PlayStation 3 40GB Console - Spider-Man 3 Movie Pack Edition

PS3 40G console

Strengths: Quiet, less heat than other PS3 models

Weakness: not compatible to old PS2 games

PS3 is a great console. I indeed like playing this over Wii. The main reason is that I can download playable demo of new games, such that I can try playing to see which games I really like to buy it. In addition, being a Blu-ray player is a plus.

By chiwai - Apr 30, 2008

Playstation 3 40GB

Strengths: Blu-Ray HD, 1080P

Weakness: Cost of console and accessories (i.e. extra controller & remote)

The Sony PS3 is an awesome do everything home entertainment unit. For the price of a stand alone BLu-Ray player, the PS3 is the way to go. Beautiful Blu-Ray playback in full 1080P HD. Also once connected to the internet, the firmware stays up to date and one can purchase additional games, view movie trailers and surf the web.

By etm123 - Feb 21, 2008

Top of the line

Strengths: Sturdy/solid unit, very powerful, can be networked and can access the Internet

Weakness: A bit pricey, runs quite warm, doesn't play PS2 games (at least not the 40 Gb version, according to other reviews), only two USB ports so need USB hub for Rock Band

This is really quite an amazing product. This is very well built - no shortcuts on quality here. The unit is very sturdy and solid; this is not a cheap plastic box! What one really has here is a powerful computer packaged as a game system. The interfaces on this unit are sweet - USB connections for the accessories! For once Sony hasn't gone with their own proprietary interface. However, there are...
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This is really quite an amazing product. This is very well built - no shortcuts on quality here. The unit is very sturdy and solid; this is not a cheap plastic box! What one really has here is a powerful computer packaged as a game system. The interfaces on this unit are sweet - USB connections for the accessories! For once Sony hasn't gone with their own proprietary interface. However, there are only two USB ports so for Rock Band, you will need a USB hub if you want more than two players. Be sure to get a US 2.0 hub since it looks like a USB 1.0 will cause problems. This system only comes with standard A/V cables so if you want HiDef, you need to buy a component or HDMI cable (this is where Sony did go with their own proprietary connections). This will cost at least $20 for the component and more for the HDMI. Also, this unit runs pretty warm. Be sure to use adequate ventilation.

By brian13579 - Jan 6, 2008

Good for both blu-ray and game player

Strengths: PC+blu-ray+game

Weakness: pricey for game and blu-ray disc

PS3 is pricey, but a side-by-side comparison with Xbox 360 reveals it’s a better value. Included on the PlayStation 3: Integrated Blu-ray player, web browser, and WiFi. Unlike Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 also offers free access to its online environment. PlayStation has its multimedia role with strong photo and slide-show support with Memory Stick Duo, SD & Compact Flash Slots on its high-end...
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PS3 is pricey, but a side-by-side comparison with Xbox 360 reveals it’s a better value. Included on the PlayStation 3: Integrated Blu-ray player, web browser, and WiFi.

Unlike Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 also offers free access to its online environment. PlayStation has its multimedia role with strong photo and slide-show support with Memory Stick Duo, SD & Compact Flash Slots on its high-end models.

By happyusmle - Jan 7, 2008

Good entertaintment system, overpriced however BLU RAY makes up for it

Strengths: Blu Ray playback, easy PSP like menu

Weakness: No HDMI cable included, cannot play PS2/PS1 games unless you buy the high end 80GB edition.

Excellent for playing Blu Ray movies, includes a Wireless PS3 Sixaxis remote, however I have found the cable to charge it to be too short. The graphics are OK, but my best friends XBOX 360 two years old has a more powerful graphics processor than the PS3, however it lacks HDMI. New XBOX 360 (elite) include said HDMI output, and for the extra money you get a way better system (graphics wise, in my...
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Excellent for playing Blu Ray movies, includes a Wireless PS3 Sixaxis remote, however I have found the cable to charge it to be too short.

The graphics are OK, but my best friends XBOX 360 two years old has a more powerful graphics processor than the PS3, however it lacks HDMI. New XBOX 360 (elite) include said HDMI output, and for the extra money you get a way better system (graphics wise, in my opinion).

My recommendation is to buy an HDMI cable and enjoy the console, I have found no problems with it but I did not buy it to play games, I bought it to play Blu Ray movies.

By navigatoris - Jan 22, 2008