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New PlayStation 3 model may be in the works, FCC filing suggests

JC Fletcher — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 11:21:00 EST

A new filing on the FCC database shows what appears to be a new model of PlayStation 3. Most of the information is confidential by request, but a diagram showing the location of the FCC ID (above) suggests a hardware configuration that is shaped differently from the existing PS3 Slim - in fact, it's closer in shape to the original PS3.

From the diagram alone, it's impossible to tell how this potential model differs in size. Perhaps it's tiny like a PSOne. Or perhaps it's just a slight cosmetic modification that will result in a functionally identical system. Develop reported rumors that this new model will be officially revealed at Gamescom; we're checking in with Sony, but it's likely we won't hear anything official until the convention.

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Fox Entertainment Group FCC filing points to new video service on consoles

David Hinkle — Mon, 16 May 2011 23:30:00 EST

According to some FCC documents that have surfaced online, yet another content streaming service could be headed to gaming consoles soon. A filing of an FCC call (PDF link) between the Fox Entertainment Group and a multichannel video programming distribution partner shows this partner's intent to broaden the platforms it offers content on -- a move that will see "its subscription and on-demand video services available directly to widely-marketed consumer electronics devices, such as game consoles" sometime in the "near future." Fox content would obviously be offered.

There isn't any evidence suggesting who the distribution partner is, but Gamasutra surmises it is a major cable, FiOS or satellite provider operating in the US. Currently, there are a wide range of streaming services on consoles: Netflix and Hulu Plus offer consumers video content on consoles, and AT&T's U-verse service has been available on Xbox 360 since October -- plus, let's not forget about Microsoft and Sony's built-in distribution systems on their respective platforms.

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New PS3 models (2500 series) tested by FCC

Andrew Yoon — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:30:00 EST

Filed under: Weird But True, Opinions, New In Pop Culture

As spotted by Engadget a few days ago, the FCC has tested new PS3 models, including a new debugging station. CECH-2501, as listed, undoubtedly features a few changes from the current Slim series: CECH-2100. Sony has tweaked the PS3 hardware over the years (with many minor changes unannounced to the public). Likely, this new hardware continues Sony's cost-cutting measures. But will it feature any consumer-oriented changes? Perhaps we'll find out tomorrow at Sony's E3 press conference.

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Rumor: Image of 3DS motherboard submitted to FCC leaked

Griffin McElroy — Mon, 17 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

A recent Federal Communications Commission filing made by Nintendo has been the source of no small amount of speculation over the past few days. The seemingly innocuous entry on the FCC's site was submitted to get the Nintendo DS Wi-Fi card approved for U.S. distribution -- however, the image submitted alongside the filing (which has since been removed) is believed by some to give a few hints about the internal composition of the Nintendo 3DS.

Digital Foundry has a great breakdown of the image, which appears to exhibit the motherboard of a DS test kit or development kit. The tech site points out that one of the screens adheres to the 4:3 aspect ratio of current DS models, while one screen appears to be substantially wider. If this is a stripped-down version of the 3DS, this could indicate that only one of its two screens uses 3D display technology.

Also worth noting is the "CTR" designation the hardware is given in the FCC listing. As Digital Foundry points out, each model of the DS has had a three-letter codename for internal use: The DSi was called "TWL," the DSi XL was called "UTL," and so on. CTR is a whole new callsign, which may indicate that this is a whole new piece of hardware. We've contacted Nintendo to see if we can get a comment on the filing -- at the very least, we should learn the accuracy of this speculation during Nintendo's E3 press conference on June 15.

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PlayStation Move sub-controller now called 'Navigation Controller'

Alexander Sliwinski — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:02:00 EST

Sony's PlayStation Move sub-controller had its naming day at the FCC and marched off proudly as the "Navigation Controller." Mazel tov. The Sony America website has been updated to reflect the change. Meanwhile, the Wii Nunchuk controller is sipping its scotch in the corner and laughing maniacally over (somehow) having the cooler name.

The next major public opportunity for the "Navigation Controller" to shake and Move its assets will be at Sony's E3 press conference, slated for June 15.

