➀ Astro Bot, the latest and greatest first-party exclusive from Sony, has become the fastest-selling platformer of the past decade, outpacing many of its contemporaries. ➁ Its launch sales in the UK were 21% better than the latest Ratchet and Clank title. ➂ Christopher Dring of Gamesindustry.biz states that Astro Bot is the fastest selling original platform game outside of Mario from the last 10 years.

➀ Astro Bot, the latest first-party exclusive from Sony, has surpassed the sales of iconic PlayStation mascot Ratchet and Clank in its first week of launch in the UK; ➁ Despite being a relatively new IP, Astro Bot's success is notable, especially considering the long-standing history of Ratchet and Clank; ➂ The initial sales figures are specific to the UK, and the global comparison with Ratchet and Clank's 4 million sales in the first two years will be interesting to observe.

➀ Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro is confirmed with a November 5 release date; ➁ The new console will cost $699.99 and feature a larger GPU; ➂ Sony's PSSR Upscaling technology aims to improve image quality.

➀ Sony's PlayStation Accessories app allows PC gamers to customize the DualSense Edge controller for PS5 on Windows. ➁ Features include button assignments, stick sensitivity, and trigger adjustments. ➂ PlayStation's move into PC gaming continues, though games are not released simultaneously on both platforms.

1. Developers at Gamescom were openly discussing the imminent PlayStation 5 Pro, sharing technical details and expectations. 2. Leaks suggest a 45% increase in rendering and a 2-3x boost in ray tracing capabilities. 3. Sony is developing its own upscaling technology, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), to enhance the gaming experience.

1. Several 4K TV deals under $1000 are highlighted, including a 75-inch Sony X85K for $998 at Amazon and $999.99 at Best Buy. 2. A 55-inch Samsung QN90C Neo QLED mini LED TV is available for $899.99 at Best Buy. 3. A 48-inch LG B4 series OLED TV is on sale for $799.99 at Best Buy.

❶ King Charles III packed the fifty millionth Raspberry Pi during his visit to Sony's UK Technology Center in Pencoed, Wales. ❷ The visit coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Pencoed site, originally a Trinitron television factory, which later shifted to producing Raspberry Pi computers. ❸ The King reviewed older Raspberry Pi models and was presented with a special edition Raspberry Pi 5 in a gold box, marking a significant milestone for Sony.

1. PlayStation will participate in the Tokyo Game Show, marking Sony's first appearance since 2019; 2. Sony is listed under the 'indie game area' and 'family game area', suggesting limited first-party studio activity; 3. It remains unclear if Sony will make major announcements or hold another State of Play in September.

1. Sony is advancing towards a 50% market share in the CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) market, which is projected to grow from $21.8 billion in 2023 to $28.6 billion in 2029. 2. The automotive image sensor market is expected to grow significantly, driven by increased camera implementation and high-resolution sensor adoption. 3. Amid economic conflicts and market slowdowns, Chinese CIS companies are shifting focus to higher-value markets like automotive and industrial sectors.

1. Sony's IMX500 image sensors were used in smart city trials in Rome to optimize traffic and public transportation. 2. The company's camera SDKs have enabled remote and seamless quality checks in the automotive industry. 3. Sony's AI-based technologies, including in-camera signing, are being used to prevent identity fraud.