14 DAY TRIAL // Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced that it will be moving its PlayStation Network service, including the accounts of PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Portable users, to the new Sony Network Entertainment America division.
Sony is trying to follow a single online strategy, and this means that the company will move all of its endeavors from the Computer Entertainment division, aka the PlayStation one, to a brand new one, created specifically for this purpose, i.e. Sony Network Entertainment.
For the average PSN user, this doesn't mean all that much, but Sony has begun shipping out special emails to let all users know about the switch.
This move will require some effort, as users need to accept a brand new Terms of Service and User Agreement with the new company.
"On April 1, 2011, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC ("SCEA") will transfer its online services operations, including your wallet and the funds in it, to Sony Network Entertainment America Inc. ("SNEA").
"The first time you sign in to your Sony Online Services account on or after April 1, you will be asked to enter into a new Terms of Service and User Agreement with SNEA. If you do not wish to enter into a contract with SNEA, you may decline the terms of service and we will close your account(s) and return your funds," the company revealed.
Sony puts fears to rest about any pending changes to the PlayStation Network, saying that it will continue to provide quality online service, even if it is part of a new division within the Sony corporation.
"PlayStation Network will continue to provide you with the highest standard of interactive entertainment. Your access to the best games, movies, TV shows, music and friends will remain intact. Thank you very much for being part of the PlayStation(R)Network online community! We look forward to continuing to bring you the best in innovative online entertainment!"
The move will become official on April 1, so, until then, you can enjoy your time as a member of the Sony Computer Entertainment America family.
It is unclear, however, if the move is going to be followed by similar changes in other territories, like Europe or Asia.