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Another DRM Defeat: Amazon Signs Sony
In another public defeat for Digital Rights Management (DRM), Amazon.com has obtained the right to offer DRM-free music from Sony BMG.
Retailers Use Blu-ray Porn to Sell PS3 Console
Sony's PlayStation 3 gaming console has a built-in Blu-ray player, and Japanese retailers are using that fact to cross-promote sales of adult material on Blu-ray discs along with the game consoles.
Yahoo, Sony BMG Sign Web Video Deal
Search portal Yahoo has entered into an agreement with Sony BMG Music Entertainment that allows its users to upload files that contain video or music clips from artists represented by Sony BMG.
Hustler, Playboy Named in DRM Patent Lawsuit
In an action with potential Acacia-like ramifications for the online adult industry, a Texas-based company called Digital Reg has filed a patent infringement lawsuit naming Hustler, Playboy, LFP Inc. and several major media and technology companies.
Sony DCR-VX1000
When Sony's DCRVX1000 prosumer camcorder was introduced in 1995 for around $1,000, it offered unparalleled picture clarity with its digital video (DV) format.
Sony Plans Nov. Release of Blu-ray Recorders in Japan
Sony has announced that it will release four models of Blu-ray high-definition optical disc recorders in November in Japan, including a high-end model equipped with a 500GB hard drive.
Sony Launches Portable HDV Playback Deck
Sony Europe has announced the release the GV-HD700E, a portable high-definition video playback deck designed to give professional videographers the ability to review footage shot in the field and in remote locations.
Japanese Adult Industry Adopts Blu-ray
While U.S. adult producers are leaning toward the HD DVD movie format, the Japanese adult industry is turning to Blu-ray.
Sony Ships Lower-Priced Blu-ray Players
Sony Corp. has begun shipping a Blu-ray Disc player with a suggested retail price of $499 to major consumer electronics stores and specialty dealers across the U.S., the company announced.
Sony HVR-Z1U
When it released the HVR-Z1U, aka the Z1, Sony brought professional level high-definition quality to the masses for a reasonable four-figure price. With a host of professional features, the camera was an immediate hit with indie and adult filmmakers.
Sony Denies Blu-ray’s Bias Against Porn
A spokesman for Sony has denied media reports that the company has threatened to pull the licenses of replicators who stamp adult content DVDs in the new Blu-ray format.
Sony Announces Hi-def Camcorders
Adult content producers may soon have two new high-definition camcorders to use, as Sony unveiled two camera lines that the company expects will retail at consumer-friendly prices.
Sony, Pioneer Delay Release Dates for Blu-ray
Japanese electronics giant Sony has pushed back the release date for its Blu-ray player, to mid August.
Sony Rolls Out PlayStation Portable Upgrade
Sony Computer Entertainment America announced a new firmware upgrade Wednesday for its PlayStation Portable (PSP) system. Sony executives say the firmware 2.0 upgrade will add an Internet browser, increase wireless security on the unit, as well as offer additional photo sharing and video options.
Sony Caves in to Adult, Gives Green Light to PSP Porn
As more companies produce PlayStation Portable adult video content, the console’s maker, Sony, has decided to give porn distributors the green light.
Acacia Nabs Sony
Acacia Technologies Group signed a non-exclusive licensing agreement with Sony Corp. this week for a group of patents that pertain to interactive television delivery.
Sony Open to Marriage of Blu-ray and HD-DVD
Sony's president-elect has hinted at the possibility of integrating his company’s preferred technology for replacing DVD, Blu-ray, with its arch rival HD-DVD.
Sony Drops PDAs
It was not too long ago that having a personal digital assistant (PDA) was a necessity for executives, professionals, and salesmen on the go who needed quick access to contacts and schedules, among other vital bits of information – and oftentimes, the PDA of choice was made by Sony, which currently enjoys a 13% share of the world market for PDAs.