Sony to launch PlayStation Now in Canada and U.S. simultaneously

The new cloud-based gaming streaming service from Sony will hit the Canadian and U.S. market at the same time. Sony’s Vice President of Marketing John Koller confirmed with IGN that the PlayStation Now service will be simultaneously released by around summer time.

PlayStation Now is designed to stream games over broadband connection starting with the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4. Sony also plans to expand it to Bravia TVs, PlayStation Vita as well as other Sony and non-Sony tablets and smartphones.

Sony reportedly pursuing release of Windows Phone device

Sony has already been linked to rumours of a Windows Phone device release. Now, the mobile chief of the tech company’s European division, Pierre Perron, told TechRadar they don’t plan on being a manufacturer for just one operating system. "[Working with Microsoft] is an interesting proposition for us in the PC environment, and we continue our engagement with them,” Perron said. "We are exploring this as part of our discussion in mobile space too. One thing is using the platform [Windows Phone] itself, and another is 'what can we deliver on top of it'?"

Perron, however, will not comment on a specific timeline for Windows Phone. He says discussions are still tentative.

Sony reveals future interactive user interface

Sony CEO Kaz Hirai demonstrated a new interface the company has dubbed as Life Space UX, which aims to bring home and technology together. The first manifestation of it comes in the form of the Ultra Short Throw Project coming out this summer. It turns any wall or flat surface into an interactive touch-screen or a viewing screen for entertainment purposes.

The Verge reports that Hirai showed off what the technology can offer with windows acting as screens or vice versa. "Imagine being an avid surfer and having the perfect wall-sized window to see the world's most vivid surf spots in real time on your television," he said.

Sony tracks your life with the Core

Sony is upping the ante in the wearable tech segment with its recently launched Core tracker. The device is designed to monitor various aspects of your life, such as sleeping schedule, music you listen to, photos you take, the steps you make, etc. The information the Core collects will be presented in a grid format to allow users to examine how they live their lives. The waterproof device will connect to your device through Bluetooth but Sony hasn’t revealed much about the specifics of the device. The tech company plans to release more details at Mobile World Congress.

Source: Engadget