The new PS3 slim is quite an improvement over the older one in most ways

First, let me tell you that i have owned both systems the orignal 40gb PS3 and this 120gb PS3 slim.

The new ps3 slim is (obviously) lighter, thinner, and more compact overall. On the outside, the ps3 is now a flat black color, which is great for reducing unsightly finger prints. The buttons are no longer touch style (i was disappointed) and are now replaced with regular clicking buttons.

The power scource is much more energy efficient and once you turn it in it actually feels smoother (and quiter) running then the original ps3. I also noticed my slim is much quiter, my original is at least twice as loud as the slim. Both systems play all PS3 games and bluray movies (bluray movies look amazing off the ps3 if you have the right HD equipment!) Some of the older PS3 systems are backwards compatible, the slim is not. So if your dying to play a collection of ps2 games you have, you might wanna go for an older systme that is backwards compatible. But im sure once you start playing ps3 games, you'll totally forget about your PS2 collection!

Inside the ps3 slim is also a HUGE fan...(google it there's plenty of pictures# and thats likely what keeps it cool despite its compact figure. Even after playing some long runs on my ps3 slim, there's not more of a heat output then my orignal. PS3's dont really having a heating problem, leave that to the XBOX 360s. I do have one tip though, some ps3 slim users have been experiencing problems and saying their PS3 slims run hot. To prevent this, look at the power cable, on both ends there is white text on the actual cable, make sure on the side going in the ps3 and in the outlet, that the white text is facing upwards. I have NO clue why this is but it does run cooler when its put that way.

Games are quite amazing and ps3 gameplay doesn't change from the orignal to the slim except for the fact that my ps3 slim loads maybe a second or two faster then my original. Online gaming is still the same, lag-free and fast if you have a high speed connection! #TIP: configure your router if you can to let your ps3 have priority on bandwith, it helps especially when downloading 1GB+ demo's)

Hard drive swapping is still a breeze. A screw here and there and you just pop out the old one and in with the new! My original ps3 is running a 320gb Western Digital drive. If your looking for an adequate sized drive i recommend the Western Digital 320GB Scorpio Blue SATAII 5400RPM 2.5IN 8MB Bulk/OEM Hard Drive WD3200BEVT You can get them for easily under $70 now, i've seen them as low as $50. It runs pretty cool and has lasted

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All in one system, what else can you really say. This is my second one so that says something right?

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I got the PS3 for my 12yr old son for Christmas.. he loves it! And i love that it has the bluray player. Its a 2 for 1 deal! Plus you are able to get online, download movies, games, etc.. Great price for everything it includes, and Amazon got it to me in approx 5days shipping in busy Christmas time.

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A PlayStation 3 is a Blu-Ray player, a music player, a video disc player, and many other things. Oh, yea: and you can play games on it. What more do you need?

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I'm a proud owner of this masterpiece. It doesn't overheat as much as previous consoles. I used to play games, watch movies from my usb (.avi or mp4), and browse the internet.

Also the console has lower rate of dying than the XBOX 360.

With the upcoming ps3 exclusives, this is the perfect time to get on the ps3 boat. I promise you will not regret it.

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Way better and way smaller than the old fat one. I don't regret buying this at all.

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The new PS3 slim just arrived at my house yesterday, and I was immediatly impressed. I owned a launch day 60GB PS3, and loved that machine, and have about 20+ games. I sold the 60GB PS3 when I saw leaked chinease pictures. On with the review!

Upon opening the Amazon box for the PS3 slim, I immediatly was taken back by the retro packaging, notably the new "old" logo, PlayStation 3 logo. Nice refresh from the copycat Spiderman 3 font, which I was very tired of, and was originally dissapointed they changed to that font in the first place. I am an old school playstation fan from the SNES CD days in Nintendo Power. Bought an original Playstation back in the day in 1996 too. Where you had to get your Twisted Metal fix with the machine upside down.

