Playstation3 uses will soon have access to a service which combines aspects of Google Maps and the Wii’s news and weather channels, it has been announced.
The Life With PlayStation service will begin with real-time, location-relevant news and offer more features in future, reports Next Gen.
According to the news provider Kaz Hirai, chief executive officer of Sony Computer Entertainment, believes that only the PS3 can offer such a "unique experience".
He is quoted by the website as saying: "Life with PlayStation proposes a new lifestyle for PS3.
"As many people turn on their TVs in the morning when they wake up, users can use their PS3 to download worldwide news in real-time or check weather and temperature of travel destinations."
Yesterday, the Guardian described PS3 game Metal Gear Solid 4 as "a modern epic with looks to die for".
According to the newspaper, the latest instalment in the series ties up many of the lose ends of previous games.
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