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Sony Released New Walkman Devices With Android 4.1

Sony has today unveiled a new range of Sony Walkman devices. It has launched these in the form of the new Sony Walkman ZX1, F Series, S Series and E Series.

The NW-ZX1 is a premium Android MP3 player while the NW-F880 comes in three colours. Both devices run on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, sport 4-inch 480 x 854 Triluminous screens and feature Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC.

The NW-F880 continues Sony’s F series and offers 24 bit/192 kHz lossless audio for FLAC or WAV files. It also has sports hardware buttons for easy access to playback controls. There will be three models: the 16GB NW-F885, 32GB NW-F886 and the 64GB NW-F887.

If you are looking for more battery life and a smaller screen then the Sony S Series might be for you offering 32GB of storage, 77 hours of music playback and a 320 × 240 LCD display.

Sony says the NW-ZX1 Walkman will be launched in Japan starting December. The company didn’t mention if it intends to commercialize its new devices in other markets.

September 25, 2013
Gestures, Voice Controls and HDMI Capture of Games Confirmed by Sony for the PlayStation 4

Sony on August 20 at Gamescom revealed the launch dates for the PlayStation 4, which will launch in North America on November 15 and in European regions on November 29.

The Sony’s Keynote at the Tokyo Game Show cleared some of the question related to the the PlayStation 4, to start with, the PS4 Camera will support voice and gesture controls with its dual cameras and built in four mics. The PlayStation 4 will allow unencrypted HDMI output for games which can be used to record your games and will be great for recording game-plays in iGyaan style for you guys to watch.

I think we just announced that we’re going to allow video capture of games over HDMI! “Details will follow soon.” said Sony’s representative Brad Douglas.

September 19, 2013
Sony Launches Cyber-Shot DSC-QX100 and DSC-QX10 Lens Cameras in India

Sony today launched the all new lens cameras, DSC-QX100 and DSC-QX10 adding up to its Cyber-shot range. These cameras can easily clip on the smartphone and can be connected via NFC.

Both the lens cameras fits in all the popular smartphones, as said by the company and the connection to the phone is made via NFC and the latest version of Sony’s PlayMemories mobile app. The lens cameras do not have to be necessarily attached to the phone all the time as they can be placed anywhere the users want it to be and the shutter can still be controlled from the mobile.

DSC-QX10

The DSC-QX10 weighs 105 grams with the battery, the device has a 18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor with the Sony G lens. The device has a 10x optical zoom range, along with a SteadyShot, which the company claims will combat with the camera shake, give steady and blur free videos.

DCS-QX100

On the other hand, the DCS-QX100 has a 1.0 type Exmor R CMOS sensor with 20.2 MP, this device has dedicated keys to control the zoom and shutter release on the camera body. This device is teamed with a wide aperture Carl-Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 3.6x optical zoom that also include a Optical SteadyShot.

Both these devices have BIONZ processors which the company claims will give natural, detailed packed stills and HD videos along with superior audio. The DSC-QX100 has a dedicated control ring for adjustment if manual focus and zoom.

Both of these devices are available throughout India starting today, the DSC-QX100 is priced at 24,990 INR and the DSC-Qx10 is priced at 12,990 INR. Our hands on video is on its way, Stay tuned!

September 18, 2013

Sony GTK-N1BT a 100W speaker with NFC Launched in India

Sony has launched the GTK-N1BT, the company’s new portable speaker in India. It has 100W output with NFC and Bluetooth connectivity options for smart devices to stream music without cables.

You can connect a USB stick to the USB port to stream the music in, the device also has FM Radio, Audio In and has Multi-colour LED patterns.

