Sony's PS5 Slim Requires Internet Connection for Disc Drive

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Sony has released a new version of the PlayStation 5, known as the PS5 Slim.
The PS5 Slim comes with a detachable disc drive that requires an internet connection to pair with the console.

Sony has released a new version of its PlayStation 5, known as the PS5 Slim. This new model comes with a unique feature: a detachable disc drive. However, this disc drive requires an internet connection to pair it with the console. This requirement has been confirmed by multiple sources, including Gizmodo, Kotaku, IGN, Video Games Chronicle, and Siliconera. The disc drive is optional, meaning that users can choose whether or not to use it. However, if they do decide to use it, they will need to have an internet connection to do so. This is a departure from previous PlayStation models, which did not require an internet connection for disc drive usage. The reason for this requirement has not been explicitly stated by Sony, but it could be related to the company's efforts to combat piracy and ensure that only legitimate discs are used with the console. The PS5 Slim is otherwise similar to the standard PS5 in terms of its specifications and capabilities.

Confidence

95%

Doubts
  • The exact reason for the internet requirement for the disc drive is not explicitly stated by Sony.

Sources

94%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The New Slim PS5 Requires Internet Connection

Gizmodo Tuesday, 15 March 2022 12:00
  • Unique Points
    • The article provides a detailed explanation of why the new PS5 Slim requires an internet connection.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (80%)
    • Gizmodo is owned by G/O Media, which is owned by Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm. This could potentially influence the site's content and coverage.
    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication

    94%

    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

    A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

    Sony PlayStation PS5 Detachable Disc Drive

    Kotaku Luke Plunkett Tuesday, 15 March 2022 11:30
    • Unique Points
      • The article provides a unique perspective on the detachable disc drive feature of the new PS5 Slim.
    • Accuracy
      No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
    • Deception (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Fallacies (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Bias (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (80%)
      • Kotaku is also owned by G/O Media, which is owned by Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm. This could potentially influence the site's content and coverage.
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      93%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

      A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

      PS5 Slim's Optional Disc Drive Needs to Connect to the Internet to Pair It to a Console

      IGN Comics Reporting Site Adam Bankhurst Tuesday, 15 March 2022 11:00
      • Unique Points
        • The article provides a unique analysis of the implications of the PS5 Slim's internet requirement for the disc drive.
      • Accuracy
        No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
      • Deception (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Fallacies (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Bias (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (75%)
        • IGN is owned by Ziff Davis, a subsidiary of J2 Global. Ziff Davis also owns Mashable, PCMag, and AskMen. This network of ownership could potentially influence the site's content and coverage.
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        98%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

        A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

        The New PS5's Optional Disc Drive Requires an Internet Connection to Connect

        Video Games Chronicle Tuesday, 15 March 2022 10:30
        • Unique Points
          • The article provides a unique perspective on the new PS5's disc drive internet requirement.
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Fallacies (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        98%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

        A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

        PS5 Slim Disc Drive Will Require an Internet Connection

        Siliconera Jenni Lada Tuesday, 15 March 2022 10:00
        • Unique Points
          • The article provides a unique analysis of the PS5 Slim's disc drive internet requirement.
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Fallacies (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication