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2020
Sony FX6 receives Netflix camera certification
The Sony FX6 was added to Netflix’s list of certified cameras and approved for use in Netflix productions.
2020
OPPO Reno5 Pro+ unveiled
OPPO unveiled the Reno5 Pro+, featuring a Sony IMX766 sensor and Snapdragon 865 5G chip. The article said sales would begin on December 29.
2020
Sony updates firmware for 4K 120Hz blur issue on specified televisions
Sony released v6.0414 firmware for its XH90, XH900H, X9100H and XH92 television series in an attempt to address image blur with 4K 120Hz input. A cited reviewer said the update did not fully resolve the issue.
2020
OPPO previews Reno5 Pro+ ahead of its scheduled reveal
OPPO's article reported that the Reno5 Pro+ was scheduled to be unveiled on December 24 and would debut with the jointly developed IMX766 sensor. The article describes a planned reveal, not a completed launch.
2020
Sony AI launches food-focused flagship project
Sony AI officially announced its food-focused flagship project, which will use artificial intelligence to create recipes and develop a cooking robot designed to work with chefs.
2020
Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony announce shared gaming safety principles
Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony jointly announced shared safety principles for managing and regulating their online platforms, aiming to foster a safer and more respectful gaming environment.
2020
Sony rolled out Android 11 for Xperia 1 II in Taiwan
Sony began rolling out the Android 11 update, version 58.1.A.0.921, for the Xperia 1 II. The report said the Taiwan market received the update first and described several added features.
2020
Sony announces LM-01 children's tracker for Japan
Sony presented its LM-01 children's tracker in Japan. The article says it is scheduled to go on sale in Japan mid-month; it does not report that sales have begun.
2020
Sony announced its planned acquisition of Crunchyroll
Sony and AT&T announced that Sony would acquire Crunchyroll, AT&T’s anime business, for $1.175 billion. The transaction had been announced; the source does not report its completion.
2020
Sony releases PS5 firmware update
Sony released a PS5 firmware patch that updated the DualSense controller and improved system performance. The update also addressed data-transfer and download cancellations, text-input errors in some PS4 games, and connection stability issues with certain Wi-Fi routers.
2020
Sony plans to close its Penang audio factory and transfer production
Sony plans to stop operations at its Penang audio factory by the end of September 2021 and close it by the end of March 2022, transferring production to its factory near Kuala Lumpur.
2020
Sony launches Visual Story app for photographers
Sony Electronics announced Visual Story, an iOS app for travel and event photographers that supports gallery creation, cloud storage and online delivery.
2020
Sony Catalyst 2020.1 software update
Sony released version 2020.1 of its Catalyst professional video software, adding support for more camera models and expanding supported formats and playback capabilities.
2020
Sony announces Android 11 upgrade plan for five Xperia phones
Sony announced a plan to upgrade five Xperia phone models to Android 11. The article says Xperia 1 II was expected to receive the upgrade in December 2020, Xperia 5 II and Xperia 10 II by the end of January 2021, and Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 around February 2021; the upgrades were plans, not reported completed releases.
2020
Sony rolls out Apple TV app to additional smart TV models
Sony is rolling out a firmware update that brings the Apple TV app to all its 2020 Android TV models, most 2019 models, and two high-end 2018 models. The rollout is underway in Europe, with North America to follow.
2020
Sony reduces UK PlayStation Store price of Cyberpunk 2077
Sony reduced the UK PlayStation Store price of Cyberpunk 2077 by £5, from £54.99 to £49.99. Sony said it was refunding the difference to customers who had already pre-ordered the game from the store.
2020
Sony rolls out Apple TV app to additional television models
Sony began rolling out the Apple TV app through firmware update v6.4960 to all its 2020 Android TV models, most 2019 models and two high-end 2018 models in Europe; the update was expected to reach North America soon.
2020
Sony launches FX6 cinema camera and FE C 16-35mm T3.1 G lens
Sony (China) formally launched the full-frame FX6 cinema camera and FE C 16-35mm T3.1 G cinema lens on November 17, 2020. The products were scheduled to go on sale in early December 2020.
2020
Sony launches Airpeak drone development project
Sony launched the Airpeak project to develop drone products and advance imaging in the drone industry.
2020
Sony reduces PS5 and accessory prices in Brazil
Sony announced reduced prices in Brazil for the PS5 Standard Edition, PS5 Digital Edition, DualSense controller and other accessories. The article says the price changes were possible due to lower taxes on gaming-related electronics.