Playstation 3

Advantages: Easy to control
Disadvantages: Can't play normal dvds

...Playstation 3 is the third home video game console produced by Sony Computer Entertainment. The PlayStation 3 competes with Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii as part of the seventh generation of video game systems. It was first released on November 11, 2006, in Japan, November 17, 2006 in North America, and March 23, 2007 in Europe and Oceania. ~~~Launch~~~ November 11, 2006: This is when it had its debut in Japan(Japan always releases stuff before other countries, which is good) November 17, 2006: this is the second place that the Playstation 3 got released, it was released in North America. March 23, 2007 :this is the last place that the Playstation 3 got released, it was released in Europe, Australia, the Middle East, Africa and New Zealand.(it took a lot of time to be released in the Europe...

Car.Dude42 03.04.2008 (10.10.2008) · Read review
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playstation 3 slim: the facts!

Advantages: very powerful, multifunctional console
Disadvantages: No real price cut

...The PS3 Slim is the latest PlayStation 3 games console, but it is essentially the same console as before, but with slimmed down components and a new, smaller body. The key improvements in the PS3 Slim are the 120GB hard drive, up from 40GB, 60GB and 80gb in previous UK versions and making it slimmer has made it 36 per cent lighter, 33 per cent smaller and it consumes at least 34 per cent less power (for you know worry about you electricity bills). The PS3 Slim represents a new console just in time for x-mas, one that could start to make sony some profit because up to this is due to the vast majority of PS3 sold so far (around 24 million of them) have been sold at a loss. However, new manufacturing procedures have changed this recently, and a redesigned 45nm Cell processor along with other similarly small and power efficient components...

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Playstation 3 Great Product

Advantages: Useful, Multimedia Functions, Entertaining, Internet
Disadvantages: Does have the odd problems mostly HDMI issues.

...The Sony Playstation 3 is a great console, due to the fact it has alot exciting new features from the previous sucessors. One of the main reasons the PS3 has done well in the war against other consoles is that the games available on the this platform are much vast. The also have a quite alot of games which are exlusive to PS3. Some buyers only buy the ps3 because a certain game is availiable on this platform. Thats one of the main purposes i purchased the ps3 because i liked previous games which were on the previous console. I have played all rival consoles and compared to the xbox i would have to say the graphics look better on the PS3. I tested playing the same game on HDTV at 1080p even though the game was out putting at 720p. The contrast of colours and the detail stood out more on the PS3. The XMB( Xross Media Bar) developed...

GStar_ 19.07.2009 · Read review
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Sony Playstation 3 (PS3)

Advantages: Best Entertainment System Avaliable, Region free games only
Disadvantages: 4GB file limitation External Storage, Cant read NTFS

...without dual shock. Need For Speed didn't feel the same without it the ride felt so smooth and unrealistic. It also has a great feature called SIXAXIS which was not in previous versions of the Playstation controllers. This works similar to the Nintendo Wii controllers where it is motion sensitive. This currently is not available in all games yet but I do know that it is harder playing like that but with practice it will be just as easy and more enjoyable. I personally do not like to use this feature as i find it much too hard to control but i guess practice makes perfect. All i can say about this design is "PERFECTION" i have loved this design since PS1 and i hope they never change it. The PS3 can support up to 7 Bluetooth controllers that's for than enough for me. If you wish to use it on pc all you have to do is connect the USB cable...

dharma.roy 30.11.2007 (03.12.2007) · Read review
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PS3 slim

Advantages: Blu-ray, free online, nice extras like vidzone & iplayer. Almost silent operation
Disadvantages: Rubbish controller, still expensive, online nowhere near as good as xbox live

...Well, had the slim for a few weeks now (my 1st ever playstation), personally, I'm a little underwhelmed by it, I've been a gamer since the nintendo game & watch days & owned @ least 1 of the current gen consoles since the Mega Drive(Genesis). Graphically the system has the potential to wipe the floor with the 360, but this is really only going to apply to PS3 exclusives as any software house making a multi-platform game is going to be as cost effective (lazy) as possible & use the same graphics on all the games where possible(ok, they need to dumb them down for the Wii). My problem here is that I have yet to get a game for it that runs in 1080P, they all seem to be in 720P! Why???? I'm sure they are out there, but I haven't found one yet. I guess this is down to most HD tv's being HD ready rather than Full HD. Sound-Yeah, ok...

andyamn 27.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Sony PlayStation 3 Slim (PS3)