Source -- PlayStation Move navigation controller [Sony]
Source -- FCC

Gallery: PlayStation Move (Joystiq's Photos)

[Via Engadget]

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Game developers speak with FCC about bandwidth concerns

Mike Schramm — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST

Last month, a group of online game developers (from companies like Turbine and Vivox, and even a board candidate for the Independent Game Developers Association) met with the FCC to argue for Internet neutrality, and against Internet Service Providers offering premium access and bandwidth to paying game publishers (here's the PDF of the meeting notes). The argument here, brought up again by a think tank called Digital Society, is about differentiating certain network connections from others -- if you allow ISPs to charge for accounts with better quality of service (QoS), then it's possible, argue these game developers, that companies or customers who don't pay will end up suffering from lag and other game-breaking problems.

It's a tough issue. As the game devs told the FCC, bandwidth is already tough to program around (especially in games like FPSes where nanoseconds count), and with the advent of bandwidth-intensive services like OnLive and "peering" rather than dedicated servers, these developers argue that ISPs charging companies for QoS would edge out entrepreneurs and actually discourage innovation in gaming. ISPs answer that a premium service doesn't mean the non-premium service is bad, just that they want to offer premium products to customers (and of course rake in the ensuing fees). Unfortunately, it's going to take more than just an FCC workshop to solve this ongoing concern.

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Sony: 250GB HDD + Uncharted 2 PS3 bundle 'complete fabrication' [update]

Ben Gilbert — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:20:00 EST

A PlayStation 3 Slim bundle containing a 250GB hard drive and Uncharted 2 was leaked by an anonymous tipster at Engadget. Though no price or release date info was provided, Engadget was able to independently confirm the bundle's legitimacy. We've reached out to Sony for comment ~~and have yet to hear back as of publication~~ [see update below], though a representative from Uncharted 2 developer Naughty Dog had yet to even hear of the bundle.

Considering we heard about the larger hard drive nearly a month ago via an FCC filing (those things don't lie people!), we're pretty sure the Sony's just holding off on an announcement until the Tokyo Game Show next week. Those three UK-based PS3 bundles now seem to be that much more likely, don't they?

Update: Sony America says, "That tip is a complete fabrication." To be clear, this statement does not represent SCE (Japan) or SCEE (Europe), though it does absolutely deny the existence of any 250GB PlayStation 3 bundle in the US this year.

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Xbox 360 802.11n WiFi adapter reviewed by FCC

Griffin McElroy — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:00:00 EST

The IEEE recently standardized the 802.11n WiFi protocol, which has unofficially been appearing in consumer electronics products for over two years now. It seems that Microsoft is planning on keeping up with the times, as the Federal Communications Commission recently evaluated an "Xbox 360 Wireless N Networking Adapter" that adheres to the new WLAN standard. Using said protocol, this new adapter should afford users double the transfer speed they had using their previous dongles, and will also provide a massive boost in connection range to WiFi hotspots.

Of course, none of this matters if the thing costs $200 -- an estimate we arrived at using the "double the antennas, double the price" principle. We've contacted Microsoft for comment on the new hardware's due date and price point, and to find out if the new model effectively means we'll never, ever, ever see built-in WiFi for the 360.

[Via Engadget]

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LGJ: You down with FCC?

Mark Methenitis — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 03:00:00 EST

Each week Mark Methenitis contributes Law of the Game on Joystiq ("LGJ"), a column on legal issues as they relate to video games:

With its proposal for universal ratings, the FCC is in the news again. Yet, despite its filings having become a gold mine for breaking news, from bigger Slims to the secrets of turntablism, many people are not entirely familiar with what exactly the FCC does -- beyond, of course, Family Guy's take on the organization.

The Federal Communications Commission was created by the Communications Act of 1934 as the successor to the Federal Radio Commission. The FCC was originally tasked with managing all non-governmental use of the radio waves, as well as managing the telephone infrastructure. The initial rationale for managing the airwaves was relatively straightforward: no one could own the air or frequencies, and unless there was someone managing the use of the airwaves, broadcasting would fall into chaos. (Just imagine if there was no system in place to determine and assign broadcast frequencies.)

