The Presidents’ Day savings are carrying over to eBay, where the retailer is offering the best prices yet on some of our favorite earbuds and headphones. We’re talking about the new Sony XM5 series, which kicks off with the recent Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds at $222.40 shipped after code PRESIDENT20 has been applied at checkout. Today’s offer is down from its usual $298 price tag and beating our previous mention by an extra $28. Head below for more.
Update: The Final Fantasy VII Rebirth FREE demo has now been officially confirmed for release today on PSN. You can download it right now. In addition to the demo available today, a section of the game’s Junon region will be playable in the demo at some point between today and the game’s release later this month starting on February 21.
During last week’s State of Play many expected to see some new footage or details on the upcoming Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – the second-half of the long-awaited ground-up remake of the legendary RPG – but Sony decided to host a dedicated showcase for the game instead. That stream is scheduled for later today at 3:30 p.m. PT/6:30 p.m. ET with over 19 minutes of new details and gameplay footage for the upcoming remake ahead of its official release on February 29, 2024. But as we await for the show to kick off, news has hit of a FREE demo for the experience at the ready alongside pre-orders on the Deluxe edition and more. Hit the jump for all of the details.
On Monday, Sony announced the first State of the Play of the year, and we are just minutes away now. After getting a good look at some upcoming Xbox titles last week, it’s now time for PlayStation to step into the spotlight with what will be quite a lengthy showcase highlighting some of the upcoming titles to grace the platform this year and beyond. There are over 15 titles on the slate today, and you can follow along with this afternoon’s State of the Play showcase down below.
The first PlayStation State of Play of 2024 is scheduled for this week. After getting a lengthy gaming showcase from the folks over at Xbox with the first look at the new Indiana Jones game, it’s now PlayStation’s turn. Sony has taken to the official PlayStation Blog today to announce the next State of Play showcase, and we are just about 48 hours away from showtime. Kicking off this Wednesday, Sony is now ready to get its gamers stoked for what’s to come with a look at over a dozen PS5 and PS VR2 titles. Head below for all of the details.
The Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition is coming to PC very soon. In PlayStation’s continued effort to bring some of its big-time and once exclusive titles to PC, Sony has now announced that Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition will land on battlestations everywhere come March. PlayStation has been spreading the love with PC gamers for a little while now, and next up will be the latest entry in Aloy’s future-past adventure alongside a host of extra goodies. All of the details are down below.
A new DualSense PlayStation 5 controller could be on the way. While rumors of a new PS5 Pro console continue, some of which suggesting we could see a launch or reveal sometime this year, retail listings have recently been spotted from a pair of outlets suggesting we could be seeing a new PlayStation 5 controller with upgraded specs and an included charging station coming down the pipeline in an official capacity from Sony. Head below for the details.
Amazon is now offering a new all-time low on the latest Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. These normally sell for $398 and have only ever dropped to as low as $328 before. But now, you can discount the ANC headphones to $299.99 shipped. This is $98 off and marking the best price cut ever. It’s an extra $28 below our previous mention from Black Friday and Cyber Monday, as well. We break down just why this is one of the best discounts we’ve seen on a pair of ANC headphones below the fold.
Sony is scheduled to show of its next-generation of tech and beyond in tonight’s CES 2024 press conference. The live-streamed event is an annual affair at this point, loaded with everything from upcoming products and possible PlayStation-related announcements to experimental tech of the future. Ahead of tonight’s event, Sony has been mostly tight-lipped about what to expect, but it looks as though show will, at least in part, focus on initiatives supporting creators. Tune in down below.
The Sony Alpha a7 III is one of the best full-frame camera around for its price, especially now that it’s selling for less than ever before. The mirrorless camera with a FE 28-70mm Lens for $1,498 shipped at Adorama. If the $700 discount from the usual $2,198 discount isn’t enough to entice you, it also includes an extra $100 gift card. This is a new all-time low and is an even better value than the matched price cuts at Amazon and B&H. Our last mention on this kit was $1,998 earlier in the summer. If you already have an E-mount lens, the camera body only is $1,298 with $700 in savings from its usual $1,998 going rate to also mark a new best price ever.
