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List Price: $399.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  354 reviews
Sales Rank: 1353
Platform: Playstation 3
Media: Video Game
Edition: 40 GB
Batteries Included: No
Age: 5 - 20 years
Operating System: Playstation 3
Graphics RAM: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 13.5
Dimensions (in): 17 x 13.6 x 6.9
MPN: 98006
Model: 98007
UPC: 711719800705
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ASIN: B000XGJH1O
Release Date: February 12, 2008
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 A Leap Forward in So Many Ways! November 7, 2007
160 out of 190 found this review helpful
For all of you considering the PS3 this is one of the best choices you can make when it comes to home entertainment. Gaming and multimedia are taken to the next level.
First getting my hands on the PS3 made me realize that this is the largest Playstation conosle by volume and weight they have ever come out with. I quickly realized how sturdy and well made this product is. The plastic that is used is solid and heavy duty. I also realized how easy dust and fingerprints attract to the shiny finish which is both plastic and fake chrome. Connecting the PS3 was the easy part. Unlike the Wii and 360 Sony has left the power station inside the console. Which means you only need one heavy duty plug to connect. From the back of the console you have many choices for video and audio outputs. The standard AV outlet is there which allows you to play with the cables it comes with or to buy component cables for high definition viewing. You also have a optical digital output for full digital sound. New to any video game console is HDMI output. This allows you to have the PS3 in full high definiton video and audio. HDMI is capable of a full digital signal allowing 1080p true high definition picture. It is also capable of unleashing 7.1 high definition sound. So audiophiles should be happy about what this console offers. On the front end you get two USB ports. This allows you to connect various devices like a photo camera, internet camera, mouse, or even a printer. The Sony PS3 has a feature that allows it to be on standby at all times. Which is similar to the other consoles. I will talk more about this feature on the PS3 further in the review.
I would like to cover all the interface options the PS3 accompanies seperately so consumers can become aware of all the advantages this console carries. For those of you familiar with the Playstation Portable this interface is almost exactly the same.
You are able to create seperate logins for anyone who uses the PS3. This allows for each person to go online with their information. Although it doesn't really have many more advantages than that right now it is rather insignificant.
Next is the system settings. This allows the user to adapt the PS3 to their television and sound system. You can adjust the high defention settings to fit the maximum resolution of your t.v. You also have setting for your blue tooth devices and internet connections. The PS3 comes with built in wi-fi which seems to have a strong connection that gives you almost seamless online use.
The PS3 also has a photo viewer. You can download pictures by using your camera and connecting it via USB. I haven't checked to see how viable this option is. Generally you get your standard slide shows although they have a fun feature. One of the features takes your pictures and gracefully places them onto a blank canvas. I think the slide shows are best when you set them to music.
Next is the music player. You can download your pics via CD which is rather quick. I have done this numerous times putting quite a music collection on my PS3. Although Sony has talked about having downloads via the internet which I think would go over very well. You can listen to music while viewing a feature that uses colors and textures. It is your standard music viewer...nothing special there.
I want to talk about one of the most notorious features of the PS3. The Bluray player. Most of you now know what a Bluray player is and does. I have viewed numerous movies on it. I have also viewed these movies on two different hdtv's. One a 1080p and a 1080i. I really did not notice much of a picture difference. After viewing a few movies on the XBox 360 hddvd player and the PS3 Bluray player I really did not notice much of a difference. One thing I have noticed about hd movies is that the ones more than a couple years older have a slightly grainy appearance since they were remastered for high definition. Newly made movies appear crystal clear with vivid colors and tremoundous definition. The PS3 does allow you to view regular DVD's which can make the transition that much easier. The regular DVD movies are upscaled on your HDTV allowing an excellent picture. For many of the new movies it is almost difficult to notice a difference in a DVD picture and Blu-ray picture.
