Sony has unveiled exciting news for gaming enthusiasts in Southeast Asia with the upcoming launch of the PlayStation Portal, the company's innovative PS remote player.
PlayStation Portal Launching Soon in Southeast Asia Following Wi-Fi Connectivity Fix
Pre-Orders Begin August 5
Sony has officially announced the launch details for the PlayStation Portal in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. The device will first be available in Singapore on September 4, 2024, with subsequent releases in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand on October 9, 2024. Pre-orders will kick off on August 5, 2024, across these regions.
PlayStation Portal Prices
| Country | Price |
|---|---|
| Singapore | SGD 295.90 |
| Malaysia | MYR 999 |
| Indonesia | IDR 3,599,000 |
| Thailand | THB 7,790 |
The PlayStation Portal will be priced at SGD 295.90 in Singapore, MYR 999 in Malaysia, IDR 3,599,000 in Indonesia, and THB 7,790 in Thailand. This handheld device is designed to allow gamers to play and stream PlayStation games remotely.
Originally known as Project Q, the PlayStation Portal features an 8-inch LCD screen with a full HD 1080p display, capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 60 frames per second (fps). It integrates key features of the DualSense wireless controller, including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback, offering an authentic PS5 gaming experience in a portable format.
"PlayStation Portal is the ideal solution for gamers in households where sharing a living room TV is common or for those who wish to enjoy PS5 games in different rooms," Sony stated in their announcement regarding the Southeast Asian launch. "The device connects to your PS5 over Wi-Fi, allowing for a seamless transition from your console to your PlayStation Portal."
Sony Improves Wi-Fi Connectivity for Remote Play
[1] screenshot taken from Reddit The PlayStation Portal's ability to connect to a user's PS5 console via Wi-Fi enables a smooth switch between playing on a TV and in handheld mode. While this feature is highly appealing, initial user reports highlighted connectivity issues. Sony requires a minimum broadband internet speed of 5Mbps for optimal use of the PlayStation Portal Remote Player.
In response to these concerns, Sony recently rolled out a major update, allowing the PlayStation Portal to connect to public Wi-Fi networks. Previously limited to slower 2.4GHz bands, the device now supports certain 5GHz networks following the release of Update 3.0.1.
Feedback from users on social media has been overwhelmingly positive, with many reporting improved and more stable connections. One user noted, "I’m the biggest portal hater, but mine is playing much better so far," indicating a significant enhancement in performance post-update.
