There's a few polls asking these questions and more posted after the jump. If you've got a few minutes, we'd love your input.
Update: We've closed the polls and posted the results after the jump. Thanks for your help!
There's a few polls asking these questions and more posted after the jump. If you've got a few minutes, we'd love your input.
Update: We've closed the polls and posted the results after the jump. Thanks for your help!
Reader Comments (89)
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:11PM (Unverified) said
Nice poll, I'm interested in what the results will be. It's not looking too mixed right now
Posted: Aug 16th 2009 12:18AM PN04 said
The results of the poll dont matter, nothing we say changes the fact that sony decides when it will release the slim and for how much. There's no reason for them to make this system any cheaper than the current models and every keeps thinking that the minute it arrives it'll signal a price drop.
IT DOESNT.
The slim is just another revision in the life of a product just like the PSone or the PStwo, there's no reason for this to be over blown into some crazy milestone of an event that people will just be disappointed with when it doesnt set the world on fire.
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IT DOESNT.
The slim is just another revision in the life of a product just like the PSone or the PStwo, there's no reason for this to be over blown into some crazy milestone of an event that people will just be disappointed with when it doesnt set the world on fire.
Posted: Aug 19th 2009 2:16PM JoshMilewski said
PN04, I'm from the future, so what you said is funny.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:12PM BiggRapp313 said
i hope it's real and i hope it's announced at gamecom because i'm tired of all the speculation and i'd like to see more people with PS3s. i'd also like for it to be true so more people will be able to afford a PS3 and have one with full backwards compatibilty.
Posted: Aug 17th 2009 9:40AM (Unverified) said
Yea.
Most of my friends that are holding off on buying a ps3 are doing so either because of backwards compatibility and/or the price.
However, if there was a system that needed a whole new model and re-branding, it's the 360. I know more people holding off from buying a 360 because they're still scared of it spontaneously combusting on the shelf.
Great choices we've had this generation, huh?
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Most of my friends that are holding off on buying a ps3 are doing so either because of backwards compatibility and/or the price.
However, if there was a system that needed a whole new model and re-branding, it's the 360. I know more people holding off from buying a 360 because they're still scared of it spontaneously combusting on the shelf.
Great choices we've had this generation, huh?
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:17PM Blackryuk said
It would be kool if it is real....tho wouldn't really affect me....all I need is a new hard drive more my 60 gig and i'll be set
Posted: Aug 17th 2009 9:26AM (Unverified) said
Seagate 500GB from newegg for $100 bucks. Did it a few days ago and am loving it :D
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:24PM (Unverified) said
I really don't think it's real. Price cut? Yes. PS3 Slim. I don't think so.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:24PM ChiTownRuler23 said
off topic: is any one else having trouble signing into PSN i tested my connection and it works i can go on the internet on my computer (obviously) but my PS3 wont connect to PSN
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:31PM (Unverified) said
try restarting your PS3 or wait a little while?
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:26PM (Unverified) said
I seriously think that it'll be a good thing in the long run. any publicity is good publicity for the brand right now.Well...
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:28PM psufan said
Hey, where did the post about The Last Guy Trophies go? I'm interested since I have the game. Someone jump the gun on a post again?
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM Andrew Yoon said
http://playstation.joystiq.com/trophies
I was updating the portal, and it accidentally appeared on the main page. Here you go.
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I was updating the portal, and it accidentally appeared on the main page. Here you go.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:59PM (Unverified) said
I think it'll be a good thing i reckon
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:29PM JuanLovesHorror said
Who ever choose $199.00 as the PS3 slim's price point must also believe in the tooth fairy.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 8:58PM (Unverified) said
i chose 250$. ts reasonable. 250$ or 300$
200$ ? hey psp go costs 50$ then that. its not going to happen. kind of think of it...ps3 will cost 50$ more if sold at 300$. hmm.
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200$ ? hey psp go costs 50$ then that. its not going to happen. kind of think of it...ps3 will cost 50$ more if sold at 300$. hmm.
Posted: Aug 17th 2009 4:54AM (Unverified) said
I totally agree. If the slim does come out It will not cost any less than $400. It will probably lower the cost of production, wich would make it easier for sony to drop the price in the future, but it wont be cheap right away.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:52PM (Unverified) said
Great poll, you should do them more often.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:13PM (Unverified) said
I think its true. But not the price rumor. i wont get mad if they announce a price cut or even ps3 slim with 299 price tag IF they give backwards compatibility... even if its only for some games
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 6:31PM Johnnynumber5 is powered by cell said
I guess you want to keep your cake and eat it too. There is no way in hell they will launch a $299 model with backwards compatibility. Not now and not ever. This is one of the few times where us early adopters didn't get shafted by additional features to less expensive models. Besides, Sony will start selling PS2 classics on PSN before they release a software solution to BC especially with PS2's being so cheap and owners wanting features like cross game chat and invite, custom soundtracks and Home integration for trophies among other requested features.
