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Globally acclaimed sitcom ‘Community’ now live on SonyLIV
MUMBAI: Looking for a new show to add to your watchlist, this monsoon? How about a sitcom that will tickle your funny bone and get you on a binge-watch spree? SonyLIV, India’s first premium video on demand (VOD) platform brings you 6 seasons of the cult American comedy series -Community. Rated 8.5 on IMDb, Community is created by Dan Harmon and boasts of a reputed star cast that includes Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown, Alison Brie amongst others.
One of the most critically acclaimed shows in sitcom history, Community revolves around the story of Jeff Winger (played by Joel McHale), who is suspended from his law firm when the truth about his fake degree is discovered. Left with no other choice, he gets himself enrolled into a community college to earn a legitimate degree. As he reluctantly becomes the leader of a group of misfits, what follows is a roller coaster ride of drama, humour and action.
While Community is sure to leave you in splits, SonyLIV amplifies the visual treat for its viewers with a host of other English shows such as LA’s Finest, A Discovery of Witches, Britannia, Riviera season 1 and 2, Into the Dark that brings together a perfect combination of thriller, suspense, romance, and much more. These shows are available for viewing with a subscription fee of Rs 99/- per month and Rs 499/- per year.
So grab a tub of popcorn and start streaming Community only on SonyLIV.
Gaming
Sony raises PS5 prices for second time in under a year
US disc edition jumps $100 to $649.99 as memory costs surge.
MUMBAI: Sony just hit the pause button on affordable gaming because when memory prices skyrocket, even the Playstation has to pay the premium. Sony has announced its second price increase for the Playstation 5 range in less than a year, citing pressures in the global economic landscape and a sharp rise in memory component costs driven by AI demand.
In the US, the PS5 disc edition will rise from $549.99 to $649.99, a $100 hike while the digital edition increases to $599.99. The more powerful PS5 Pro will jump $150 to $899.99. The Playstation Portal remote player will also rise by $50 to $249.99. The new prices take effect on 2 April 2026.
Similar increases have been applied in the UK (£90 per model), Europe and Japan. Sony last raised PS5 prices in the US in August 2025.
“We know that price changes impact our community, and after careful evaluation, we found this was a necessary step to ensure we can continue delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences to players worldwide,” Sony said in a blog post.
The hikes come amid an unprecedented surge in memory prices, as manufacturers prioritise supply for AI data centres. Analysts say Sony had likely secured price protections for components that have now expired, forcing the company to protect its hardware margins.
Ampere Analysis research director of games Piers Harding-Rolls told CNBC that further increases from Microsoft and Nintendo would not be surprising, though Nintendo may hesitate to raise the price of its recently launched Switch 2 while establishing the new platform.
The increases arrive eight months before the highly anticipated release of GTA 6, which is expected to drive strong console sales. However, early reactions online have been a mix of disappointment and resignation, with growing concern that premium gaming is increasingly becoming a hobby for higher-income players.
In a sector already grappling with tariffs, inflation and component shortages, Sony’s move underscores a tough reality: even the most popular consoles are not immune to the rising cost of keeping up with the latest technology.
