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Sony Unknown Facts
Sony, the Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation, is one of the world’s biggest companies. Founded in 1946, the Company invented many modern devices which became cult favorites. Here are some unknown facts about this giant corporation.
Unknown facts about Sony
1) The Company was founded as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo (TTK) by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita during the beginning of World War II. However, the Company changed its name to Sony after 12 years after Akio Morita’s visit to the United States, when he discovered westerners had trouble pronouncing the Company’s name.
2) Sony once invented a rice cooker which was a massive failure and sold less than 100 units. It quickly developed a reputation for making undercooked rice or burning the rice altogether.
3) Sony produces devices exclusively for prison inmates. One such example is the Walkman SRF-39FP. The walkman has a see through case which prevents prison inmates from hiding anything inside the device.
4) A camcorder released by Sony in 1998 caused quite some controversy. The camcorder was equipped with a night vision mode which could see through dark clothes due to infrared light. The Company realized its mistake too late and had to recall the product despite selling almost 700,000 units.
5) The uniform of Sony’s employees is designed by Issey Miyake, a famous Japanese fashion designer known for his technology driven clothes. Issey Miyake is also the person behind designing the signature black turtlenecks worn by Steve Jobs.
6) The Company started producing pocket radios in the late 1950s and claimed it was the world’s smallest radio. However, a problem which the Company faced was the radios were too big to fit in shirt pockets. Sony, in order to stay true to its claim, custom made shirts with larger pockets for its salesmen, to make the radios look pocketable.
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Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air with M5 chip, starting at $999 for 13-inch and $1,299 for 15-inch models. The MacBook Air M5 boasts a 2nm M5 chip with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 50 TOPS Neural Engine for seamless AI tasks like real-time translation and 8K editing. Up to 22 hours of battery life, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 make it the ultimate ultraportable, now 10% thinner at 0.44 inches with fanless cooling.
Key MacBook Air M5 features include Liquid Retina XDR display (500 nits, nano-texture option), 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker Spatial Audio. Colors like new Sky Blue join Midnight and Starlight. Pre-orders are live today, with macOS Sequoia 15.4 enhancing Apple Intelligence and iPhone Continuity for students, pros, and remote workers.
Why buy MacBook Air M5 now? It outpaces Snapdragon X Elite rivals with ecosystem magic and future-proof performance, eyeing top 2026 laptop sales. CEO Tim Cook calls it “more capable than ever.” Visit apple.com for M5 MacBook deals and specs.
Delhi NCR-based gaming startup Zupee has acquired Mumbai-based microdrama platform Vertical TV in a deal valued under INR 40 Cr. This move strengthens Zupee Studio, its short-video arm launched in September 2025, by integrating Vertical TV’s expertise in bite-sized dramas like romance and thrillers.
Facing challenges from India’s 2025 real-money gaming ban, Zupee valued at $1 Bn after raising $120 Mn has pivoted to non-gaming content, including recent layoffs of 40% of its workforce. The acquisition builds on its November 2025 purchase of Australian AI firm Nucanon for interactive storytelling, targeting its 200 Mn+ users with engaging, mobile-first formats.
This deal underscores the rising microdrama trend in India, helping Zupee diversify amid regulatory pressures and compete in the short-video space dominated by quick, shareable content for on-the-go audiences.
T.N. Seshan’s name stands tall in India’s history as the man who transformed the nation’s electoral system with extraordinary courage and integrity. Born in 1932 in Kerala, Seshan grew up with values of discipline, education, and service to the nation — virtues that shaped his illustrious journey. From his early brilliance at Madras Christian College to his advanced studies in public administration at Harvard University, Seshan’s path reflected rare determination and intellect. Joining the Indian Administrative Service in 1955, he built a reputation as a no‑nonsense officer committed to efficiency and honesty, serving in key roles such as Secretary of Defense and overseeing vital national programs.
As the Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1990, T.N. Seshan sparked a new era of electoral integrity. In a system once marred by corruption, violence, and malpractice, Seshan brought order, fear, and respect through his groundbreaking reforms. He introduced voter ID cards, imposed strict spending limits on campaigns, and insisted on transparency at every level of the election process. Despite criticism from political circles that labeled him dictatorial, his relentless pursuit of fairness empowered every citizen to vote fearlessly. Under his leadership, the Election Commission became a symbol of strength and integrity in Indian democracy.
Seshan’s passing in November 2019 marked the end of an era, but his message continues to resonate across generations. Leaders from every corner of the country mourned the loss of the man who restored faith in free and fair elections. His enduring legacy reminds us that true leadership lies not in wielding power, but in serving people with honesty, courage, and conviction. T.N. Seshan’s life remains a timeless inspiration a reminder that democracy thrives only when its citizens are vigilant, responsible, and fearless.
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