v1bez said:
that's a bit stupid considering before most it's a GAMING machine
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No it isnt - every ps3 advert is pushing the fact its actually everything rolled into one - one "activity / role" doesnt take priority - according to Sony at any rate
I do find it interesting that the x360 was more like a pc than any console before it (ie each user could add bits they wanted and ignore other parts) and customers think this is good (even with higher add on prices) - Im not including the hd-dvd drive as that has nothing to do with gaming
Nearly every console prior to this was identical as it came the same whereever you bought it, yes you could buy add on controllers and cameras etc but the basic unit was the same.
Sony try and do this, and build a machine for 5 - 10 year life span and they get critisized by making one unit with all the abilities most people use along with the lifespan people expect.
I really cant see the X360 lasting too many years more without a major update to the BASIC model (I honestly reckon before its retired the 360 will have to offer hdmi as default )
Not to mention the fact there seem to be serious design flaws inherrant in the model - due to the sheer numbers of returns /faults
Forza 2 may well change my aspect but at this time I havent been interested in my 360 for 9 months or so, and the PS3 has seriously impressed me with its design, quietness, build quality and all round abilities. I know consoles are sold at a loss for the majority of their lives (isnt the PS2 the only one ever to have made a profit?) but to get this kind of kit for sub £300 is laughable without major cost savings - which in itself could cause numerous problems for the consumer.
I fully respect people like choice - but that goes back to my initial views that the x360 was more a pc, consoles were never meant to be like that.
Good on Ms for having the vision - and maybe Im being too synical thinking MS did it this way to actually make more money from the addons than they could ever get away with built in - who knows
I also fully repsect that if you are only interested in games then currently the PS3 probably isnt for you - there are some great games, but probably not enough choice or variance to make this console a "must have" ......yet
Hopefully this isnt seen as a "baiting" or flaming post, as that was not at all what was intended
(including shipping and sent as a gift to try avoid the import tax 
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Because he doesnt want to spend £500 on a PS3 + accessories/games just to play a few games that arent out yet he shouldn't want one period?