The detailed specs and features are listed in the table below:

Genral Features:
Power Requirement	AC220V-240V, 50/60Hz

Audio Power Output:
Front (RMS)	20W + 20W
Subwoofer (RMS)	60W

Function:
USB	Yes
FM	Yes
Audio In	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes

Sound Features:
Equalizer	R&B, ROCK, POP, HIP HOP, FLAT
Sound Enhancement	DSEE

Lightning Effect:
Power Illuminator (color)	Yes(Red)
LED Effect	LED SPEAKER(Multi-color)
Illuminated keys	Yes(Blue)

Convenience Features:
Demo Mode	Yes
Timer Play	FM, USB
Timer Sleep	FM, USB, AUDIO IN, BLUETOOTH
Clock Display	24 hours

Power:
Auto Standby Mode	Yes
Power Consumption	38W

Display:
Display Type (Main display)	1 Line LCD
Color	Black and White

Connectivity:
NFC	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes
Formats For Sound Playback	WAV, MP3, WMA and AAC

Front Speakers:
System	1 Way
Detachable Grille	No
Audio/Video Shield	No
Sub-woofer Unit Size	160 mm
Full Range Unit Size	65 mm x 2

Other Information:
Matrix Layout System	Yes
LED Speaker	Multi-color(10 pattern)
Carrying Handle	Yes

Weight and Measurements:
Dimensions (cms)	554 x 213 x 280
Weight (kg)	8.75

The device is launched in India for 16,990 INR.

September 18, 2013

Hands On : Sony Rs. 14990 SmartWatch 2 is lesson Samsung could use
In a massive blow to competition, Sony has launched the new SmartWatch 2 in India for a price of Rs. 14990. The Smart Watch 2 is an upgrade to Sony’s last generation of watch, aka the SmartWatch and adds a series of fixes and upgrades to the previous version.

SmartWatch 2 comes with a bigger 1.6-inch screen with higher resolution 220×176 pixels resolution, compared to the 1.3-inch screen 128×128 display on its predecessor. Sony has left out frills of the Samsung Gear out of the SmartWatch making it a companion device, allowing you to interact with your smartphone to the extent of notifications and data exchange. Although the SmartWatch 2 does not take phone calls and does not click images, it is considerably cheaper than Samsung’s pitch.

SmartWatch 2 just like the original SmartWatch lets you get updates from networks, Notifications, calls, email, Facebook or Twitter, Calendar, or use it as a remote for your Walkman app. The SmartWatch 2 comes pre loaded with a set of applications but more can be downloaded from the Sony store.

Apps allow several new features for the Sony SmartWatch2:
- Take a photo remotely with the smart camera app.
- Control your presentations remotely using Presentation Pal.
- Runtastic app allows to map and instantly track your fitness.
- Read previously downloaded e-mails when not connected to your phone.
- Control your music player.
Sony has continued their IP57 certification tradition with the SmartWatch 2 making it water and dust proof and a highly usable accessory. Sony has also one upped Samsung in making the watch face visible even when the display is off and allowing a battery life of upto a week on the SmartWatch 2.

The SmartWatch 2 as an accessory will work with any mobile phone with Bluetooth 4.0 or above and will work across mobile platforms on Android and iOS, another feature that the Galaxy Gear lacked.

Although two major elements (Phone call capability and image capture) are missing from the SmartWatch 2, it offers a more practical solution with a usable setup, the SmartWatch 2 is more flexible, compatible across platforms and durable.

So which one will you pick? The Galaxy Gear for Rs. 22990 or the SmartWatch 2 for Rs. 14990?

Stay tuned for our hands on video.

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September 18, 2013
Sony Launches Xperia Z1 in India for Rs. 44990

Sony has launched the its Xperia Z1 smartphone today in India, for a price of Rs 44990. The new Sony Xperia Z1 has a IP58 certification making it seriously dust and water resistant.

The Sony Xperia Z1 is the latest flagship smartphone for the company, it includes a 5-inch full HD 1080p display (441ppi) sporting Sony’s TRILUMINOS screen tech and X-Reality for mobile. The device is powered by a 2.2 Ghz Snapdragon 800 chipset, along with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage (expandable via Micro SD).

