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Sony hikes PS5 prices worldwide starting April 2026
technology14 days ago

Sony hikes PS5 prices worldwide starting April 2026

Sony will raise PS5 prices globally from April 2, 2026: base PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition up by $100, PS5 Pro up by $150, and PS Portal priced higher as well. Regional MSRPs include US ($649.99 / $599.99 / $899.99 / $249.99), UK (£569.99 / £519.99 / £789.99 / £219.99), Europe (€649.99 / €599.99 / €899.99 / €249.99), and Japan (¥97,980 / ¥89,980 / ¥137,980 / ¥39,980). The changes follow prior regional increases and are framed as necessary to continue delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

Sony Uplifts PS5 Lineup Prices Ahead of 2026
technology15 days ago

Sony Uplifts PS5 Lineup Prices Ahead of 2026

Sony confirms substantial price increases for the PS5 family (PS5, PS5 Digital, PS5 Pro) and PS Portal, effective from 2 April 2026, driven by ongoing global economic pressures. Price changes: PS5 £479.99/€549.99/$549.99 → £569.99/€649.99/$649.99; PS5 Digital £429.99/€499.99/$499.99 → £519.99/€599.99/$599.99; PS5 Pro £699.99/€799.99/$699.99 → £789.99/€899.99/$899.99; PS Portal £199.99/€219.99/$199.99 → £219.99/€249.99/$249.99. Sony says the hikes will help continue delivering innovative gaming experiences.

PS Portal Elevates Cloud Streaming With 1080p High Quality Mode
technology20 days ago

PS Portal Elevates Cloud Streaming With 1080p High Quality Mode

Sony’s PS Portal gains a meaningful upgrade with a new 1080p High Quality mode that boosts streaming bitrate from 15 Mbps to 25 Mbps, delivering noticeably sharper image quality, especially for Remote Play. Cloud streaming has grown quickly since PS Plus Premium expanded access in late 2025, with January 2026 cloud users up 162% year over year and more than half of Portal users on Premium. The improvement is well-received, though questions remain about continued enhancements and whether Sony will push native handheld capabilities alongside cloud streaming.

PlayStation Portal Dominates Remote Play with Cloud Streaming and Extended Usage
technology5 months ago

PlayStation Portal Dominates Remote Play with Cloud Streaming and Extended Usage

Sony's PS Portal, a dedicated Remote Play device, has become the most popular platform for streaming PS5 games, with data showing higher engagement among its users compared to non-users. Despite initial skepticism, ownership has increased significantly, with over half of surveyed users now owning the device and many using it regularly, highlighting its success and integration into the gaming experience.

PlayStation Portal Update Introduces Cloud Streaming and Audio Enhancements
technology1 year ago

PlayStation Portal Update Introduces Cloud Streaming and Audio Enhancements

Sony's PlayStation Portal has received a significant update allowing PS Plus subscribers to stream PS5 games via the cloud without needing a console. This update transforms the PS Portal from an accessory to a standalone gaming device, enabling users to play over 120 PS5 games, including popular titles like Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Ghost of Tsushima, on the go with a Wi-Fi connection. The feature is currently in beta, with limited support for certain functionalities and game types.

"PlayStation Portal Update: Engineers Report and Fix PSP Emulation Exploit"
technologygaming2 years ago

"PlayStation Portal Update: Engineers Report and Fix PSP Emulation Exploit"

Google engineers responsibly reported an exploit in Sony's streaming PS Portal that allowed for offline PSP game emulation, leading to its quiet fix in patch 2.0.6, which also improved video quality. The group's spokesperson, Andy Nguyen, announced the closure of the exploit, drawing criticism from the emulation community for adhering to hacking ethics.

"PlayStation Portal Update Enhances Video Quality and Patches PSP Game Exploit"
technologygaming2 years ago

"PlayStation Portal Update Enhances Video Quality and Patches PSP Game Exploit"

The latest PS Portal system update 2.0.6, with minimal patch notes, has surprisingly led to a significant improvement in video quality, as reported by players on the PlayStation Portal subreddit. While some stuttering still occurs during intense gameplay, overall video detail and pixelation have notably improved, with users praising the update for smoother performance and reduced micro stutters.

"Sony Surprised by Overwhelming Demand for PlayStation Portal"
technologygaming2 years ago

"Sony Surprised by Overwhelming Demand for PlayStation Portal"

The handheld PS Portal device has exceeded Sony's expectations in terms of demand since its launch in November 2023, with the company now focusing on consistently shipping more units to meet the high demand. Despite the lack of official sales numbers, it has been reported as the fifth best-selling accessory in terms of consumer spending, but stock shortages have hindered its potential. Sony is aware of the issue and is working to rectify it.