Now would be the gameplay part of the interface. This keeps track of the game disc you may have in the player or also games or demos that you have downloaded. This interface is rather simple and easy to negotiate. One feature that is sadly missing from the 40 gig is backwards compatibility. Although you can still play PSone games, PS2 games are a no go. As far as the games go I have played numerous games plus several demos. The games that are non exclusive like Madden Football are deficent on the PS3 compared to XBox 360 counterparts. The game speed is smooth and polished. The visuals on exclusive PS3 games like Heavenly Sword and Ratchet and Clank is quite impressive. The PS3 seems to create a living vivid environment with the ability to create many textures and surfaces. Game demos like Motorstorm and Gran Turismo HD show what the PS3 is capable of. Amazing graphics and sound quality will become apparent in many of the games this holiday season and beyond. I have also enjoyed the few full games that are downloadable. The games have enhanced hd graphics and are affordable at only $7.99-$9.99. What I have enjoyed is online gaming. With the PS3 you don't have to pay any added fees. The gameplay was seamless and quick and allows you to use a blue tooth headset when playing. I also believe you can use your PS2 headset via USB. The online gaming is virtually the same as the 360.
Lastly I will cover the online features of the PS3. On the interface online is a big part. From the browser to having friends and checking your mail. Of course the largest feature is the Playstation store. Which is obviously not very unique. The 360 has a market which could be considered the pedigree for consoles. The Wii is limited to just classic video games. The Playstation store is decent right now with very numerous items to download. You have games, demos, and movie trailers. The store will continue to grow and has a nice feature that allows you to dowload PSone games for the Playstation Portable (PSP). After dowloading it to your PS3 then you transfer it via USB to your PSP. Also a very intriguing feature that I think is really amazing is called remote play. When your PSP is integrated into your PS3 you have the ability to view and listen to stuff on your PS3 anywhere in the world with your PSP. All you need is a wifi connection. I have tried this feature out and it's really enjoyable. I was able to view movie trailers and listen to my music on my PSP. The feature is nice although it is supposed to work when the PS3 is on standby. It did not work for me then. Only when the PS3 was on and set for remote play.
There are also two features that are becoming more apparent for owners. Folding at Home is a beneficial program that works with Stanford University. The program runs when your PS3 is idle. What it does is run computations that help scientists work for many cures to diseases. A beneficial plus to the PS3. I can vouch for having my PS3 on nonstop 24 hours a day 7 days a week for many months without any problems. Secondly I want to talk about HOME. No not your real home but the PS3 program that will be available early 2008. This program will be a virtual online social interface allowing you to meet numerous other PS3 players. I have been allowed to participate on the Beta version and I must say this has extreme potential.
2008 will be an exciting year for PS3 owners. The experience is already excellent with over a dozen very good games. The PS3 will have over a half dozen superb games releasing next year. Games like Gran Turismo 5, Killzone 2, Little Big Planet, Metal Gear Solid, Final Fantasy are just the beginning. If any of these games suit you it would be an excellent reason to own a PS3.
In closing I will say without a doubt the PS3 has been quite an experience. I feel the $400 is well worth it for the features you get. Wifi, Bluray, HDMI, and of course the game playing.
I believe many of you are on the fence and trying to justify a large scale purchase like this. The games are here and the experience is superb. If you want a wonderful living room centerpiece that will provide numerous hours of use the PS3 is the way to go.
PS3 40 GB: Great Price, Great Console. Great Fun. November 7, 2007
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
I just bought a PS3 40 GB, admittingly from a different outlet, but I think its worth reviewing here on Amazon. First of all, I had the luxury of "testing" my brother-in-law's PS3 60 GB, which had backwards compatibility with PS2 games. After experiencing Hi-Def PS3 games like MLB 07 The Show, and Resistance: Fall of Man, I can say without a doubt that the clarity of hi-def gaming surpasses the feature of being able to play PS2 games. I just don't see it as being THE sole reason for purchasing a backwards-compatible model. And, you will not miss PS2 games all that much because after playing hi-def, PS2 games look blurry and distorted (because the frame-rate is 300 times slower!).
With that said, I bought a 40 GB because of its low price and its built-in features compared to an Xbox 360 such as wireless gaming and free network access. The wireless feature is so cool because you can download system updates automatically. And, for the ultimate portability, you can save your game on a flash usb stick and then plug it in your friend's PS3 and pick up where you left off.