The device sports a 20.7 MP Exmor RS sensor with a size of 1/2.3?, along with a G Lens from its higher-end cameras. Its F2.0 aperture and 27 mm wide-angle lens can be the biggest competitor for the Nokia’s flagship device Lumia 1020.

The camera on Xperia Z1 will include set of Xperia Camera Applications like Social Live, Info-Eye, Time Shift Burst and Ar Effect. You can expect are hands on this device really soon.

Sony has launched the phone with an 8GB data bundle for 3 months with Vodafone. Sony has also launched the Smarrt Watch 2 for a price of Rs 14990 .

[toggle title=”Press Release”]Sony introduces Xperia™ Z1 – a stunning waterproof smartphone

with a groundbreaking camera experience

• Combines the very best of Sony’s technology in a slim, waterproof and

beautifully designed Android smartphone

• True compact camera performance through combination of Sony’s awardwinning “G Lens”, large 1/2.3-type 20.7MP “Exmor RS for mobile” CMOS image

sensor and “BIONZ for mobile” image processing engine

• Innovative suite of Xperia Camera Applications that deliver unique experiences

including live social broadcasting

• Immersive viewing experience via Sony’s TRILUMINOS® Display for mobile and

X-Reality™ for mobile

• Unrivalled ecosystem of applications, accessories and companion products

Sony India today introduced Xperia Z1, a premium waterproof smartphone that combines the

very best of Sony’s technology, entertainment and wide range of companion products with a

unique and groundbreaking camera experience.

The world’s leading camera in a smartphone

The elegant, 5” Xperia Z1 is the latest addition to Sony’s premium Z series of products and

brings Sony’s proven world-class technologies to the smartphone like never before – including

the very best of Sony’s camera expertise. Xperia Z1 features Sony’s award-winning “G Lens”

with a 27mm wide angle and bright F2.0 aperture, custom made large 1/2.3-type CMOS image

sensor Exmor RS for mobile with 20.7MP and a BIONZ for mobile image processing engine.

The combination of these technologies delivers the same level of quality and performance as

a conventional compact digital camera in a slim, waterproof smartphone. Indeed, independent

testing has confirmed that Xperia Z1 provides the best overall image quality of all leading

smartphones

in lowlight conditions. High shutter speeds and 3x clear image zoom also prevents shots from

being blurred while enabling them to be captured at distance.

Innovative suite of Xperia Camera Applications

Xperia Z1 takes the conventional camera experience to a whole new level by including an

innovative set of Xperia Camera Applications that deliver new experiences. Applications at

launch include:

• Social live: Broadcast precious moments live from Xperia Z1 to Facebook and get

your friends’ comments right on your screen.

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. This means that Xperia Z1 captures beautiful, sharp and bright images even

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August 2013.

• Info-eye™: Innovative visual search function that provides related information on

landmarks and on items such as books or wine simply by capturing them with the

camera.

• Timeshift burst: Capture the perfect shot every time – Xperia Z1 takes 61 images in

2 seconds – a second before and after pressing the shutter – so you can scroll back and

forth to find the perfect image.

• AR effect: Overlay a selection of fun, customizable animations to create pictures using

Sony’s SmartAR™ augmented reality technology.

This experience is supported by a robust ecosystem of established and up-and-coming

developer partnerships who are working to create Xperia Camera Applications. Many more

apps will be available through the Sony Select recommendation store after launch.

Beautiful design with high power and performance

Xperia Z1 also includes all of the features consumers have come to expect of a Sony

smartphone. Its stunning looks combine Sony’s acclaimed OmniBalance design with premium

materials and precision engineering in a slim waterproof and dust resistant smartphone (IP55

& IP58). A solid one-piece aluminium frame with tempered glass on the front and back ensures

beauty and durability as well as a consistent viewing experience from any angle.

