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- Platform: PlayStation 3
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Edition: 160 GB Model
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Edition: 160 GB Model
Manufacturer's Description
As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the PlayStation 3 Slim an even more versatile home entertainment machine. 32% smaller, 36% lighter and consuming 34% less power than the originals, this latest edition of the PlayStation 3 has been completely redesigned for a much more streamlined feel. 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 160 GB hard disc drive allows you ample room to save games as well as download content from the internet. |
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.
In addition, PlayStation 3 system software update version 2.20 and up includes BD Live support. With this you can now play discs that support Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0 (BD-LIVE) and you can also connect to the Internet while playing discs that support this format so that you can obtain additional features. Features that are available vary depending on the software in use.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.
Online
Play all your favourite games online and much more over the PlayStation Network. With the 160GB storage capacity of the PlayStation 3 Slim, you can also store more downloadable games, music, photos, videos and much more. PlayStation network members can also download free applications such as PlayStation Home, a ground-breaking 3D social gaming community available only on PS3 that allows users to interact, communicate and share gaming experiences, as well as Life with PlayStation, which offers users various news and information on your TV by connecting the PlayStation 3 to the network.Box Contains
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135 of 145 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent all round media package.,
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Sony Playstation3 160GB Slim Console (Video Game)
Some things not mentioned in the product description; This is a new CECH-3003A console which comes loaded with firmware 3.65 and will require an update to 3.70 if you intend to use PSN. The controller which comes with the console is a vibrating DualShock3 with six-axis, not the non-vibrating original controller the description wrongly states.I've been a happy Xbox360 user for almost 6 years so after a few weeks, these are some of the pros and cons I've experienced compared to the 360: Pros - Much quieter than my 20gb Xbox 360 (I don't know how it compares to the newer 360's). Every now and then you'll hear the Blu-ray disc spin up momentarily but general noise is very low while playing. - Wireless controller has a charging lead which connects into a usb port. Buying batteries/play and charge kit isn't cheap for the 360. - Great TV on demand services including BBC iPLayer, 4od and ITV Player. BBC iPlayer is partically impressive, allowing much of its content to be played in HD if your connection to the internet is sufficiently fast enough. Dragon's Den looked brilliant. - The system is generally much more open than the 360. You can use your own keyboard, mouse or bluetooth headset without having to buy Sony's own peripherals. You can also put a bigger hard drive in if you like, quick glance on amazon and you could upgrade to a 640gb hdd for around £50, not bad at all! - Had success importing video files to enjoy on my PS3. Firstly, external storage devices must be formatted to FAT32 which means all files must be below 4GB's in size. All the AVI and MP4 files I tried worked, sadly videos formatted in MKV format won't work. I also imported some of the AVCHD formatted HD video from my Sony camcorder and it looked stunning, great way to show videos to the family. - Playstation Network is free. I've loved playing Xbox Live over the years and will continue to pay my subscription towards it, but it has to be said that Sony offering their service for nothing is very attractive if you're new to online gaming. - Blu-ray player. Although their price has come down in recent times it's still a bargain to get a brilliant gaming platform and Blu-ray player at this price point. Cons - Before I start I just want to say that all the problems I'm about to list are minimal at best and shouldn't be reason enough not to buy a PS3. - Updating/Installing/Loading times can be significant. Getting my system up to date when I plugged the internet in took the best part of 30 minutes, maybe even slightly longer. When it then came to update Uncharted 2 this also took a long time compared a 360 title update which in my experience takes less than a minute. The first time you play a game can also take quite a long time to load as the console has to install a large amount of the game on the hard drive because transfering data straight from a Blu-ray on the fly is too slow. However I found that once this initial load had completed, in-game load times are much shorter. - No Sky Player. Not an issue