Sony PS4 is a home video game console developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was announced as the successor to the PlayStation 3 in February 2013 and was launched on November 15, 2013, in North America, November 29, 2013, in Europe, South America, and Australia, and on February 22, 2014, in Japan. As a console of the eighth generation, it competes with Microsoft’s Xbox One and Nintendo’s Wii U and Switch.
Key Features:
AMD Accelerated Processing Unit (APU): The PS4 features an AMD APU built upon the x86-64 architecture, which can theoretically peak at 1.84 teraflops, making it a powerful gaming platform.
Social Interaction and Integration: The console places an increased emphasis on social interaction and integration with other devices and services, including Remote Play and Share Play.
Redesigned Controller: The console’s controller was redesigned and improved over the PlayStation 3, featuring improved buttons, analog sticks, and an integrated touchpad among other changes.
High-Dynamic-Range (HDR) Video: The PS4 supports HDR10 high-dynamic-range video, providing enhanced contrast and color for a more immersive gaming and multimedia experience.
The Sony PS4 has been acclaimed for its powerful hardware, social integration features, redesigned controller, support for HDR video, and the introduction of the PlayStation 4 Slim and PlayStation 4 Pro models. It has been well-received by critics and consumers alike, solidifying its position as one of the most successful home game consoles in history.
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