More tidbits are emerging from the aftermath of Sony's Tokyo Game Show, including some details on PlayStation 4 functions and on Xbox game upgrades, as well as hints about streaming capabilities to come.
PlayStation 4 details
I mentioned earlier that there would be iOS and Android companion apps for the PlayStation 4. I didn't mention when these apps would arrive. We're now being told they'll be out in November. I'm guessing not at launch, or Sony would've said they'd be available at launch.
Some time ago, word started making the rounds that you wouldn't be able to record gameplay (on an external device) from the PlayStation 4 due to high-bandwidth digital content protection (HDCP). This report probably originated from the fact that on the PS3 you can't record gameplay via HDMI, but the PS3 has alternate outputs. The PS4 only has an HDMI port.
In any event, though it seems to have initially been lost in translation (literally), Sony debunked this report during its press conference, and Polygon later followed up to confirm. You will be able to record gameplay via the HDMI port on the PS4. Of course you'll also have access to sharing from the device itself via the dedicated Share button. (In case you're wondering, Microsoft confirmed early on that you'll be able to record games via the HDMI port on the Xbox One.)
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