As for the hard drive space, 40 GB should be plenty for the casual gamer who plays in spurts 3 times a week (on weekends or days off from work). If you are a hardcore gamer who is online for hours on end and plans to download wallpaper, skins, and music to their system, then sure, 80 GB might be the way to go.
And, there is really no need for an intercooler. My brother-in-law has one, and the only benefit I would say is that it can speed your gaming experience up a bit if you are playing for more than 5 hours at a time. Otherwise, it just makes a ton of noise.
Recommended games for PS3:
Rainbow Six Vegas
MLB 07 The Show
Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
Heavenly Sword
Resistance: Fall of Man
40 GB - Best Version available! PS3 40GB. Highly Recommended! November 6, 2007
29 out of 33 found this review helpful
I'm writing a review based on the 2 new PS3 versions available because I'm already convinced this is way better than Xbox 360 in play and value and plenty of other people will do that for you. Some of us just need advice on PS3 vs. PS3!
I think this new 40GB is the Best version available. Who cares if it cannot play PS2 games, like the 80GB version -- I didn't drop $400++ to play yesterday's technology. Save the $100 for a great game/bluray of your choice vs. the included Motorstorm included with the 80GB version which is only an okay game. Also, I don't really need the extra hard drive space and if I did, I would probably need much more space than the extra 40gb. For example, if in the future I decide to rip video to it -- I would need much more than the total 80gb and would be looking for an external hard drive solution anyway. What about 80gb having flash drive slots? I wouldn't use this and if I needed to there are usb to flash options for a few bucks. As to the old 60GB version, don't waste your time...noisy, bigger, and gets hot...this cannot be good for longevity.
If you buy a game with any PS3 version, I highly recommend getting one that was made in August of 2007 or later. These 2nd generation games make much better use of the PS3's awesome power and play. Many older games were rushed to the market. The good news is that a ton of new games are coming out now and in the next few months.
SONY'S KNOCKOUT, IS IT WORTH IT? November 4, 2007
10 out of 13 found this review helpful
The answer is a certified, yes. i own an x box 360, a nintendo wii, and now i have added the sony ps3 to my arsenal of next gen power houses. I'll start off by saying this to all the fan boys out there, please do us all a favor and shut the hell up! You will never prove that one system is better than the others and your pointless belly aching will never stop the production of any one system, they will all be around for ever, the councel war will never cease and that's just the way it is, so stop bi#$#ing! Well, now that i got that off my chest, i'll start with the review. The playstation 3 is a visual power house, the amount of things that can be going on at once during a given action is just plain overwhelming, i was playing ratchet and clank and you could swear that your playing a pixar movie, it looks just that good! I do have to say though, for anyone with an hd tv, make sure you buy the hdmi cable with it, the visual difference is ridiculous. I just got the ps3 so i haven't had a big chance to test the waters yet, but i do know that there are at least 6 different titles that i can't wait to try out. Amongst these there are folklore, warhawk, lair, time shift, uncharted and ofcourse grand theft auto IV. Now the big question, does the ps3 have stronger visuals than the 360, i don't know the specs of either system and i don't care, all i care about is what looks better to my eyes, the answer is simple, neither. It all depends on the game your playing, each game uses different levels of detail and so it is impossible to compare them, in my opinion, each councel has games that bring new levels of power to the next gen war. Halo 3 looks absolutely amazing, and oblivion launched the x box with epic environments and stunning effects, and for the ps3 you have heavenly sword which looks absolutely stunning, the way the protagonists hair waves and the epic feel of the wind rustling her clothes with the trees bristling lightly in the distance, or what about about warhawk, with so many players on at once that it feels as if your in an actual war!
400 bucks! An increddible system with blue ray capabilities for 400 bucks!? Pinch me i'm dreaming, the only downside to this system is that it lacks backwords compatability, but i'm keeping my ps2 and if i ever feel like playing a ps2 game on it all i'll have to do is reconnect it to my tv, so who cares!
The games that are out right now aren't the best but there are still some great titles out there and the controls seem as leniar as any other councel, I don't think there is any system who delivers the fun factor that the wii has to offer but how well will the ps3 make use of its censored controller? Well that remains to be seen.
There is one thing that kinda bugs me about the ps3 though, and that would be it's online network, The x box 360 does have the clear edge in terms of online playability, however, the ps3 is still young with its online network, so we will just have to give it time.