Sony debuted the PS5 Slim console back in October, but we might be getting that PS5 Pro after all. While all of this is to be taken with more than just a grain of salt, rumor has it some of the specs of the new pro-grade machine might have already leaked with others saying Sony is expecting a leak sometime this month. The PS5 Slim was more of cross-grade over what was the standard PS5, introducing a new attachable disc drive, a slimmer form-factor, and a marginally different design, but some of the potentially leaked details are pointing towards what could be a full-on PS5 Pro upgrade. More details below.
If you missed out on the Thanksgiving Week pricing last month, the savings are back on Sony’s latest flagship headphones and earbuds. A favorite has an all-time low on the latest Sony WF-1000XM5 ANC Earbuds. These new releases just hit the scene over the summer, and have since only been on sale just one time before. Now that changes with a drop down to $248 shipped. That’s $50 off the usual $298 price tag and marking the best discount we have seen. It’s one of the first chances to save and an even better way to score one of the more beloved pair of earbuds here at 9to5, here’s your chance.
While the PS5 Slim digital is now in-stock at Amazon and we are still seeing the Black Friday pricing live on the PlayStation 5 Slim Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 console bundle, it is now time for the FREE December PlayStation Plus titles. You still have until next week to claim the November titles, but the next batch of freebies is quickly approaching with titles like Sable, the, as far as I’m concerned, hilarious Powerwash Simulator, and LEGO 2K Drive – here’s our hands-on review of that one. Head below for more details.
Amazon is now offering the best discount of the year on the Sony XM4 ANC Headphones at $228 shipped. This undercuts the Black Friday mention by an extra $20 in its drop from the usual $348 going rate. It’s the first time this year we’ve seen pricing drop this low, matching the overall best discounts ever last seen in 2022. You can also get a closer look at what to expect in our launch coverage. Head below for more.
All of Sony’s latest headphones and earbuds are dropping to their Black Friday prices. Some of the best discounts all year, the savings make some of our favorite personal listening devices even more compelling. Shipping is free across the board. A favorite has an all-time low on the latest Sony WF-1000XM5 ANC Earbuds. These new releases just hit the scene over the summer, and have since only been on sale just one time before. Now that changes with a drop down to $248. That’s $50 off the usual $298 price tag and marking the best discount we have seen. It’s an extra $22 below our previous mention, and is the third price cut to date. So if you’ve been waiting for a chance to save on one of the more beloved pair of earbuds here at 9to5, here’s your chance.
As promised, and following today’s PlayStation Plus membership offers, the official PlayStation Black Friday digital game sale is now live. Featuring over 1,100 games and DLC add-ons, you’re looking at up to 70% off a gigantic collection of content for PS4 and PS5, all of which you can score on sale without waiting for shipping or getting up off the couch. These deals join ongoing offers on the Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 slim and Call of Duty Modern Warfare III PS5 slim bundles, not mention the official Black Friday DualSense controller deals from $49 shipped and this rare $100 price drop on the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle. Head below the fold for more details on official PlayStation Black Friday digital game sale.
Sony has now taken to its official blog to unveil annual the PlayStation Black Friday deals preview. After getting a look at the official Nintendo Black Friday deals sneak peek last week, it’s now time for PlayStation. This morning also brought with it the 2023 PlayStation holiday gift guide, so let’s keep the ball rolling with the official details on what’s on the way for Black Friday from the PlayStation camp. Head below for the details.
While the new Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 Slim alongside the Call of Duty Modern Warfare III PS5 slim bundles are now live at $500, not to mention the live Black Friday DualSense controller deals, Sony has now unleashed its official 2023 holiday gift guide. Looking to give PlayStation gamers a good look at the entire scope of gear it has on tap this holiday, there might not be specific deals mentioned here, but it does hint at what could be on sale (that isn’t already) in the coming weeks (or sooner). Head below for a look at the 2023 PlayStation holiday gift guide.