Xperia Z1 features the fully integrated Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 800 processor with 2.2 GHz

quad-core CPU. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor features the latest GPU and dual

ISP for incredible graphics, 3D games and videos. The Xperia Z1 also includes a 3000 mAh

battery for a high battery performance. Sony’s Battery STAMINA Mode automatically turns off

functions to save power when you don’t need them and restarts them when you do.

Incredible out of the box entertainment with Sony’s media applications

and technologies

• Sony Music: Sony is all set to give its consumers an unparalleled & faster entertainment

experience by offering 6 months free Unlimited streaming & music download of over 15 lakh

songs such as International, Bollywood & Regional songs from Sony Music library

• Sony LIV: Sony will also have a unique video streaming app called Sony Liv. With this

app, consumers can enjoy catch-up TV of SAB, Sony Entertainment and Max. Not only this,

Xperia users will have exclusive access to special moments of KBC & Indian Idol. They can

even watch over 77 programs and over 4500 hours of videos of their favorite programs.

Majestic display

Thanks to the inclusion of Sony’s BRAVIA TV technology, Xperia Z1 features Sony’s unique

TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, creating a wider palette of rich natural colours for an

immersive viewing experience. It also includes X-Reality for mobile – Sony’s intelligent super

resolution technology which analyzes each image and optimizes the quality to deliver super

sharp videos. Xperia Z1 also brings Sony’s audio expertise to play with Sony’s ClearAudio+

which automatically optimizes the audio experience without the need to adjust individual

settings.

Unrivalled ecosystem of companion products and smart accessories

Xperia Z1 is supported by an ecosystem of innovative companion products and accessories.

All are underpinned by Sony’s one-touch functions with NFC technology which will number

approximately 100 compatible products by the end of the year including TVs, headphones,

audio speakers, tablets, and more. Key products include:

Companion products to enhance the camera experience

• QX10/QX100: High-performance ‘lens-style’ cameras designed for mounting on

smartphones and operated through the smartphone screen – a perfect partner for the

Z1.

A host of other companion products and smart accessories that enrich your

smartphone experience.

• SmartWatch 2 – Use as a second screen for Xperia Z1. Read messages, handle calls,

easily access notifications – all from your wrist. Trigger the Xperia Z1 camera shutter.

Download other camera apps to enhance the Xperia Z1 experience. Sony is working

closely with developers for even more optimised apps

• SBH52 Smart Bluetooth Handset – Splash proof wireless audio accessory that enables

you to listen and talk without taking out your smartphone.

• MDR-10BT NFC headphones and SRS-BTS50 wireless speaker – New, high quality

NFC enabled headphones and wireless speaker.

Xperia Z1 key specifications

• Sony’s “G Lens”: A lens with F2.0 and wide angle 27mm as well as 3x clear image

zoom.

• BIONZ for mobile: Image processing engine with the algorithm from Sony’s leading

digital compact cameras. It ensures pictures have less noise, fast auto-focus as well as

high stable images for video shooting, preventing shots from being blurred.

• 1/2.3-type Exmor RS for mobile CMOS image sensor with 20.7MP: high sensitivity

sensor capturing huge amounts of detail for sharp, crisp images, even in low-light

conditions.

• Dust resistant and waterproof (IP55 & IP58), with acclaimed OmniBalance design

featuring durable tempered glass and solid one-piece aluminium frame

• Qualcomm Snapdragon™800 quad-core 2.2 Ghz processor, 3000 mAh battery

• Xperia Camera Applications such as Social live which broadcast to Facebook. More

applications will be available to download from Sony Select.

• Memory: RAM 2 GB, Flash memory up to 16 GB, Expansion slot microSD™ card, up to

64 GB.

The newly launched Xperia Z1 will be available across all Sony Center and major electronic

stores across India.[/toggle]

September 18, 2013
Sony BRAVIA Smart Stick Revealed

The Sony NSZ-GU1 Google TV device has been revealed, and it is called the Sony BRAVIA Smart Stick. The is an MHL dongle that runs both Google TV and Sony’s own BRAVIA apps. The features are just like Google TV boxes Sony has released before, with a remote that has QWERTY and voice search support.

