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| From: Sony
Category: Video Games
Buy New: $459.99
New (12) Used (1) from $399.95
Rating:  104 reviews
Sales Rank: 141
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
ESRB: Rating Pending
Media: Video Game
Edition: 250 GB
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Playstation 3
Graphics RAM: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 9.9
Dimensions (in): 13.4 x 13.4 x 6.3
MPN: 98018
Model: 98018
UPC: 711719801801
EAN: 0711719801801
ASIN: B002I0H738
Release Date: November 3, 2009
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 250GB HDD for storing games, music, videos, and photos | | • | High-Definition Blu-ray player for the best movie experience | | • | Free PlayStation Network membership | | • | Plays DVDs and CDs | | • | Internet ready with built-in Wi-Fi |
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Product Description
The Sony PlayStation is the most popular gaming console. Featuring advanced 3D texture-mapped graphics, full transparency and shading effects, and high-quality CD sound, it was considered impossible to emulate decently until the release of an astonishing emulator. The precise manufacturing methods of the PlayStation have gone through several refinements since the console's arrival. The current production model features a highly integrated chipset. Despite having gone through numerous hardware revisions, the technological core of PlayStation's architecture remains unchanged.
Amazon.com Product Description
| The fourth generation of hardware released for the PlayStation 3 entertainment platform, the PlayStation 3 250GB system is the next stage in the evolution of Sony's console gaming powerhouse. Loaded with a mix of multimedia features and functions available on earlier PlayStation 3 models, as well as a series of new advancements and refinements, the PlayStation 3 250GB system is destined to push the envelope in the realm of Next-Generation entertainment. What's Under the Hood
As with previous models, the PlayStation 3 250GB system features an IBM "Cell" processor and a co-developed NVIDIA graphics processor that together allow the system to perform two trillion calculations per second. Yet the 250GB system manages to improve on this with its 45nm version of the processor, which although running at the same 60+nm speed as previous PS3 versions, uses less energy. This makes the unit's smaller size and quieter fan possible. Along with the traditional AV and composite connections, the 250GB system also boasts an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, which delivers uncompressed, unconverted digital picture and sound to compatible high-definition TVs and projectors. (The system is capable of 128-bit pixel precision and 1080p resolution for a full HD experience) This console also provides for an extreme sound experience by supporting Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, as well as Linear PCM 7.1. Finally, it features cross connectivity with your PC network and PlayStation Portable (PSP) and its pre-installed, 250GB hard disc drive allows you to save games as well as download content from The Internet. Unlike The some other models of The PlayStation 3, The 250GB system does not offer backwards compatibility. The same functionality now in a smaller, more quiet and energy efficient package
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View larger. | Blu-ray, PlayStation Network Downloads and Beyond
PlayStation 3 utilizes The Blu-ray disc media format, which gives you The best high-definition viewing experience on your television, by way of The format's ability to hold six times as much data as traditional DVDs. This tremendous capacity, combined with The awesome power of The system's processor and graphics card, promises an endless stream of mind-blowing games, and other multimedia content. This doesn't mean though that The PS3 is limited to Blu-ray discs. It also supports CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R formats. In addition, PlayStation 3 system software includes BD Live support that allows you to play discs that support Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0 (BD-LIVE), meaning you can also connect to The Internet while playing discs that support this format to obtain additional features. And of course PS3 owners also receive free access to The PlayStation Network (PSN), where through The PlayStation Store and PlayStation Home, they can download games, game demos, movies, and other content, as well as chat with friends, play mini-games, compete in tournaments and explore dedicated game spaces. Sensational Controller
The Dualshock 3 wireless controller included with The PlayStation 3 250GB system provides The most intuitive game play experience, with pressure sensors in each action button and The inclusion of The highly sensitive Sixaxis motion sensing technology. Each hit, crash and explosion is more realistic when The user feels The rumble right in The palm of their hand. It can even detect natural movements for real-time and high precision interactive play, acting as a natural extension of The user’s body. Dualshock 3 utilizes Bluetooth technology for wireless game play and The controller’s detachable USB cable to seamlessly and automatically charge The controller when connected to The PlayStation 3. By integrating all of these features into The popular PlayStation controller design, The Dualshock 3 further enhances The advanced gameplay experience only available on The PlayStation 3 system. Synch with Your Other Sony HDMI Devices
The PlayStation 3 250GB system features HDMI + Bravia Synch functionality. Bravia Synch allows connectivity between Sony HDMI products, without having to utilize multiple remote controls. This means that with The push of one button users can control compliant Sony devices connected to your PS3 via HDMI cable. What's in The Box: - New slimmer and lighter PS3 system with a 250 GB HDD, Internet-ready built-in Wi-Fi, 2 USB ports and HDMI + Bravia Synch output for 1080p resolution and connectivity between other Sony HDMI products.
