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Sony to tap network to offer TV apps

By Robin Harding in Tokyo

Published: November 20 2009 02:00 | Last updated: November 20 2009 02:00

Sony will create "evolving TVs" and other devices that can download and run third-party applications as part of its strategy to stand out from competitors.

Sony devices, from TVs to smartphones, will be able to download applications, video and music via a new Sony Online Service, which will use the existing server infrastructure, billing and login systems of its videogaming PlayStation Network . In essence, Sony is promising televisions with an iPhone-style "app store".

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