Update: New PlayStation 5 Slim Call of Duty Modern Warfare III console bundle now live at $500 via Amazon.
New PlayStation 5 Slim Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 console bundle also now live at $500 via Amazon.
The deals below are now live at Amazon. Both the PlayStation 5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle at $499 at the DualSense controller offers are now available.
The main event is still a couple weeks away but the PlayStation 5 Black Friday deals are kicking off today. We have already detailed the upcoming Walmart offers scheduled to go live later this month, but it will be the first out of the gate with PlayStation 5 Black Friday deals. Slated to go live today, while the PlayStation 5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle is already live at several retailers including Amazon, Walmart is scheduled to have the first notable deal on the console today alongside what will be the very first DualSense controller Black Friday deal with a solid $20 in savings. Head below for a closer look and more details.
Sony has announced the new a9 III digital camera alongside the FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens, and its pre-order and launch dates. Carrying the mantle of the world’s first mirrorless camera with a full-frame global shutter sensor, Sony is promising “unrivaled speed” thanks to its newly designed 24.6MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor, including 120 fps continuous shooting with AF/AE, flash sync at all speeds up to 1/80,000 sec., and no subject distortion.
Sony announces new a9 III mirrorless camera with full frame shutter sensor and pre-capture
Amazon is now offering its best price ever on the new Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Bluetooth Noise Canceling Earbuds at $248 shipped. Slightly undercutting our previous mention, you’re looking at a solid $50 price drop and the best we can find. Today’s deal marks a new Amazon all-time low price in the process. We are huge fans of Sony’s latest XM5 offering and now’s your chance to land a set at the best price ever. Swing by our hands-on review for a complete breakdown of what to expect and down below for more.
Sony is ready to begin shipping its new PlayStation 5 slim as early as next Friday alongside the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and a new bundle featuring the game, if recent reports ring true. This new machine will indeed be replacing the existing PS5 machines altogether once the original run of consoles has sold out to deliver what Sony describes as a 30% smaller unit. And now, images have begun floating around the inter webs offering up a direct visual comparison between the PS5 slim and the standard models. Head below to take a look.
Sony recently debuted the new PlayStation 5 slim at the beginning of last month with one crucial bit of information purposely omitted, the release date. But now, new reports originating from Call of Duty news outlets suggest it will be available on November 10 as part of a new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III bundle. Head below for more details.
Update: The new PS5 Pulse Explore wireless buds and Elite headset are now available pre-order directly from PlayStation.
After the initial official debut back in August alongside the new PS5 Portal Player, we now have new details and pre-order information on Sony’s upcoming Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, Pulse Elite wireless headset, and additional PlayStation Link USB adapters. Just after the launch of the new INZONE sets (full review here), Sony’s next-generation PlayStation headsets are now slated to go up for pre-order in just over a week’s time. Head below for more details.
While the TCL S4 model might not have all of the bells and whistles as the more pricey options, it is a notable price for an oversized 2023 display that delivers 85-inches of 4K action to a living room near you. Amazon is now offering the TCL 85-inch S4 4K UHD Smart Google TV for $899.99 shipped, down from the regular $1,400 price tag. Today’s deal is not only the best price we can find. Today’s offer is $100 under the deal we featured earlier this year, matching our previous mention, and coming within $2 of the Amazon all-time low. It’s not the most feature-rich option out there, but if you’re looking for some serious size without spending around $1,500 (or potentially a whole lot more than that), it will deliver a solid 4K (2160p) panel with Dolby Vision, HDR 10, and Hybrid Log-Gamma to your setup at a reasonable price for a display this large. It also features Google Assistant voice command action, Chromecast streaming, three HDMI inputs, and Google’s TV ecosystem for direct access to apps and your streaming services. Head below for more details.
