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Sony Tablet S Gets Update to Use PS3 Controllers

Japanese users of the Sony Tablet S get a software update that allows them to use the PS3 controllers for game play on the Android tablet. They also get a free game download for mini-games base on Ape Escape. The Playstation Suite of games like…

Sony Walkman Z Android Media Player Breezes Through FCC

Originally only released in Japan, the Sony Walkman Z has made it through FCC certification, indicating a pending US release. The Android-based media player has a really nice hardware design, and offers another Android alternative for people wanting a connected media player but don’t want…

Sony Tablet S with 3G Now Available in UK

The Wi-Fi only version of the Sony Tablet S has been out for a while all over the world now. But if you were waiting for a version that supported 3G and you’re in the UK, today is your lucky day. You can now order…

Sony Tablet S Used by Pope Benedict XVI to Light Christmas Tree From Vatican City

In a random bit of news today, Pope Benedict XVI used a Sony Tablet S to wirelessly light the “world’s largest Christmas tree” near Gubbio in Italy, from 130 miles away in Vatican City.

Actually, the “Christmas tree” is a huge light display 2132 feet…

2011 Xperia Phones to get Ice Cream Sandwich by March 2012

Sony Ericsson’s head of marketing in Italy, Maurizio De Palma, announced that all 2011 Sony Ericsson Xperia phones will be updated with Ice Cream Sandwich by March 2012.

The 2011 models in SE’s Xperia line are the Xperia ray, mini, mini pro, PLAY, arc S,…

Sony’s Dual-Screened, Android Tablet P On Sale in UK

A few months ago, Sony introduced their first two Android tablets at IFA 2011. The Tablet S, a 9.7-inch tablet, has been on sale globally for a while now. However, their less conventional tablet, the Tablet P, is just now going on sale in the…

Sony Tablet S Gets PlayStation Store Update Today

Sony’s first Android Honeycomb tablet, the Tablet S, is getting a fun new update today, the PlayStation Store.
Back when the Tablet S first came out, Sony announced that it would have access to a service called PlayStation Suite, which would allow users to buy…

Ultrabook, MacBook Air, Pro Shipments May Be Affected By Chinese Plant Shutdown

One of the Chinese manufacturers, Charter, that produces metal laptop chassis for the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Ultrabooks, has been partially shut down due to foul odors being reported by residents living near the plant in Suzhou, China.

Some of Charter’s production lines have…

5 HD Gameloft Titles Heading to Sony’s Tablet Line Up

Sony’s Tablet line up is obviously targeted at gamers with the Playstation compatibility, so its no surprise that Gameloft is coming out with 5 titles that have been especially made for these devices.
The 5 titles have been optimized and specifically chosen to show off…

Sony Tablet S Getting Android 3.2 Update, Sony Entertainment Network Support

The Sony Tablet S was just released a week ago, but it’s already got its first system update. In general, the update from Android 3.1 to 3.2 is minor. But the update also prepares the Tablet S for access to the Sony Entertainment Network for…

Sony Tablet S Hits the Streets in China

The Sony Tablet S was just released in China and its started off in two retail outlets in Shanghai and online for delivery all over the country. Pricing for the 9.4 inch tablet is RMB 3,688 ($575) for the 16GB version and RMB 4,488 ($700USD)…

Sony Tablet S Gets Cracked Open & Shows off a Few Surprises

The Sony Tablet S went on sale last week so its not surprising that some one has taken it apart for a full undressing. Most 10 inch Android tablets are sporting similar hardware so its a nice surprise that the Tablet S had a few…

Sony Tablet S Unboxing and Hands On [video]

Before leaving San Francisco after covering the Intel Developers Forum 2011, Sascha was able to snag the last Sony Tablet S (Amazon link) at a nearby Best Buy (he’s quick!). He and Johannes from NewGadgets.de put together a quick unboxing and hands-on video so we…

Sony Tablet S Available from HSN Now…With a Bit of a Catch?

I don’t really know what to make of this. I don’t shop at HSN.com so I don’t know if this is normal practice for them or not. Regardless, both Sony Style and Amazon have the Tablet S available for pre-order at $499 for the 16GB…

Sony Tablet S Now Available in Germany for €578.99

Almost exactly one week after Sony officially announced with the Tablet S and Tablet P at IFA in Berlin they have show up for purchase in Germany. That’s right, they’ve skipped pre-order all together unlike the US which has them available with shipping dates on…