Sony Electronics Announces InZone Display and Spatial Gaming Headset for PC and PS5

Sony Electronics has announced a new family of InZone gaming monitors and gaming headsets for both PC and PlayStation 5.

InZone is a new brand launched by Sony for gaming peripherals. It differs from the PlayStation in that it was developed by Sony Electronics with a primary focus on PC gamers.

However, these new products also have features aimed at PS5 users. Still, the InZone brand is primarily aimed at PC gamers. Sony said the gaming market is growing rapidly and market researcher Omdia expects it to grow steadily until 2023.

The monitor focuses on fast-paced first-person shooters. Sony has announced the InZone M9, a monitor with a 27-inch diagonal screen and 4K resolution that operates at 144Hz. It has an IPS1msGtG (gray to gray), variable refresh rate, or VRR (HDMI 2.1) and is a G-. Synchronization is supported. There are also some PS5 specific features such as automatic KVM switch / USB-C (DP Alt mode). Sold for $ 899, it will debut this summer.

Sony also has a 27-inch full HD monitor called the InZone M3. It operates at 240 Hz, has IPS 1ms GtG, VRR, and is compatible with G-Sync. And it has the same PS5 features. Sold for $ 529 and will arrive this winter. Both monitors support HDR.

The monitor also has a full-array local dimming feature that illuminates where it’s needed, increasing the depth of shadows and highlights. The idea is that you will be able to find enemies lurking in the dark and discover objects with clearer brightness.

On the M9, the display is Display HDR certified with a brightness of 600 nits.

When it comes to controls, Sony says the PC software InZone Hub uses PC software for OSD menu controls to help layers quickly and easily adjust monitor settings with just a few mouse clicks. Said.

You can assign specific headset image modes and sound profiles to individual PC applications such as games. You can control the brightness and contrast of the FPS game image mode, track the elapsed time of the game, and use the frame rate counter to show how smoothly the game is running.

For PS5, the console automatically recognizes the InZone monitor during setup and optimizes HDR settings so you can see the details and colors of the brightest and darkest parts of the screen in high-contrast scenes.

The InZone Gaming Monitor will automatically switch to Game1 mode when gaming. This minimizes input delay and improves the responsiveness of the action. Cinema mode is available when watching movies via streaming services or from PS5 Blu-ray discs. This shifts the focus to image processing and provides a more expressive image.

InZone headphones

Sonyalsh has three new gaming headphones. They include the $ 300 H9 with digital noise canceling, soft-fit leather, wireless and Bluetooth settings. It has a 32 hour battery life and a wireless USB adapter.

The H7 is priced at $ 229 and features a wireless USB adapter. It lasts 40 hours and has wireless and Bluetooth settings. The H3 is priced at $ 99 and features a 3.5mm jack and a wired USB adapter.

All three headsets have a personalized spatial sound field and a comfortable fit. Headphones are designed to accurately detect spatial sounds, so you can hear enemies walking behind you in the game.

According to Sony, the 360 ​​Spatial Sound Personalizer can analyze the shape of your ears and adapt your 3D sound. A cushion is attached to the top of the headset band, so it fits comfortably not only on the head but also on the ears. I hope you will be able to play the game for hours at a time.

You can also use the headset to make calls, voice chat, and play music on your smartphone while playing games. For PS5, it works with Tempest 3D audio technology.