More importantly, there was a strong hope that the telephone system would work on a national level, and so consolidating management of these two key communication forces made sense. Over time, the organizations control has extended to all uses of the wireless spectrum, as well as all interstate and international telecommunications.

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FCC considering universal game ratings, ESA unimpressed

Richard Mitchell — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 22:00:00 EST

According to a Bloomberg report, the FCC will soon begin looking into the development of a universal rating system that would span television, games and mobile phone content. Unsurprisingly, the move comes in response to a Congressional call to see whether inappropriate content is harming children and if the current laws are adequate to protect them.

The Entertainment Software Association, according to the report, has previously stated that the FCC has no jurisdiction over video games. In a statement given to GameSpot, ESA senior vice president for communications and industry affairs Rich Taylor stated that the current ESRB rating system is "considered by parents, family advocates, the Federal Trade Commission, and elected officials as the gold standard in providing caregivers with the information they need to make the right choices for their families." He added further that a new universal system would "confuse consumers, violate the Constitution's first amendment, and are a solution in search of a problem."

We might also add that television, video games and mobile phone content are -- with few exceptions -- different forms of media. After all, it doesn't really make sense to use the same scale to judge both Batman: Arkham Asylum and your "Yakety Sax" ringtone. Or does it?

Source - Bloomberg
Source - GameSpot

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FCC exposes, dissects DJ Hero turntable peripheral

Griffin McElroy — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:29:00 EST

This has been a big week for pieces of gaming hardware getting explodified -- this time around, the subject of dissection is the turntable peripheral for Activision's upcoming Mix Master Mike sim, DJ Hero. However, the disassembly wasn't committed by a tech-savvy hacker, or even a DIY site. Instead, the operation was performed by the Federal Communications Commission. Yes, your tax dollars are being applied to the destruction of video game peripherals.

Though most of the depictions of the turntable controller have been glamorous but somewhat non-revealing, the FCC completely exposes the controller in it's most vulnerable state. We'd say the FCC is kind of like the Hustler of gaming hardware snapshots -- but we would never actually say that because that would be an awfully creepy thing to say on a video game blog.

[Thanks, Caleb]

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LGJ: Welcome to the Big Leagues of Deception

Mark Methenitis — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 02:00:00 EST

Each week Mark Methenitis contributes Law of the Game on Joystiq ("LGJ"), a column on legal issues as they relate to video games:

There are, in the legal profession, certain kinds of activities that really make a statement after the fact about just how big a company is. One of those activities is using subterfuge in either getting a deal done or in filing with the government. When I say subterfuge, I don't mean with the intent to defraud anyone, but rather with the intent that things be kept a secret. Walt Disney used dozens of companies to acquire the land that would later become Disney World, and now Sony is using alternate entities to file for FCC clearances on the PS3 Slim. Of course, I'm sure many of you are wondering how all this works, and why companies go to all this trouble.

The why is a slightly simpler answer than the how. Put simply: the company doesn't want the public to know. The reasons for the why are pretty varied. In Sony's case, they were trying to preserve the surprise we've talked about in previous LGJ columns. In the Disney case, they were trying to prevent people from either buying up the land they were trying to acquire to then re-sell it to Disney at a huge markup or prevent people from prospectively buying up all the land around the development. While a theme park is an extreme example, the same could apply if, say, Microsoft, decided to build a new campus somewhere other than Redmond.

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FCC document indicates Sony planning 250GB PS3 Slim

Randy Nelson — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:02:00 EST

When it rains PS3 news, it evidently pours PS3 news (which is better than pouring actual PS3s -- that'd hurt!). A document dug up on the FCC website by PS3News appears to hold proof that Sony is already planning a follow-up -- albeit in capacity only -- to the 120 gigabyte PS3 Slim announced today. Carrying the model number CECH-2001B (as opposed to ending in "A"), the unit is listed as sporting a 250GB hard disk.

