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Sony Bravia XR X90K Smart TV Series With 4K Resolution Launched in India

Sony has announced the launch of the Bravia XR X90K TV series in India on Monday. This series includes three models with 75-inch (XR-75X90K), 65-inch (XR-65X90K), and 55-inch (XR-55X90K) screen sizes. The models are equipped with Cognitive Processor XR that can support 4K upscaling technology. These TVs feature a Full Array LED panel coupled with XR Triluminos Pro technology for delivering lifelike contrast and access to over a billion covers. They also include Dolby Atmos, Acoustic Multi-Audio, and 3D Surround Upscaling technologies for delivering immersive sound.

Sony Bravia XR-55X90K, Bravia XR-65X90K, Bravia XR-75X90K price in India, availability

The Sony Bravia XR-55X90K is priced at Rs. 1,23,490 on the ShopAtSC online store. Also, the Bravia XR-65X90K is available for Rs. 1,70,990 on the ShopAtSC site. Sony will soon announce the pricing information of the Bravia XR-75X90K. These smart TVs will also be available across all Sony Centres, major retail stores, and e-commerce portals in India.

Sony Bravia XR X90K series specifications, features

Apart from the dimensions and weight, the Sony Bravia XR X90K smart TVs share similar specifications. Their Full Array LED panels have a 4K (3,840×2,160 pixels) resolution and support a refresh rate of 100Hz. They pack the Cognitive Processor XR and feature the XR 4K upscaling and XR Motion Clarity technologies for clear and bright visuals. For gaming, the Bravia XR X90K series is made HDMI 2.1 compatible for supporting 4K videos at 120 fps, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM). Furthermore, they are equipped with light sensors for automatic ambient optimisation.

These TVs are fitted with two full-range bass-reflex speakers and two tweeters that deliver a combined audio output of 40W. The X90K series’ audio performance is enhanced by technologies like Dolby Atmos, XR Sound Position, Acoustic Multi-Audio, and 3D Surround Upscaling. There is also the acoustic auto calibration technology that optimises audio output depending on your position in front of the TV.

The Bravia XR X90K series runs on Google TV, which provides access to popular streaming platforms and other apps from Google Play. These TVs also support Apple Home Kit and AirPlay for seamless integration with Apple devices like iPads and iPhones. They include the Bravia Core app, which allows customers to redeem up to 5 current or classic movies along with a 12-month streaming subscription.

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Gran Turismo Movie / TV Series in the Works at Sony, Neill Blomkamp in Talks to Direct: Report

Gran Turismo is reportedly being adapted into a movie or TV series by Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions. This project is said to be currently at a very early stage of development, and the plot of the adaptation is currently under wraps. The studios are hoping to rope in director Neill Blomkamp to be at the helm for this project. Blomkamp broke out onto the scene with the 2009 sci-fi action film District 9, before going on to make the Matt Damon-led 2013 dystopian sci-fi Elysium, and the 2015 dystopian sci-fi film Chappie.

Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions recently collaborated on the Uncharted movie adaptation that has grossed over $400 million (roughly Rs. 3,106 crore). Now, Deadline is reporting that the studios hope to repeat this financial success with a feature film based on the Gran Turismo games. However, there have been conflicting reports about the nature of this adaptation. A report by IGN claims that Sony is developing a Gran Turismo TV series instead of a movie. Could it be both?

Whatever the case may be, this franchise seems an unlikely choice as the Gran Turismo games don’t feature any plot. These games are revered for their highly-detailed graphics and precise driving physics. Created by Polyphony and Kazunori Yamauchi in 1997, the Gran Turismo series has reportedly sold over 85 million copies in total. The latest addition to the series, Gran Turismo 7, was released in March for the PS4 and PS5.

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Sony appears to be going big on video game adaptations. According to a report by Variety, a Horizon Zero Dawn series is heading for Netflix. It also mentions that Amazon Prime Video has landed a God of War series, which was reported in the past.

There is also a highly-anticipated The Last of Us series coming to HBO, which stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as Joel and Ellie, respectively. An Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz-starrer Twisted Metal series will soon debut on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service in the US. Furthermore, a movie based on Ghost of Tsushima is being directed by Chad Stahelski, who is renowned for the John Wick franchise.

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Xbox Game Pass: Dates Revealed for Assassin’s Creed Origins, For Honor: Marching Fire Edition

Assassin’s Creed Origins and For Honor: Marching Fire Edition were coming to Xbox Game Pass, we knew, but now we have the exact dates. The games were spotted under the ‘Coming Soon’ tab in Xbox Game Pass app with their debut dates. While Assassin’s Creed Origins will be available for play on June 6, the For Honor: Marching Fire Edition will be accessible on May 31. The news comes as other titles such as Hardspace: Shipbreaker, Sniper Elite 5, Cricket 22, and more are also joining Xbox Game Pass for the month. Seven games will be removed from Xbox Game Pass library on May 31.

