Sony, Sony, Sony. It was just a few months ago that you were slamming journalist for reporting that Hirai was replacing Stringer and here it is the rumors were true. 
The 51-year-old Hirai, currently executive deputy president, was widely expected to succeed Stringer. The Welsh-born Stringer, one of the few foreigners to lead a major Japanese company, will retain his post as chairman of the board, Sony said in a statement.
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