Playstation 3

Advantages: Great graphics and choice of games
Disadvantages: expensive

...I got one last year for Christmas and found it to be better than my XBox 360 in almost every area, in my opinion this truly is the best games console on the market and would recommend it to anyone who is into their gaming. The graphics are phenomenal and the range of games available is tremendous! I find the controllers are much easier and more comfortable to use than the other consoles on the market today i.e. xbox 360s controller has no area for the hands to get a grip of and is quite frankly annoying especially when using after the playstation 3, the rechargable controller function is a tremendous help as i was always buying batteries and having the hassle of inserting them into the xbox and now i simply plug into the playstation console and the charges up no problem, i can even use the controller while its charging! i would...

stripe9 20.10.2009 · Read review
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Playstation 3

Advantages: Cheap Blu-Ray player, great graphics, free wifi, internet browser
Disadvantages: Expensive, some games are better on 360, 40 GB model doesn't have backwards compatability

...There are probably 3 categories of consumer: (1) Gamers with a HD TV who are also quite interested in the multimedia/blue ray angle. (2) Serious gamers either without a HD TV or who are not interested in high def for films etc.. (3) HD TV/ multimedia people who are not that interested in games. If you are in (1) or (3) categories then this is a bargain at the moment. One of the cheapest/best blue ray players with constant support. Now upscales dvds and supports divx etc.. Supports the very latest version of blu ray and is future proof. Sony can not afford to have this fail and the constant updates are great and frequent. Also of advantage (over other systems) are: Low failure rate, built in wifi (even on 40 gb model), no external plug, no external hd-dvd (blu ray built in), no annual online fees. It also looks good underneath tv...

S3RG10 20.02.2008 · Read review
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Playstation 3

Advantages: Graphics, playability, blu-ray player!
Disadvantages: None

...I have been umming and arring over which colsole to buy, the Xbox 360 or Playstation 3. I had heard a lot of positive things about the Xbox, and I had also heard that graphics wise and gaming wise the Xbox was slightly better than the Playstation 3. However, I eventually decided to go for the Playstation 3 for several reasons. Firstly, and probably mainly, was because of the recent decision to cancel production of the HD-DVD format (a format which the Xbox 360 is developed to play), meaning that the Blu-Ray dvd format ( a format that the Playstation 3 is developed to play) will dominate the High Definition DVD market in the near future. Secondly, last year, the PS3's Blu-ray DVD player was voted best High Definition DVD player on the market. A DVD player that would have set you back over £250 to buy on it's own, but by buying...

danmclovin 24.07.2008 · Read review
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Playstation 3 80GB

Advantages: Blu-Ray, Built in WIFI, Wireless Controller, Free Online Game Play
Disadvantages: Does not play PS1 or PS2 games like the 60GB

...Sony’s Playstation 3 80GB UK I recently bought a Playstation 3 80GB fromPlay.com. It came with Playstation 3 80GB Console, I AM LEGEND blu-ray DVD, Need For Speed Undercover, Little Big Planet and a Sony Official Blu-Ray remote! It came to a total cost of £299.99 and free delivery. It also came with a Dual Shock 3 sixaxis controller! I also bought two sixaxis controllers from Zavvi earlier this week for £40. Playstation 3 80GB console In the box of the console there is…Playstation 3 80GB Console, AV cables, AV to Scart adapter, Dual Shock 3 Sixaxis controller, USB controller charger, Manuals and a power lead. Specifications of the Playstation 3 80GB Console… 80GB Hard Drive, 2x USB Ports, 1x HDMI port, 1x Ethernet port, 1x AV Output, 1x Optical port, Bluetooth and WIFI. Costs around £300. Need For Speed...

Willylad2K8 25.11.2008 · Read review
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Sony Playstation 3 (PS3)

Advantages: HD capable, Blu-Ray player, variety of games, no extra cost online gaming.
Disadvantages: Relatively large console, initial cost of the console.

...For people looking to buy a next generation console then the PS3 does not disapoint. With HD technology and easy to access, free (no charge ontop of your usual internet fee) online gaming it makes the most of the latest technology. A major plus for the PS3 over the X-box 360 is the fact that it has a Blu-Ray player built in. The vast choice of games available in all different genres make this console suitable for any user. From sports titles like FIFA to shoot-em up's like Call of Duty, to Platforms/Adventure in Assasains Creed to Racing games like Burnout; there a top titles for anyone to enjoy. With the wireless 'Sixaxis' controllers allowing freedom of movement and a long battery life it allows for ease of use. The PS3 also comes with a USB charger for the controller which again allows ease of use in that you can...

MarkyG69 14.11.2008 · Read review
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