Sony launches a new PlayStation Portal model, but only in Japan

Sony is releasing a new version of its PlayStation Portal handheld, but it's for Japan only, per Polygon. The device will come in Midnight Black and have internal storage, a feature not found in the current global model.

The addition of a hard drive might hint at future features beyond just streaming. According to the report, Sony included the storage "with an eye towards future functionality," though it's not clear if that functionality relates to the PS5 or a potential PS6.

Like the original PlayStation Portal, this Japan-locked version is built for remote play, letting users stream games from a PS5 over the same Wi-Fi network. It has the same 1080p LCD screen.

The price in Japan is 39,980 yen, or about $252, matching the cost of the standard model there. Sony has taken this approach before, releasing a Japan-only, region-locked version of the PS5 console.