Redesigned PS3 to be Revealed at E3
Of course this is just yet another rumor, as there is no official confirmation. But we caught word that Sony is set to not only reveal the PSP Go at E3, but another hardware redesign will be debuted as well.
We didn’t get any specifics, but we speculate that it could be one of a couple different options. First off, it very well could be as simple as a white or a silver PS3, to go with the white and silver Dualshock 3’s that have been made available. This makes sense, as most people would want their controllers to match their consoles.
The other option, and the one we are leaning toward is a slimmed down, model. Maybe with some updated specs. Nothing major of course as to not alienate current PS3 owners, but there is an off chance they could add something small like bluetooth 3.0 support. When we caught wind of this, the exact word “redesign” was used, which leaves me to believe that it is indeed a PS3 slim. Announcing a different color wouldn’t exactly warrant the term “redesign”.
Then again, since a console wasn’t specified either, it could be a redesigned PS2, or yet another PSP model (other than the Go) but that is highly unlikely. There is also an off chance that this “hardware redesign” was referring to a PS3 Motion controller, but I really don’t consider that to be “hardware”, as it’s more of an accessory.
Sony has been known to slim down their consoles, as the original PlayStation, PS2, and even the PSP all have seen slimmer models released after the initial model was released. Is the market ready for a PS3 slim? I know I am.
Stay tuned to PlayStation LifeStyle for all your E3 coverage needs. Something Colossal is coming soon…
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May 12th, 2009 at 12:31 PM
wow i hope its a PS3 Slim-i think with a Price cut the sales would sky rocket worldwide
May 12th, 2009 at 12:35 PM
i hopeso.. i thought about this 2 days ago.. they should re- design it . i have no issues with the current look.. but a new look would be nice. id rebuy it.. as long as the HDD the same
May 12th, 2009 at 12:47 PM
It should have the same HDD. 80GBs are dirt cheap.
05/12/2009 at 1:01 PM
500GB’s are dirt cheap!!! I got mine for $90.
May 12th, 2009 at 12:54 PM
Nice hint there, Sev.
May 12th, 2009 at 1:02 PM
I think it would help sales a bit.
May 12th, 2009 at 1:25 PM
my brother will be pleased,I said he could have my Eu 60gb if a Ps3 slim comes out.I also think it’s were Sony does miracles when they shrink hardware.I’m trying to picture were they made cuts.
it would need to fit the hdd they use.They could rotate it 90° and cut a big chunk of the length,that big assed fan may not be needed anymore,that alone would drop the size a weight,could that hybrid cell/rsx be used in it,that would shrink the board.
May 12th, 2009 at 1:36 PM
@ John Draisey
hope so.. ive been using a 300GB and its down to 175 (lol) i store music, pic and HD videos from the winter tour not game videos.
May 12th, 2009 at 1:38 PM
Maybe it’s the PS3 Go!
05/12/2009 at 1:55 PM
Where is the PS3 supposed to “Go!” to? Now, a portable PS3 would rock, Ben Heck PS3 laptop style!
StalkingSilence says05/12/2009 at 4:20 PM
haha I was being sarcastic. I did love that Ben Heck LapPS3 tho
May 12th, 2009 at 1:39 PM
cool but i only care about the inside of a ps3.
05/12/2009 at 1:53 PM
In order to make the exterior slim, the interior would need to be redesigned as well.
May 12th, 2009 at 1:53 PM
Wow, if so I am TOTALLY getting me another PS3. I need another one anyways.
May 12th, 2009 at 2:47 PM
thatd be sweet, seems to early though idk, seems smart at the same time cause it would increase sales. Bah mindjuggling! thank god E3 i earlier this year. Cant wait to hear whats up ur sleeve Sev. U know ive never hated on u even when u had a small bad streak, glad to see u guys doing so well now.
May 12th, 2009 at 2:47 PM
Well with talk of Blue Tooth 2.0 & the PSP Go! or PSP2 whatever the name is, I hope to see Blue Tooth integrated into the new PSP.
Transfer files wirelessly, use the DS with your PSP just hooked up to the TV, number of possible things.
May 12th, 2009 at 2:49 PM
coool if it is true then ill buy it, becouse im looking for my second ps3
May 12th, 2009 at 3:14 PM
A PS3 Slim would be cool, it would be MUCH, MUCH Better is they added a better fan to keep it cooler, but even MORE importantly, is adding BACK ON, the PS2 Emulater…when I got my PS3 a couple of years ago, I was thrilled it had the backwards compatibility for the PS2 games.. then, then removed it because it added a lot to the price..
BUT, if they would put it back in, they would get SO MANY more sales. The # of people who still haven’t bought the PS3 because of their old PS2 games is huge…but if the did bring back the PS2 Emulator, sales would go through the roof
May 12th, 2009 at 3:23 PM
whatever it is… im buying it lol
May 12th, 2009 at 3:41 PM
Unless there is a major internal change (like more memory or something), I will pass on this. But it is a great idea, especially if it is cheaper. Prices would explode and maybe down the road I would get one.
May 12th, 2009 at 4:08 PM
Sweet but it is arumor after all.
Collosal huh Sev, your so sneaky.
May 12th, 2009 at 4:13 PM
I think Sony has the means to do redesigns as much as necessary. They are masters of electronics an could have already planned a new design out by now. I would like to buy 2nd PS3.
May 12th, 2009 at 4:41 PM
Collosal….
May 12th, 2009 at 4:47 PM
SotC is being remade in 1080p for the PS3 isn’t it? The IGN team hinted at it in the last podcast, but acted like it was just a wish they had.
May 12th, 2009 at 5:09 PM
great idea for future owners but unless something huge is changed on the inside then i will stick with my 60GB
May 12th, 2009 at 6:48 PM
I doubt it will be redesigned, but maybe recolored.
May 12th, 2009 at 9:24 PM
Totally hoping for a redesign.
Remember the articles circulating the ‘net, citing the PS3 would be ‘BD-Drive’less? Hehe.
May 12th, 2009 at 10:58 PM
Oh, damn! I thought I read it right. I’m REALLY interested in how a new design will look… PS3 Slim!!!
5/5
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May 27th, 2009 at 11:54 AM
If you look back at previous E3 Expos, Sony have in recent years announced some new games but going back further to 2004 and 2005 they announced the original PSP and then the PS3 Console.
I think you’re right to speculate that they will announce something big this year, and yes, I agree that it will be the PSP Go! and the PS3 Slim consoles.
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