Last week, Microsoft announced the list of new games coming soon to Xbox Game Pass for rest of May on its Xbox Wire blog. Now, there are two more games, Assassin’s Creed Origins and For Honor: Marching Fire Edition that have been seen under the ‘Coming Soon’ tab on the app, listed to be added to the Game Pass on June 6 and May 31, respectively. These games were not named in the May 17 blog.

For Honor: Standard Edition is already available on Xbox Game Pass. While Origins is coming soon to Game Pass, Sony announced last week through its official blog that Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will be added to the all-new PlayStation Plus game lineup. The game is available to PlayStation Plus Extra, Deluxe, and Premium members as part of Ubisoft Classics. Some games for the rest of May Xbox Game Pass roster will be available for Windows PC, Xbox consoles, and Xbox Cloud. Here’s the complete list of Xbox Game Pass titles for the rest of May:

Xbox Game Pass May 2022 — new games

May 17

  • Hey Story — PC
  • Jurassic World Evolution 2 — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Skate — Cloud
  • Umurangi Generation Special Edition — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Little Witch in the Woods (Game Preview) — Console and PC

May 19

  • Farming Simulator 22 — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Vampire Survivors — PC

May 24

  • Floppy Knights — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Hardspace: Shipbreaker — PC

May 26

May 27

  • Cricket 22 — PC
  • Pac-Man Museum — Cloud, Console, and PC

Like every month, Microsoft is also removing games from the roster, as new ones are added to Game Pass. There are seven outgoing titles that gamers can retain by purchasing, offered at a 20 percent discount.

Xbox Game Pass May 2022 — games that will be gone soon

May 31

  • EA Sports NHL 20 — Console
  • Farming Simulator 19 — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Knockout City — Console and PC — EA Play
  • Resident Evil 7 Biohazard — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Spellforce 3: Soul Harvest — PC
  • Superhot Mind Control Delete — Cloud, Console, and PC
  • Yes, Your Grace — Cloud, Console, and PC

Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass is available in India for Rs. 349 per month on PC and Xbox consoles. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, that includes EA Play, Xbox Live Gold/ Xbox network, and game streaming in select markets, costs Rs. 499 per month in India. These new prices went into effect April 1.

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Sony Bravia X80K Smart TV Series With Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio Support Launched in India

Sony Bravia X80K smart TV series has been launched in India on Friday. The company’s latest 4K smart TV lineup is available in five display options— 75-inch, 65-inch, 55-inch, 50-inch, and 43-inch sizes. The new offerings support HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision. For sound, the Sony Bravia X80K models pack dual 10W speakers with support for Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos and DTS Digital Surround. It runs on Google TV and comes with support for Google Assistant and Alexa. The TV includes Chromecast built-in as well as support for Apple AirPlay.

Sony Bravia X80K Smart TV price in India

Price of the Sony Bravia X80K smart TV in India starts at Rs. 94,990 for the 55-inch model (KD-55X80K). The company is yet to announce the pricing details for the 43-inch (KD-43X80K), 50-inch (KD-550X80K), 65-inch (KD-65X80K), and 75-inch (KD-75X80K) models. The 55-inch model is currently available for purchase in the country and the remaining variants in the new series will be soon available across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores, and e-commerce portals in India.

Sony Bravia X80K Smart TV specifications, features

The newly launched Sony Bravia X80K smart TV lineup is available in five screen sizes with a 4K (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) LCD display with support for HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HLG formats. The Triluminos Pro display by the company is claimed to enhance the colours on the screen. The bezel has a black shade and the panel refresh rate is 50Hz.

The smart TV models are powered by the Sony 4K HDR processor X1. The processor is said to adapt the picture to the surroundings to ensure optimised viewing experience. The Sony Bravia X80K Smart TV models pack 16GB of inbuilt storage and run-on Google TV (based on Android TV). Users can access the Google Play store with a wide range of supported apps.

Audio on the Sony Bravia X80K smart TV models are handled by two 10W speakers with support for Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround, and acoustic auto-calibration. The television models have a dedicated low-latency mode in HDMI 2.1 for gaming.

Connectivity options on the new series include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, four HDMI ports, built-in Chromecast, an audio jack, and two USB ports. The included remote supports voice commands. There are built-in microphones on the smart TV models that allow users to control the content hands-free through voice commands. The smart TV models also support Apple AirPlay and HomeKit, which enables content streaming from Apple devices like iPads and iPhones.