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Posted: Aug 16th 2009 12:57AM Vidikron said
"Sony will start selling PS2 classics on PSN before they release a software solution to BC"
If they do that though it would mean they have a software BC solution. I don't think we will see a PS2 Classics section without also seeing some form of software PS2 BC.
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If they do that though it would mean they have a software BC solution. I don't think we will see a PS2 Classics section without also seeing some form of software PS2 BC.
Posted: Aug 17th 2009 11:45AM (Unverified) said
@johnnynumber5 if you had been a true early adopter, you would have BC. The first few models did have it.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:32PM (Unverified) said
my 60gb ps3 died a couple of days ago, i'm thinking of buying a slim (as soon as it is released) for 300€, rather than paying up to 200€ and waiting far too long for repair of my old one. i hope some software backwards compatibility will be present, i still have couple of ps2 games to play
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:35PM killer174 said
i hope it's real cause i'm tired of reading news about a console that i don't have, and when it comes out it will be cheaper (hopefuly) and i'll be able to afford it :)
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 1:36PM (Unverified) said
I haven't heard about the rumored backwards compatibility but to be honest, I mostly just glance at news concerning the PS3 Slim nowadays. If it has backwards compatibility (and is real, of course), I'm glad I've held off on getting one until a price drop. That's a system seller for me as my PS2 is on life support.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:17PM RagingStormX said
It would be nice to have "multiple colours" as an option in the rumoured features most appealing. But a nice poll none the less.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:20PM DX2069 said
i dont want them to make the PS3 slim ppl need to get over how much the real one costs and just buy it if they want one
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 6:03PM (Unverified) said
Your just mad you spend 400 plus on a fat PS3 knowing soon people, like myself, are going to purchase a slim ps3 with a price cut and PS2 backwards capability.
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Posted: Aug 16th 2009 3:34AM (Unverified) said
Umm. Im pretty sure mine was like 600 dollars.... and I'm glad. I'm playing games and enjoying my BC while you cheapos wait out for a downgrade.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:21PM (Unverified) said
If this is real, and has BC and is only $300, I'll sell my 60gb for $200, give you whatever hdd is in the slim, plus 2 Sixaxis controllers.
Bam, what a deal.
Bam, what a deal.
Posted: Aug 17th 2009 5:29AM Fane1024 said
You can't swap hard drives from one PS3 to another and keep the data. You can't install a back-up file made on one PS3 onto another. You can copy non-protected saves (and certain other files) to an external storage device and put them on a new system. You can also re-download games, demos, and DLC to up to 5 different PS3s. In short, your plan won't work as is.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM (Unverified) said
Im interested in getting one but we should stop all these silly rumours and stories now until its announced and start talking about games again.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM (Unverified) said
Yeah, I think its real.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:36PM (Unverified) said
To whoever came up with the price point of $199.99 - what were you smoking and where I can get some? :) That's hillarious - non-realistic too. In any event, I think a price drop of $100.00 across all SKU's would be a good thing to help increase the movement of PS3's. Then again, people could....gasp....what a concept!.....actually try saving for a change to be able to afford it. I know its a new concept for many people, but try putting $50.00 away every pay cheque and you'll be able to afford a PS3 soon.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 2:46PM (Unverified) said
i think its real i just don't like the look of the ones that have leaked, looks too plastic and tacky, hope there is one and has more of a finish like the current one
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 3:10PM (Unverified) said
I'm of the opposite opinion. I don't use mine much apart from Blu rays & tv recording but the shiny polycarb finish of the current model is so easily scratched and is annoying to keep free from fingerprints. I sold my 80gb last week in anticipation of the cut and I'm hopeing for a matt finish to replace it.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 3:02PM (Unverified) said
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 3:03PM GordL said
One thing the polls need is an option for people that already own the PS3. I think it's great that we may see a slimmer PS3 at a reduced price, but I'm not interested in one because I already own one.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 3:13PM (Unverified) said
C'mon, PS3 slim? Fake. You can't believe everything you read on the internet.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 4:47PM (Unverified) said
Maybe not, but it's definitely real. I mean everything being said couldn't possibly be a coincidence.
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Posted: Aug 15th 2009 3:45PM Quest said
Its real. It is SOP with Sony. PS2 Slim. PSP 2000/3000/Go.
Slim plus Price cut on Phat for Holiday 2009 plus Spring 2010 lineup equals BIG jump in console sales for the next 6 months.
Slim plus Price cut on Phat for Holiday 2009 plus Spring 2010 lineup equals BIG jump in console sales for the next 6 months.
Posted: Aug 15th 2009 6:36PM biglozbowski said
and the Playstation/PS1 slimline. I'm sure it'll happen. Makes sense for Sony to drop the price on the 'fat' PS3s and discontinue them then (eventually) lower the slim PS3s to match this price..... or not.
Great poll!!
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Great poll!!
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