Other Source Component Reviews

Connections
Outputs:
Video: HDMI (1), proprietary audio/video "Multi" out (1, supports component video, S-video, and composite video)
Audio: Digital optical (1), proprietary audio/video "Multi" out (1, supports analog stereo)
Additional: USB 2.0 (4)
Networking: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet (1)
Wireless: 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 (1, EDR)

Features
Compatible Game Formats: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, PlayStation
Compatible Playback Formats: Blu-ray, BD-ROM, BD-R/-RE, DVD-Video, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, CD, CD-R/-RW, SACD, MP3, AAC, ATRAC, JPEG, MPEG-4
Possible Playback Resolutions: 1080p/1080i/720p/480p/480i
Memory-Card Slots: Memory Stick (1, standard, Duo, PRO), SD (1), Compact Flash (1; Type I/II, Microdrive)
Available Finishes: Black
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 3.9 x 12.8 x 10.8
Weight (pounds): 11
Included: Proprietary composite video/analog stereo A/V "Multi" cable, SIXAXIS controller, USB minicable, Ethernet cable, AC power cable

Ratings: Sony PlayStation 3

Build Quality: 91
• A massive, gleaming, mostly plastic testament to the greatness of mankind
• The power supply is inside the chassis; no external power block

Value: 97
• No Blu-ray/DVD remote; no HDMI cable. But it's still the cheapest Blu-ray player.
• You probably heard they're taking a big loss on every unit, which is the consumer's gain

Features: 93
• No home networking but abundant onboard entertainment options • A powerful Internet browser supporting e-commerce, plus future upgrades

Performance: 95
• Overlook the occasional audio pop, Blu-ray hiccup, or game freeze
• The speed and quality on games, movies, music, and photos can be astounding

Ergonomics: 92
• The XMB puts everything at your fingertips, with probably the best controller design ever
• I wish that cool features like PSP wireless Remote Play were easier to configure

Overall Rating: 94
Have you been waiting to take the Blu-ray plunge? Are you worried that your library of PS1 and PS2 games will be obsolete? Dive fearlessly into the future with the PS3, an elegant conglomeration of the best entertainment technology.

General Information
PlayStation 3 (60 GB), $599
Sony Computer Entertainment America
(800) 345-SONY
www.us.playstation.com