It's finally official. A slimmer PLAYSTATION 3 120GB system has been announced by Sony Computer Entertainment at gamescom. It'll be available starting September 1, 2009 for $299. This puts the PlayStation 3 at it's lowest price since the launch of the system ($100 less than previous $399 PS3 80GB model).

See various pictures of the PLAYSTATION 3 120GB system here.

Pre-orders for the new PlayStation 3 have already begun here on Amazon.com.

The PLAYSTATION 3 80GB system has been dropped from $399 to $299 (here), and the PLAYSTATION 3 160GB Uncharted Bundle has dropped from $499 to $399 (here).

See detailed system specifications of the new PlayStation 3 120GB slim model below.

UPDATE 8/25/09: Several retailers are already selling the PlayStation 3 120 GB system in advance of September 1 release date. See more details here of where you can find the PS3 120GB in stock.

System specifications and details:

PlayStation 3 120GB (model CECH-2000A "charcoal black" )

Release date:
September 1, 2009 in North America for $299, Europe/ PAL territories and Asian countries $299 and €299, respectively. The system will become available in Japan on

September 3, 2009 in Japan for 29,980 yen (including tax).

Details on redesign from Sony Computer Entertainment:
"The internal design architecture of the new PS3 system, from the main semiconductors and power supply unit to the cooling mechanism, has been completely redesigned, achieving a much slimmer and lighter body. Compared to the very first PS3 model with 60GB HDD, the internal volume as well as its thickness and weight are trimmed down to approximately two-thirds. Furthermore, power consumption is also cut to two-thirds, helping to reduce fan noise. While inheriting the sleek curved body design of the original model, the form factor of the new PS3 system features a new meticulous design with textured surface finish, giving an all new impression and a casual look. With the compact body and casual appearance, the newly introduced model will appeal to a wider audience who are looking to buy the best entertainment system for their home."

"PlayStation 3" Branding update:
Concurrently with the release of the new PS3 system, SCE will modify the PS3 brand name from “PLAYSTATION 3” to “PlayStation 3”, and introduce a new logo, which is engraved on the surface of the new PS3 system. By unifying under the familiar “PlayStation®” name, which represents the entire PlayStation family, PS3 together with PlayStation®2 and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) will further expand the PlayStation business, and will continue to enhance the entertainment experience along with the ever-growing PlayStation®Network.

Other features of the new PS3 include:

PS3 system software update version 3.00
Concurrently with the release of new PS3, system software will be upgraded to version 3.00 on September 1. The update adds various user-friendly features such as the “What’s New” screen, where users can quickly browse the new items available in PlayStation Store as well as their recently played games directly on the XMB™ (XrossMediaBar), with short cuts to each piece of content. PS3 will evolve continuously with the system software updates, further improving the operability and enhancing the user experience available through the network. PS3 owners will be able to enjoy new features by simply updating the PS3 system software to version 3.00 via the “System Update” function on the XMB*3.

BRAVIA® Sync™ Feature
The new PS3 system is also equipped with the BRAVIA® Sync™ feature. By connecting the new PS3 system and a BRAVIA TV with the HDMI cable, users are able to directly operate the XMB on PS3 using the TV remote control. Other functions include “System Standby” that will automatically turn off the PS3 system when the BRAVIA TV is turned off*4.

“Vertical Stand” for new PS3 (CECH-2000 series)
By utilizing the separately sold “Vertical Stand”, users will be able to set the new PS3 in vertical position*5, making it easier to place the PS3 system anywhere at home. The vertical stand will become available in Japan on September 3, 2009, at a RRP of 2,000 yen (including tax) and in North America at US$24*6.

Removal of “Install Other OS” feature
The new PS3 system will focus on delivering games and other entertainment content, and users will not be able to install other Operating Systems to the new PS3 system.

*1 Number as of end July 2009. Content within PlayStation Store will differ by region, please refer to the official PlayStation.com site for further details.

*2 Includes PS one® classics and free of charge content (downloadable demos).

*3 Users will need to connect their PS3 to the network to use the function.

*4 Users will need to use BRAVIA TV that supports the BRAVIA Sync feature. For further information about BRAVIA Sync, please refer to the official Sony site in each region.

*5 Users will need to use the separately sold “Vertical Stand” to set the new PS3 in vertical position.

*6 Release date of the vertical stand for North America will be announced when available. Release date and price of the vertical stand for Europe/ PAL territories and Asian countries and regions will be announced when available.

System Specifications on new 120GB PlayStation 3:

PlayStation®3 (CECH-2000A)

Product name: PlayStation®3
Product code: CECH-2000A (Charcoal Black)
CPU - Cell Broadband Engine™
GPU - RSX®

Audio output: LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD, AAC.

Memory: 256MB XDR Main RAM, 256MB GDDR3 VRAM

Hard disk: 2.5” Serial ATA 120GB *1

Inputs/Outputs*2: Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0) 2

Networking: Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) × 1

IEEE 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth® 2.0 (EDR)

Controller: Wireless Controller （Bluetooth®）

AV output Resolution: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i　(for PAL 576p, 576i)

HDMI OUT connector*3: 1

AV MULTI OUT connector: 1

Digital out (optical) connector: 1

BD／DVD／CD drive (read only)

Maximum read rate:
BD × 2 (BD-ROM)
DVD × 8 (DVD-ROM)
CD × 24 (CD-ROM)

Power: AC 220 – 240, 50/60Hz*4

Power consumption: Approx. 250W

External dimensions
(excluding maximum projecting part )
Approx. 290 × 65 × 290 mm (width × height × length)

Mass: Approx. 3.2kg

Included *5:
PlayStation®3 system × 1
Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®3) × 1
AC power cord × 1
AV cable × 1
USB cable × 1

*1 Hard disk capacity calculated using base 10 mathematics (1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes). System software versions 1.10 and later calculate capacity using binary mathematics (1 GB = 1,073,741,824 bytes), which will display lower capacity and free space. A portion of hard disk capacity is reserved for system administration, which varies depending upon system software version, and is not available for use.

*2 Usability of all connected devices is not guaranteed.

*3 "Deep Colour" and "x.v.Colour (xvYCC)" defined by HDMI ver.1.3a are supported.

*4 Power changes depending on countries or regions.

*5 For certain regions, Euro-AV cable will be included.

Note: This product is not compatible with PlayStation®2 games.

Comments

Question about Ps3 slim Written by Guest on 2009-08-29 09:59:28 Could this one also play Ps1 & Ps2 games or is it just for Ps3 games.

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