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What colors will the PS3 come in?
The 3 PS3 models they showed were in Black, Silver, and White.
Why will you launch two models with different specs for PS3 ?
PS3 is a computer system and as such, various configurations can be
considered. In future, larger HDD may be required for larger content to be
saved on PS3. Considering the fact that, nowadays, network connectivity is
spreading within the homes, we have decided to introduce a configuration
with basic ports. However, these ports, excluding HDMI, are expandable
with adaptors available on the market.
How can users connect PS3 to TV without HDMI output?
PS3 supports most displays via the AV multi output. Visual quality through
AV multi output is comparable to that through HDMI.
What is the initial launch quantity for PS3?
2 million units will be shipped worldwide at the launch timing (for the
first 3 weeks), cumulative 4 million units by the end of December and
cumulative 6 million by the end of March 2007 (we do not disclose the
breakdown by region).
Will you launch the PS3 in the Asian region at the same timing?
Yes.
What is the breakdown of the production shipment figures for each model?
We will decide the breakdown according to the market situation.
Are you planning to launch another model which has different HDD or
interface in the future?
Like PCs, other configuration with the different HDD capacity and I/O can
be considered in the future.
Where will you start manufacturing PS3?
We will start manufacturing in Japan and China simultaneously (we don’t
disclose the names of manufacturing companies).
When will you start manufacturing PS3?
We will start assembly from summer. Manufacturing of the main
semiconductors has already started.
How is the PS3 network service going to be? Will you also start the
service from day one? What are the differences between Xbox Live and PS3
network services?
Apart from providing basic features and functions, the most important
element is content and services. Downloading music in SingStar, purchasing
or exchanging game data as we demonstrated at E3 press conference and many
other new ways of enjoyment will be provided.
Will the network service be charged?
Basic services available free for current PCs will be free of charge but
content and specific services will be charged from the beginning.
Are the specifications and design final?
Very close to final.
Can the PS3 stand horizontally, or vertically?
It can be set up both ways as seen in some pictures.
What is it size compared to the PS2?
According to IGN, the PS3 is 3 inches taller then the PS2.
How powerful will the PS3 be?
The PS3 will be twice as powerful as the Xbox 360, 15x more powerful then
the Nintendo Revolution. It is said to be 35 times more powerful then the
PS2.
How much will games cost?
Many people expect the prices to go up at least a little. But EBGames has
listed each game as $60 for next-gen consoles.
When is it coming out?
PlayStation 3 will be released in Japan on November 11th, and in North
America, Europe and Australasia on November 17th.
How much will the PlayStation 3 cost?
There will be two consoles released, a 20 gigabyte system and a 60
gigabyte system. The 20 gigabyte system will cost $499, and the 60
gigabyte system will cost $599.
What are the PS3's Specifications?
Click here for the official spec's.
What is HD (High Definition) and how do I use this feature?
High definition is a major leap in how images are displayed on TV's.
Basically, there are a lot more pixels (dots) on screen, so this means we
can get more detailed images. To make use of this technology from the PS3,
you need a HD Ready TV. or monitor to play your PS3 on, these range in
price and size and can now be found easily at your local electrical
retailer.
Can I play PS1/PS2 games?
Yes, and in some cases, the PS3 will be able to improve the graphics of
your PS2 games, just like your PS2 improved graphics of some of your PS1
games.
Can I use my PS1/PS2 controllers with the PS3?
Sadly, no at the moment. Sony will be out to make a little extra money
hear, and you having to buy new controllers is one way to get some more
cash in. Also, the PS3 uses wireless controllers, and has no port for the
PS1/PS2 controllers.
Will the PS3 be region-free (be able to play games from all over the
world)?
Yes, strangely Sony left out the region encoding for games, but Blu-Ray
movies will still be region encoded.
Why did you set such a price for 20GB HDD model?
We have set this price so that many users can enjoy PS3.
Why is only 60GB model open price for Japan?
Each RHQ decides the price of PS3.
You had previously announced that there would be two HDMI ports, but why
does the PS3 with the 20GB HDD not have a HDMI port? Can Blu-ray content
be enjoyed in high quality graphics without HDMI?
