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Gosling: Blu-ray victory to spur Java creativity

March 6, 2008 2:27 PM PST

So-called father of Java hopes that JavaFX will enable a Blu-ray graphical user experience beyond playing high-definition DVDs.

Gadget extravaganza from Sony

February 27, 2008 2:36 PM PST

The consumer electronics giant hosts an open house in Las Vegas, and puts out a big spread.

Picture fuzzy for organic thin TVs

January 9, 2008 3:12 PM PST

OLED TVs are thin and have a great picture. But most manufacturers will hold off for several years.

Sony Reader felled by the classics

December 18, 2007 9:40 PM PST

It takes a long time to get into a good book, particularly if it's electronic.

New game controller: Your hands

December 10, 2007 10:50 PM PST

Israeli start-up 3DV aims to be a contender with motion-sensing tech that has a good handle on depth perception.
Photos: 3DV's depth-sensing camera
Video: ZCam aims to free gamers

Greenpeace hands game industry low score

November 27, 2007 10:24 PM PST

In its "Guide to Greener Electronics," the environmental group finds that game console makers have a long way to go.

Big-shot economist to advise teen virtual world 'Gaia Online'

September 17, 2007 5:08 PM PDT

Former U.S. Council of Economic Advisors chairman Michael Boskin is tapped to lead virtual world's economic council. The big question: why?
Images: A look inside 'Gaia Online'

Does Sony finally have an iTunes answer?

September 5, 2007 11:00 AM PDT

As it reportedly prepares another challenge to iTunes' video offering, observers say the company has many tools needed to launch an offensive against Apple.

Sony pleads innocent in latest rootkit fiasco

August 31, 2007 5:00 PM PDT

McAfee joins ranks of those criticizing Sony over rootkit-like behavior of device driver used to run its Micro Vault USB.

Still waiting for OLED TVs

January 8, 2008 6:19 PM PST

Televisions based on organic materials promise better picture quality and energy efficiency, but they'll be pricey and unavailable until sometime next year.
Photos: Future TVs

Sony plans TV line for Wal-Mart, Target

June 12, 2007 1:28 AM PDT

Company plans to supply a "unique series of models" of LCD TVs to big-box retailers for availability in the next 60 days.

Will the next Tony Soprano be on the Internet?

June 8, 2007 9:28 PM PDT

As HBO bids adieu to its groundbreaking show, some wonder if the next landmark serial will be on the Web.
Timeline: Tech and The Sopranos

Sony sued over Blu-ray

May 25, 2007 5:37 PM PDT

California-based Target Technology alleges patent infringements in PS3 maker's latest optical disc technology.

SimExchange aims to predict video game market

June 14, 2007 1:26 PM PDT

Fantasy stock market lets members predict hardware and software sales, and some are performing on par with industry analysts.

3D cinema tech taking on a starring role

June 27, 2007 4:54 PM PDT

With new technology making the old red and blue glasses a thing of the past, moviegoers and theater owners are clamoring for 3D.
Images: Getting Real about 3D films

LucasArts tries to get back in the game

May 3, 2007 10:37 PM PDT

Looking to move beyond its reputation for Star Wars games, company has an upcoming title whose innovative weapon system brings new meaning to the term "turf battle."
Images: The futuristic world of 'Fracture'

Can Sony click with download store?

April 30, 2007 2:20 PM PDT

By stumbling to get content to the PSP, the electronics giant now has to play catch-up to Apple.

Sony says sayonara to father of PlayStation

April 27, 2007 12:55 PM PDT

Ken Kutaragi was a gaming innovator, but his company will make do without him as it struggles to compete with Nintendo's hot-selling Wii.

Sony announces video chat add-on for PS3

April 26, 2007 2:11 PM PDT

Called the PlayStation Eye, this camera-microphone peripheral is designed to enhance the communication experience in gaming.
Photo: The PlayStation Eye

PS3 owners flock to health research program

April 25, 2007 7:35 PM PDT

Since the console included support for distributed computing project a month ago, more than 250,000 PS3 users have registered.