The first word: The name of the next Sony super system is definitely PS3 or PlayStation 3. Nothing fancy or surprising there. And, at least Sony didn't go with PlayStation 361 to out do Microsoft.

Blu-ray Disc

The built-in Blu-ray Disc player means you can enjoy next-generation high-definition entertainment, including games and movies.

Multimedia: Photos, Music, Videos, Internet

PLAYSTATION 3 provides an endless array of multimedia activities, all without even inserting a game.

Always On

PLAYSTATION 3 delivers “always-on” online connectivity; offering a world of online possibilities including multiplayer gaming, text and video messaging, voice chatting, downloading content and browsing the internet.

SIXAXIS™ Wireless Controller

The new SIXAXIS™ wireless controller enables you to harness the powerful potential of the PLAYSTATION®3 system.

Backwards Compatibility

Play thousands of PS one™ and PlayStation®2 games as well as your CDs and DVDs on the PLAYSTATION®3.

System Interoperability

PLAYSTATION 3 and PSP  (PlayStation® Portable) play nice together. Easily exchange media like photos, videos and music from your PLAYSTATION 3 system to your PSP system. And get ready to witness an explosion in creativity as developers take on the challenge of integrating the PSP system into PLAYSTATION 3 games.


High-Definition Capabilities

Enjoy high-definition entertainment, HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) means you can use your PLAYSTATION®3 with High-Definition displays as well as conventional or standard TVs.

Hard Disc Drive (HDD)

The PLAYSTATION®3 comes with either a 20GB or 60GB removable hard disk drive (HDD).