The document states that the two consoles (along with two Slim debug unit models) were actually tested by the FCC back in March of this year and seem to have been sneakily submitted by Sony Computer Entertainment America under the guise of a fictitious business (Sand Dollar Enterprise) located at ... SCEA's Foster City, Calif. address. Sort of silly, if you ask us, but hey -- it worked.

[Via Engadget]

Source -- FCC Report [PDF]

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LGJ: Supreme Court Decision Doesn't Bode Well

Mark Methenitis — Sat, 30 May 2009 01:00:00 EST

Filed under: Features

Each week Mark Methenitis contributes Law of the Game on Joystiq ("LGJ"), a column on legal issues as they relate to video games:

The recent FCC v. Fox decision seems to have gone relatively unnoticed in the gaming press. Yes, the case at hand was about broadcast media and the FCC, and yes, the makeup of the court is now certain to change since the decision came down. However, neither of these potentially distracting facts should take away from what this decision really is: yet another expansion of the government's censorship power over the public. If there is anything the gaming public should be paying attention to, given the continued anti-game activism, is successful control over other media. And there are really three major concerns that come from this ruling.

First, I want to make it clear what this ruling is not. The ruling is not an actual victory for game opponents. While it makes some suggestions, the precedent can't be directly applied to the game industry at this time. After all, there is no governmental body to control game releases because those releases are not being made over licensed broadcast spectrum. After all, the government only controls TV broadcasts because the government owns the airwaves. More importantly, this ruling is not purely about censorship or the First Amendment. A significant part of this case is administrative law, and for those same reasons, it's not applicable to the game industry.

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PSP-3001 unmasked by FCC, good parts remain veiled

James Ransom-Wiley — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:15:00 EST

Filed under: Sony PSP

The PSP-3000 series is real, folks. And that's about as far as we get in today's episode. The FCC filing for the "PSP-3001" has been pulled, thumbed and returned. What was found looks disappointingly similar to the current PSP hardware model, though there is that thick wall of confidentiality standing in the way (the one we're just dying to take a sledgehammer to). From what we can see, there appears to be no evidence of the rumored built-in mic or "Home" button redesign, and the metallic ring doesn't look any thinner. You can see for yourself in the alternate views posted after the break.

[Via Engadget]

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PSP-3001 discovered on FCC website, reveals nothing new (so far)

Andrew Yoon — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:45:00 EST

Filed under: News

The PSP-3001 is real, folks. The next generation follow-up to the current PSP-2000 series system was discovered on the FCC website. Problem? We don't see anything particularly new about it ... yet. Unfortunately, many of the more interesting details about the system are still unavailable for public access. Expect to see more info coming out of Sony about this next PSP revision in the coming weeks.

[Via Engadget]

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New PlayStation 3 FCC filing found, likely 80GB

Ross Miller — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:15:00 EST

Filed under: Sony PlayStation 3

A new FCC filing has revealed the PlayStation 3 CECHL01. No details are provided, but the likely candidate is the recently-unveiled 80GB for $399 with no PS2 backwards compatibility (BC). All PS3 filings have followed the CECH_01 model -- i.e. CECHA01 is the original 60GB with full BC (check out our 2007 PS3 SKU guide for more information).

[Via Engadget, PC World]

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Sony files for a PS3 change with the FCC, but what?

Nick Doerr — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:30:00 EST

Filed under: News

It seems Sony and the FCC have a little deal going on, as they've filed for a change regarding the PS3 besides the wireless module. Sony's letter states that "this is not to cause any modification to the mentioned electric characteristics and RF characteristics". While our mumbo-jumbo isn't fluent, we want to assume Sony is going to create future PS3's with the new 45nm Cell chip inside. That's our two cents, but it's really anyone's guess as this is all just speculation on our part.

[Thanks, Kspraydad!]

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FCC report: Sony changing PSP innards

Andrew Yoon — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 12:15:00 EST

Filed under: News

Click for high resolution image.

According to documents sent to the FCC on February 14th, it appears as though Sony is attempting to change the specifications of the PSP. The company is requesting a change for "AK8PSP2001." That looks like the PSP-2000 series to us. The document states that "we change parts other than a wireless module. This is not to cause any modification to the mentioned electric characteristics and RF characteristics."

