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Sony Playstation 3 Console (40GB Version)
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| List Price: | £299.99 |
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #9 in Computer & Video Games
- Colour: Berry Blue
- Brand: Sony
- Released on: 2007-10-10
- Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
- Dimensions: 11.02 pounds
Editorial Reviews
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As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the PlayStation 3 an even more versatile home entertainment machine. Features such as video chat, internet access, digital photo viewing, and digital audio and video will likely make it the central component of your media set-up. Still, it is first and foremost a powerful gaming console.
Under the Hood
The PS3 features IBM's "Cell" processor and a co-developed Nvidia graphics processor that makes the system able to perform two trillion calculations per second. That makes the PlayStation 3 40 times faster than the PS2. Along with the traditional AV and composite connections, it also boasts an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, which delivers uncompressed, unconverted digital picture and sound to compatible high-definition TV and projectors. The system is capable of 128-bit pixel precision and 1080p resolution for a full HD experience. This console also provides for a sound experience by supporting Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, as well as Linear PCM 7.1. A pre-installed 40 GB hard disc drive allows you to save games as well as download content from the internet. Unlike the other models of the PlayStation 3, the 40GB does not offer backwards compatibility.
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Blu-Ray Is the New Way
Sony's PlayStation 3 games are encoded onto the Blu-Ray disc media format, which can hold six times as much data as traditional DVDs. This increase in capacity, combined with the awesome power of its processor and graphics card, promises mind-blowing games once developers have learned how to fully harness the new console's power. The PS3 will also support CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R formats.
Sensational Controller
New gamers intuitively move the controller while playing, even though that movement has traditionally had no relation to what's going on in the game. Sony has picked up on this tendency and is using it to bring a new level of control to the PS3. Inside the controller is a high-precision sixaxis sensing system that accurately detects fine movements in pitch, roll, and yaw, as well as three dimensions of movement. This means that future PS3 games will be controlled by the movements of your hands rather than just your thumbs. For example, you might be able to steer a car by holding the controller like a steering wheel.
While the PS3 controller looks much like its Dual Shock predecessors, it will lack the force-feedback vibration since that would only interfere with the sensing system. It uses Bluetooth 2.0 wireless technology and can support wireless controllers. It's a hot-swappable system, so if your controller is running low on power, just pause your game and connect a USB 2.0 cable. You can continue playing while your controller recharges automatically.
A Slew of New Games
A whole host of game publishers back the PS3. Current and future titles for the system, include The Eye of Judgment, Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction, Final Fantasy XIII, Metal Gear Solid 4, Devil May Cry 4, Tekken 6, and Heavenly Sword.
Online
Sony has stated that the PS3 will have similar online connectivity and services as the next generation of Xbox Live. Calling it "an always on, always connected device," SCEI's chief technical officer Masa Chatani said the PS3 would be constantly in touch with a "PlayStation World" network "fundamentally based on community, communication commerce, and content." Technically, the infrastructure is there to make that connection. The PS3 supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T Ethernet, as well as IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless networking protocols.
What's in the Box?
- Game system
- Sixaxis wireless controller
- AC power cord
- Audio/Video cable (HDMI or Component cable sold separately)
- USB cable
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Manufacturer's Description
This Product Does NOT Feature :
-> Memory Stick Card Readers
-> Backwards Compatibility with PS2 Games
-> SACD Playback
-> An Ethernet Cable.
Customer Reviews
The one for the future
So far so ordinary. To be honest nothing really stands out in the PS3 library that would make you want to own it (MGS4 should be fab though). But, and here's the real but, you need to own it because this beast of a console will be around for a long while. The games will only improve as the programmers learn how to actually use its ridiculous power. And when those games finally do come there will be no stopping it.
As others have mentioned, the 40GB is missing backwards compatibility so you can no longer play PS2 games, which is a shame considering the huge PS2 library, but then again the 40GB uses more advanced technology to make it quieter and more stable than the other versions. It also looks beautiful, looking far more like a futuristic next-gen machine than either the Xbox 360 or the Wii.
You can also play Blu-ray films, which look better and have more features than regular DVDs. Again, this is a feature for the future as the Blu-ray library is not that big at the moment.
What I don't like is having to install games on the hard-drive which takes so long it's like playing on the Spectrum again. You could probably make ten cups of tea while GTA IV is installing! But, if you run out of hard disk space, you could always upgrade it with a notebook one.
Overall, though, this machine feels like something important, feels like it's just getting started and the true measure of its greatness is yet to come.
Flawless
Again, Amazon delivering perfectly every requirement, speed, quality and a good price to boot!
Thanks Amazon and keep up the good work.
Use of HDNL courier very much appreciated as have 100% record with them, no problems.
As for the PS3; outstanding.
I was at first slightly sceptical and regretting not purchasing an xbox 360. However i had researched thouroughly and the PS3, on paper, fitted my needs better. It has not disappointed. Only time will tell how well it fairs for reliablity, but for now, i couldn't be happier.
Recommended Games (download the demo from (free) PS Store and try them, I love them: SKATE, Burnout Paradise, NFL Madden 2008, GTAIV, Smackdown vs. Raw 2008.
outstanding
The PS3 is excellent such an improvement on the PS2. It is more expensive than the others but you get Blueray included and I think it is well worth the money. I can't compare it to the 360 as I have never played on one, but rest assurred you will not be disappointed if you purchase a PS3. Would recommend getting a HDMI lead but dont spend more than £20 unless you have more money than sence.
