PlayStation 3 250GB System with LittleBigPlanet and HDMI Cable Bundle

by Sony

Product Features

• 250GB HDD for storing games, music, videos, and photos
• Includes LittleBigPlanet and an HDMI Cable
• High-Definition Blu-ray player for the best movie experience
• Free PlayStation Network membership
• Internet ready with built-in Wi-Fi

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B003L56Z00
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: June 9, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,328 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #20 in Video Games > PlayStation 3 > Hardware > Consoles
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

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. 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. The same functionality now in a smaller, more quiet and energy efficient package View larger. Space saving when placed upright... View larger. As well as when horizontal View larger. A textured, no fingerprint finish View larger. 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: New slimmer and lighter PS3 system with a 250 GB HDD, Internet-ready built-in Wi-Fi, 2 USB ports and HDMI + Bravia Synch output for 1080p resolution and connectivity between other Sony HDMI products. Dualshock 3 wireless controller. AC power cord, AV cable and USB cable. Free PlayStation Network membership. System Specifications: 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.

Product Description

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.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

164 of 198 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An Okay Bundle, June 11, 2010

By 

boboboy (Brooklyn, NY USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: PlayStation 3 250GB System with LittleBigPlanet and HDMI Cable Bundle (Video Game)

First off, let me start my saying that I was in the market for a new next generation console and for me, the console had to be an HD console, since I thought it would go very well with my Sony Bravia HDTV that I've had for over a year now. Now of course, my main concern was hardware reliability. I've heard way too many stories of RROD on the Xbox 360, including online reports saying that it had the highest failure rate out of all the three consoles. The Wii was out because it's not HD. The choice was obviously Sony, given that Sony hasn't failed me in the past (My PS2 and PSOne still work to this day).

However, after receiving this bundle, I realize I had paid too much. Despite the good reviews about Little Big Planet (it got 9.0 and 9.5 from Gamespot and IGN respectively), Little Big Planet didn't interest me. Maybe I thought it was too kiddy or whatnot, but these are my own opinions and do not reflect the opinions of everyone else. If you're interested in LBP, you might still want to skip out on this bundle. Keep reading, I'll explain more.

The next thing I realized was that I didn't NEED 250 GB. Not ever. Why did I think I needed 250 GB? Well, I have an external hard drive that contains LOADS of HD movies. But when I tried plugging it into the PS3, guess what? The PS3 couldn't read it! I spent 5 minutes looking like a dummy trying to find it on the PS3 user interface. I did some research online and found out that the PS3 only reads FAT32 formatted hard drives, and not NTFS formatted hard drives, which was what I had. For those of you who don't know, FAT32 has a transfer limit of 4GB. That means you can't transfer any file that is more than 4 GB. 99% of my HD movies were more than 4 GB in size. Thus, I wasn't going to format my external just for the PS3. And I'm not going to pay for any movies on the Playstation online store. I already have all my movies on my external, so why would I pay for them again? Point is, the majority of the people out there who are cheap like me won't need 250 GB.

The last complaint I have is important. The bundle did NOT include the new CECH-2101B model. It actually included the old CECH-2001B model. The difference between the two is that the old model sports a 65nm RSX graphics chip, whereas the new model sports a 40nm RSX chip. The chip with the lower nm is better because it does the same as the higher nm chip, but it does so using less electricity, and thus produces less heat. So, you will benefit by having a quieter system, cheaper electric bill, and having a lesser chance for your PS3 to YLOD (system failure from overheating). People will say that it doesn't make a big difference, but I say that with a 350 dollar console (the most I've ever paid for a console), I'd rather have peace-of-mind. Now, I probably wouldn't be complaining about this if I had bought my PS3 months ago. But since the new model came out in March 2010, and it is now June, I expected that I would get the new model. If you bought the 120 GB version on Amazon, you will get the new model, as many people have confirmed.

Overall, I'd highly recommend getting the 120 GB version and an HDMI cable separately. I would've gotten the Sony HDMI cables anyway, but the total price would still have been less than that of this bundle. Also, with the 120 GB version, I would've gotten the newer model (remember, my main concern was hardware failure). Good things about the PS3: it's great, upscales DVD's to 1080p, has a wireless adapter, can play blu-ray, can play PSOne games (though on an LCD HDTV, it looks ugly), the user interface is very easy to use, and Final Fantasy XIII looks absolutely gorgeous in all of its 1080p glory.

36 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Father and son playing LBP together. Male bonding at it's finest, June 9, 2010

By 

Louie Lefkowitz "Lou da Joo" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
(TOP 100 REVIEWER)   

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: PlayStation 3 250GB System with LittleBigPlanet and HDMI Cable Bundle (Video Game)

My male bonding experience with my 8 year old nephew:
I remember renting LBP with my nephew a couple of years ago, and our bond grew tremendously after playing multiple 8 hour sessions of LBP. Before that, he wanted to play Pokemon with me, and couldn't shut up about Pokemon. He didn't want to play the PS3 in the living room, which my brother bought primarily for the purpose of watching Blu-Rays which were few and far between at that time. Now every time I visit my brother, my nephew wants to play LBP. LBP is good clean fun for younger children, and fun for adults as well.


PlayStation3, 2008 to present day:
Since 2008, PS3 has improved so much. The console doesn't get as warm. The console takes up less space, and this console in particular can store 250 GB's. Also, since those days Playstation Home has expanded to where it doesn't freeze and is fun. One can buy properties inside the mall, and then furnish those properties to their liking (Santorini, Greece is my favorite). I have to admit I thought it was dumb at first, but quickly I became hooked and purchased all the properties with the furniture packages, walking around with clothes I bought for my avatar at the Diesel store. Oh, and don't forget the free mini-games in Home (try bowling) or just have a conversation with other players while watching the sunset. Most importantly, Home is absolutely FREE!


To summarize the Father's Day Bundle:
Playstation 3 really has it all! The PS3 Slim is reliable and has proven itself to be a reliable console ahead of the pack. The fact that presently (6/9/10) all PS3 120 GB's and 250GB's are out of stock at Amazon, you can't go wrong with paying $350 for a system that costs the same price with a 5 dollar HDMI cable (I usually buy Amazon Basics) and a game that a father can enjoy with his son. Great deal Sony! Happy Father's Day fathers.

14 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Deal!, June 11, 2010

By 

B. Mills (MA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: PlayStation 3 250GB System with LittleBigPlanet and HDMI Cable Bundle (Video Game)

O.K. so technically I don't own this, but I wish i did. let me explain...

I JUST bought the a 120 gig PS3 Slim to repalce my Phat. They jsut came out with a new model which uses less energy and makes less heat (EDIT: I have learned this may be the older PS3 slim model, still a good model though compared to the phat). At that time they didn't have 250 gigs anywhere, I barely found a 120 gig actually. I would gladly have spent 400 for the 250 tho.

I actually spent 300 for the 120... THIS package is 350 for a 250 gig model (more the TWICE the space on the HD) AND you get the GOTY edition of LBP (which is $ 30 on its own) AND an HDMI cable which DOES NOT usually come with the PS3 which will cost you [edit: some amount of money which is not free] bucks on a decent one.

All in all this is a GREAT package and I don't need to own one to see that. I do own a PS3 slim and I can attest to it running alot beter than the original phat which I had, it runs MUCH quieter. LBP is also my favorite game this generation.

If you are thinking about getting a PS3 GET THIS PACKAGE! I looked into what a previous poster said abouty beter deals... there are none. I looked at Walmart and it will cost you something like 450 to get a comparable package, NOT a beter deal. This is ridiculous, I'm hoenstly kind of annoyed I just got a new PS3. Just my luck.