The PS3 slim, or the PS3 CECH-2000 as it is formally called, is the newest form of the Sony PlayStation 3, which is part of the newest generation of console gaming systems. It is currently the only model that Sony produces.
The system comes with a 120GB or 250GB hard drive. In addition, the unit’s casing is 33% smaller and 36% lighter. It also consumes almost 34% less power than its big brother. In addition, the cooling system has been redesigned in order to facilitate better cooling, which was a big problem of the older PS3s. The unit’s processor has been redesigned in order to use a 45nm manufacturing process. The system sold over a million consoles during its first 3 weeks of existence.
The PS3 slim features BraviaSync technology, otherwise known as CEC. This technology allows the console to be controlled through HDMI with a variety of devices. This model also runs quieter and cooler than its big brother as a result of its smaller cell processor. In addition, this model does not feature a main power switch like older models. This is due to the notion that it is not good for power to be frequently cut from the system, just as it is not good to switch a power strip on and off frequently.
The model was officially release on September 1, 2009 in the United States, and two days later in Japan. Some retailers began selling the console on August 25,2009. The console is slated to get a facelift soon, with a white and pink model coming out to support the release of Final Fantasy XIII. In addition, the 250GB model will be available soon. This model will be sold as a standalone unit exclusively in the United States. No other countries will sell the model by itself.
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