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July 15, 2010

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13.5 x 8.4 x 6.3 inches; 8.11 Ounces

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J41571

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With the PlayStation 3 160GB system, you get free PlayStation Network membership, built-in Wi-Fi and 160GB of hard disk drive storage for games, music, videos and photos. 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.

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1.4.the.team

PS3 or Xbox 360, or Wii?

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 17, 2010

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The PS3 is a great system. Easy to use, futuristic on-screen interface, quality sleek hardware, awesome graphics, lots of benefits. But should you get a PS3 or Xbox 360? And what about the Wii?

Note: I own all three devices, and I appreciate all of them. I don't have any bias to one system or the other, just my personal experience and opinion...

PS3============================================
What I like MOST about the PS3:
1) Future proof Blu-ray player (Sony updates the player over the Internet for free; it now supports 3D movies/TVs)
2) Clean, more futuristic on-screen interface (feels more mature then Xbox 360)
3) Better/Smoother/Faster graphics (in the 10+ games I own on a 60" 1080p HDTV)
4) Free online multiplayer gaming (no monthly/yearly fees like Xbox 360; which I hate about Xbox)
5) Watch your online netflix shows on PS3 for free (Xbox requires Xbox live account to use your netflix account; another thing I hate about Xbox)
6) Exterior: More futuristic, luxurious, mature "look". Looks more like a sleek Home Theater appliance. (Xbox 360 more oriented to youthful crowd; Xbox looks more like an 'entertainment' device)
7) Lighter, slimmer, smaller controller. Built-in longer lasting rechargeable battery. (the Xbox controller does not come with a standard rechargeable battery, and it feels heavier and more bloated then the PS3 controller).
8) Built-in wireless connectivity. (an option on the Xbox)
9) Built-in optical/toslink connectivity for home theatre audio connection. (an option on the Xbox)
10) I can use my (or any) wireless blue-tooth cell phone headset for voice/chat enabled games. (The Xbox cannot)

What I like LEAST about the PS3:
1) My first PS3 (the 'fat' one) had a disc drive failure after 13 months of ownership; 1 month beyond its warranty. The PS3 still works, I just cant use discs. That means I cant watch blu-ray discs on it and I cant play disc based games on it. I can still play games through the PlayStation store (demos, etc), I still can watch netflix on it, and I still can watch movies from my PCs over the network on it. The fact that my PS3 disc drive died after about 1 year of limited delicate usage really concerns me about the quality of the hardware and customer support/treatment. I paid over $400 for my first PS3, and I used it maybe twice a week. After searching the web about my problem, I found this was a rampant problem with the fat PS3. Did they fix this problem with the slim PS3? Time will tell; I sure hope so. I just wish Sony would have fixed my problem for free (as I feel it was shoddy hardware or poor engineering that resulted in this problem, not me).
2) Games (new and used) are generally more expensive then the Xbox 360.
3) I liked the glossy look of the first generation PS3. The new PS3 slim looks a little flimsier/cheaper. It is smaller though, and that's a plus.
4) The rechargeable battery in the PS3 controller is not swappable. That means if your controller dies mid-game, you have to plug it in to use it. (The Xbox controller has swappable batteries)
5) When I download a game (full or demo), I can't play it immediately. After the download (which could take over an hour), I have to install the game (which could take another 10-30+ minutes), at which time my PS3 is unusable until it completes. The Xbox downloads in the background and plays immediately without having to install the game. Also, if I turn off the PS3, the download stops (the Xbox finishes the download even when turned off).

Xbox 360============================================
What I like MOST about the Xbox 360:
1) More people have it. In other words, all my friends, family and coworkers have Xbox 360s. Which also means if I want to play online with them, I have to use my Xbox, which is also a con for me. (I'd rather use my PS3 because of the better graphics and lighter/smaller controller).
2) I can download games, updates and demos in the background, even with the Xbox turned off. So I can start a download and go to bed without leaving the box on all night. (The PS3 cant do this)
3) When I download a game (full or demo), I can play it immediately. On the PS3, you have to download it (which could take over an hour), then install it (which could take another 10-30+ minutes), at which time your PS3 is unusable until it completes.
4) My late generation Xbox elite has lasted longer then my first generation PS3 (surprisingly)
5) It doubles as a Media Center extender. I have a PC that records shows for me in Media Center (like a Tivo but no monthly fees). I can access these shows and watch live TV over the network via my Xbox. This is a VERY cool and under-talked about feature. And most people with a Windows PC can do this; look it up.
6) The console and games (new and used) are cheaper then the PS3.

