Manage updates with the Download AppSony PlayStation 3 Slim (120GB)
Manufacturer: Sony Part number: CECH-2000A
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- Bottom Line:
- With a smaller design, more energy-efficient operation, lower price tag, and built-in Blu-ray and multimedia capabilities, the PS3 Slim delivers a compelling package for an affordable price.
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CNET editors' review
Sony PlayStation 3 Slim (120GB) price range: $299.00 - $330.00
- Reviewed by: David Carnoy
- Edited by: John Falcone
- Reviewed on: 08/19/2009
The good: More affordable $299 price; slimmer, more compact design with quieter operation; all games in high-definition; easy-to-use interface; doubles as a Blu-ray and upscaling DVD player; built-in Wi-Fi; 120GB hard drive; HDMI output with 1080p support; no external power supply; built-in Web browser; free online gaming service.
The bad: Lacks backward support for PS2 games; no infrared port means non-Bluetooth universal remotes aren't compatible; online gaming, media, and commerce options still aren't as fully developed as Xbox Live, though they're getting better.
The bottom line: With a smaller design, more energy-efficient operation, lower price tag, and built-in Blu-ray and multimedia capabilities, the PS3 Slim delivers a compelling package for an affordable price.
User reviews
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stopped working in 13 months
by mahashah on November 17, 2010
Pros: looks are good, but lack of support as the quality of hardware sucked for me
Cons: conked out in 13 months and they want to charge $160 for a system that i used less than 50 hours
Summary: get anothre system
Summary: get anothre system
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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This is a review of this review
by vaugs4346 on October 21, 2010
Pros: its a review
Cons: The video sucks Please fix this video. The sound is vary bad.
Summary: PS3 is great ... this review of the PS3 sucks. UPDATE YOUR REVIEW
Summary: PS3 is great ... this review of the PS3 sucks. UPDATE YOUR REVIEW
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best gaming console I've ever had!
by moviesmakemereal on October 12, 2010
Pros: The slim design is more attractive than earlier, bulkier, version
Playstation controllers last quite a long time for being wireless
Blu-ray quality can't be beat
Game selection is superb
It's a playstationCons: Controllers are way over priced
When I bought the DVD remote I had to update, which is annoying but has nothing to do with console
Other than that I haven't found anything that I don't likeSummary: I have always been an Xbox fan. My brother was a Playstation fan. And one thing that you know about being a fanatic is that you will never be open ...
Summary: I have always been an Xbox fan. My brother was a Playstation fan. And one thing that you know about being a fanatic is that you will never be open minded enough to say "you're right, it is better". But that was the case with this. I told myself that I would never buy the Playstation 3, and I did. I love it. It's fast, games are amazing, blu-ray capability is outstanding. I love it. I can't wait to see what Sony does next!
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Love my PS3 Slim
by batdump on September 24, 2010
Pros: Blu-ray, Blue tooth, built in WiFi, browser, PSN store, and all around media hub.
Cons: not backwards compatible, HDMI cable not included
Summary: who doesn't love Blu-ray's? they are growing fast, I can use most if not all blue-tooth devices in conjunction with the PS3 (headsets included), my Samsung TV recognized ...
Summary: who doesn't love Blu-ray's? they are growing fast, I can use most if not all blue-tooth devices in conjunction with the PS3 (headsets included), my Samsung TV recognized my PS3 and I am able to use the TV remote to control my PS3, and I can stream music, pics, and video from my computer to my PS3. when watching youtube with a lot of people I only need to fire it up on my PS3 for a bigger better screen. I have loved Playstation products since the PS1 and I think this coupled with the new PS3 games that have been and continue to come out are great additions to the Playstation family.
It is quite literally the center of my media life. and with streaming music from my computer I don't have to cloud up hard drive space on the PS3. really an impressive product for the price1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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A BD player... with a game console as a bonus.
by giltibo on July 27, 2010
Pros: -One of the best Blu-Ray players out there.
-Bluetooth remote = not necessary to aim remote at console (useful when you're lying comfortably under a blanket on the couch :-) )
-Updates bring most newest features soon as they're out (3D?)
-Great dealCons: Hopefully the next iteration is gonna add IR remote capacity (For compatibility with multi-device / universal remotes)
Summary: If you look at it, it is pretty much the best deal you can get out there: a kick-a** BD player coupled with an awesome game console. Not to mention ...
Summary: If you look at it, it is pretty much the best deal you can get out there: a kick-a** BD player coupled with an awesome game console. Not to mention all its multimedia capacities. Sorry XBOX... Sony had me at Blu-Ray...
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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good game worth the money
by ps3feind on June 27, 2010
Pros: dose not overheat and shut down and it loads without flaw
Cons: does not play PlayStation 2 games
Summary: with blue ray its well worth the price
Summary: with blue ray its well worth the price
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The Best Buy in Blu-Ray Players!
by sroodvoets on June 16, 2010
Pros: Built-in Blu-ray player, hard drive, Wi-fi, gaming, easy to set up and use, great list of supported formats including DivX, can operate with my Harmony universal remote with a simple $29 I/R reader, easy wi-fi connection to Macs with proper software.
Cons: Can't get Netflix on-line in Canada, would prefer a built-in I/R reader so i didn't have to purchase one.
Summary: I highly recommend the PS3 120 GB Slim to anyone considering adding a Blu-ray player to their home entertainment system. Compare it feature by feature to any stand-along Blu-ray player ...
