Sony will be launching the PlayStation Portal, its much-anticipated game-streaming handheld console for Indian consumers. The announcement was made by PlayStation India recently, confirming the arrival of the device in the Indian market.
The handheld was released in the US initially and other global markets late last year, the PlayStation Portal enables users to stream PS5 games with high-quality console controls over a Wi-Fi connection, although it won’t be able to run games independently.
The PlayStation Portal remote player will be available in India for Rs 18,999. It comes in a sleek white color and will be sold through various retailers including Sony Centers, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales, and Blinkit starting August 3.
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PlayStation Portal Features And Specifications
The handheld device comes with an 8-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. It comes with support for 60fps in full HD resolution for PS4 and PS5 games installed on the PS5 console. The screen also includes touch-sensitive areas on either side for enhanced control.
The highlight feature of the Sony PlayStation Portal is its integration of the DualSense wireless controller’s advanced functionalities, such as haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in compatible games. Speaking of connectivity, the device offers a USB Type-C port for charging, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Sony’s proprietary PS Link feature, and Wi-Fi 5. However, it does not support Bluetooth connectivity.
While the PlayStation Portal won’t be able to run games on its own, it enables players to stream games from their PS5 library over a home Wi-Fi network. This functionality allows users to take advantage of the PS Portal even if the TV connected to the console is being used by someone else.
The handheld device uses the company’s Remote Play feature, which requires them to either turn on their PS5 or put it in rest mode. The PS5 must be connected to the internet and have the latest system software updates installed.
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Sony Unveils Bravia 3 Series TVs in India
Sony India has announced the launch of its Bravia 3 Series TVs in the Indian market. The new Bravia 3 TV Series comes in 108 cm (43-inch), 126 cm (50-inch), 139 cm (55-inch), 164 cm (65-inch), 189 cm (75-inch) and 215 cm (85-inch) sizes.
As of now, only the Sony Bravia 3 Series TV models K-55S30 and K-65S30 are available for purchase at Rs 93,990 and Rs 1,21,990 respectively. Sony is yet to announce the availability and pricing of its Bravia 3 Series TV models K-43S30, K-50S30, K-75S30, and K-85S30.