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Sony Is Skipping CES In 2027 As It Focuses More On Entertainment

Sony confirmed it will not exhibit at the Consumer Electronics Show in January 2027, ending a presence that dates back to the first show in 1967. A company spokesperson told Bloomberg that neither Sony nor its affiliates plan to show products at the event. The company is shifting its strategy to focus more on entertainment and technology for creators while placing less emphasis on consumer devices. This decision follows the end of Sony's electric vehicle venture with Honda.

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  • ✓ Sony will not exhibit at CES 2027.
  • ✓ Sony has attended the Consumer Electronics Show for 60 years, starting with the first event in 1967.
  • ✓ A Sony spokesperson stated that neither the company nor its affiliates plan to exhibit at the January event.
  • ✓ Sony is shifting its focus toward entertainment and away from consumer devices.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 16 independent reporting domains (100% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

Sony confirmed its total absence from CES 2027 and revealed the move follows the collapse of its Honda EV venture.

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  1. Sony to skip CES 2027 after 60 years of attendance

    Sony confirmed it will not exhibit at the Consumer Electronics Show in January 2027, ending a presence that dates back to the first show in 1967. A company spokesperson told Bloomberg that neither Sony nor its affiliates plan to show products at the event. The company is shifting its strategy to focus more on entertainment and technology for creators while placing less emphasis on consumer devices. This decision follows the end of Sony's electric vehicle venture with Honda.

    Why it matters

    CES has historically served as a venue for Sony to debut major hardware, including the PSVR2 and the PS5 logo. The withdrawal signals a broader pivot away from traditional consumer electronics trade shows.

    What is confirmed

    • Sony will not exhibit at CES 2027.
    • Sony has attended the Consumer Electronics Show for 60 years, starting with the first event in 1967.
    • A Sony spokesperson stated that neither the company nor its affiliates plan to exhibit at the January event.
    • Sony is shifting its focus toward entertainment and away from consumer devices.
    • The company did not have its own booth at CES 2026.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The absence from CES 2027 may delay the reveal of the PlayStation 6.

    What to watch next

    • Official announcement of PlayStation 6 hardware
    Sources used for this update (16)
    1. www.playstation.com — PlayStation® Official Site: Consoles, Games, Accessories & More
    2. Engadget — Sony Is Skipping CES In 2027 As It Focuses More On Entertainment
    3. Bloomberg.com — Sony to Skip CES Show After Honda EV Venture Dropped
    4. Nikkei Asia — Sony Group to skip 2027 CES trade show after 6 decades
    5. Media Play News — Sony Skipping 2027 CES Trade Show After 60 Years
    6. TheDesk.net — Sony ends participation in Consumer Electronics Show
    7. www.sony.co.jp — Sony Corporation - Home
    8. www.engadget.com — Sony Is Skipping CES In 2027 As It Focuses More On Entertainment
    9. beebom.com — PS6 Reveal May Not Happen Next Year After Sony Skips CES 2027
    10. wccftech.com — Sony Pulls Out of CES 2027, and PlayStation Fans May Lose a Window Into Next-Gen PlayStation 6 Hardware P....
    11. www.gamesradar.com — For the first time in 60 years, Sony will skip the huge convention it once used to reveal the PS5 logo be....
    12. www.lowyat.net — Sony To Skip CES 2027 After Nearly 60 Years Of Attendance - Lowyat.NET
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