- Dualshock 3 wireless controller.
- AC power cord, AV cable and USB cable.
- Free PlayStation Network membership.
System Specifications: | CPU | Cell Broadband Engine (Cell/B.E.) | | GPU | RSX | | Sound | LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTs, DTS-HD, AAC | | Memory | 256MB XDR Main RAM, 256MB GDDR3 VRAM | | HDD | 2.5" Serial ATA | 250GB | | Networking | | Ethernet | X1 (10BASE-T,100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) | | IEEE 802.11 b/g | Included | | Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR) | Included | | Controller | Dualshock 3 wireless controller included | | AV Output | Resolution | 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i (for PAL 576p, 576i) | | HDMI OUT + Bravia Synch | 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 | 13.385"(w) x 13.385"(h) x 6.299"(d) | | Weight | Approx. 7.05 lb. | |
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| Customer Reviews:
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 PS3 March 9, 2010
Melina Ayala
PS3 is great! I love it would recommend to others. Shipped out in a timely manner and arrived in excellent condition!
Games... Blu-Ray.... Netflix... Streaming PC Media.... Sweet!!!! March 8, 2010
str8shooter1 (WI)
so far so good,
Have had the PS3 for almost 3 weeks now and don't have anything bad to say, other than falling asleep waiting for an install....
I owned an Xbox 360 for almost 2 years and just picked up the PS3 for a Blu Ray player as i just purchased a 50" Plasma. Right off I have to say the PS3 seems much quieter when it comes to the optical drive and overall fan noise so I am already impressed seeing that was one of my main concerns when trying to watch a movie not wanting to hear the whine of your player.
One thing that Xbox handles a bit better is the game installations. Xbox appears to install the game completely and only accesses the disk one time for authentication at boot but the PS3 appears to access the disk regardless. Now maybe i just missed something but doesn't seem to be a way to have no acess to the disk once installed on the PS3. With that being said it's almost a moot point seeing how quiet the drive / fan are so it's really not that big of a deal.
Other than that having the 250gig HDD is sweet as i don't forsee needing much more than that but like the idea that if wanted a larger HDD (haven't checked how much the PS3 actually supports) that i can just buy one and install. Unlike the Xbox and there proprietary HDD which the prices for them are ridiculous when compared to similar sized 2.5" drives.
So all in all the PS 3 rocks even with me being an overall Xbox fan. It does it all.... Gaming, Blu-Ray (pretty sweet on the plasma in 1080p), Netflix (with a disk at the moment, app soon to come), Internet and able streaming almost all media from the PC directly.
A definite buy.
Oh wait, One thing to note is the controller... I think it's kind of "Wonky" that there is no removable battery therefore if it dies i have to have another whole controller on hand or plug directly to usb and sit closer / buy an extended usb cable... Xbox has it with removable / rechargeable 3rd party Lithium batteries.
Excellent Media Center March 6, 2010
Justin Knoll
I purchased this mainly to replace my blue ray player. That being said I currently have the PS3 media server software on my desktop with a bunch of HD movies. Using this software I can stream 1080p movies to my Ps3 with HD sound without having to mess with discs.
I can't say I have played many games with it yet, but I did pick up Uncharted 2. I like the game but being use to the Xbox I was expecting the shooting controls would be turned around. Other than that it is a really interesting and fun game.
Pros
+upgradeable hard drive
+media center
+Blue ray
+free online service
+BD online firmware updates
Cons
-no ir remote
-only wireless g
-no backwards compatibility (not an issue because I never had a playstation before)
-doesn't support a different OS
Overall I could not be happier. All the cons I have listed don't affect me, I have a wired connection, I like Bluetooth devices, and a not being able to have different OS is not an issue.
great system March 5, 2010
james gingerich (oh)
this system is fantastic fast tons of storage space for music game saves, pics whatever great all around system .
ps3 is great March 4, 2010
Adauto Castrejon (chicago northsiderrr)
the ps3 is expensive but overall worth the money. i use it for everything, for playing ps3 games, watching blu ray movies, regular movies, i even go online. the ps3 is a must have
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