Sony is launching a new PlayStation Portal model with built-in storage, but it comes with a catch
Sony is launching a new version of the PlayStation Portal in Japan that includes internal storage, though its specific purpose remains unconfirmed. The device retains the streaming-focused nature of the original model.
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The addition of storage to a streaming-only device suggests potential future shifts in Sony's handheld gaming strategy.
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According to the official PlayStation Japan blog , the new device is called the PlayStation Portal Player, and it will launch on December 10, 2026, for ¥39,980 (approximately $252). This is the same price as the existing model in Japan, meaning buyers won’t have to pay extra for the updated version.
The biggest change is obviously the addition of internal storage. However, Sony hasn’t revealed how much storage the new Portal includes or what exactly players will be able to do with it.
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