Sony Accelerates Revitalization of Electronics Business by Enhancing User Experiences with New Product Offensive

Sony Accelerates Revitalization of Electronics Business by Enhancing User Experiences with New Product Offensive PR Newswire BERLIN, August 29, 2012 BERLIN, August 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Corporation's President and Chief Executive Officer Kazuo Hirai unveils an array of Xperia smartphones, a new Xperia-branded Tablet, VAIO PC, Wi-Fi camera, NFC-enabled audio devices, new applications,new musical partnership, a Book of Spells and a showstopping 84-inch BRAVIA 4K TV at IFA 2012 Sony Corporation ("Sony") today unveiled a portfolio of advanced next-generation products which will help accelerate the revitalisation of the electronics business. Kazuo Hirai, Sony Corporation's new President and Chief Executive Officer, speaking at Sony Europe's press conference at the IFA electronics show in Berlin, launched a range of compelling products - each emphasizing Sony's stated strategic focus on Mobile, Digital Imaging and Gaming. "This is an extraordinary company going through extraordinary times. It forces us to confront difficult realities and make hard business decisions. We must look at ourselves honestly and hold true to the values and purpose of Sony. I am determined to do this with a laser-like focus, speed and execution," said Hirai, "The products I unveil today will show Sony's long-standing ambition to deliver what customers value…a simpler, easier, more entertaining and user-friendly experience.