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Sony Bravia XR (2022) TV Prices, Availability Details Now Out

Sony Bravia XR (2022) TV prices and availability details have been announced — months after the new range debuted at CES 2022. The latest Bravia XR lineup includes quantum-dot OLED (QD-OLED) TVs as well as 8K and 4K Mini LED TVs and the regular 4K OLED and LED models. Sony has offered its new Cognitive Processor XR on the top-end models, which is claimed to deliver deep contrast and vibrant colour results. There is also support for upscaling content to up to 8K resolution.

Sony Bravia XR (2022) series price, availability

The most expensive in the series is the 85-inch Sony Bravia XR Master Z9K 8K Mini LED TV that is priced at $12,999.99 (roughly Rs. 9,96,300). It is followed by the 75-inch Sony Bravia XR Master Z9K 8K Mini LED TV that carries a price tag of $9,199.99 (roughly Rs. 7,66,500). Both TV models will debut in the US and Canada for pre-orders in the summer.

Next up is the 65-inch Sony Bravia XR Master A95K 4K OLED TV that comes with a QD-OLED panel and is priced at $3,999.99 (roughly Rs. 3,06,600). There is also the 55-inch Bravia XR Master A95K 4K OLED TV that comes at $2,999.99 (roughly Rs. 2,29,900). Both these models will go on pre-orders in Canada from May and in the US from June.

The 85-inch Sony Bravia XR X95K 4K Mini LED TV price is set at $5,499.99 (roughly Rs. 4,21,500), while the 75-inch Sony Bravia XR X95K 4K Mini LED TV is priced at $3,799.99 (roughly Rs. 2,91,200) and the 65-inch Sony Bravia XR X95K Mini LED TV is at $2,799.99 (roughly Rs. 2,14,600). All these four models are available for purchase in Canada and the US.

Sony also has the 42-inch Bravia XR Master A90K 4K OLED TV as one of the most affordable options in the lineup — priced at $1,399.99 (roughly Rs. 1,07,300). There is also the 48-inch Sony Bravia XR Master A90K 4K OLED TV that comes with a price tag of $1,499.99 (roughly Rs. 1,15,000). While the 42-inch model will go on pre-orders in the US and Canada in July, the 48-inch option will be on pre-orders from June.

The 77-inch Sony Bravia XR A80K 4K OLED TV price is set at $3,799.99 (roughly Rs. 2,91,300), while the 65-inch Sony Bravia XR A80K 4K OLED TV is priced at $2,499.99 (roughly Rs. 1,91,700) and the 55-inch Sony Bravia XR A80K 4K OLED TV is at $1,999.99 (roughly Rs. 1,53,300). The 55-inch model will be available for pre-orders from June, while the 77- and 65-inch options will be up for pre-orders starting May.

Customers also have the 85-inch Sony Bravia XR X90K 4K LED TV that is priced at $3,299.99 (roughly Rs. 2,53,000). Additionally, the range has the 75-inch Sony Bravia XR X90K 4K LED TV at $2,199 (roughly Rs. 1,68,700), the 65-inch Sony Bravia XR X90K 4K LED TV at $1,599.99 (roughly Rs. 1,22,700), and the last 55-inch Sony Bravia XR X90K 4K LED TV at $1,399.99 (roughly Rs. 1,07,300).

All these new models will be available from Amazon, Best Buy, and other authorised detailers in the US and Canada, Sony said.

Details on the India pricing and availability of the Bravia XR (2022) series are yet to be announced.

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Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV Series With 4K HDR, Dolby Audio Support Launched in India

Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV series was launched in India on Monday. The company’s latest 4K smart TV lineup is available in four display sizes. The Sony Bravia X75K smart TV series is powered by a Sony X1 processor, is equipped with two 10W speakers with Dolby Audio, and offers upscaling of videos filmed in full-HD and 2K resolution, according to the company. It runs on Google TV and comes with support for Google Assistant, as well as Chromecast, AirPlay and HomeKit integration.

Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV price in India

Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV price in India starts at Rs. 55,990 for the 43-inch model (KD-43X75K), while the 50-inch model (KD-50X75K) is priced at Rs. 66,990. The company is yet to reveal pricing details for the 55-inch (KD-55X75K) and 65-inch (KD-65X75K) models. All four models will be available across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores and e-commerce portals in India.

Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV specifications, features

The newly launched Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV series is available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch and 65-inch models with a 4K (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) LED display with support for HDR10 and HLG formats. According to Sony, the Bravia X75K models are capable of upscaling full-HD and 2K resolution videos to 4K resolution the company’s 4K X-Reality Pro technology that relies on a 4K database. The smart TV models are powered by a Sony X1 processor, paired with 16GB of inbuilt storage, and run on Google TV (based on Android TV).

