Sony has announced an updated version of its PS Portal handheld device that includes built-in internal storage. The new black-coloured model is set to launch on 10 December 2026 and will cost ¥39,980, matching the price of the current iteration.
This revised PS Portal will be exclusive to the Japanese market and will feature region-locking that restricts use of the device to Japanese PlayStation Network accounts. Additionally, the system language can only be set to Japanese, similar to the region-specific PS5 consoles Sony sells in Japan.
The addition of internal storage marks a change in Sony’s hardware approach for the PS Portal, addressing a key limitation of the original model, which relied solely on streaming gameplay from a PS5 console without onboard storage capacity.
The new device’s release exclusively in Japan limits immediate global availability, though it remains significant for PlayStation users interested in streaming and portable options within that territory. Sony has not announced any plans to launch this hardware revision outside Japan.
Pricing remains consistent with the previous version, indicating no premium despite the onboard storage feature. This suggests Sony is positioning the device competitively for the Japanese market, where portable PlayStation-compatible hardware retains a dedicated audience.
The launch timeline confirming December 2026 availability allows consumers and retailers in Japan to prepare for the new PS Portal model ahead of the holiday season. No additional features or changes beyond internal storage and colour choice were disclosed in the announcement.