High quality HD images can be enjoyed equally with the 20GB HDD product
via the AV multi port (1080p output is also possible with the TV equipped
with the D5 input). Analog output from BD will be supported until 2011 and
all software published until they can be enjoyed. Standardization of
visual image output via home network (e.g. DLNA) is also currently under
way.
There were 2 HDMI ports in your original announcement, but why does the
60GB PS3 have only 1 HDMI port?
Because standardization of image output over the network such as DLNA
(Digital Living Network Alliance) is currently under way, it will become
possible to transfer images to multiple displays in ways other than using
the HDMI port. It is also possible to connect PSP through the network as a
secondary display and enjoy PS3 content remotely (although it depends on
the software).
Can you enjoy progressive images with PS and PS2 titles?
Not only does PS3 convert images from SD to HD, it also converts interlace
to progressive images (upward conversion is done by the PS3 system).
Can you enjoy full HD PS3 software content with a standard TV?
Not only does PS3 convert images from SD to HD, it also converts 1080p to
720p (downward conversion is done by the PS3 system).
Is 60GB HDD large enough for PS3?
60GB is 3 times the capacity of Xbox360 and at the moment we consider it
enough to save online game data as well as to transfer various data from
other PCs and CE/AV products. If there is need in the future, it is also
possible to upgrade storage capacity by exchanging HDD to Serial-ATA 2.5″
HDD available on the market.
Why isn’t 20GB PS3 equipped with Memory Stick/SD Memory card/Compact Flash
slots?
PS3 is a computer system. Storage devices can be expanded by using
adaptors available on the market.
The 20GB PS3 does not come with Wi-Fi 802.11, but does this mean that it
cannot be connected to PSP?
Home networking is spreading around the world. With the use of widely
available wireless LAN adaptor with USB port, connection to PSP is
possible.
Why did you reduce the number of USB ports from 6 to 4?
PS3 is a computer system. Number of ports can be expanded by using
adaptors available on the market.
Why did you reduce the number of Ethernet ports from 3 to 1?
We had one input (WAN) and two outputs (LAN) in mind, but given that
nowadays network connection is spreading within the homes, we considered
that one Ethernet connection to a router would be sufficient.
Will Linux OS be adopted as you have planned?
Yes. PS3 is a computer system and Linux OS is adopted as one of the
standard OSes.
How much noise reduction level have you achieved?
Approximately 29dB (A) (equivalent to slim-line PS2).
You mention that PS3 adopts a breakthrough six-axis sensing system that
lets you control intuitively as if the controller has become part of your
body. How does this work?
“3-posture-axis” of roll, pitch and yaw, plus “3-dimension acceleration
information (X, Y and Z)” can be detected in high-precision and in
real-time (no more specific details to be given).
Why did you change the design of the controller to that of PS and PS2?
We received many feedback after E3 last year and created the PS3
controller by refining and improving the world’s most popular Playstation
controller that shipped more than several hundred million units worldwide,
while inheriting its basic concept and design.
Can the new features be enjoyed with all PS3 titles?
It depends on the title, but we expect that software developers would
proactively make use of the new PS3 controller.
You say that PS3 provides backward compatibility of PS and PS2 titles, but
would you insist that you offer complete backward compatibility even if
vibration feature does not work?
There is no major difference in gameplay even without the vibration
feature. We hope a lot of users will support the new PS3 controller with
new ways of enjoyment.
The controllers shown at the booth are all wired, but will the actual
product be wireless?
Yes. We are using wired controllers since there is too much interference
with so many wireless devices on the show floor.
Will PSP be used as a remote controller?
Yes.
Are all titles shown at E3 (press conference and booth) launch titles?
Many of the playable titles shown at E3 are likely to be released at or
around launch. Some titles shown as (demo) video may also become launch
titles.
Do all titles shown at E3 support 1080p?
“Gran Turismo HD E3 2006″ is demonstrated at 1080p with frame rate of 60
frames per second. As for other titles, some are 1080p and some 720p.
How many launch titles do you expect to have?
We expect the best launch line-up in history.
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