Over all the Ps3 delivers the solid package, breath taking visuals, Blue ray and dvd compatability, fun action packed titles, good internet network, and a very competative price tag, it does seem that there's no limit to this councels potential.
fun factor: 4.5/5
Graphics: 5/5
Price: 5/5
Functions: 5/5
Internet: 3.5/5
Overall: 4.8/5
Happy gaming!!!
Just like the 80GB with these differences November 4, 2007
321 out of 391 found this review helpful
See my 80GB review for a full and detailed look atht ePS3, it's capabilities and games. The 40GB was a very smart move for Sony. Let's first address what detracters will say is a problem. Lack of backward compatibility with PS2 titles. First, almost all people who own PS2 games currently, own a PS2. The disadvantage is they can't sell it off and have to support running two consoles. Of course, selling it won't net you the $100 price drop this PS3 gives you so financially it's still advantages. Some XBox owners will use this as a point to detract people from going with the PS3. They fail to mention that the XBox core edition also has no backward compatibility. In fact, it doesn't even have a hard drive. The XBox premium edition has somewhat poor backward compatibility as well.
Really, people are buying PS3s to play PS3 games and watch high definition Blu-ray movies. For $399 you get two in one. Back to that in a second. What else in the 40GB missing? It's missing memory card readers. Rarely to people use these. Most people use USB and/or already have a USB memory card reader for their PC which will work fine for the PS3.
It also has 2 USB slots instead for 4 but USB hubs are dirt cheap. Lastly, it uses a 65nm process instead of a 90nm meaning the chips are smaller and use less power. This is good.
It has all the same movie and gaming capability, built in wireless internet, Blu-ray, HDMI 1.3, etc...
So for $399 you get a high definition player and a next-gen console with wireless internet. The cost of this for the 360 would be:
1. $349 for premium (20GB) 360
2. $179 for HD-DVD player
3. $100 for wireless internet
Total: $628
That's expensive! If you don't need wireless internet you're still paying $528! You might as well go get a cheaper HD-DVD drive on Ebay but of course now you probably have multiple consoles and movie players.
Of course the PS3 upscales regular DVDs to 1080p as well so you can get rid of your old DVD player.
Some people will argue the games aren't there yet. See my 80GB review for details on that. Here's some quick examples of great games for the PS3 in stores now or released before the end of 2007:
I've rated each game from 1-5. I've excluded many games and tried to focus on the games I like.
1. Heavenly Sword (Exclusive to PS3) 4/5, incredible game, just too short.
2. Warhawk (Exclusive to PS3) 5/5
3. Folklore (Exclusive to PS3) 4/5
4. Guitar Hero III 4/5
5. Eye of Judgement (Exclusive to PS3) 5/5 - Niche audience
6. Haze (Exclusive to PS3) Not out yet
7. Ratchet & Clank Future (Exclusive to PS3) 5/5
8. Uncharted: Drake's Fortune (Exclusive to PS3) Not out yet
9. UT3 (Maybe for this year) (Timed exclusive to PS3) - only console version that supports PC mods, and mouse/keyboard
10. Ghost Recon ADW2 5/5
11. Rainbow Vegas Six 5/5
12. Ninja Gaiden Sigma 5/5
13. Fight Night Round 3 5/5
14. Super Stardust HD 5/5 (Exclusive to PS3, downloadable under $10)
15. Everyday Shooter 5/5 (Exclusive to PS3, downloadable under $10)
16. Calling all Cars 4/5 (Exclusive to PS3, downloadable under $6)
17. Super Puzzle Fighter HD Remix 4/5
18. Madden 08 4/5
19. NHL 2K8 4/5
20. NBA 2K8 5/5
21. MLB 07: The Show 4/5
And there's a lot more to come. For instance Gran Turismo 5 Proglogue is free this year, with Gran Turismo 5 coming out next year. Little Big Planet may be the biggest and most innovative title since Mario and will be out in January/February time frame. And of course there's Metal Gear Solid 4. This game looks incredible and will undoubtly be the biggest game of 2008.
Good luck with your purchases!
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