As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the Sony PlayStation 3 an even more versatile home entertainment machine. Features such as video chat, Internet access, digital photo viewing, and digital audio and video will likely make it the central component of your media set-up. Still, it is first and foremost a game console--and a powerful one at that. Under the Hood
The PS3 features IBM's "Cell" processor and a co-developed Nvidia graphics processor that makes the system able to perform two trillion calculations per second. That's approximately 320 times more calculations per second than the PS2. Along with the traditional AV and composite connections, it also boasts an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, which delivers uncompressed, unconverted digital picture and sound to compatible high-definition TV and projectors. The system is capable of 128-bit pixel precision and 1080p resolution for a full HD experience.  PlayStation 3 is a powerful gaming and home entertainment machine. | Blu-Ray is the New Way
Sony's PlayStation 3 games are encoded onto the Blu-Ray disc media format, which can hold six times as much data as traditional DVDs. This increase in capacity, combined with the awesome power of its processor and graphics card, promises mind-blowing games once developers have learned how to fully harness the new console's power. The PS3 will also support CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R formats. 
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Explore an exotic locale to find the hidden treasure. View larger. | In addition, PlayStation 3 system software update version 2.20 and up includes BD Live support. With this you can now play discs that support Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0 (BD-LIVE) and you can also connect to the Internet while playing discs that support this format so that you can obtain additional features. Features that are available vary depending on the software in use. Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune is included with this Sony PlayStation 3 bundle pack. The game begins with a 400-year-old clue found in the coffin of famed explorer, Sir Francis Drake. The clue sends modern-day fortune hunter, Nathan Drake, on a quest to find the fabled treasure of El Dorado, leading to the discovery of a long forgotten island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The expedition turns deadly when Drake's party becomes stranded on an island and hunted by modern day pirates. Outnumbered and outgunned, Nathan must fight to survive and unravel the terrible secrets of the mysterious island. Adventure, Mystery, and Exploration Abound
Using maps and ancient artifacts you'll uncover clues and unravel mysteries that will reveal a forgotten island a lost treasure. This uncharted world is alive with intrigue and mystery, and you'll revel in the amazing graphics as you explore exotic locations and traverse through living jungles and 400-year-old ruins. Drake's not all on his own -- his companions and allies play an important role in the adventure through cooperative gameplay mechanics, gun play, and exploration. Action-Packed gameplay
Your abilities will be tested, challenge after challenge, as you struggle to stay alive by any means necessary. Thrilling high-speed chases over land and water and terrifying gunfire will keep you on the edge of your seat. And if that's not enough, you'll need to employ an array of hand-to-hand combat moves to keep your enemies off balance with haymaker punches and running drop-kicks. Charming, exciting, and adventure-packed, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune is an excellent addition to this Sony PlayStation 3 game console bundle. What's in the Box - Game system with 160 GB HD, Internet-ready built-in Wi-Fi, and 2 USB ports
- Dualshock 3 wireless controller
- Uncharted: Drake's Fortune game
- Voucher for downloadable PAIN game
- Free PlayStation Network membership
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 the best yetNov 17, 2009
the folks at sony have outdone themselves with the improvements done on this latest playstation3...it started right out of the box....the wireless worked seamlessly...after dowload and upgrade it was games time...the color the dept...graphics simply amazing....i recommend this product for all the serious gamers out there...a great xmas gift...idea.....
love love it.....Nov 11, 2009
I have the 60 GB but I bought this one for my boyfriend. now we can both play different games and avoid fighting each other to know which adventure or action game we should play ............ citing all the things that all ps3 console can do will be too long ..just buy it.. you will love it.
great giftNov 10, 2009
this was GREAT GIFT EASY SET UP HAD SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE PS3 AND MY WIRELESS ROUTER SO MY SUGGESTION IS MAKE SURE ALL YOUR WIRELESS ITEMS ARE TURNED OFF WHEN YOU FIRST SET YOUR PS3 UP, IE TURN YOUR WIRELESS LAN OFF ON YOUR LAPTOP BEFORE YOU FIRST SET UP YPUR PS3. GREAT GRAHICS AND SET ASIDE A LARGE BLOCK OF TIME TO PLAY AT FIRST
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The fat PS3 more of eye candy then the PS3 SlimNov 05, 2009
It was a no-brainer on why I chose the bundle over the Slim. I purchased it for $299, the same price as the Slim. I already have U1, but thought about selling the U1 copy. Until I called my local Gamestop and they qouted me a price of only $10 to trade in a brand new copy of U1. Of course I turned it down and just decide to keep for the hell of it.
I just love the sleek & elegant look of the original PS3 compared to the PS2 likeness of the Slim. Plus the U1 bundle are a rare unit and a collector's item.
I don't really want to get into the pros & cons of the PS3, cuz I know its been repeated over & over again. All I can say is this bundle was a really good bargain and I still love the look of the fat PS3!
it is alot of funNov 03, 2009
watching blu ray movies and being able to play games all on one system who could ask for anything more
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