Additionally, its “picture-and-picture” feature lets users see a browser in one window and TV in another. Since it’s a true Google TV device it can install and run Android apps from the Play Store, but any other details will have to wait until it’s officially announced on Sunday.

Users can launch applications or easily search contents, such as weather or movies of your favorite actor, simply by saying your query.

When it comes to specs and features, the NSZ-GU1 will offer a low-power Marvell De3108 SoC, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of memory, 720p video support Wi-Fi b/g/n, USB support, IR support and Bluetooth 3.0.

This smart stick will only work on 2013 and later Sony BRAVIA models, you can view the manual here. Pricing and availability is not revealed yet.

September 14, 2013
Sony may launch the Xperia Z1 in India on 18th Sept

We just got invites for a special Sony Xperia event and we are calling out to the Xperia Z1. Sony’s new 20.7MP shooting flagship the Xperia Z1 was unveiled at the IFA 2013 trade show in Berlin, just over a week ago, and if the company has already set up the launch, it shows that Sony is serious about the Indian market and will show aggresive launches ahead.

The Sony Xperia Z1 will boast modern specs worthy of a flagship smartphone, including a 5-inch full HD 1080p display (441ppi) sporting Sony’s TRILUMINOS screen tech and X-Reality for mobile that debuted on the Xperia Z Ultra 6.4-inch phablet. There is a 2.2Ghz Snapdragon 800 SoC inside, along with 2GB of RAM. 16GB of storage (expandable via MicroSD) and a 3000mAh battery

The 5-inch Sony Xperia Z1 sports a 20.7MP Exmor RS sensor with an unprecedented size of 1/2.3?, along with a G Lens from its higher-end cameras. Its F2.0 aperture and 27mm wide-angle lens means that photos should be sharper, faster and more detailed than most of its rivals, though we will wait until a review unit for a verdict on its efficacy.

The Sony Xperia Z1 is also rated at IP55 and IP58 for water and dust resistance, similar to the Xperia Z and will come in black, white and purple variants.

The pricing information remains mum for the time being but it looks like the phone will be available for around Rs. 49,990 to begin with, so if you have your pockets left after the September 17th flagship and wearable announcement from a competitor, the Z1 will get some love.

If Sony does launch the Xperia Z1 on the event, expect an iGyaan Style review asap.

September 13, 2013
Sony Xperia Z1 Showcased Along With The Alleged Xperia Z1 Mini

After the launch of the Sony Xperia Z1 at IFA 2013, its time to get back to the rumors. The mini version of the water resistant smartphone by Sony showed up along with the Z1 itself.

With the leaked images we get to look at some of the specs as well. The Xperia Z1 mini is rumored to come up with a 720p 4.3 inch screen, boast 2 GB of RAM, 8 GB of internal memory, powered by quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor, Android Jelly Bean 4.3 and sport the same 20.7 MP camera as on the Xperia Z1. The Z1 mini is rumored to make its official appearance at CES 2014 in Las Vegas this January.

A previous leaked image had shown the front of the phone.

These are leaked configurations, as there is no word from Sony about this device. The above configurations seem a bit too much as it shows that the Z1 mini will be powered with the snapdragon 800 processor and will sport a 20.7 MP camera, but if this rumor comes up true just like the rumors of a plastic iphone 5c which came up to be true, the Z1 mini seems to be a nightmare for its competitors.

However, the Japanese major has not yet revealed its plan for the smaller-sized version of its flagship smartphone. If we look at the previously launched mini versions of the phones like HTC One and the Galaxy S4 it shows that all smartphone minis have opted for lower grade processors than their bigger ones, we believe something like a Snapdragon 600 processor might be the choice of Sony for the Z1 mini.

