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Category: Video Games
Publisher: Sony
Studio: Sony
Brand: Sony
Label: Sony
Platform: Playstation 3
Color: Berry Blue
Media: Video Game
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11
Dimensions (in): 16.8 x 13.9 x 6.9
MPN: PS340GB
UPC: 711719430650
EAN: 0711719430650
ASIN: B000WNDP5M
Release Date: October 10, 2007
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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. 
A sleek new look |  Features a wireless motion-sensitive controller | 
Eye of Judgment | 
Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction | 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. 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
PlayStation 3 40gb Specification:| CPU | Cell Broadband Engine (Cell/B.E.) | | GPU | RSX | | Sound | Dobly 5.1ch, DTS 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch, AAC, others | | Memory | 256MB XDR Main RAM, 256MB GDDR3 VRAM | | HDD | 2.5" Serial ATA | 40GB | | Communication | | Ethernet | X1 (10BASE-T,100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) | | IEEE 802.11 b/g | Included | | Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR) | Included | Wireless controller
(Bluetooth) | Included | | AV Output | Screen Size | 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p | | HDMI OUT | 1 | | AV MULTI OUT | 1 | | DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) | 1 | BD/DVD/CD Drive
(Read Only) | Maximum Read Speed | BD 2x (BD-ROM) | | DVD 8x (DVD-ROM) | | CD 24x (CD-ROM) | | USB Ports | 2 | | Backwards Compatibility | No | | Dimensions | 12.75in (W) x 3.86 (H) x 10.8in (D) | | Weight | 11 lbs |
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 Flawless May 14, 2008
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 May 14, 2008
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.
PS3-The cold hard truth May 14, 2008
I have owned this for 6 months now and this is what I think about it and how it stands up to its competitors, hope you find something useful.
On Quality and Reliability:
The machine is reliable, quiet and cool. Rumours about widespread problems are simply wishful thinking from its detractors. On the other hand games such as Assassins Creed have been buggy at release and early online problems for new games are common place. GTA IV also had problems on the original machines - but not the newer ones. On the brightish side these issues do get fixed, eventually.
On Games:
The library is really starting to fill up with good stuff but the 360 still has a much stronger library of existing games. However Sony is in a far stronger position on exlusives for the lifetime of the console. Sony owns about 20 software studios and Microsoft has 3. Microsoft doesn't look like it will manage to keep buying major exclusives from 3rd party devs. GeOW is unlikely to remain soley on the 360 after GeOW2 and GTAIV downloadable content looks like it will reach the PS3 eventually. Sony has a major advantage on Microsoft here unless you really want the 360 back catalogue, don't mind missing out on an ever increasing number of exclusives and can't wait for the PS3 equivalent of achievements.
On Performance:
Differences in game performance for major recent titles like COD4, DMC4 and GTAIV are tiny, not enough for anyone but the most hardened fanboy to care about. Even games like The Orange Box are still excellent on the PS3. If you are looking for the best performing console then there is currently nothing between them.
On Price:
Depends what you want. If you don't want wireless, online gameplay or a harddrive then the 360 is cheap and great value. Add these in and things don't look so good vs the PS3. Its an extra 45 for wireless and 35 per year on top of 190 for the 20GB premium console. For an extra 15 the PS3 gives you 20GB more hard drive, a blu-ray player and free online play. But to be fair Xbox Live is more reliable and you do get a rumble controller in the box which you don't yet with the PS3. If you want to upgrade to a 120GB drive on the 360 then you are looking at a corking 130 (on Amazon anyway). This is vs about 35 for 160GB on the PS3. You could get the 360 Elite which would give you 120GB and but on a feature by feature basis the PS3 is comfortably better value.
On Sony:
They are full of promises that never seem to appear: Home, In-Game XMB, Blu-ray portable copy for PSP, Play TV and entitlements, the equiv of achievements. It looks like many of their major projects are out of control, really disappointing. This is why I am giving it 4 stars, I want these features and I am sick of the delays. They are also definitely brewing up a cheaper and probably smaller model for release sometime in the future. Will it cause compatibility problems? I'll be surprised if the current models don't need regular patches to fix.
Vs the Wii.
I own this as well and you might as well compare apples to oranges. Owning one is simply not a replacement for owning the other. Like Sony, Nintendo own a lot of software development companies which keeps the experience unique. It also has a motion control system that neither Sony or Microsoft are going to be able to catch up with this generation. On the other hand the console doesn't have the power to produce the graphics and other gameplay enhancements such as realistic physics and destructable environments. The Wii won't ever be able to provide the kind of gaming experience the 360 and PS3 can to the user and vice versa.
The PS3 is a fantastic machine and I am delighted with but it is not yet fully realised. It has had so many problems in getting to where it is now and the delays really test my patience.
PS 3 Rules May 5, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Couldn't decide what to get this or an XBox 360. After reading up on both and always had a ps in the house I purchased this 3 weeks ago. and what a buy best console ever. Great graphics on games especially with hdmi cable, great sound. Playstation Network is superb. A must for anyone who like me can't decide which console to buy. But it will always be Playstation for me
Should you or shouldnt you May 3, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Bought this little beauty two days ago for the blu ray. I am a happy gamer and have loved my xbox360 upgraded to the elite and then by natural progression and because the hd -v- blu ray war was won by sony decided to purchase the PS3.
This is a wonderful piece of kit for gaming and for playing back those movies.
That having been said it is behind the 360 in a few ways. Download times bad, takes an age to update games. The controllers are good but charge through the ps3 via a cable, effective but not as quick as changing two batteries as with the xbox.
Sony have still to get their online gaming moving, to be honest not impressive at all.
The 40 gb hardrive is fine but I also like the fact that I have a massive hard drive on the 360 so I can download movies by the bucket load and keep pictures music etc for as long as I want to so I am not spending time clearing things off and then wishing I'd kept them.
I also connect my laptop computer to the tv via my 360 which is great, not sure whether or not I can do this through the ps3.
The 360 has loads of titles because its been on the market longer but Sony are now catching up in this area and I am presuming they will be head to head before long if not in front at some point.
In the war of DVD blu ray versus hi def Sony won. If you are buying to watch dvd this is the console for you. HD kit for xbox 360 amazing but they lost the war so I am presuming that the titles will dry up for my hd dvd drive.
I would not presume to be an expert nor advise which is the console for you but what I would say is that I have both and would recommend them both for different reasons. There are no winners or losers whichever console you purchase, they are both amazing machines and will provide hours of entertainment and pleasure whatever your passion.
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