Anticipation for the new Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 game has been ramping up all year, culminating in a record-breaking launch last Friday. After the reveal of the limited edition Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 console, matching PS5 console covers, and DualSense controller, what many expected to be the biggest PlayStation release of the year has certainly delivered. And after early sales number were shared this morning, Insomiac, Sony, and Marvel Games clearly have a serious hit on their hands. Head below for more details.
Now roughly 12 hours before web-slingers everywhere can finally jump into the epic new Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation, Sony and developer Insomniac have hit us with a rundown of the game’s photo mode as well as the new story recap trailer. The latter of which delivers “The Story So Far” as told by Miles and Peter so gamers can get a recap of sorts to prime them for tomorrow’s official release of the next entry in the PlayStation series. Hit the jump to to dive in for yourself and check out today’s details on Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Photo Mode.
The PS5 Slim release date may have just leaked. Last week Sony unveiled the new PlayStation 5, or as the internet calls it the PS5 Slim, and now it appears we have the not yet official release date by way of a reliable online leaker. Reports suggest the machine will land in early November, just as Sony hinted, alongside a special Spider-Man 2 bundle just a couple days prior. Head below for all of the details.
You’ll get another chance to buy the Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers tomorrow morning. We are getting one last blast of Spider-Man 2 pre-release goodies ahead of launch on Friday this week, including the official collector’s art books, a new launch trailer, and the official Wheaties crossover cereal box, but next up is another chance to score the nearly impossible to get Spider-Man console covers. Head below for all of the details on how to buy the official Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers tomorrow at Best Buy.
Update: The Spider-Man 2 Wheaties are now available for purchase!
Now less than four days away from the highly-anticipated release of the latest entry in Insomniac’s web-crawler PlayStation series, the developer, Sony, and Marvel are teaming up with Wheaties on the official breakfast of champions, Spidey edition. Sony just took to its official PlayStation X (Twitter) feed to unveil the new The Breakfast of Champions x Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 in the form of a “historic, limited-edition Wheaties box.” Head below for a closer look and more details.
After featuring the new official collector’s art books this morning, Sony has now unveiled the official Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 launch trailer. Hype for the PlayStation exclusive has been ramping up all year and Sony has now unleashed the official launch trailer as we inch closer and closer to the game’s release date this upcoming Friday. Just before the reveal of the Spider-Man 2 special edition PlayStation 5 console, DualSense controller, and console covers, Sony hit us with a story trailer to flesh out the game’s narrative and now a short but very sweet and, frankly, quite epic glimpse at what’s to come later this week. Head below for a closer look at the Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 official launch trailer.
After the reveal of its new INZONE Buds and (more or less) just as previous rumors suggested, the new PlayStation 5 consoles are here. Sony has now officially unveiled a new design for PlayStation. While this isn’t officially known as the PlayStation 5 slim, it is a thinner and more compact design that also introduces the removable disc drive we heard about quite some time ago now. The new PlayStation 5 consoles will be rolling out globally “in the coming months” and sound as though they will indeed be shipping in time for holiday season 2023. Head below for all of the details on the new PlayStation 5 consoles.
Sony is expanding its multi-platform PC and console gaming audio gear today with the announcement of its new Sony INZONE Buds. These truly wireless noise cancelling gaming earbuds join the existing over-ear lineup – here’s our hands-on review of those – to provide gamers with Sony’s 360 spatial audio treatment in an in-ear form-factor. Now available for pre-order at $199.99 shipped, you can head below for a closer look and more details on the new Sony INZONE Buds.
For 2 days only as part of its Prime Big Deal Days sale, Amazon is now offering discounting a collection of Sony’s latest headphones and earbuds. Shipping is free across the board. Headlining the collection are the new Sony XM5 ANC Earbuds at $278. This is the very first chance to save at $20 off the usual $298 going rate and a new all-time low. So if you’ve been waiting for a chance to save on one of the more beloved pair of earbuds here at 9to5, here’s your chance. These earbuds deliver some of the best ANC on the market with foam eartips and an improved design. There’s a new V2 processor and everything else you can read about in our review. Head below for more.
