Sony has plans to launch a live TV and on-demand streaming service for PlayStation 4. The cloud-based platform will allow PS4 users to watch live television and purchase a range of video content via their consoles.
“We’re trying to resolve one of the biggest hurdles, which is watching live TV and streaming content on different devices,” said Sony CEO Kaz Hirai at a recent press conference. Hirai also noted that the company is “not trying to compete with the cable operators”.
“Everybody’s been talking about it, I don’t think anyone has been able to do it,” said Hirai. “We’re offering live TV and we’re combining it with other video services. We don’t set out to do this and say we’re going to compete with cable companies.”
Sony expects to launch the new service in the US this year. Pricing and availability in other territories has yet to be confirmed by the company.