Will Sony follow what is been the trend for mini phones, or will it completely change the segment of “mini” phones with its rumored Xperia Z1 mini, we will have to wait and see what Sony brings to the table.

September 11, 2013
Sony Announces PS Vita TV, Tiny Gaming Console

Sony has just announced PlayStation Vita TV, a 6 x 10 cm(Dimensions) gaming console that is also a set-top box that connects to a TV. It is based on PS Vita hardware, and plays Vita, PSP, and PS1 games, it also offers access to a range of entertainment services and PlayStation 4 cross-functionality. It will cost around INR 6500, and will be out in Japan on November 14th. A separate bundle, including a DualShock 3 controller and 8GB memory card, will sell for approximately INR 9300.

The PS Vita TV supports Sony’s own Video Unlimited and also includes Vita-style apps such as the LiveTweet Twitter client and Reader ebook software. The tiny console can be used as an extender for PlayStation 4 games, letting you play them on another TV screen if the one connected to the PS4 is occupied. However, not all PS Vita games will be supported.

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The PS Vita TV is possibly same to the Apple TV on price while it offers far more gaming. Apple is rumored to be planning significant software enhancements for its set-top box that could possibly come on the 10th of september event, but the Apple TV could not possibly give gaming experience to its users.

September 9, 2013
Sony and Samsung products to get Price Hike upto 20% Across All Categories

Sony India on Thursday said it will soon initiate a price hike on its products across all categories to offset the impact of rupee depreciation.

“With the weakening of the rupee, the company will raise the prices of its products. This will be done shortly,” Sunil Nayyar, Head Sales, Sony India.

The products that Sony India sells, including flat panel TVs (Bravia), digital cameras (Cyber-Shot), laptops (Vaio) and smartphones (Xperia) , are shipped to India from other countires.

Nayyar said the weakening of the rupee was affecting the company and the prices have to be raised. “The rise will be a mild one and not be a burden on the consumers. The company will absorb the most impact,” he said.

As Diwali and other festivals festivals are round the corner, the company plans to earn a revenue of Rs 400 crore during the period of August to November, 30 percent higher than the last year’s figure as last year at the same time, the revenue earned was Rs 310 crore, he said.

Nationally, the company is eyeing a growth of 25 percent. It will also increase the distribution network from 850 to 935 across the country, Nayyar added.

Sources close to iGyaan have also confirmed that Samsung is also contemplating a price hike of 15-20% on all its products, that can majorly affect the prices of the upcoming products like Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Gear and the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014.

Depreciating Rupee and the deteriorating economy has caused a major stall in the purchase power of the consumer, with prices shooting sky-high, companies are ready to look at major decline in sales across the board (even though most. Companies in all retail segments from cars to mobiles all products have been increasing prices and it should have a negative impact on the commercial growth of India. Hopefully we can recover from this in time.

September 6, 2013
Sony Walkman F886 Launched With Android 4.1

Music lovers often look for a device that gives audio in high quality, some phones and tablets are already starting to support higher bit-rate standards and Sony has just announced that its latest Walkman will also support higher bit-rate standards.

The Walkman F886 handles WAV, AIFF, FLAC and ALAC playback up to 192KHz/24-bit and has a “S-Master” digital amplifier that Sony claims has been customized specially for these kind of files. The device has a 4 inch display with a resolution of 854 x 480. Walkman F886 has Android 4.1, it has NFC and Bluetooth for connectivity.

The specifications of the F886 Walkman are:

-32GB media player with 10.2cm LCD touchscreen

-Hi-Resolution Audio playback

WAV(192KHz/24bit), AIFF(192KHz/24bit), FLAC(192KHz/24bit), Apple lossless(192KHz/24bit)

-S-Master HX digital amplifier

-DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine)

-ClearAudio+

-Digital Noise cancelling

-One-touch listening via NFC and Bluetooth® connectivity

-Up to 35 hours playback with MP3

-Up to 26 hours playback with Hi-Res audio (96kHz/24bit)

-Android PF Ver4.1

-Powered by Android: access apps at Google Play™

-Triluminos™ display for mobile

-Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n)

-Bluetooth®(A2DP/AVRCP/OPP/HID)

-Compatible with Windows OS and Mac OS

This new device comes up with great features, but we think there are few aspects that might bother some: Like the 32 GB limited memory on the device(not expandable), the Walkman will play songs in high resolution audio which eats more memory than in any regular audio. However, this new product will be available in Europe starting October 2013 and is priced at 319 Euros.