Amazon is now offering a solid price drop to get you ready for the launch of Spider-Man 2 on PS5 later this month, not to mention the rest of the holiday release lineup. You’ll find the 2023 model Sony 65-inch mini-LED 4K Ultra X93L BRAVIA XR Smart Google TV on sale for $1,698 shipped. This model was unveiled back in May of this year with a regular price of $2,300 and is now at the lowest price we can find. Today’s up to $602 in savings delivers a new Amazon all-time low and a great chance to upgrade your gaming and at-home entertainment center with a modern display at its best price yet (the larger sizes are matching the all-time lows below). This model features a 120Hz mini-LED panel with HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), and Dolby Vision alongside built-in voice command action in the form of Google Assistant and Amazon’s Alexa. PS5 enhanced visuals by way of Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode are joined by Apple AirPlay 2 streaming and four HDMI 2.1 inputs. Head below for more details.
Today, Sony is officially introducing Sony Pictures Core for PS4 and PS5. The new service launches on both generations of consoles starting today to deliver “exclusive benefits and early access to a host of Sony Pictures films to PlayStation gamers.” This is esentially an official rebranding of the Bravia Core app that will soon make the switch over to Sony Pictures Core sometime next year on the brand’s displays but will launch on PS4 and PS5 starting today with some special perks including access to rotating collection of movies to stream FREE for Premium and Deluxe PS Plus members. Head below for more details.
Sony is now announcing its new LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo Truly Wireless Earbuds, alongside revealing its launch date. Now available for pre-order, these earbuds will include two custom EQ modes that are optimized for listening to Olivia Rodrigo’s albums GUTS and SOUR.
Sony is now offering folks who purchase and active a new PlayStation 5 console a chance to score a FREE game. There’s no real stings attached here and the game selection is actually quite good – it’s not just some cheapy smaller titles, but rather some serious blockbusters from the platform that have released over the last few years. Head below for all of the details.
Amazon is now offering a rare chance to save on the new Sony WH-1000XM5 ANC Headphones. With only the silver style on sale, pricing drops to $341.41 shipped. Down from $398, this is landing as the best price of the year at $7 under our previous mention. We break down just why this is one of the best discounts we’ve seen on a pair of ANC headphones below the fold.
We are now just minutes away for the next State of Play stream where Sony set to show off what’s up next for PlayStation gamers. Earlier this summer Sony broadcasted a massive hour-long showcase loaded with some particularly exciting announcements involving the Metal Gear Solid 3 (Delta) remake, Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake II, and more, and, while today’s event will surely be less eventful than that, we have high hopes. It all start at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET and you can follow along down below.
Amazon is offering the Sony HT-A7000 7.1.2ch 500W Dolby Atmos Sound Bar for $998 shipped. Down from $1,400, this 29% discount is the lowest price we have tracked, matching previous markdowns. You’ll never have to worry about where your sitting on movie night as this 53-inch long, full-featured home theater sound bar envelops you in 7.1.2-channel surround sound. Utilizing a combination of technology such as Vertical Surround Engine, S-Force Pro Front Surround, and 360 Spatial Surround Mapping, everyone will have the best seat in the house thanks to the wider sweet spot of high-resolution audio that it provides. The Sound Field Optimization feature will calibrate the sound bar to your room’s environment to provide you with the best sound quality. It also comes equipped with a built-in subwoofer, and supports Bluetooth 5.0 connection. You can further increase the audio quality with additional subwoofers and rear speaker sets that are sold separately.
Sony today is now our with the new A7C R mirrorless camera. Slimming down the form factor and price of one of the brand’s more popular releases, the upcoming debut packs a 35mm full-frame sensor with 61 MP image capture and 4K video recording. Instead of just one new mirrorless camera, Sony is splitting the lineup by also launching the new A7C II.
