[14] NMT - Playstation 3

A newly realised piece of media technology is the awaited playstation 3. It was invented to be an updated version and to replace the playstation 2. its purpose as a games console but has now developed into television, computer and HD technology.

The PS3 is the third in the range produced by Sony Computer Entertainment and released in Europe on March 23rd. The hype around this piece of equipment was huge as the memory had increased, two forms could be bought – 20GB and 60GB. The advanced new games would be saved onto memory that now is not visible, making the 60GB more popular. The attractive feature of the PS3 is that all PS1 and PS2 games will work on it, this is a feature that will remain very desirable for all consumers as all previously owned games know will continue to be of use.
The features that know differ from a PS2 or older console are:

· Next Generation Cell Processor
· HDMI output
· Includes: Memory Stick/SD/Compact Flash Slots
· Wireless
· Ethernet Connection
· Wireless Bluetooth Controller
· Blu-ray drive
· USB keyboards and mice
· Stream audio and video
· 4 USB 2.0 ports
· Compatibility PS1 and PS2 games
· Virtual Memory card

The dimensions are 325mm x 98mm x 274mm. Weight is 5kg.

The huge amount of data storage offered by Blu-ray makes it ideal for High Definition. The ability to access more data shows the development in technology. PS3 can now store music, pictures, videos and other data files. The ability to connect to the net means that you can play against other players online. High processing power means that the quality overall is better. Convergence of HD, Computer storage and internet shows that the console can now cater to many needs eliminating the need for other technologies.