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The new Playstation 3 98004 has an 80GB hard drive for over 30% more download storage space than the 60GB model. PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system unleashes a brilliant, high-definition entertainment experience. As its digital soul, the Cell Broadband Engine represents a tour de force in parallel processing, which means a gaming experience that is beyond what you know today. Its built-in Blu-ray Disc drive delivers a whole new generation in high-definition gaming and unmatched digital media storage. Whether it's gaming, Blu-ray movies, music or online services, PLAYSTATION3 invites you to Play Beyond.

As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the Sony 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 game console--a powerful one at that.

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's approximately 320 times more calculations per second 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.

PlayStation 3: Tower of Power

A sleek new look

Features a wireless motion-sensitive controller

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 six-axis 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 up to seven wireless controllers at a time. 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.

Backwards Compatible
The PlayStation 3 will be backward compatible with most PlayStation and PlayStation 2 games, which means you'll be able to play your favorite games without keeping all the old systems. The console will have slots for Memory Stick Duo, an SD slot and a Compact Flash memory slot. It comes with a pre-installed hard disc drive, which allows you to save games as well as download content from the internet.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue

Resistance: Fall of Man

A Slew of New Games
A whole host of game publishers are already backing the PS3 and several have even confirmed games for the console. At the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), more than 30 titles were displayed for the system, including Gran Turismo HD, Resistance: Fall of Man, and Final Fantasy XIII. Previously announced titles include Metal Gear Solid 4, Devil May Cry 4 and Tekken 6.

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)
• Ethernet cable
• USB cable
• MotorStorm

Customer Reviews

Problem with the PS3
I got my ps3 back in jan. of this year so I have not have it that long. Well, ps3 is really awesome and all but you might have a problem with it because I did! Yea, the ps3 was fine UNTIL THAT IT WAS NOT READING ANY DISCS!!! Of course, I called ps3 it TOOK about 15 MINS just to talk to them, they couldn't fix my problem so they gave me an exchange with a pre paid label abd box. Soon after I got the box I ship it in and about a week I got MY PS3!! Well no problem for NOW! HOPEFULLY NO MORE PROBLEMS!!! O YEA do not get the Assian Creed game, there is a glitch in the game, from time to time the game will lock up or freezes.

Great system, WHEN THEY WORK!
I picked up a 60GB unit a while back because I new Blu-ray would win out over HD-DVD. I figured the PS 3 was like getting a free next-gen gaming system compared to buying a plain Blu-ray player. Owning two Xbox 360s with an HD-DVD drive, I was pleasently surprised by how much engineering actually went into the Playstaion 3. It seems to be leaps and bounds ahead of the Xbox in features and functionallity. The only exceptions being Xbox Live which is by far the best online gaming community and multi platform games which seem to run smotther on the 360. While I would never recommend the PS 3 for just games because there simply are no good "PS 3 only" ones out there, it's a much better purchase than a simple Blu-ray player.

The real problem is that the reliability just isn't there. It's well known the Xbox had some issues, but Microsoft stepped up and extended the 360's warranty to 3 years. What you don't hear about is all of the PS3 failures. I did some research after my first one died and they seem to fail just as often as the Xbox 360. While I have had no problems with either of my Xboxs, I have had two PS 3s die on me in the last year. The first, a 60GB, would have the screen go blank and then wouldn't power up after about 3 hours of use. The second, an 80GB, would lock up after about 30 minutes. So far it looks like the 3rd time is a charm, as my current 80GB has been running smooth for 3 months now.

If you're looking for strictly games, get yourself an Xbox 360. It has a much better game catalog, with cross-platform games being better on the 360 and Xbox Live is just outstanding. If it's Blu-rays that your after, then get the PS 3 but make sure you use the hell out of it when you first get it. That way you're more likely to find a fault if there is one before the warranty expires.

Great addition
Its an awesome addition. Never use the 80 gig, should have bought the 40 gig. add ons (controllers remote cables and other) added in $98 to price