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Tokyo, September 19, 2012 <\/strong>\u2013 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced that it will start to deliver dedicated content for PlayStation\u00aeMobile, delivering the world of PlayStation\u00ae on open operating system-based devices\u203b1, through PlayStation\u00aeStore on October 3. In the dramatically evolving smartphone and tablet market, SCE will offer appealing PlayStation-like content to a variety of popular mobile devices. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The service will start in nine countries including Japan, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Australia with more countries to follow. At launch, users will be able to enjoy approximately 30 new titles from a variety of genres including Adventure, Action, Puzzle, Sports, and Simulation, at an affordable price point of between 50 yen and 850 yen (including tax)\u203b2, created by third party developers and publishers as well as SCE Worldwide Studios. Further content will be released frequently for PlayStation\u00aeMobile as new titles become available.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCE also announced Fujitsu Limited and Sharp Corporation will join the PlayStation Certified license program\u203b3. By collaborating with Fujitsu and Sharp which not only have the significant share in the Japanese smartphone market but also offer a wide range of devices across the globe, SCE will deliver the unmatched PlayStation experience to even more smartphone and tablet users around the world. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cFujitsu\u2019s ARROWS series smartphones and tablets feature \u201cUsability\u201d realized by human-centric technology, and \u201cHigh Spec\u201d represented by Japan\u2019s first quad-core CPU adopted model.\u201d said Takahiro Matsumura, Senior Vice President, Ubiquitous Business Strategy Unit, Fujitsu Limited. \u201cWe are excited to be partnering with Sony Computer Entertainment, and offer PlayStation-like gaming experiences for ARROWS users.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cWe are very pleased to be able to offer exciting PlayStation-like gaming experiences through our products to the customers all around the world.\u201d said Itsuki Kouchi, Division Deputy General Manager & Marketing Department General Manager, Global Product Development Center, Communication Systems Group, Sharp Corporation. \u201cSharp will continue shaping its smartphone development philosophy, \u201cFeel Logic\u201d, and one of its elements, \u201dFeel Creation\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Furthermore, the PlayStation Mobile Developer Program which includes the official version of PlayStation Mobile SDK will become available to the development community in November. This will be rolled-out in a phased manner in 11 countries and regions including Japan, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The PlayStation Mobile Developer Program will allow developers to easily distribute their content through PlayStation Store on a commercial basis and market their games to millions of dedicated gamers with PlayStation\u2122Certified devices and PlayStation Vita. The license agreement for the SDK is US$99 annually\u203b4.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCE will further accelerate the expansion of PlayStation Certified devices and continue to collaborate with content developers to drive the delivery of compelling entertainment experiences through PlayStation Mobile.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n About PlayStation\u00aeMobile<\/h3>\n

\n \"PlayStation\u00aeMobile<\/p>\n

PlayStation\u00aeMobile marries fun, engaging PlayStation-style gaming with the convenience of PlayStation\u2122Certified mobile devices and offers mobile users a superlative store navigation and purchase experience. It allows a wide range of developers to produce PlayStation-like game experiences in an easy, time-efficient development environment. PlayStation Mobile content is also compatible with PlayStation\u00aeVita.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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  • \u203b1<\/span>As of September 19, Android based PlayStation\u2122Certified devices and PlayStation\u00aeVita.<\/li>\n
  • \u203b2<\/span>Prices in Japan based on the information as of September 19.<\/li>\n
  • \u203b3<\/span>The license program to expand PlayStation Mobile, dedicated for portable hardware manufacturers. SCE will not only license logos but also provide necessary development support. As of September 19, 2012, the line-up of PlayStation\u2122Certified devices include the HTC One series of smartphones, HTC One\u2122 X, HTC One\u2122 S, and HTC One\u2122 V and Xperia\u2122 arc, Xperia\u2122 PLAY, Xperia\u2122 S, Xperia\u2122 ion, Xperia\u2122 acro S, Xperia\u2122 TX, Xperia\u2122 T, Xperia\u2122 V, Xperia\u2122 SL from Sony Mobile Communications AB, and “Sony Tablet” S, “Sony Tablet” P and Xperia\u2122 Tablet S from Sony Corporation. Model name may vary by region. Sales model may vary by area.<\/li>\n
  • \u203b4<\/span>The fee is for the US market. The fee differs by countries and regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/h4>\n

    Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develop and markets the PlayStation\u00ae2 (PS2\u00ae) computer entertainment system, the PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation\u00ae3 (PS3\u00ae) computer entertainment system and the PlayStation\u00aeVita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system. SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since they launched PlayStation in 1994. PS2\u00ae further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP\u00ae is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games with high-quality full-motion video and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3\u00ae is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors. PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context. SCEI also delivers the PlayStation\u00ae experience to open operating systems through PlayStation\u00aeSuite, a cross platform and cross device initiative. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division companies, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan and Sony Computer Entertainment Asia develops, publishes, markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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