[toggle title=”Press Release “]The Walkman® F886 from Sony. For music lovers, by music lovers.
04 September 2013
content_detail_strTxt47 Walkman F886
Walkman F886 75×75 200×200 480×480 View Detail
Listen to your music in High-Resolution Audio. Share your music with one-touch listening via NFC

Hear true sound with powerful audio technologies
Enjoy instant music and easy sharing with one-touch listening via NFC connectivity
Discover Android apps and games at Google Play™

Hear the difference in High-Resolution

Listening to your tunes on the go doesn’t mean you have to compromise on audio quality. Hear your music just as the artists truly intended, through a combination of Sony’s proprietary sound technology and support for High-Resolution Audio, and experience the power of premium sound. The new Walkman® F886 lets you enjoy High-Resolution Audio, which offers significantly higher sound quality than a CD. In fact, a 192KHz/24bit High-Resolution Audio file contains around six times more audio information than that recorded on a standard CD – so it’s just like being at the studio or concert hall.

Savour every note

To further enhance your listening experience, the F886 is packed with unique audio technologies from Sony.

The latest S-Master HX digital amplifier reduces distortion and noise at all frequency ranges – from ground-shaking lows to delicate highs – and is optimised for High-Resolution Audio. *DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) HX technology faithfully restores high-range sound that is lost in the compression process for a pure, natural quality, and upscales compressed audio data to a quality higher than that of CDs. And Clear Audio+ ensures crisp, realistic sound, just as the artist intended. Enjoy your music in ultimate clarity and presence, across the entire spectrum of sound.

Enjoy one-touch listening via NFC

Want to play music from your Walkman® on your Hi-Fi, Home Cinema system, speakers, or headphones? With built-in NFC, all it takes is a single touch to pair and connect your F886 with a range of NFC-enabled devices. And if your devices aren’t NFC-enabled, just pair them using conventional Bluetooth®.

Listen more, play more, do more

Powered by Android™ 4.1, the F886 opens up a world of possibilities. Enjoy pre-installed apps tailored for your Walkman®, from email and games to maps and media gallery. Or connect wirelessly and download more apps from an ever-growing choice at Google Play™.

You can enjoy marathon music sessions too, with up to 35 hours of playback for MP3 tracks and up to 26 hours with High-Resolution Audio (96KHz/24bit). When you’re using headphones, digital Noise Cancelling blocks out around 98% of ambient noise with a choice of modes to suit your environment: Train/Bus, Plane, or Indoor.

Designed for everyday life

Whatever you’re using it for, the F886 is a joy to operate: it has a slim, compact design featuring three side-mounted buttons, meaning you can control the device even when it’s in your pocket, and a large 10.2cm LCD touchscreen. It even boasts a Triluminos display for mobile, which produces incredibly vivid, lifelike colours – perfect for videos, photos, and games.

Notes to editors

NWZ-F886 Walkman® – Key Features

Enjoy music in High-Resolution Audio – thanks to Sony technologies such as S-Master HX, you’ll experience music in better than CD quality

Share music one-touch listening via NFC – instantly enjoy music and on your NFC-enabled Hi-Fi, Home Cinema system, speakers or headphones

Discover Android apps and games – powered by Android, with easy access to a range of apps and games at Google Play™[/toggle]

September 5, 2013
Sony Launches All New Music Video Recorder ‘HDR-MV1’

Sony has announced a new camcorder concept designed and made specifically for musicians, called the HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder. The video camera lets any artist to shoot and share every performance with Full HD image quality and dynamic studio quality sound thanx to the Dual mic.

