Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB)
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CNET editors' rating:
4.0 stars
Excellent
THE GOOD
Swanky design with quiet operation; all games in high-definition; PSP-like, easy-to-use interface; plays Profile 2.0 high-definition Blu-ray movies in addition to upscaling standard DVDs; built-in Wi-Fi; 80GB hard drive; HDMI output with 1080p support; no external power supply; free online gaming service.
THE BAD
Lacks full backward support for PS2 games; only comes with two USB ports; no infrared port means non-Bluetooth universal remotes aren't compatible; no flash card or memory reader; glossy black finish is a fingerprint magnet; online gaming, media, and commerce options not nearly as developed as Xbox Live.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Even though PS2 backward compatibility has been dropped from this version, the 80GB PS3 is still a superb Blu-ray player and high-definition game console.
CNET Reader Reviews
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December 8, 2007 08:56
4.5/5
I have really great friends; one of them gave me this console on the day after Thanksgiving. Not even Christmas, mind you, but Black Friday. Just gave me one... Wow.
The first thing I noticed upon unboxing it was familiar desktop and laptop c... read more » -
January 3, 2008 05:57
4.5/5
this thing is great but I feel as if it should have been released as a computer or an entertainment hub... or even a ps4 it's just to advanced it takes alot of power to replace my hp, and it did it is better than most pc's out their and i have mine ... read more » -
December 25, 2007 11:15
4.5/5
Never been much of a gamer. My last system was a Sega Genesis 16 that was bought to play EA's NHL games.
What drove me to this purchase? My wife. She got hooked on Guitar Hero at a party. Now, I know that Guitar Hero is available on che... read more »
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