What I like LEAST about the Xbox 360:
1) Still no blu-ray player. This is a major con compared to the PS3. It WILL play regular DVDs, however.
2) In my experience, graphics are a little lower quality then my PS3. In Grand Theft Auto IV, I can see farther and more objects at a time on my PS3. The PS3 has a faster frame rate, where the Xbox feels almost blurry. The colors are more crisp on the PS3, the Xbox is more washed out, like water colors. Some may not even notice this, I do.
3) No built-in wireless connectivity. You have to buy a very expensive adapter to have wireless connectivity.
4) No built-in optical/toslink connectivity for home theatre audio connection. You have to buy an adapter to do this.
5) No rechargeable battery. You have to buy a rechargeable battery and kit to do this.
6) Not a major deal, but the on-screen interface is more kid-feeling then the PS3. I'm an adult and the PS3 feels more like its targeted to adults then children/teenagers.
7) YOU HAVE TO PAY TO PLAY ONLINE. I don't understand this. It's ridiculous to me. It's way overpriced. I can't play online with my friends unless I buy a monthly or yearly Xbox live pass. I hate this about the Xbox. I HATE THIS. I already gave them hundreds of dollars in the console, games and accessories; stop asking me to pay to play. As you can see, this is a major con to me. I also cant watch my Netflix account without paying for an Xbox live account. Boo!
8) The Xbox has a pretty bad reliability record. I believe they have eliminated most of the issues that plagued the earlier consoles, however. My neighbor has replaced his Xbox 4 times; FOUR TIMES! I have not. He plays his every day all day though; I play once or twice a week for less then an hour.

Wii============================================
I bought the Wii after playing it at a friends house. I was blown away by the idea and experience of motion based controllers. We played golf, boxing, tennis, ping pong; it was an amazing experience - for the first time.
After I had the Wii, I quickly lost interest.
Here's why:
1) Horrible graphics. I paid a lot of money to have a 60" High Definition full 1080p home theatre. The Wii graphics look like absolute kiddy crap on my TV. The Wii has no high def. Its like playing a first generation Nintendo NES on a HDTV. Its horrible, and for this 1 reason I can no longer enjoy my Wii. Nintendo is way behind the modern day high end graphics of today.
2) The motion controller novelty has worn off. Its fun on a few games, horrible on others. I don't know, the novelty of the Wii has just worn off for me; and several of my friends.
3) It just doesn't feel like a modern quality device. While I'm sure its reliable, it just feels like a child's toy; the exterior, the interface, the games, etc. Sorry, I guess I've just grown up.

Conclusion============================================
In conclusion, I would say the Wii is more suited to young children. The Xbox is a great device, and so is the PS3. I can live without my Wii; but I would have a hard time choosing between the Xbox and PS3. For that reason, I choose to have both. If Xbox made online multiplayer free (eliminated the Xbox live cost), and included a blu-ray player, I would choose the Xbox over a PS3 (even with the better graphics on the PS3). But for now, I say buy both. By the Xbox as a gaming device, and justify the PS3 as blu-ray player with benefits.

If your a parent shopping for a teenager and only want to buy 1 device, go for the Xbox 360. Chances are, most of your child's friends will already have one, and they can all play online.

If your an adult that demands the best and has little time to play games (like myself), get a PS3. Its sleek, its got better graphics, its wireless, and it has a blu-ray player.

I hope this review gives you some insight and help with your choice, and a little knowledge of all the systems from an experienced and unbiased owner. [...]

