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Sony PlayStation 3
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Play B3YOND™ your wildest dreams with the unparalleled PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. Featuring blistering processing speeds, eye-popping graphics and up to 7.1 channels of digital surround sound, the future of gaming has arrived. Powered by the revolutionary Cell Broadband Engine™ and featuring a built-in Blu-ray Disc™ drive, you’ll experience a whole new generation in high definition gaming and digital media. Enjoy the pristine picture quality of Blu-r…
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3 is a seventh generation video game console produced and developed by Sony and co-developed by Foxconn and ASUSTeK for SCEI. It is the successor to the PlayStation 2 and the third model in the PlayStation series. It was released for retail on November 11, 2006.
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The PlayStation 3 is built with 3.2 GHz Cell Broadband Engine with 1 PPE and 7 SPE and geared with XrossMediaBar version 2.53 that utilizing seven of the eight "synergistic processing elements". Beside…
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PlayStation 3 is a seventh generation video game console produced and developed by Sony and co-developed by Foxconn and ASUSTeK for SCEI. It is the successor to the PlayStation 2 and the third model in the PlayStation series. It was released for retail on November 11, 2006.
Features
The PlayStation 3 is built with 3.2 GHz Cell Broadband Engine with 1 PPE and 7 SPE and geared with XrossMediaBar version 2.53 that utilizing seven of the eight "synergistic processing elements". Besides that, it is also built with 2.5" SATA hard drive with storage capacity of 20 GB, 40 GB, 60 GB, 80 GB, or 160 GB depending on the model. The PlayStation 3 has 256 MB of XDR main memory and 256 MB of GDDR3 video memory for the RSX. In addition, it utilizes 550 MHz NVIDIA/SCEI RSX ‘Reality Synthesizer’ for high graphic performance hich can output resolutions from 480i/576i SD up to 1080p HD. Also, numerous accessories for the console have been developed including the wireless Sixaxis and DualShock 3 controllers, the BD Remote, the PlayStation Eye camera and the PlayTV DVB-T tuner/digital video recorder accessory. The system has Bluetooth 2.0, gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0 and HDMI 1.3a built in .Furthermore, it features PlayStation Network that enables online play. It also features robust multimedia capabilities, connectivity with the PlayStation Portable, and uses high-definition optical disc format, Blu-ray Disc, as its primary storage medium. The PlayStation 3 features a slot-loading 2x speed Blu-ray Disc drive for games, Blu-ray movies, DVDs, CDs, and other optical media.
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Pros & Cons
- blu ray, great graphics, blu ray player, free online play, great games
- the price, lack of games, very expensive, no rumble, cost of games
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Sony PlayStation 3 Uncharted Bundle (160GB)
Reviewer: CNET5 days agoSpecifications: Product Description: Sony PlayStation 3 - Game console ; Media Type: BD-ROM , CD-ROM , DVD-ROM ; Processor: Cell Broadband Engine ; See full specs Read more
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Reviews: Sony PlayStation 3 (80 GB) review: 1080p Blu-ray game console
Reviewer: Electronics Made Easy31 January 2009- Overall 10
If you have an original Playstation (some of its games are compatible with the Playstation 3 80 GB) or if you’re changing platforms, you definitely want to give this unit a look. While lacking in some key features, it does provide a true HD gaming experience, the new controller is excellent and the Blu-ray disc player is just about thrown in for free. If you’re coming from the PlayStation 2, you may have to think a little harder about this one. Read more
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Sony Playstation 3 Videogame System, Blu-Ray Player, & Media Hub
Reviewer: AVguide30 December 2008Despite all the pre-launch hype, Sony’s PS3 comes up short due to a lackluster lineup of software that has yet to demonstrate what the system is truly capable of. (Those annoying software glitches don’t help either.) From a pure gaming perspective, the Xbox 360 is the better deal right now, offering comparable performance for less money. But when you consider PS3’s impressive collection of features—Blu-ray most notably—and its untapped gaming potential, things... Read more
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Sony PlayStation 3
Reviewer: PC Magazine19 November 2008- Overall 8
It's been two years since Sony launched the PlayStation 3 , and although the box itself looks the same today, a lot has changed. The price has dropped; developers have released dozens of cool new titles; and Blu-ray has triumphed as the high-definition video format of choice. Perhaps most important, Sony's continual upgrades help the PS3 constantly evolve—bringing new functionality, including enhanced online game play, offering support for the latest Blu-ray features,... Read more
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Reviewer: Home Theater Reviews23 October 2008
With a recent retail price drop and significant firmware upgrades to make the PS3 even more accessible and flexible, the player is a true bargain, offering a lot for the money. You get a gaming console, a Blu-ray player and more. You can't go wrong with the PS3. The picture quality is superb, comparable with some of the best standalone players on the market. If you want to get into Blu-ray without worrying about price or future technological upgrades, Sony's PlayStation... Read more
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Reviewer: Epinions3 weeks ago
- Overall 10
I have had the PS3 for about 6 months now and have logged at least 200 hours playing games. The PS3 has excellent graphics when hooked up to the HDMI port. You get 1080p output. I'm not a sports game player so I am reviewing on 3rd person shooter games. ... Read more
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The best video game system out there
Reviewer: Ronnie12, Bestbuy02 June 2009- Overall 10
- Value for money 10
"The ps3 80gb is a great system. It is capable of playing blu-ray movies, dvds, and cds. It can store and view all your photos, music, and movies. The ps3 allows free internet usage for video games and to search the internet. The playstation store also allows you to download demos and full games right onto your ps3. With 80gb of space there is a good amount of room to save data compared to the old 40gb and 60gb systems. This system also comes with the dualshock 3... Read more
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Packing issues..
Reviewer: R., CompUSA.com29 May 2009- Overall 10
- Value for money 10
- Features 10
You know the deal. It's a PS3. It's a gaming console and a blu-ray player and you get to access the Playstation Network for free. You can download demos and play games online. My only gripe is that the it looked like someone sat on top of the box it was shipped in. The box was caved in and it was only half-taped down. Read more
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Can't go wrong with PS3
Reviewer: NewPS3fan, Dell21 May 2009 See Product at Dell ($359.00)- Overall 10
There was more to the console than we imagined. For example, it streams music from our PC in the basement to the sound system in the family room. Great product! Dell made it easier to own. Thanks, Dell. Read more
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Reviewer: George, Digitaltrends22 April 2009- Overall 2
In my opinion PlayStation 3 is my biggest regret!! The online is horrible, it should be called LAG STATION 3! Read more
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