The other documents on the FCC site are rather unhelpful, as they demonstrate the various radio capabilities of the PSP. What changes will be made to the PSP are unclear at the moment, but we'd postulate that these are simple cost-reducing measures, and is not indicative of a new PSP series. Why? Sony would most likely file a new model number altogether in that regard.

We doubt Sony will give specifics regarding this situation, but stay tuned for any new developments.

[Thanks, kspraydad!]

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FCC filing for PS3 updated with white model

Andrew Yoon — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:45:00 EST

Filed under: Hardware

Sony may be planning to release a white version of its 40GB PS3 system in America soon, according to updated photos presented to the FCC. The photos submitted showcase a very sleek looking white system from a variety of angles. As is typical for the 40GB model, it appears it only has two USB ports in front, and no memory card readers. This listing doesn't necessarily mean the white system is confirmed, but it does make it much more likely that PS3 shoppers will get a new color option in the future.

A SCEA rep responded: "As you may know, there are many FCC filings like this each year. We haven't made any announcements about upcoming PS3 plans, but are comfortable with our current two sku strategy. We are continually evaluating the market trends and consumer input to determine the appropriate PS3 models for our territory. "

[Thanks, Matt R.!]

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Blu-raySavings.com lists new PS3 model

Chris Powell — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 22:00:00 EST

Filed under: News

If you still needed more confirmation about Sony's new PS3 model, which most believe will be a slimmed-down 40GB unit, this might be just what you need. Sony's Blu-raySavings.com lists the new model as a qualifier to receive five free Blu-ray movies once you've purchased the system.

Earlier this week, Sony spun us into a frenzy when an FCC filing was published detailing some features of the CECHG01 model. At this point, we're not too sure what Sony's waiting for as it keeps declining to comment on one of the worst-kept secrets of recent memory. Just go ahead and announce the thing already!

[via NeoGAF]

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Wireless Rock Band guitar crashes through FCC's gates

Ross Miller — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:40:00 EST

Filed under: News

FCC employees must have had a lot of fun testing out this one. Though the hipsters might call it Exhibit VFR822151, to the layman it's the Bluetooth-enabled wireless Rock Band guitar for the PlayStation 3. Shown on the site are some test reports, pictures of the guitar's innards (ew!) and snippets of the manual.

Somewhat perplexing is the picture of a USB dongle (pictured after the break). Because of the Bluetooth technology, the guitar shouldn't need an intermediary device to connect to the PlayStation 3; however, the user manual included with the FCC exhibit clearly show the dongle as part of the setup process. Perhaps it'll become clearer closer to Rock Band's holiday launch.

[Via Engadget]

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Sony working on new 80GB PS3

Andrew Yoon — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 12:12:00 EST

Filed under: News

Xbox 360 Elite is Microsoft's attempt at matching PLAYSTATION 3's impressive hardware features. While the Elite doesn't provide wi-fi support like the premium PS3, nor does it feature integrated HD disc support, it does offer a whopping 120GB of hard disk space, dwarfing the 60GB PS3 hard drive.

According to a recent FCC filing, it appears Sony is going to modify the current PS3 and include a larger 80GB hard drive: "The model CECHE01 to be added by the difference of the capacity of hard disk." Although this doesn't match the Elite's hard drive, it does add even more value to the $599 PS3. Current users need not feel short-changed, though. Unlike 360 users, PS3 owners are free to install almost any hard drive into their system, without having to pay ridiculous prices for proprietary peripherals ($180 for 120GB hard drive?!).

[Via Engadget]

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PS3 passes FCC testing! Our baby is growing up...

Nick Doerr — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:30:00 EST

Filed under: News, Cell

What's the FCC? Basically, it's the regulatory body in the U.S. regulating communication through radio, television, wire, cable and satellite. The FCC has made the right decision in allowing the PS3 to pass. The final clock speed of the cell processor is 3.2GHz. This speed is now set in stone -- we don't have to worry about any more rumors about this or that being downgraded. It's official. It's great. If you really want to, you can download and check out the FCC report, or you can take our word for it: the PS3 is ready to go! All it needs is a home.

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