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MP06011999

PS3 Slims- sux compared to my Elite 360

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 26, 2010

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08/12/10 UPDATE: I started this review back in Oct 2010. The many complaints on the PS3 that I listed then were true at the times of their writing. Some have been fixed by the many PS3 mandatory software updates since then. Some issues remain & I have simply gotten used to them. So, as you read the very long review below or the many comments since, take notice when they were written. Some things have changed, some things haven't. But, all of these issues were issues at least at one time or another as was (is) my disappointment in the PS3. This review I wrote really is too long and too old. You can easily get lost in the details. My latest comment in the comments section of this review seems to sum it all up for me (as of today) and so here it is...again. And, as I wrote somewhere else here in this novel of a review, the PS3 is not a new system and has no good excuse for so many of the issues that were so prevalent in the 2 Slims I bought, albeit some of them now addressed. Here ya go:

"Guys, even if I did not have the HDMI issue (or any of the issues I've had that the rest of you say never happens to you) there is still the download and install issues that is a real deal breaker for me. The PS3 requires so many downloads to be done NOT in the background. Even with my high-speed broadband that can still take over 10 minutes a game depending on the content. Then even after waiting for that download(s) the PS3 asks if you want to install the download. Really? I find that completely retarded. Why would I download something and then choose NOT to install? The PS3 should do the install and not make me wait through the download and then wait again through the install.

There are very few downloads (and installs) that can be done in the background on the PS3. Most require you to wait and be able to do nothing else on your PS3 during this time. Perhaps for many of you that is just fine. I find it annoying and complete bs given that it is extremely rare for the 360 to require such. I can download games and game updates on my 360 and continue to play other games while the download is happening. Rarely ever does the 360 lock you out while it does downloads and installs.

I had quit posting about the PS3 here because it became obvious that this is like debating religion. There are people who love their PS3 and those that love their 360 and there is little to nothing you can do to enlighten them. I never knew this until I posted my negative review of the PS3. I really don't care what any of you buy. It means nothing to me. And I don't even LOVE the 360. I just find it a much better system than the PS3. If my PS3 were to die, I would buy a new Blu-ray player. If my Elite 360 were to die I would buy another. I find the PS3 to be a real let down after having had a no-problem 360 (Elite) for the last couple of years. That's it. You do not have to agree. These are all opinions (reviews) and as such, there is no "right" or "wrong".

Oh and as far as my 360 Elite being 100% problem free - it has been. What can I say? I just played an old Splinter Cell on my old white 360 and the console froze up where I had to do a power off reset. I took the game to my other tv with the black Elite 360 (w/ the 20 feet of HDMI) and as usual, not one single hiccup. I HAVE NEVER HAD A SINGLE ISSUE WITH MY BLACK 360 ELITE - NOT ONE. It has been 100% flawless. Not true of the old white 360 crap or either of the two PS3 Slims reviewed here.

Believe me or not, I don't care. But those are the facts..." ----and with that, will someone please turn out the lights.

CHAPTER ONE-
Oct. 26, 2010: The PS3 is more "glitchy" than I would like (hence the 4 and not 5 stars) and the graphics during game play are just slightly less brilliant than what I get from my Elite 360. It is the fastest Blu-ray player I've had, but has some issues maintaining a good connection. If you wanna know more, read on...

I have an older model 360, a newer model 360, a Wii and this newest version PS3. Everything is hooked up in the best possible way that the device will allow - (HDMI, Toslink, Digital audio cable and / or component cables) - all depending on what the individual device will allow. Everything is running into my 5.1 Dolby Digital / DTS stereo and into my 1080p HD projector throwing a 12 foot image. Cables are the shortest runs possible in this set up, which happens to be about 20 feet.

I consider the Wii in a totally different category than the 360 or the PS3. The Wii is a family friendly, let's-all-get-in-to-the-action type console. Fun for the entire family, but hardly a serious gamer's console. And, with only component cables for video, it cannot be a serious contender for movies. So, the following will be about the Elite 360 and this PS3.

