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There is admittedly very little confirmed information available for the
Playstation 3, but below contains some of the most reputable
information regarding the console.
According to a Sony video, the PS3 is planned to launch in Spring
2006. More specifically, most sources point to a November 2006
release.
Visit this page for detailed information regarding the specs of the Playstation 3.
News reports from Japanese magazine Toyo Keizai state that the console
will cost about $500 for Sony to manufacture. Reportedly, Merrill
Lynch Japan Securities predicts that the final price of the console for
consumers will be $399 USD and 44,800 yen ($410) in Japan.
- PS3 Backwards Compatibility
The Playstation 3 will be able to play both Playstation 2 and
Playstation 1 games. This information was confirmed by Sony
Computer Entertainment boss Ken Kutaragi and Sony during E3.
To see what the Playstation 3 looks like, visit this page. The Playstation 3 will come in 3 different colors, as pictured on the aforementioned page: Black, Silver, and White.
The Playstation 3 controllers will be wireless using bluetooth to
connect to the PS3. Out of the box, the Playstation 3 will be
able to support 7 Bluetooth
controllers. Reportedly, the controllers can last up to 24 hours
before recharging. To see the controller, visit this page.
The Playstation 3 has been confirmed to be online enabled. It is not known whether the service will be free or not.
Vist this page for a list of the currently announced games for the Playstation 3. Visit this page for various Playstation 3 game screen shots.
The Playstation 3 is expected to have WiFi connectivity to the
PSP. This is derived from a US Patent that Sony filed concerning
PS3 to PSP wireless connectivity.
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