Sony Could Be Working on a Holographic Display for Its PlayStation Consoles

A recently published patent reveals a holographic display system in development by Sony, which could possibly be utilized with video game consoles such as the PlayStation series. Multiple recent patent filings from Sony have focused on potential software applications, but this newest filing details a unique UI that could operate in tandem with a gaming console.

An undeniable powerhouse in the technology industry, Sony has firmly established itself as a leader in the video game sector with its PlayStation consoles, VR accessories, and software innovations. The company has consistently filed a number of patents in recent months, with the latest documents revealing unique developments in user interface.

According to the Sony patent, the company is currently working on a holographic interface, which could be implemented with a PlayStation console, that would allow users to experience 3D gaming, avatar companions, and unique interactions with game characters. The patent shows a screen display that can be utilized in a variety of ways, including 3D interaction, physical touch, and hand gestures. Users would be able to experience holographic projections featuring avatars, with these characters able to react to facial recognition and movement inputs. This would allow users to interact with the avatars in both a 2D and 3D space, with the characters able to notify the user of the time, incoming calls, and gaming updates. While this unique holographic interface and the multitude of other Sony software development patents may be exciting, there is no guarantee that this system or any of the others will ever be produced.

As detailed in the Sony holographic interface patent, this user interface would be capable of 3D projections that can respond to user input. For example, the user could wave and say hello to the character avatar on screen and ask the avatar for new messages or notifications. Users would also be able to interact with 3D holograms of the avatars on a device's home