PlayStation 3 320GB System
Must Read Game System Review of the Xbox 360, Sony Playstaion 3 and the Nintendo Wii Before You Buy
Lower prices, new hardware options, plenty of game choices and game systems offering lots of features. The console war is heating up and each vendor wants your business. The time to buy a game console has never been better, so which game console is best for you and your family? Is it the Nintendo Wii, The Sony Playstation 3 or the Xbox 360? We will try to help you make that decision with a few product reviews on the latest gaming consoles on the market.
We will attempt to highlight the strengths and the weaknesses of each console so we can hook you up with the best one suited for you and your family. There is no console that will satisfy all your gaming needs, but our reviews will help you decide what gaming console will fit your personal needs.
The new Micrsoft Xbox 360 comes with a powerful 60GB hard drive, a composite and component cable, Xbox controller and Xbox headset. For the serious gamer, or muli-player you will need to also get an additional controller, a wireless network adapter, Xbox Live membership for online play and you will need to get 120GB hard drive if you plan to download games and movies from the internet.
The Xbox is by far the best console for online gaming as it does set the standard for what online gaming should be like. It has a diverse library of games available and some very good graphics. The Xbox controller works best with all types of action games, especially games that require shooting skills like Halo 3. The Xbox has some flaws that continue to get in the way of it being the top player. You have the dreaded “Red Ring of Death”, so if your system fails and needs service, it could be weeks for the replacement. As awesome as the online gaming experience is, the subscription fee of $60 a year can seem a bit excessive. There is no Wi-Fi network connection or Blu-ray support so therefore the Xbox 360 can not serve as your entertainment hub. The good news is any Xbox subscriber can now watch Netflix streaming movies on there console as long as they are members. That sweetens the $60 fee.
The Sony Playstation 3 will come with a massive 80GB hard drive, a composite cable and controller. You will need to get an extra controller for multi player games, a component cable and a Bluetooth headset for online voice communication. The Playstation 3 has a large library of games that include some hardcore action, sports and RPG”s. The Blu-ray disc is excellent for some eye-popping movies in HD and for larger games with more content. The Sony Playstation 3 can be your entertainment hub as it supports MP3s, DiVX, Bluetooth, movie downloads and game downloads. Price however remains an issue being the most expensive console on the market. The online game play is not as good, or does not meet the standard set with the Xbox. The good news is that for only about $100 you can upgrade your storage space to a whopping 320GB, making this the ultimate entertainment hub.
Let us not forget about the Nintendo Wii. The Wii comes with a small internal drive, but is expected to come out with a new MotionPlus attachment in early 2009. Along with the console you get a composite cable, a Wii remote, a Wii Nunchuch and Wii sports games. You will need to get a component cable, additional Wii remotes and nunchucks for multi-player games and SD card for downloads. The wii is less expensive than the other consoles. The game system is different than any of the others. Nintendo Wii has taken a new approach to the gaming experience and has brought the gamer off the couch, out of the arm chair and into the action. The controllers duplicate the motions of the person holding them, bringing you directly into the action. The wii is fun for non-gamers and gamers alike. This system lacks the graphics of the other systems and does not offer the fancy downloads or movie support. The Nintendo Wii is strictly a gaming system.
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Western Digital 500 GB Scorpio Blue SATA 3 Gb/s 5400 RPM 8 MB Cache Bulk/OEM Notebook Hard Drive – WD5000BPVT $73.00 With available SATA or PATA interfaces WD Scorpio Blue drives offer high-performance low power consumption and cool operation perfect for notebooks and other portable devices. Pick the drive that suits your needs with the confidence in knowing that all WD Scorpio Blue drives are built to the highest standards of quality and reliability.Primary InformationHard Drive Type : Internal&… |
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Seagate Momentus 5400 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5 Inch Internal NB Hard Drive ST9500325AS-Bare Drive $65.00 The 500-GB Seagate Momentus 5400.6 drive offers the best combination of performance, capacity, mobility and durability in a laptop hard drive to meet the demanding requirements of today”s notebook multimedia usage models. Able to withstand up to 1000 Gs of shock and offered with G-Force Protection drop sensor technology, this highly reliable 2.5-inch drive is perfect for notebook or external stor… |
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Seagate Momentus 5400 320GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5 Inch Internal NB Hard Drive ST9320325AS-Bare Drive $55.00 ST9320325AS – 320 GB – Internal – 2.5″ – Serial ATA – 5400 Rpm – 8 MBPrimary InformationHard Drive Type : Internal Form Factor : 2.5″ Hard Drive Capacity : 320 GB Hard Drive Interface Type : Serial ATA-300 Hard Drive / Average Seek Time : N/A Hard Drive Spindle Speed : 5400 Rpm&… |
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PlayStation 3 Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller (Black) $54.99 The Dualshock 3 wireless controller for the PlayStation 3 system provides the most intuitive game play experience with pressure sensors in each action button and the inclusion of the highly sensitive SIXAXIS™ motion sensing technology. Each hit, crash and explosion is more realistic when the user feels the rumble right in the palm of their hand. It can even detect natural movements for real-time… |
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PlayStation 3 160GB System $240.00 With the PlayStation 3 160GB system, you get free PlayStation Network membership, built-in Wi-Fi and 160GB of hard disk drive storage for games, music, videos and photos. And every PS3 system comes with a built-in Blu-ray player to give you pristine picture quality and the best high-definition viewing experience available. Whether it’s gaming, Blu-ray movies, music or online services, experience i… |
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PlayStation 3 320GB System $274.99 This Sony 98424 PlayStation 3 320GB Core System includes the PlayStation 3 320GB system, a free PlayStation Network membership, built-in Wi-Fi and 320GB of hard disk drive storage for games, music, videos and photos. Every PS3 system comes with a built-in Blu-ray player to give you pristine picture quality and the best high-definition viewing experience possible. Whether it’s gaming, Blu-ray movie… |
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Bejeweled 3 $15.01 The biggest brightest Bejeweled ever!Discover all-new ways to play the world s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods ease into Classic Bejeweled for cascades of fun journey through 40 challenging Quest puzzles charge into the electrifying Lightning for non-stop action and tailor your experience in Zen for a revolutionary new way to relax. E… |