Summary: I highly recommend the PS3 120 GB Slim to anyone considering adding a Blu-ray player to their home entertainment system. Compare it feature by feature to any stand-along Blu-ray player and it offers as much or more than anything else for the money. Any $150 Cdn Blu-ray player will play movies just fine, but if you want on-board wi-fi for easy firmware updates you're into the $250+ area. And by the way, this unit lets you play games if you are so inclined.
A notable feature is the wide range of supported video and audio formats. I'm not aware of anything that this unit will not play, while many of the lower priced Blu-ray players have limits. I originally bought a Sony BDP-S360 and decided to return it when I realized it wouldn't play some of the discs that my kids school plays and photos were saved on. Not sure what format they were, but the PS3 plays them.
The only drawback to the PS3 is it's lack of an infrared remote reader. This can be a minor pain to anyone who is making this part of a full entertainment system and is using a nice universal remote. But even this minor issue is easily solved by purchasing a separate I/R reader that plugs into the USB slot. I bought the PS3IR-X1 for $30 from Schartz.com and it works great with my Harmony remote - just needed to manually assign the OK button on the remote as the X button on the PS3 and all is well.
The slim design also allows the PS3 to fit in a regular audio component rack unlike the earlier PS3.
The hard drive is useful for storing photos and the slideshow software that Sony provides is very nice - the 'Ken Burns' effect seems to automatically zoom in on faces in the photos. It's also very easy to link to home computers via wi-fi and do live slide shows or play music without physically connecting the computers to the system.
All in all, I'm very pleased with this device.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best system out there, tried them all
by David-c85d on May 17, 2010
Pros: had mine since it came out no problems
Cons: nothing grate system
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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beautiful technology
by xcause on May 6, 2010
Pros: Bluray Games and movies :)
Cons: more ports usb and ethernet
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Simply incredible.
by nido24 on April 16, 2010
Pros: wifi
bluetooth
blue-ray
much, much, much, much moreCons: Absolutely none
Summary: Sony is the best console maker by far. Sony is giving you a blu-ray equipped incredible game system with free online. Xbox 360 doesn't come close. And all this ...
Summary: Sony is the best console maker by far. Sony is giving you a blu-ray equipped incredible game system with free online. Xbox 360 doesn't come close. And all this comes at an irresistible price. If you don't have a PS3, I have a question. Why don't you?
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: CECH-2000A
- Description: PlayStation 3 delivers an experience beyond anything you know today. With a built in Blu-ray Disc drive, PlayStation 3 invites you to a whole new generation in high-definition graphics and media capabilities. Whether it's high-definition gaming, Blu-ray movies, music or online services, PlayStation 3 takes you where you've never dreamed possible - a place where you can play beyond.
General
- Type Game console
- Internal Memory 120 GB
- CPU IBM
- RAM 256 MB
- Video Memory GDDR3 SDRAM
- Sound Stereo
- Network Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
- Width 11.4 in
- Depth 11.4 in
- Height 2.6 in
- Weight 7.1 lbs
- Color Charcoal black
Game Controller
- Controls Dual analog sticks,
Left trigger,
Right trigger,
Triangle key,
Cross key,
Directional buttons Media Player
- Supported Audio Formats ATRAC3
Video Output
- TV Connection Component video,
HDMI,
Composite video - Supported Video Modes 480p,
1080i,
1080p,
720p,
480i
Connections
- Connector Type ( 4 pin USB Type A ),
( RJ-45 ),
PlayStation 3 AV output Power
- Power Consumption Operational 250 Watt
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details - 1 year
Accessories
- Sony Dual Shock 3 - MLB 11 The Show Edition - game pad - wireless (34692814)45.88
- Intec game pad - wireless (33715704)55.98
- Logitech ChillStream Controller (PS3) (32157708)29.99
- Logitech Cordless Precision Controller for PS3 (32390905)30.99
- Logitech Driving Force GT (PS3) (32959166)97.99 - 129.00
- Logitech Driving Force Wireless (33155830)
- Mad Catz NFL Control Pad Pro St. Louis Rams - game pad - wireless (34712824)47.09
- Mad Catz NFL Wireless Control Pad Pro Buffalo Bills - game pad - wireless (34819751)37.01
- Mad Catz NFL Wireless Control Pad Pro Jacksonville Jaguars - game pad - wireless (34083486)28.92
- Mad Catz P3 Racer wheel and pedals set - wired (33365218)47.99
- PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset (35033576)99.99
- Mad Catz Rock Band 3 Microphone Stand - microphone stand (34820113)79.95
- Turtle Beach Ear Force PX3 - headset (34863459)112.02 - 157.95
- Monster Cable GameLink Advanced High Speed HDMI with 3D Support and Ethernet Back Channel for PLAYSTATION 3 PS3 HD AS-2M - video / audio / network cable - HDMI - 6.6 ft (35041956)48.56 - 76.67
- SteelSeries Siberia v2 - headset (35020927)69.96 - 129.99
- Turtle Beach Ear Force DSS (34138646)79.99
- Sony PS3 New Owner's Kit - game console accessory kit (35070188)49.99 - 69.99
- Sony PS398090 - video / audio cable kit - HDMI / USB (35152498)49.99
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Sony
- Address:
16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 - Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
- Email: contact@sel.sony.com
- Fax: 941-768-7790
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