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Sony Group Corporation is a Japan-based multinational technology and entertainment company with a patent portfolio spanning consumer electronics, imaging sensors, gaming systems, semiconductors, and digital media technologies. Its filings cover image processing, audio-visual systems, display technologies, gaming hardware, and software platforms across multiple global jurisdictions.
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Sony’s patents span 69 jurisdictions, with Japan accounting for the largest share.
Total Patents: 393,678
The portfolio is highly concentrated in Japan, followed by strong coverage in the United States and China. EP and WO filings indicate broad international patenting strategies.
The portfolio is concentrated in computing, networking, and consumer electronics technologies, supported by strong activity in software and semiconductors. Imaging technologies form a significant component, aligned with Sony’s sensor and device businesses.
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The citation network is densely interconnected with major electronics and semiconductor companies, reflecting strong cross-industry technological dependencies.
Sony exhibits substantial litigation activity, with significant involvement in patent enforcement and challenges across jurisdictions.
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The portfolio is predominantly internally developed, with limited reliance on external acquisitions.
Sony Group Corporation (Ticker: 6758.T / SONY) is a publicly traded company.
Sony Group Corporation
1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku
Tokyo 108-0075, Japan
Sony’s patent portfolio includes over 393,000 patents across 69 jurisdictions, with strong concentration in computing, networking, consumer electronics, and semiconductor technologies. The portfolio is primarily internally developed and reflects broad global coverage aligned with Sony’s technology and entertainment operations.
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Yes, Sony has filed patents describing solar-powered PlayStation controllers, integrating photovoltaic elements to enable passive charging. These are concept-stage filings, not confirmed commercial products.
Sony has patented multiple DualSense-related accessories, including modular add-ons and enhanced control features aimed at improving gameplay and customization.
Yes, Sony has explored patents for adaptive controllers featuring virtual or touch-based buttons, designed to improve accessibility and customizable control layouts.
Sony holds approximately 393,678 patents globally across 69 jurisdictions, spanning gaming, imaging, semiconductors, and consumer electronics.
Yes, Sony is a major contributor and co-developer of Blu-ray technology, holding significant patents related to optical storage and media formats.
Sony leveraged early transistor patents to create portable radios, which became one of its first major global commercial successes and helped establish its electronics business.
Sony has worked on advanced optical storage technologies beyond Blu-ray, including high-capacity archival discs, though no single widely adopted “next-gen” format has replaced Blu-ray yet.
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