The Sony Bravia X75K Smart TV models come with two 10W full range open baffle speakers with Dolby Atmos support. Connectivity options on the TV include dual band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay, three HDMI ports, and two USB ports. The included remote features Google Assistant support for voice commands. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v5, two USB ports, RF input, composite video input, three HDMI ports, digital audio output, and a headphone jack. The smart TV models also come with support for HomeKit and AirPlay support which can be used to stream content using an iPhone or iPad.

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PS Plus Subscription Stacking Now Unavailable Ahead of June Revamp

PlayStation Plus prepaid code redemption and new purchases have been disabled for existing subscribers, preventing users from “stacking” their subscriptions to the paid service for PlayStation owners. The move to block gamers with an active PS Plus subscription from adding on additional months comes ahead of Sony’s scheduled revamp of its PS Plus service in June. The Japanese company recently announced three subscription tiers — PS Plus Essential, PS Plus Extra, and PS Plus Deluxe — and revealed that gamers would be upgraded to an equivalent tier for the duration of their longest active membership.

Users on Twitter and gaming forum Resetera first reported the inability to stock up on their PlayStation Plus subscriptions, as spotted by Pushsquare. Users attempting to redeem repaid promo codes are shown an error code that states: “The pre-paid card could not be redeemed. Please try again later.”

According to the report, even purchasing a PS Plus subscription via the PS Store, on the browser and on the console, while already on an active membership shows users an error message that reads: “Can’t purchase. Can’t add to cart. You’ve already purchased this item.” Previously, gamers were able to purchase a subscription even if they already had an existing one, which would effectively be “stacked” over the existing subscription.

Gadgets 360 has independently verified that PS Plus subscriptions cannot be stacked. We received the same error as above.

Shop To, a retailer that has temporarily stopped selling PS Plus prepaid codes, responded to a customer stating codes will not be redeemable until mid-June while on an active subscription. Sony had disabled stacking subscriptions to stop players exploiting the carrying over of subscriptions, according to Pushsquare. Sony is yet to officially admit whether the stacking of subscriptions has been blocked until the new subscription service is introduced in June.

Announced in March, Sony’s revamped PS Plus subscription service will be launched first in Asian markets, followed by the Americas and Europe (including India). The PS Plus subscription will be available in three tiers — PS Plus Essential, PS Plus Extra, and PS Plus Deluxe. The highest tier offers cloud streaming access in select markets, where it’s known as PS Plus Premium.

Earlier this week, Sony also revealed pricing for the new PS Plus service in India. The lowest tier, PlayStation Plus Essential, will be priced the same as PS Plus today, starting at Rs. 449 a month. The middle tier, PlayStation Plus Extra is priced at Rs. 749 a month. Finally, the highest tier, PlayStation Plus Deluxe will cost gamers Rs. 849 a month. Quarterly and annual plans are also available.

The new PlayStation Plus is set to launch on June 22 in India.



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Sony Informs Developers Must Release Free 2-Hour Game Trials for PlayStation Plus Deluxe: Report

Sony has reportedly told developers to create free timed trials of their games for its upcoming highest tier of the new subscription, PlayStation Plus Premium (PlayStation Plus Deluxe in India). These free trials are purportedly required to be at least two-hour long. This policy is expected to only apply to games that will have a wholesale cost of over $34 (roughly Rs. 2,600). Furthermore, developers are expected to release free game trials only for upcoming titles. Already released games and PlayStation VR titles are believed to be exempted from this new policy.

The report from Game Developer suggests that developers would be given up to three months to release these trials from the date of the launch of their game on the PlayStation Store. They would have to keep these free trials live for at least 12 months for PlayStation Plus Deluxe and Premium users. Sony is said to be even open to custom game demos. Developers are supposedly still allowed to release games for free weekends and other promotional offers outside the PlayStation Plus Deluxe / Premium tier.

Ethan Gack from Kotaku suggests that these free game trials could be developed by the PlayStation Store team, which might prevent relatively smaller studios from getting overburdened with extra work. Still, concerns remain over these timed trials negatively impacting game sales. Also, Sony is believed to be not offering any extra perks to developers for releasing these free trials.

The all-new PlayStation Plus gaming subscription service has been confirmed to arrive in India on June 22. This three-tier service is divided into the PS Plus Essential, PS Plus Extra, and PS Plus Deluxe in India. Globally, the regions that support cloud streaming will receive the slightly expensive PS Plus Premium as the top subscription tier, instead of PS Plus Deluxe.

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Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro, Huawei Band 7 With Optical Heart Rate Sensors Launched



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