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Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Sony Lifts Profit Outlook to ¥1.43 Trillion as ‘Demon Slayer’ and Image Sensors Power Q2; PS5 Shipments Hit 3.9M

November 11, 2025 Sony Group Corp. raised its full‑year operating profit forecast by 8% to ¥1.43 trillion (≈$9.3–$9.5 billion) after a stronger‑than‑expected September quarter, crediting booming anime‑driven music revenues and surging demand for smartphone image sensors. The new guidance also reflects a smaller estimated hit from U.S. tariffs. Sony+2Sony+2 Quarter at a glance (July–September, FY2025 Q2) Why the outlook went up Sony’s FY2025 (year ending March 31, 2026) guidance now calls for ¥12.0 trillion in sales and ¥1.43 trillion in operating income. Management said the upward revision stems from (1) higher profitability in Imaging & Sensing Solutions (I&SS) and Music,
11 November 2025
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PlayStation Portal’s Biggest Update Yet: Full PS5 Cloud Streaming Rolls Out — Stream Your Digital Library Without Turning On a Console (Nov. 7, 2025)

PlayStation Portal’s Biggest Update Yet: Full PS5 Cloud Streaming Rolls Out — Stream Your Digital Library Without Turning On a Console (Nov. 7, 2025)

Sony has switched on full PS5 cloud streaming for the PlayStation Portal worldwide regions supported by PlayStation Plus Premium, and the handheld is getting a slick new interface and quality‑of‑life upgrades to match. Crucially, Premium members can now stream select digital PS5 games they already own from the cloud to Portal without connecting to a PS5 console, alongside titles from the PS Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog. The update went live Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. PT (Nov. 6 at 2 a.m. GMT). PlayStation.Blog+1 Key takeaways (today) What’s new on PlayStation Portal Sony’s update does two headline things. First,
7 November 2025
PS5 Black Friday 2025: Early PlayStation Deals Live Today (Nov. 7) — $2–$3 Games, Leaked $450 Console Bundle, and What to Expect

PS5 Black Friday 2025: Early PlayStation Deals Live Today (Nov. 7) — $2–$3 Games, Leaked $450 Console Bundle, and What to Expect

When do the PlayStation and retailer sales start? The headline leak: 2025 PS5 Black Friday bundle The best early PS5 game deals to buy now These are live as of today within Sony’s “November Savings” and competing retailer promos: All surfaced today via Tom’s Guide’s roundup of the live sale; the larger “November Savings” event lists 2,400+ discounted items at up to 80% off. Tom’s Guide+1 Tip: Prices on digital titles can change rapidly during November; if a must-play game hits an all‑time low (or close), consider locking it in rather than waiting for Black Friday weekend. Early console &
PlayStation Portal Gets Cloud Streaming Today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stream Select PS5 Digital Games Without Your Console On — New UI, 3D Audio, and In‑Game Purchases

PlayStation Portal Gets Cloud Streaming Today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stream Select PS5 Digital Games Without Your Console On — New UI, 3D Audio, and In‑Game Purchases

What changed today Sony has flipped the switch on full cloud streaming for PS5 games on PlayStation Portal, ending last year’s beta and transforming the handheld from a pure Remote Play device into a cloud‑streaming client for PS Plus Premium members. The rollout began Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. PT (Nov. 6 at 2 a.m. GMT) and is accompanied by a major software update. PlayStation.Blog+1 Crucially, Premium subscribers can now stream a selection of PS5 games they’ve purchased digitally in addition to the PS Plus Game and Classics Catalogs—no PS5 connection required. Sony also underscores that streaming works when your
6 November 2025
Console War No More: Halo’s ‘Campaign Evolved’ Remake Takes Master Chief to PlayStation in 2026

Console War No More: Halo’s ‘Campaign Evolved’ Remake Takes Master Chief to PlayStation in 2026

A New Journey Begins in 2026 With Halo: Campaign Evolved slated for a 2026 release (no exact date yet), the countdown has begun for what is shaping up to be one of the next year’s biggest gaming events. The Master Chief’s arrival on PlayStation will mark a turning point in gaming history, symbolizing how much the industry has changed since he first crash-landed on that mysterious ringworld in 2001. For Microsoft, it’s an opportunity to “reignite the fire” of its most iconic series ibtimes.co.uk by inviting an entirely new audience along for the ride. For veteran Halo fans, it’s a
26 October 2025
Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Sony’s 2025 Surge: Inside the Tech Giant’s Record-Breaking Year and Bold Moves

Stock Performance: Near Highs After a Decade-Long Turnaround Sony’s stock has been on a tear, capping a remarkable turnaround from its early-2010s struggles. In 2025, the U.S.-listed shares have returned nearly 40% year-to-date, and by early October Sony traded around $30 – its highest level ever. In Tokyo, Sony’s stock hit record highs just under ¥4,500 per share in late September. Both the Tokyo shares and ADR have outperformed the broader Japanese market this year, reflecting investor optimism in Sony’s trajectory. Notably, the yen’s weakness (hovering near ¥148 per USD) has boosted Sony’s dollar-based returns even further. This stock rally
7 October 2025
Ghost of Yōtei Review Bombshell: Is PlayStation’s New Samurai Epic a Masterpiece—or Just More of the Same?