My favorite for gaming is hands down the newer 360. I have the Elite 360 from about 2 - 3 years ago. Like the PS3, it is hooked up with HDMI and Toslink outs. The 360 has a slightly more saturated picture. Yes, I have attempted multiple calibrations on both the 360 and the PS3 to try to get the most desirable image. The 360 looks slightly better at times. The sound is the same on both - excellent. The real problem, if it really is one, is the the glitchiness of the PS3. It has frozen up more than a couple of times, both on games and simply on the home menu screen. The Elite 360 - never. However, my older 360 (2004 model, I think) is crap. It has locked up many times and was actually one of those that had the 3 rings of death and leaves marks on the discs. But, it would appear that with the Elite, Microsoft finally got it right.

That's not to say that the PS3 sucks. No, it has some really nice features that are lacking on the 360. Namely, a web browser, Blu-ray player and FREE on line gaming. But, it also has some shortcomings that irritate. They are: glitchy graphics and operation that causes freeze-up or image artifacts, low power from the HDMI port that causes digital drop out know as sparklies, no infrared to make using a universal remote simple and easy and a controller that renders itself pretty much useless when the battery dies since you can't simply replace the batteries - you have to plug it in to recharge and now you either wait or continue playing tethered to the console via the charge cord - stupid.

Do know that in my set up I have made every attempt to hook up everything the exact same so as to make the comparison apples to apples. I do like the PS3 for it's Blu-ray and browser capability. It's gaming ability is great and had I not a flawless 360 to compare it to on this 12 foot HD screen, I wouldn't think twice about it. I am, however, dissatisfied with the poor power from the HDMI that plagues the PS3 on longer cable runs. That is not an issue with the 360. And the lack of an ir (for simple universal remote use) and no removable battery pack is just simply stupid. Yes, the lithium batteries do last a long time in the PS3, but they still die and need charging. In my 360 I use removable rechargeable AA NiMH batteries. There's always a set charging and thus always a set ready to go. I switch them out and continue to keep gaming - wireless. The PS3 non-removable batteries means you can't.

CONCLUSION: If you do not currently own a PS3 or Elite 360 and are trying to decide to buy just one, ask yourself what is most important. If it's having the ability to play Blu-rays and game on-line for free and maybe surf now and again then I suggest the PS3. If it's all about serious gaming, then it's the Elite 360. Note that I do not know when Microsoft got the 360 working correctly. All I know is that I have a white one from 2004 (I think) and it's crap. And I have a black one from 2008 (I think) called the Elite and it rocks!

Don't take my word for it about the poor HDMI power of the PS3. Google it for yourself. I have created several theater set ups like my own and each time it is a chore to get the PS3 to communicate continually well with other devices. The average viewer may never notice, but audiovideo geeks like me do. On an all black image, if you are having digital drop off like the PS3 often does, you will see speckles of white like in old films. It's called sparklies and the PS3 is known for them. Again, we're talking HDMI runs over 6 feet. Not a concern in a typical home set up, but definitely a concern for large home theaters.

FINAL WORDS: These are not my opinions. I have no love of Microsoft. Actually, I hate Microsoft for several reasons. These are my observations based on my set up and my desires. Yours may be different. I'm simply wishing to inform others of my personal experience... and I hope this helps.

UPDATE 11/14/2010 (dropped to 3 stars): Way too many freeze ups / glitches. The PS3 is not a new system and has no good excuse for this! I cannot recommend to anyone to buy a PS3 UNLESS you absolutely want a great Blu-ray player in addition to a gaming system with free on-line play. My Xbox 360 Elite still reigns supreme as the best gaming system...and I hate Microsoft, so that's a tough statement to make, but I call 'em as I see 'em.

ANOTHER UPDATE Feb 2011 & loses another star rating: I absolutely hate how it seems like every game update stops all play on the PS3. Unlike game updates on the 360, when the PS3 needs to update a game it CANNOT be done in the background, but rather stops all other activities on the PS3 while it does the game update. Most (if not all) 360 game updates can be done in the background while you are free to perform other activities with your 360. Not so on the PS3. Just another annoying thing about the PS3. Pop in an older game or even a newer one that hasn't been in the machine in awhile and get ready to go do something else for awhile while your PS3 does nothing else but the update (sometimes for 30 minutes or more).
I am disappointed in the PS3. While the 360 in general has had several problems in it's past, it is easily argued that it has finally been pleasantly refined to near perfection. The PS3? Nope, not even close.

