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Sony Computer Entertainment Announces A Variety Of Features Available On PlayStation®4(PS4™) System At Launch
System software update version
1.50 to be released along with the PlayStation®4 system's North
American launch; features include remote play with the
PlayStation® Vita system, and game play sharing via the "SHARE"
button that enhance game play experience
TOKYO, Oct. 25, in the year of our Lord 2013 --
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced that it will
release system software update version 1.50*1 for PlayStation®4
(PS4™) system simultaneously with the official North American
launch of the system on November 15, 2013. By updating to the
latest system software version, users will be able to enjoy a
variety of exciting features from the day of launch.
The PS4 system was designed from the ground up to ensure that
the very best games and most immersive experiences reach
PlayStation users. It redefines rich and riveting gameplay with
powerful graphics and speed, deeply integrated social
capabilities, and innovative second-screen features utilizing
devices such as the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) system. SCE will
continue to enhance the PS4 system through future system
software updates.
The following features are available on PS4 at North American
launch:
· Remote Play
Users will be able to access PS4 titles displayed on their
living room TVs and play them on a PS Vita system over Wi-Fi
networksby using PS4 Link*2*3. SCE anticipates that most PS4
titles will be playable on the PS Vita system through Remote
Play*4.
· Second Screen
Users can use the PS4 Link*2 application for the PS Vita system,
and PlayStation®App for iPhone, iPad, and Android™ based
smartphones and tablets*5,to use these devices as second screens
in supported titles. PlayStation® App has the ability to enable
users to interact with games with their mobiles devices. For
example on THE PLAYROOM, a title pre-installed in all PS4
systems that requires PlayStation® Camera, users can draw
pictures on their mobile device screens and flick them towards
the TV. The images then appear as a 3D object within the game.
· Record, take screen shots, and upload gameplay effortlessly
The PS4 system provides dedicated, "always on" video encoding
systems that enables seamless uploading of gameplay. Users can
share their epic triumphs by simply hitting the "SHARE button"
on PS4 Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®4), take screenshots or
scan through the last 15 minutes of gameplay, tag it and return
to the game—the video uploads as the user plays. At the PS4
system's launch in North America, users will be able to share
their images and videos with friends on Facebook and screenshots
with followers on Twitter*6.
· Broadcast and spectate gameplay
The PS4 system also enhances social spectating by enabling users
to broadcast their gameplay in real-time to game fans around the
globe, using Ustream and Twitch*7 live internet streaming
services. SCE provides two ways for users to view live
broadcasts. First, the Live from PlayStation® application on PS4
aggregates streams from all PlayStation® users. Second, users
can spectate friends' PS4 gameplay from PCs, and applications
such as Ustream, Twitch, and browsers, which are installed on
their mobile devices. These applications can be easily started
up via PlayStation®App, and users can also use these
applications to post comments to gameplay broadcasts.
Furthermore, users with PlayStation®Camera can stream camera
images and microphone sounds along with their live gameplay
broadcast.
· Play as you download
This feature enables users to play supported digital titles as
they are being downloaded*8. When a game is purchased, users can
start playing after PS4 downloads a portion of the data, while
the rest of the game is downloaded in the background during
actual gameplay. Games may be downloaded in stand-by mode.
· Multi log-in
A maximum of 4 users can log-in to a single PS4 system
simultaneously. These players can use their own save data to
play games, and also earn trophies on their own Sony
Entertainment Network accounts even when playing a multi-player
game together on a single PS4 system*9.
· Party (Voice chat)
By using the Mono Headset bundled with the PS4 system, users
will be able to chat with up to eight friends enjoying different
applications or games. Furthermore, users can use Party to chat
between PS4 and PS Vita systems.
· Face recognition and voice commands*10
Users with PlayStation®Camera will be able to register their
facial image onto their PS4 system, and login to their system
using facial recognition instead of DUALSHOCK®4. Furthermore,
users can use either the microphone of the Mono Head set
connected to DUALSHOCK®4, or PlayStation®Camera to navigate
through the PS4 home screen (PlayStation® Dynamic Menu) with
voice commands to start up games and shutdown the system, among
other features*11.
· Background music player
Users can enjoy gameplay while listening to music in the
background with Music Unlimited, a cloud-based digital music
service*12. Users can also voice chat with friends while
listening to music.
· Online Multiplayer
PlayStation®Plus (PS Plus) members will be able to play PS4
titles online with other players via the network. PS Plus makes
it easy for members to join available online multiplayer matches
in a variety of ways, including the ability to easily join a
game from a live stream broadcast or Party voice chats.
· Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD player
Users can enjoy not only gaming on their PS4 system, but also
Blu-ray and DVD video contents*13.
Furthermore, some features will not be available at launch, such
as "suspend/resume mode" which is a feature that keeps the PS4
system in a low power state and promptly takes users back to
their game. SCE will provide additional information about system
software update version 1.50 and features available at the PS4
system's North America launch, and features that will be
available after launch, in the near future.
SCE will continuously enrich services and features of the PS4
system, while striving to further expand the PlayStation
platform.
*1 Download data size of system software version 1.50 is about
300MB. Although dependent on users' network environments,
download of the update will take about 5~15 minutes with a
broadband speed of 5~10Mpbs.
*2 The latest PS Vita system software version to be released
soon will be required to use PS4 Link.
*3 Depending on network environment or titles, remote play
performance may vary outside of the home.
*4 Remote Play will not be enabled on all games, including those
that require peripherals such as PlayStation®Camera or certain
third party peripherals.
