Sony Nears New PlayStation Handheld
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Sony is working on a new PlayStation handheld that builds on the existing Portal.
The company has released Wi‑Fi certification documents showing two new peripheral/console devices, one of which is likely an updated Portal.
This new model, called the PlayStation Portal Player, is a Japan‑exclusive release and cannot be purchased in the United States.
It also lacks a language option other than Japanese.
The key difference is internal storage, though Sony has not disclosed the capacity.
The device retains a 1080p display and a DualSense‑style controller layout, and it includes a one‑month PlayStation Plus Premium subscription.
Sony plans to announce storage details once finalized.
The Portal Player’s hardware remains similar to the original Portal, which used an ARM‑based Qualcomm SG4150P chip and limited LPDDR4X memory for streaming and remote play.
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Timeline
- On October 1 2022 Sony releases original PlayStation Portal handheld.
- On June 1 2023 Sony reveals internal storage addition for Portal Player.
- On October 1 2023 Sony announces PlayStation Portal Player Japan release.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Sony’s new handheld may influence U.S. gamers Possible long-term US impact: Potentially expands Sony’s handheld market Most affected groups: Japanese consumers and importers Reader priority: Technology enthusiasts and gamers
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Gizmodo — Sony Nears New PlayStation Handheld
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