PlayStation 3 250 GB Reviews
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Amazon.com Product Description
With the PlayStation®3 250GB system, you get free PlayStation®Network membership, built-in Wi-Fi and 250GB of hard disk drive storage for games, music, videos, photos, and PlayStation Network downloads. And every PS3™ system comes with a built-in Blu-ray player to give you pristine picture quality and the best high-definition viewing experience available. Whether it’s gaming, Blu-ray movies, music or online services, experience it all with the PlayStation®3 system.
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.
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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.
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The same functionality now in a smaller, more quiet and energy efficient package
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Space saving when placed upright…
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As well as when horizontal
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A textured, no fingerprint finish
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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:
| 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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Technical Details
- 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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“Don’t bother buying this model” 2010-07-09
By Taylor (Sioux Falls, SD)
It won’t allow you to play PS2 games. Even when you download the PS2 Format on the PlayStation Store. Early models are M.V.P’s compared to later ones. Buy this console, and you may have to pay $120.00 or less on a PS2 to play your old PS2 games.
“More than my expectations” 2010-07-06
By Kim
I am so happy with my new 250gb playstation 3. The price was better than the local stores. The bonus bundle was very surprising! Who ever said that something that is too good to be true, isn’t ….was very wrong here! This is my second best purchase from Amazon
PS I can’t wait to order NETFLEX on line with the help of this system.
Highly reccomended
“Ps3 250gb” 2010-06-11
By Jeff Carter (Perry, Ga United States)
This thing has all the bells and whistles of the 60gb except it doesn’t let you use optional memory cards which is unfortuante if your hd space gets low and it’s not backward compatible but I have a ps2 for ps2 games. I’m having to replace my 60gb ps3 because someone broke in my house and stole mine. I have quite a few ps3 games and the sims 3 ps3 version is coming out October 26th which is one reason I have to replace my system. The sims 3 console versions have everything the pc version does and more. I’m a sims nut so I have to replace my ps3. I also have the sims 3 on pc. One game I do recommend on the PS3 is Batman Arkham. That game is incredible and I miss not being able to play it since my ps3 got stolen.
“This is the hardcore etertainment device” 2010-05-25
By C. Caniano (New York)
Seriously! Plays games. Great exclusives. Blu-Ray. DVD. PSOne games. Downloads TV shows and Movies. Wireless internet connection. And I have this, the 250gb which is a great size to fit media. I still haven’t utilized all the features of the PS3 because it has so much to offer. Now my only problem is that I can’t play PS2 games but with system updates that’s bound to be on the horizon so if you want three generations of a game system, hi def movie player and all around multifunction entertainment device this is it.
“worth the money” 2010-05-17
By James C. Page (Lompoc, CA USA)
All that needs to be said about this product is that it is worth every penny. it can do everything previous ps3 version can do but has 250 gigs of a Hard drive. if youre still on the fence about spending this much, I must say that when you have it up and running, it beomes instantly worht it, especially since you can transfer game data and trophies from one ore system to another. this was the best high dollare purchase ive ever made “Bang for youre Buck” wise.
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