Rumor: Sony Ericsson planning motion-sensitive gaming phone
by Ludwig Kietzmann 
{ Sep 7th 2007 at 6:35PM }
Though the phone company has previously stated that it's "obviously" looking into the production of a PlayStation-branded gaming phone, a new online report suggests that Sony Ericsson's future offerings may arrive sans the letters "PSP." Previously, SE's Peter Ahnegard stated that a PlayStation-branded phone would only be considered if it was "recognised as a true continuation of that brand of products." Mobile news site, Mobile Entertainment, asserts that a phone equipped with a "games-oriented user interface" and motion-sensing technology is due to be unveiled by Sony Ericsson in February. It "will not be PSP branded," it explicitly notes. While Sony's intention to move into a market notably occupied by talkative tacos has hardly been conspicuous, details of possible configurations have been (and still are) the source of much speculation. Adding a motion-sensitive mechanic to phony games would certainly help resolve some of the perceived control issues, but would inevitably result in one too many of those tilting "get the ball into the hole" titles. And if this pans out, expect plenty of golf games too.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
hvnlysoldr @ Sep 7th 2007 6:40PM
Not only are they stealing from Nintendo again, they're stealing from the Japanese phones that already do this.
Evan @ Sep 7th 2007 7:12PM
Yes, NTT DoCoMo (Japan's largest cell phone company) which already offers over 20 cell-phone games that use motion control.
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 7:18PM
Sony is a Japanese company.
ark_v2 @ Sep 7th 2007 8:20PM
Stealing from nintendo...O.M.G
I didn't know motion sensing owned to nintendo or any cellphone manufacturer. Oh yeah, and BTW, sony, believe it or not, is japanese ;)
Jon @ Sep 8th 2007 4:09AM
Motion sensing exists before Nintendo. MP3 player exists before Apple. Touchscreen exists before Nintendo. Phones with them exist before Apple. Sony handheld with touchscreens capable of playing games exist before DS.
Jack @ Sep 7th 2007 6:46PM
How stupid is wagging a phone around to play a game on it?
hvnlysoldr @ Sep 7th 2007 6:51PM
The worst part is that you're flipping the screen so you can't even tell if your flailing is doing anything.
mr nimblewick @ Sep 7th 2007 6:50PM
What I get from this is they are making an iPhone clone, using a touchscreen and motion sensor for gaming, and it won't be playstation branded to justify not having UMDs.
blooh @ Sep 7th 2007 6:53PM
so it's like a DS mixed with iphone
haha sony, those cards
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 7:18PM
Wouldn't it be more of a DS-PSP-N-Gage mix?
ThornedVenom @ Sep 7th 2007 11:58PM
They're not trying to copy the iPhone, they're trying to copy the Ngage! =P
Fernando Rocker @ Sep 7th 2007 6:53PM
Really... I dont know what else to say...
Sony miss the road. The only thing that Sony can do now is pray.
Noshino @ Sep 7th 2007 7:10PM
Nothing to say? Say "great"...
Sony Ericsson, pretty much most if not all of their mobiles have been heavily praised, they are quite responsive, good looking...
...oh, and also the reviews of the GoW for mobiles was quite good :)
TheGuy @ Sep 7th 2007 7:35PM
Can't give-up any opportunity to attack Sony can you Fernando?
As for this story, it wouldn't surprise me. Sony has stated in the past it's been interested in developing mobile games, and events like this and the new God of War cell phone game further cement those rumors. I also have a Sony Ericsson phone, and I can honestly say it's really good (the battery life is fantastic).
Donald @ Sep 7th 2007 7:04PM
Dear Sony Ericsson:
You're the one branch of the juggernaut I can stomach. Quit doing it wrong or you never get my business again.
Regards,
me
Shagittarius @ Sep 7th 2007 7:06PM
Newest excuse for not answering a call you don't want, "It wasn't recognizing my answer waggle".
colin @ Sep 7th 2007 7:07PM
I can't wait for lair mobile.
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 7:15PM
Old news,
My fiancee has had this Samsung phone for a year now. You can tilt it to get through the levels of certain games and shake it to play music or beatbox.
http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk/samsung-e760.htm
Fernando Rocker @ Sep 7th 2007 7:17PM
Hey Kye... I been doing some very good work at the NDF lately. I think I deserve a better position. I dont like the Wind ring.
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 7:28PM
Fernando,
I have notice your excellent work. Your ever-present contributions and steadfast commitment are an inspiration to your peers.
I feel disappointed that you do not like the Wiind ring. However, Fire and Earth are in too much demand at the moment to be transferred on short notice. Have you ever considered the Heart ring. Knowing what trolls are thinking can be a valuable asset when flaming/defending.