*5 Depending on the version of OS or other conditions, users may
not be able to use the application.
*6 Users must sign-up for individual accounts to use Facebook
and Twitter.
*7 Users must sign-up for individual accounts to use Ustream and
Twitch.
*8 Time it takes to begin playing will vary depending on game
data size and network environments. Not all titles support this
feature.
*9 Requirements for achieving trophies vary by titles.
*10 Voice recognition can be used without updating to system
software version 1.50.
*11 Please refer to the online manual for recognizable voice
commands.
*12 Offered by Sony Corporation.
*13 At first time use, users must connect to the internet to
activate this feature.
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Product
name
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PlayStation®4
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Color
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Jet Black
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Product
code
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CUH-1000A
series
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Release
Date
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North
America November 15, 2013
Europe
November 29, 2013
Latin
America November 29, 2013
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Recommended retail price
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US$ 399,
Canada$ 399, € 399, and £ 349
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Main
processor
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Single-chip custom processor
CPU :
x86-64 AMD "Jaguar", 8 cores
GPU :
1.84 TFLOPS, AMD next-generation Radeon™ based
graphics engine
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Memory
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GDDR5 8GB
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Storage
size
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500GB
Hard disk drive*1
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External
dimensions
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Approx.
275×53×305 mm (width × height × length)
(excludes
largest projection)
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Mass
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Approx.
2.8 kg
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BD/ DVD
drive
(read
only)
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BD × 6
CAV
DVD × 8
CAV
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Input/
Output
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Super-Speed USBx (USB 3.0) port × 2
AUX port
× 1
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Networking
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Ethernet
(10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) ×1
IEEE
802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth® 2.1 (EDR)
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Power
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AC
100-240V, 50/60Hz
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Power
consumption
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Max. 250W
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Operating
Temperature
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5 ºC –
35ºC
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AV output
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HDMI out
port
DIGITAL
OUT (OPTICAL) port
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Included
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PlayStation®4 system × 1
Wireless
Controller (DUALSHOCK®4) × 1
Mono
headset × 1
AC power
cord × 1
HDMI
cable × 1
USB cable
× 1
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*1 The hard disk drive contains
space that is available for users and space that is reserved for
the system, therefore the actual space that is free for users is
smaller than the total space stated in this document.
* Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Sony Computer Entertainment Announces North American And European Release Of PlayStation®App, A New Application That Enhances The PlayStation®4 Experience
PlayStation®App enables
smartphones and tablets to interact with PlayStation®4 systems
and offers smooth and easy access to PSN(SM) features.
TOKYO, Oct. 25, in the year of our Lord 2013 --
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced that it will
release PlayStation®App, a new application for mobile devices,
on November 13, 2013 in North America, and on November 22, 2013
in Europe. PlayStation®App will be available free of charge.
PlayStation®App can be downloaded onto various mobile devices,
such as iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Android™ based smartphones
and tablets, from the App Store and Google Play*1. Once
installed, these devices can be used as second screens in
supported PlayStation®4 (PS4™) titles, and users can easily
access PSN(SM) features such as Friend Lists and Trophies.
Furthermore, users will be able to exchange messages with
members of their Friends List, and browse through news and
information on the official PlayStation® website.
PlayStation®App comes with a variety of features that allow
users to seamlessly access and enjoy the world of PlayStation®.
The following features are available on PlayStation®App:
· Directly access various PSN(SM) features and information
o Users can access their own profile screen.
o Users can access/compare their own and friends' Trophy
accomplishments.
o Exchange messages between PS4 systems, PlayStation®3 (PS3™)
systems, PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) systems, and mobile devices
installed with PlayStation®App.
o Access and filter friend profiles.
o Notify users about their friends' shared activities on "What's
New".
o Notify PS4 users when they receive any new notifications or
game invitations. Users can also display their lists of game
items.
· Browse the official PlayStation® website and access
information
Users can access the PlayStation® official website to browse
through news, blogs and game information. The language and
content of the website will depend on the country the user's
Sony Entertainment Network account is registered.
· PS4 Second Screen Feature
Users can install PlayStation®App on to their mobile devices to
use as a second screen in supported games. For example on THE
PLAYROOM, a title pre-installed in all PS4 systems that requires
PlayStation® Camera, users can draw pictures on their mobile
device screens and flick them towards the TV. The images then
appear as a 3D object within the game.
· Spectate other PS4 users' gameplay
When users' friends upload or begin live streaming their
gameplay on PS4 systems, the friends' activities are displayed
on "What's New" of the PlayStation®App screen. When users tap on
this notification, they can boot pre-installed applications,
such as browsers, to spectate the uploaded gameplay. Users can
also post comments on gameplay screenshots, footage and live
streams.
· Purchase game content on PlayStation®Store
Users can purchase game content*2 while away from home and
download it directly onto their PS4, PS3, and PS Vita*3 systems.
· Use a mobile device as a simple remote to control the PS4
system
Once installed, users can use their PlayStation®App to control
their PS4 system as long as both devices have access to the same
Wi-Fi access point. For example, users can switch their PS4
system to standby mode, startup their PS4 system from standby
mode, and use their mobile phone as a keyboard for their PS4
system.
SCE will continuously enrich services and features of PS4, while
striving to further expand the PlayStation ecosystem.
*1 Depending on the version of OS or device limitation, users
may not be able to use the application. PlayStation®App will be
displayed according to the mobile device's resolution.
*2 Video contents cannot be purchased through PlayStation®App.
*3 A User must be a member of PlayStation®Plus to download
content directly to a PS Vita system.