Bloomberg claims 'rampant AI demand for memory' is forcing Sony to consider pushing back the launch of its next-gen PlayStation as far back as 2029

The fact the AI boom is threatening to crater the entire consumer computer market isn't news. But the specifics can be and in this case it's a bit of a bombshell. According to Bloomberg (paywalled), Sony is considering whether to push back its next-gen console as far back as 2029.

In a story titled, "Rampant AI Demand for Memory Is Fueling a Growing Chip Crisis", Bloomberg says: "Sony Group Corp. is now considering pushing back the debut of its next PlayStation console to 2028 or even 2029...