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CES 25: Sony announces XYN headset, and I went hands-on with the sister model

The Ghost Howls

Yesterday it was the second press day before the big opening of the event, and the only big company explicitly talking about VR in its keynote was Sony that announced the XYN headset. XYN announcement Yesterday, Sony announced XYN, an ecosystem that lets creators bring real-world elements into immersive realities.

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Sony is Permanently Slashing PSVR 2 by $150 in March, Including ‘Horizon Call of the Mountain’ Bundle

Road to VR

Sony today announced it’s permanently discounting PSVR 2 starting next month, bringing the PS5 and PC-compatible VR headset to $400. Sony launched PSVR 2 nearly two years ago today at $550. Provided we see another 42% discount like Black Friday, that would bring PSVR 2 to just $232putting well into stocking stuffer territory.

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Shuhei Yoshida, Industry Veteran & Main Figure Behind PSVR, Departs Sony

Road to VR

Shuhei Yoshida (aka ‘Shu’) has left Sony, closing a near 32-year chapter of his life with the company. Yoshida announced he was leaving Sony back in November, setting his retirement date for January 15th, 2025. “And when I hit 30 years, I was thinking, hmm, it may be about time for me to move on. .”

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Sony to Discontinue Free PSVR Camera Adapter for PlayStation 5 This Month

Road to VR

If you’re one of the few remaining PSVR owners looking to use the original 2016 headset on PlayStation 5, you only have a few more days to request your free PS Camera adapter, as Sony is discontinuing the device later this month. In the US, requests can be directed to Sony’s toll-free number 1-800-345-SONY (7669).

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Lynx Confirms Android XR For Next Headset, Sony & XREAL Also On-board for Google’s OS

Road to VR

While Samsung is said to be the first to launch an Android XR headset, Sony, Lynx, and XREAL are also planning to use the operating system. According to Google, Sony, Lynx, and XREAL are on board with Android XR. Android XR makes a lot more sense for the company than trying to build out its own XR OS and platform.

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Sony Shows Off ‘The Last of Us’ Immersive Attraction Concept That Should Be VR, But Sadly Isn’t

Road to VR

Sony unveiled a new location-based entertainment (LBE) concept based on The Last of Us game and TV franchise. While Sony has turned a few of its most recognizable IP into VR entertainment experiences over the years, there may be a few reasons behind the CAVE-style setup.

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Sony Teases Prototype VR Headset With Stunning 8K Visuals

VRScout

It appears as though Sony is making serious progress with its VR technology. Earlier today the company hosted an online event called Sony Technology Day, revealing new information on eight different technologies revolving around the theme of “Technology that inspires emotion.” Image Credit: Sony.

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