Ghost of Yōtei Unleashed: New Samurai Epic Channels Kurosawa, Launches Merch – and Sparks Firestorm

Game Overview and Storyline Ghost of Yōtei is the highly anticipated sequel to 2020’s Ghost of Tsushima, but set far to the north of Tsushima’s map. Players take on the role of Atsu, a masterless samurai (rōnin) voiced by Erika Ishii wbur.org. Sixteen years before the game’s story begins, Atsu’s entire clan and family were slaughtered by the mysterious “Yōtei Six.” Now, in 1603 Ezo (modern Hokkaido), she embarks on a bloody quest for vengeance across snow-capped ridges, wildflower fields, and frozen forests en.wikipedia.org wbur.org. The game combines stealth and melee combat: Atsu wields katanas, bows, yari spears and more (including new dual-wield
4 October 2025
Ghost of Yōtei Review Bombshell: Is PlayStation’s New Samurai Epic a Masterpiece—or Just More of the Same?

Ghost of Yōtei: Everything to Know About Sony’s Bold 2025 Samurai Epic

Overview and Release Details Ghost of Yōtei is the next flagship open‑world adventure from Sucker Punch Productions and Sony Interactive Entertainment. Revealed in April 2025, the game arrives on 2 October 2025 for PlayStation 5, with players able to start from midnight local time (9 p.m. PT for the U.S. West Coast) gamespot.com. This timing echoes the simultaneous worldwide launch of its predecessor. There is no confirmed PC release, though Ghost of Tsushima eventually appeared on PC; journalists speculate a similar delay gamesradar.com. Pre‑orders open 2 May 2025, with a $69.99/£69.99 standard edition. Digital Deluxe bundles include extra in‑game gear, while the lavish collector’s edition features a replica mask,
PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X: The Ultimate Next‑Gen Console Showdown – Specs, Games & Surprises Revealed

PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X: The Ultimate Next‑Gen Console Showdown – Specs, Games & Surprises Revealed

Hardware Specifications Both consoles are built on similar foundations – custom AMD CPUs and GPUs – but with some key differences, especially with the PS5 Pro’s upgraded internals: Gaming Performance Real-world performance determines how these specs translate into gameplay. Both the PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X target 4K resolution gaming at high framerates with advanced visual effects. Here’s how they compare: TL;DR: Expect outstanding 4K gaming from both machines. The PS5 Pro’s added horsepower means it can push higher fidelity (or just more consistently lock 4K60) in the latest games, especially when developers optimize for it. Series X still delivers
Ghost of Yōtei Review Bombshell: Is PlayStation’s New Samurai Epic a Masterpiece—or Just More of the Same?

Ghost of Yōtei Release Date CONFIRMED – Atsu’s Revenge Lands in October 2025

Release Date & Global Launch Times Sony and developer Sucker Punch officially announced in April 2025 that Ghost of Yōtei hits PS5 on October 2, 2025 blog.playstation.com. As GamesHub notes, that means most players will see the game unlock at 12:00 AM on Oct. 2, but U.S. west-coast players get an earlier start. Specifically, the global launch schedule is: Sep 30, 2025 – 9:00 PM PDT (Oct. 1) for Pacific Time; 10:00 PM MT; 11:00 PM CT; and 12:00 AM EDT (Oct. 2) gameshub.com egamersworld.com. Meanwhile Europe, Japan, Australia and other regions all go live at midnight local time on Oct. 2 egamersworld.com khelnow.com. In
Macro Magic: Sony’s New 100mm f/2.8 GM Macro Lens Delivers Insane 1.4× Life-Size Shots

Macro Magic: Sony’s New 100mm f/2.8 GM Macro Lens Delivers Insane 1.4× Life-Size Shots

Sony’s First G Master Macro Lens Sony Electronics has unveiled a game-changing macro lens for its mirrorless Alpha cameras: the FE 100mm F2.8 Macro G Master OSS petapixel.com. This is Sony’s first macro prime in the top-tier G Master lineup, arriving roughly a decade after the acclaimed 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS petapixel.com. Sony says the new lens “delivers stunning detail” at up to 1.4× magnification, and PetaPixel points out it “promises to be the best macro lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, period” petapixel.com. According to Sony’s executives, the 100mm GM is meant to expand creative possibilities. “We’re on a
1 October 2025
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Sony WH-1000XM6 Arrives in India with Killer Noise-Cancellation – Can It Top Bose & Apple?

Sony WH-1000XM6 Arrives in India with Killer Noise-Cancellation – Can It Top Bose & Apple?

Launch and Availability Sony’s WH-1000XM6 are now available in India as the company’s 2025 flagship noise-cancelling headphones indiatoday.in. The launch price of ₹39,990 is slightly higher than the previous XM5 model, reflecting the upgrades included croma.com. Sales began September 29 through Sony’s own outlets, major retailers like Croma and Reliance Digital, and online on Amazon and ShopAtSC indiatoday.in gadgets360.com. The Indian packaging is made entirely of paper materials as part of Sony’s sustainability efforts indiatoday.in. Sony markets the XM6 as a “studio-grade sound” system co-developed with top recording studios (Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, Coast Mastering) business-standard.com. In simple terms, Sony
30 September 2025
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