After Microsoft jacked up the price of its popular Game Pass subscriptions, PlayStation Plus price hikes are on the way. Buried in the bottom of today’s September PS Plus freebie game collection announcement, Sony has now said it will officially be raising the price of PlayStation Plus tiers. Some two days after the September freebies go live, Sony will be “increasing the price for PlayStation Plus 12-month subscriptions globally across all benefit plans.” Head below for more details.
Amazon is offering the Sony SRS-NB10 Wireless Neckband Bluetooth Speaker for $98 shipped. Down from its usual $150, this 35% discount is the lowest price we can find for this product, matching all previous markdowns to the same price. Crafted from premium materials to be both comfortable and lightweight, this full-range speaker unit provides you with high-quality sound on a personal level. Equipped with USB-C charging, this personal speaker gives you up to 20 hours of battery life while being able to simultaneously connect to multiple devices all at once. It features a waterproof design with an upward-facing speaker, a microphone, and integrated mute button for easy use during work calls and multi-tasking moments.
Update: We now know the PlayStation Portal remote player will launch in select markets on November 15, 2023 and is now available in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. Sony says that starting on September 29, 2023 PlayStation Portal remote player can also be pre-ordered from other select retailers in these countries, as well as Canada and Japan.
Today Sony took to its official PlayStation Blog to detail the new PlayStation handheld – as we expected, the PlayStation Portal remote player is less a console and more, well, a portal player (more on this below). Alongside details on the PS5 companion player, it also introduced the new Pulse Elite wireless headset and Pulse Explore wireless earbuds – the latest additions to its official audio lineup. Head below for more details on everything.
Sony just launched its brand-new flagship earbuds with the new XM5s, delivering some new flagship specs to go alongside a price hike in the process. But if you’re not after the latest and greatest, and have been waiting for a deep discount to land on the previous model, Amazon finally has your back. Right now, the Sony XM4 ANC Earbuds sell for $169.95 shipped. That’s $90 off the usual $280 price tag they launched with and landing at a new all-time low. Today’s offer is $18 under our previous mention and clocks in at $8 below the previous all-time low. Below the fold we dive into how these compare to the newer counterparts. But the spoiler is that at $130 less than the XM5s, these are as good of a bargain as you’ll find in the earbuds space.
Sony makes some of the more unique smartphones on the market, and now we’re seeing the best price yet on one of them. Amazon is now offering the unlocked Sony Xperia 5 III 5G 128GB for lower than ever before, dropping the handset to $598 shipped. Typically fetching $998, today’s offer lands at $400 off while beating our previous mention by an extra $100. It’s only the second offer of the year and now lands at a new all-time low. As one of the more recent additions to Sony’s stable of photography-focused smartphones, its Xperia 5 III comes centered around a Snapdragon 888 chip that powers the 6.1-inch 21:9 120Hz display. Its photography features are really what let this one stand out from the competition, and we explore that below the fold.
As we reported previously, PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 console bundle pre-orders kick off today in most of the world. The new Spider-Man 2 PS5 is also being joined by the limited edition console covers, allowing existing owners to bring the Spidey vibes to their setup alongside the new themed DualSense controller. We have all of the details you need down below on how to ensure you get a chance to score one – some items (especially the console bundle and covers) will likely sell out quickly, so you’re going to want to be ready for when everything goes live later this morning. Head below for everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 console bundle, Spider-Man 2 PS5 covers, and the Spider-Man 2 DualSense controller.
After seeing call of Duty Black Ops Cold War and Alan Wake Remastered hit the game collection in July, Sony has now announced the next PlayStation Plus FREE games. After more than just rumors of the new PS5 Slim hit and the new Access Controller went up for pre-order, Sony has taken to the official PlayStation Blog to announce another batch of FREE games to for its subscribers just days before the new Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 goes up for pre-order. This time around we are hitting the links, experiencing an extraordinary, ever-expanding game universe from the creators of LittleBigPlanet, and diving into a “somber yet darkly comedic tale.” Head below for more details on the August PlayStation Plus FREE games.
