What we are and will be is a broadband entertainment company.

A weak yen is the only effective measure. The yen has long been overvalued, considering labor productivity and other economic data.

The U.S. is under the false impression that it is the leader in mobile communications and non-PC devices, ... Europe and Japan have a considerable lead over the U.S. and this gap could widen in the future.

This team represents a new vision and new direction for the studio, ... We are committed to the growth and success of Sony Pictures Entertainment and to making Sony the global entertainment and communications company of the future.

These are very important appointments for Sony Pictures Entertainment. John's vast experience and proven track record in the industry will be a tremendous asset to Sony.

The time has come for the PC industry and the AV [audio-visual] industry to shake hands.

The weakened yen is a good thing in many ways.

The PC was the office tool.

Howard's new appointment reflects the ever increasing importance of his role as a bridge between the technological and software areas of Sony's operations in the United States, ... He has continued to work closely with Tommy, John and the management teams of all of our U.S. businesses, and to fortify Sony's overall strategic goals in the digital environment of the future.