if you don't have sky, but this functionallity has been quite useful on the 360 for watching sky sports in a room other than the one we have the sky box in. - Lovefilm is actually a bit naff. At the moment when you buy this PS3 you get 3 months unlimited (one disc at a time) membership to lovefilm with the ability to stream films to your PS3. Great right? I was initially quite excited about this until I actually tried it. For starters there isn't a great list of available titles. There are one or two I would watch but don't expect to find big blockbusters such as The Matrix, Dark Knight or Avatar. I tried watching Hurt Locker and Swordfish but both had very average picture quality and sound even when left to buffer for a while. This is a shame as the BBC iPlayer app showed that my connection can easily support watching programs in HD so I was quite disappointed with that. - The charging cable for the controller is very short making it difficult to play and charge. - Doesn't come with a headset, my 360 came with a wired headset. - In my opinion the Xbox360's controller is superior. It's much chunkier than the PS3 controller and easier to hold; my hands tend to cramp much quicker with the PS3. I've also found the PS3's L2 and R2 triggers to be less responsive and accurate than the 360's, I'm looking to purchase the EA Sports Comfort Play Pack from amazon which adds thicker grips and triggers to the PS3 controller. Thats all I can think of right now, I'll update if anything else comes to light. In short I'm very happy with my purchase and now that it costs the same as a new Xbox 360 I do think that it is a superior package.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
One hell of a console... with a few flaws,
By Rafee Shahin (Burgess Hill, UK) - See all my reviews
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Sony Playstation3 160GB Slim Console (Video Game)
The Good:> It's black and it looks very sexy in comparison to the uglier fatter version > It's powerful processor renders graphics slightly more beautifully than the Xbox 360. > There is a wide range of titles to play on both new (Uncharted, Deus Ex, Mass Effect and familiar faces (Final Fantasy, Devil May Cry, GTA). > Loads of fantastic downloadable content available on the Playstation store. > Plays Blu-Rays in stunning HD quality. > The Six-axis motion sensing controller is pretty accurate although a bit of a pain to get used to.... > If you're lucky enough to own a Sony Bravia 50-inch HD TV to play your PS3 on then you tend to forget all the points I made out below. The Bad: > Due to the powerful processor it does heat up pretty quickly (guess you win some, you lose some...) > Can't play Playstation disc media on it. > Didn't come with a HDMI cable. > Provided USB cable is too short. The Ugly: > XMB software is a horrendous operating system as it requires specific folder directories in order to display images and video. For example if you wanted to view some photos you need to put it in a folder: PS3/PHOTO and your storage device must be FAT32 formatted. > Although it can play Youtube videos it can't play downloaded flash videos, which is a bummer for me as I have a lot videos in the flash format. > Can't play PS2 games which is a shame because I have A LOT of PS2 games.
44 of 51 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good but shouldnt really of needed it,
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Sony Playstation3 160GB Slim Console (Video Game)
I have had a PlayStation before. An original CECH-C03 60gb with memory card readers and PS2 compatability.Now this YLOD due to solder problems and as Sony wanted over 134 for a refurb unit this seemed like the better deal. First of all this is a brand new CECH-3003A console that was just released. It is extremely light and quiet compared to my old PS3. It is missing the wifi indicator, eject indicator and has an etched sony logo on the front. It definitely is a cheaper look and feel than my old one, but is under half the price, and plays games/films the same! Otherwise it is exactly the same as the previous slim model. Loud disk eject compared to my old one, but thats the only big negative. (I have a PS2 still and I rarely used the memory card slots) Although more USB ports would have been useful Hope it lasts more than 3 years of the previous machine. Edit: Had a little play with it and noticed you can now with my Samsung LCD tv turn the console on and off with the TV remote via HDMI-CEC (anynet) Pretty cool! :) Blu-ray only play in HD with HDMI cable not component but thats no trouble for me anyway! Just thought I would let you guy know. Definitely runs quieter. Had it on all night redownloading all my data from PSN. Swapped the drive out (which is a single platter 160gb thin 6.5mm drive) with a 640gb from my old PS3 and had to reformat the disk which is annoying. But works. Comes with firmware 3.65 (June 2011) which at time of writing needs updating to 3.70 to play online. 2115|RE22JFQFFW3DZ;2115|RVDMD99QMDYP3;2115|R2X2KVCA2DWHCD;
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