Marrying Sony’s industry-leading audio and digital imaging technology, HDR-MV1 is the perfect video capture solution when audio is key,” said Hidenori Toyoda, director of the camcorder business at Sony Electronics. “With the web being a major hub for established and budding music talent, the camcorder’s ability to easily upload high quality content sets it apart from other devices.”

The company claims that this device is ideal for studio like voice recording as well as full HD video, this device also has built-in Wi-Fi that allows users to instantly share their Music Video Recorder content to a smartphone or tablet for easy upload. The Wi-Fi connection also allows control of the camera with any compatible device, for start/stop recording as well as to select movie/audio modes. This camera also has NFC that makes it even better.

The new HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder will be available in December for a suggested retail price of $299.99.

September 4, 2013
Sony Xperia Z1 Announced : 5″ Full-HD Display, 20.7MP Camera

As expected, Sony has unveiled the follow-up to its Xperia Z smartphone today, the aptly-named Sony Xperia Z1. The device looks visually similar to its all-glass predecessor, but comes in a bit taller, wider, thicker and heavier. It has a unibody aluminum chassis.

The Sony Xperia Z1 will boast modern specs worthy of a flagship smartphone, including a 5-inch full HD 1080p display (441ppi) sporting Sony’s TRILUMINOS screen tech and X-Reality for mobile that debuted on the Xperia Z Ultra 6.4-inch phablet. There is a 2.2Ghz Snapdragon 800 SoC inside, along with 2GB of RAM. 16GB of storage (expandable via MicroSD) and a 3000mAh battery.

The 5-inch Sony Xperia Z1 sports a 20.7MP Exmor RS sensor with an unprecedented size of 1/2.3″, along with a G Lens from its higher-end cameras. Its F2.0 aperture and 27mm wide-angle lens means that photos should be sharper, faster and more detailed than most of its rivals, though we will wait until a review unit for a verdict on its efficacy.

There’s a new social feature, Social Live to broadcast “precious moments” directly to Facebook. The time Shift Burst takes about 61 images in two seconds, all photos that you take are stored online in a cloud based library.

Running Android 4.2.2 with Sony’s slight but pleasing customizations, the experience should be familiar to anyone running an updated Xpera device.

The Sony Xperia Z1 is also rated at IP55 and IP58 for water and dust resistance, similar to the Xperia Z and will come in black, white and purple variants.

Expect an iGyaan style review soon!

September 4, 2013
PS4 Will Support Voice Commands, Facial Recognition Via PlayStation Camera

Sony last night addressed whether the PS4 features voice command capabilities through the PlayStation camera, but the company’s statement may not reveal as much as it initially seems.

The rumour that the PS4 would feature voice command capabilities popped up when video of a presentation made by SCEA’s group manager of retail training and advocacy Sean Coleman at this week’s GameStop Expo in Las Vegas was uploaded to YouTube on Thursday.

At the 5:30 mark a slide is shown for the Eye that says: “From navigational voice commands to facial recognition, the PlayStation Camera adds incredible innovation to your gaming.”

Speaking to gaming site Polygon a Sony spokesperson said: “Sony Computer Entertainment can confirm that PlayStation Camera allows for voice recognition and we will look forward to sharing more details in the lead up to the launch of PS4 on November 29.”

SCEA’s group manager of retail training and advocacy Sean Coleman outlined some PlayStation Camera features at the GameStop 2013 Expo in Las Vegas this week. “From navigational voice commands to facial recognition, the PlayStation Camera adds incredible innovation to your gaming.”

The PS4 PlayStation Camera will have some unique functionality with the new DualShock 4 controllers. It will be able to use facial recognition to detect who is holding which controller, and apply that player’s preferred controller profile.

September 2, 2013