Here's what I'll do for you; Jody A. and I will have a meeting to discuss a new permanent rank for you. I'm sure he'll agree you need to be promoted.
For now I can give you a nice new pair of wii remote & Nunchuk... nunchuks. The keys to the NDF Green Nintentron Lion. An acting Lieutenant rank in the NDF and an official NDF coffee mug.
Keep Defending.
Kye
Fernando Rocker @ Sep 7th 2007 7:32PM
Ok... meanwhile, I will keep defending with honor the legacy of Nintendo. And I will wear the Wind ring with pride until I get a better position.
hvnlysoldr @ Sep 7th 2007 7:35PM
Sorry Fernando I am the current bearer of the Wind ring. It's always good to keep cool in the summer. Not that I'm abusing it or anything...
Fernando Rocker @ Sep 7th 2007 7:37PM
So, what ring am I wearing? Im one of the most active NDF members.
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 8:39PM
Ok guys, heres how I writ it down (yes I actually did write it down) some months ago:
Supreme Commander JodyAnthony (did we vote on this? anyways; fire ring)
Nintendo Fanbot (faithful mysterious helper)
Fatass of Kickassness (really, him!? joking, blue lion)
Fernando Rocker (aka wiiind ring)
Summercamp (yellow lion)
Keif (master of the wii remote-nunchuk... nunchuks)
Kye (earth ring and black lion - yes i get two)
Rubang B (green lion and master of the sensor bar grapling hook)
Silky Love (red lion)
Ken (water ring)
*end*
Hvnlysoldr, this was shortly before you joined. The Wiind ring is actually Fernando's. However as Ken has been absent for some time now I would suggest this:
fernando, you take the Water ring for now since you're tired of the Wiind ring, and hvnly, you have the Wiind ring.
Hvnly, as a thanx for the avatar, you can take possesion of the Yellow lion as well. You are also an acting Lieutenant.
I'll just have to re-shuffle summercamp, Rubang and Ken.
ThornedVenom @ Sep 8th 2007 12:01AM
My gawd, the Joystiq NDF organization is FOR REALZ. XD
Geeks for life!
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 7:31PM
"...a PlayStation-branded phone would only be considered if it was "recognised as a true continuation of that brand of products." "
So can we expect bad hardware, over-hyped promises and never-ending lies?
Neebs @ Sep 7th 2007 7:35PM
And an unnecessary proprietary format for everything from contacts to ringtones?
TheGuy @ Sep 7th 2007 7:38PM
"So can we expect bad hardware, over-hyped promises and never-ending lies?"
Hmm...I can give you over-hyped promises, but I have to disagree with bad hardware and partially agree with never-ending lies.
Melting_Snowman @ Sep 7th 2007 7:43PM
Combine motion controls with sidetalking, and you'll get a device that will make you look ridiculous while talking *and* gaming.
Kye @ Sep 7th 2007 8:52PM
OK here's the new line-up:
Jody Anthony (Fiire ring & Yellow Lion)
Kye (Black Lion & Earth ring)
Nintendo Fanbot (Power/weapon unknown...[there has to be one mysterious guy])
Rubang B (Sensor bar grapling hook, bearer of the Zapper Gun and Wii remote light sabre)
Fernando Rocker (Water ring, Green Lion & nunchuks)
Silky Love (Red Lion)
Hvnlysoldr (Blue Lion & Wiind ring)
Fatass, SummerCamp & Ken on leave of absence.
Heart Ring to be re-issued.
Other weapons in storage.
ThornedVenom @ Sep 8th 2007 12:02AM
Does the NDF include the DS in your objectives?
Kree @ Sep 8th 2007 12:27AM
Can I be the token plucky sidekick? The kind with no discernible talent yet somehow an essential part of a well-balanced team?
hvnlysoldr @ Sep 8th 2007 1:40AM
Thanks for reorganizing. I shall make Reggie proud.
Kye @ Sep 8th 2007 6:17AM
Yes we defend the DS as well, although it doesn't need it often at all [see sales charts]
Kree, welcome to the Force. You can have the heart ring. You now have the power to read minds and speak to animals etc. I would warn you again trying to read the mind of certain trolls though. last guy would did that- his I.Q. dropped 100 points :(
Edge @ Sep 9th 2007 10:55PM
Sorry, but the only motion Sony is making these days is a digging motion.
No trolling. Just saying that Lair proved that Sony has no f***ing clue when it comes to motion control. They HAVE to do it better than Wii... or not at all. THAT is what the market demands.