02/18/2011: I'm done. I've had it. I promise this is the last comment/post I will make about the PS3. Use it as you will.
The PS3 sux compared to the newest 360. Quantum Solace just froze up AGAIN and ANOTHER software update consumed the PS3 for over 10 minutes and I'm just sick of it. My Elite 360 NEVER gives me one single issue like this. Hey SONY, ever heard of BACKGROUND downloads? Anyone who recommends the PS3 over the 360 has NOT used the newer 360. It is flawless, but simply lacks Blu-ray. The latest PS3 is so full of shortcomings (as mentioned) that I have grown to despise it. Were it not for the Blu-ray feature, I wouldn't keep it. But hey, you don't have to take my word for it. Buy a new 360 and a new PS3 and judge for yourself.............I'm done!

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Mr. Le

One of my favourite systems.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on September 22, 2022

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I previously had own a PS3 slim and it was one of my favourite owned consoles. There are so many classics such as the Uncharted series, Heavy Rain, Little Big Planet, and Batman Arkham series. The controllers were a big upgrade over the PS2. It was also the first Sony console to have 1080 supported. People don't remember that the first generation PS3s were sold at prices higher than the PS5s.

I bought a used PS3 to play the games I still have on my PSN account. The condition was described as very good. However, the controller and system had significant damages to it. I was pretty disappointed and ended up returning it. I will try again if I see one on Amazon for a good price.

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C W

Absolutely worth the money

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 2, 2019

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I purchased this from ZAK'S VIDEOGAME SHACK, and it was exactly as shown and described. I distinctly remember thinking, upon receiving the console, the care it was packaged with, and that it was very like new. I hooked it up and it worked perfectly from the start.
That along with the dedicated customer service I received, I would absolutely trust buying other items from this seller.

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Roger Pasichnyk

An Oldie but a Classic

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 14, 2020

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My grandson had asked to borrow my Playstation 3 in order to attempt to play online with a cousin whose internet speed was a limiting factor and I decided to purchase one for him. While this was a "step backward" from his current generation, it would still provide DVD, BluRay and video services as well as access to an immense library of games. I discovered I had to choose a used unit and selected according to the condition of the unit. The PS3 arrived in good time. The case exhibited scratches (a dog?) and one analog stick was mildly malfunctioning (causing grenades to cook and be thrown randomly). In the initial setup and account creation, we discovered that despite being scrubbed an account of the previous owner still persisted, necessitating a few extra steps to work around. The PS3 is working well.

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MA

Misleading Product Description and Questionable Amazon Ranking

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 14, 2022

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How come the product is described "very good" and then it has a hanging controller (defect) and the console frame is broken (sharp edge) near the power button!! This is really misleading. I decided to buy it as the seller description was "very good" compared to others with "good", but I am not sure now what that "very good" refers to?! Also, I checked the seller score and it was 100%, but later on found most of the recent purchases were poor (dusty, broken ...etc) and still not reflected in the ranking. I wonder how Amazon is ranking these sellers and how we consumers get deceived with that indicators. This policy needs to be reviewed. Still to be fair the console is working, but I had to buy a new controller to use it. Let me test for the next days and hopefully it will continue to work. Some other reviews reported that the product stopped working after a few games 😞.

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Ivor Summersides

2000’s Kid Longing for Nostalgia

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 3, 2022

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Bought a used console from EverydayDealsCanada in “Very Good” condition. Completely accurate description, the unit came cleaned up, and complete with a (Red, score!) controller and all the cords that you would find in the box as if it were new. The HDMI plug on the back of the unit is slightly wonky, but works. Overall, if works just fine and I can play the games that I enjoyed before online play became overbearing.

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