Comments on: 80GB PS3 Available In Australia August 28

By: RodGamer

RodGamer — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:23:18 +0000

Problem with the new model is their cost reduction strategy has gone too far – they have even changed the mainboard / motherboard layout in the new models, put less metal inside the console, etc. Only other major difference is the new model usese 250 Watts of power, compared to the original 60GB using 380 Watts of power.

By: calvinium

calvinium — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:31:45 +0000

I _FINALLY_ received my 40Gb PS3 last night from the Bravia promo Sony ran last month. It came with a DualShock 3 too.

It's a shame there's no backwards compatibility with PS2 games anymore and with only 2 USB ports and no CF / Memory stick interfaces (which surprised me) it's a little limited in what you can plug in at any time.

By: Patrick

Patrick — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:04:52 +0000

I’m pretty sure that the new 80gb SKU will retail for $399 American, but that should be the same in Australia (I think). I saw it at E3. It’s a $100 less than the current 80gb model.

By: DONAR

DONAR — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:49:47 +0000

Heh...I actually came here to see if there was any new info about the 80g, and lo and behold I hit the mother lode. Nice work, Logan. Much appreciated.

Now all I need is to now what the first bundled game will be and I'll go pick one up (I'm assuming LittleBigPlanet).

By: NegativeZero

NegativeZero — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:22:12 +0000

I imported a Japanese white 40gb unit along with two Dual Shock 3s for about the same price. If Sony really want an upswing in sales they’re going to have to drop the price soon. Another Christmas at this price point and they’re going to struggle.