Case Design:

I love the new PS3, the case design is fantastic. The plastic feels much more solid that the clear acrilyc of the original PS3. There is no door to break off for the card ports. It doesn't weigh 11 pounds either! It is also very stable laying flat on the entertainment center. It does not feel cheap at all. I love the new fingerprint free finish. The new non touch buttons are much better in my opinion, they give you some feedback that the button was pressed. Very nice. The power cable is also the smaller "laptop style" 2 wire cable. No external power brick to hide like 360 or PS2 slim either. I'm glad they made the system a little deeper to accomadate an internal power supply.

Overall Case design compared to original PS3 design: 9/10 Very good

Really that is the only difference realistically from the old PS3 and the new Slim.

Bottom line:

If you do not develop programs for the Cell architecture, Linux support is not really necessary. Also the Card reader slots were hardly ever used, and two USB ports are perfectly fine. I've heard reports of the BD-Rom being slower in the Slim vs Phat. However I didn't notice anything, but I wasn't timing load times either. I find the reports of the drive being slower suspect. I doubt the drive is the reason since I can't believe it is anything but a 2X drive just like the old one.

I would recommend the new PS3 Slim for everyone except the most hardcore 1337 gamers out there that have tons of stuff hooked up to their PS3 and are trolling message boards from their PS3 running linux on their 24" Monitor. LOL

But seriously, this PS3 is very good. I would recommend the Slim over the 80GB old version, if you are struggling with a decision. If you are casual, don't buy a used 60GB PS3, buy a new Slim.

Thanks for reading my rant!

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I was trying to decide between the xbox 360 and this. I got this because it has blu ray and 3-D capabilities. I have enjoyed it so far and look forward to using it to its fullest on my new TV I am going to purchase this spring.

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left my PS3 SLIM on (paused during gaming) while i went on vacation for 3 days and half, got home and continue playing where i left for like 2 more hours before i turned it off. This is not the first, second or third time that i've done this. I owned 9 PS3 SLIMS (5 in each of my rooms & 4 in my parents house) never had a single problem with PS3 CONSOLES. -----CAN'T DO THIS ON XBOX!!!------

Sold 7 of my old fat PS3s on ebay in less than 4 days!!!!

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With all the features your capable of in a console this one takes the crown. They offer not only great picture quality, digital audio out, the controllers are built in wireless blu tooth, unlike xbox where you have spend 40 more dollars on the recharge pack. The playstation move is years ahead of the xbox kinect project. The games are in true full hd unlike wii or xbox. There is an internet browser, and enough storage to last you a good amount of time. If your going to spend your money you should buy this flagship of gaming. Ive owned one for a long time now, and the only reason I upgraded was to have the newest and best.

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I have always had an Xbox 360, but now that I own a PS3 I hardly ever use my Xbox. The only time I need it is for the occasional Microsoft exclusive titles, but I would tell anyone out there to get a PS3. It is by far the best gaming system.

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I sold my original 60gb so that I could buy a slim. Let me tell you, in comparison it's virtually silent except for an occasional sound and it's so light. Only downside to the slim, which for me is really only a minor annoyance, is the fact that there's no power switch--you have pull out the cable if you don't wanna leave it on standby. Another thing is the matte has a cheap look, but it's still the same great system. If you're torn about choosing a system, go with Sony ..the fact that I only use it to play games occasionally speaks for itself. I love it.

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I bought this PS3 for my son in August and it's awesome. I play with him all the time. It's addicting. And it's new look is cool. I recommend this product to everyone!

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I got this so I could play Little Big Planet and watch Blu-Ray. It's small (fits in my entertainment furniture easily), and it doesn't seem to run really hot or anything, which is good. It is fun. I loves it. Also can play really pretty high-def games, like the Pixel Junk games, on it. I don't own any older PlayStation games, so the backwards compatibility issues with the Slim don't affect me. I think it's a good choice for a "first PlayStation."

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I love it. Graphics look amazing. I reccommend buying this Mediabridge Hdmi Cable to get the most of the PS3.

http://www.amazon.com/Mediabridge-Ultra-Version-Category-Blu-Ray/dp/B0019EHU8G/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1254435973&sr=8-12

I have Metal Gear Solid 4 and I've never seen a better looking video game. Also the PS3 Slim is noticeably quieter than my PS2. For $299 you can't go wrong.

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