Sony: PS3 News and Discussion Thread
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Dunno if it makes a difference since I don't stream....
I think once the new price goes into effect (sept 15th for me) I'm gonna switch to 2 blurays at a time and save 3 bux over 1 bluray and streaming.
I think once the new price goes into effect (sept 15th for me) I'm gonna switch to 2 blurays at a time and save 3 bux over 1 bluray and streaming.
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lemme know if it helped or made any difference.
i never set mine since i dont stream very often.
and now that my ps3/appleTV is on wireless i dont plan to cause its slow as balls and unstable.
i never set mine since i dont stream very often.
and now that my ps3/appleTV is on wireless i dont plan to cause its slow as balls and unstable.
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cool commercial.
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@ Snake leaning against the wall, nice touch.
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http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/new...e-control.html
Sony to release new PlayStation 3 remote control
Published Sunday, Oct 9 2011, 5:47am EDT | By Mark
Sony is to release a new version of its PlayStation 3 remote control peripheral.
The updated peripheral, scheduled for release later this month, is compatible with all versions of the console, as well as television sets and Sony amplifiers.
"Enjoy the convenience of having one remote which controls the endless entertainment options of your TV, audio and PlayStation3 system," Sony said in a statement.
© Sony
"Whether you are watching a movie, listening to music, or browsing through photos on your PS3 system, the official PlayStation remote control allows you to easily navigate and control your entertainment."
Sony's new remote includes channel and volume controls, and will be fully compatible with Netflix. The controller was released in Japan back in March.
A price for the device is yet to be confirmed, though the previous model cost $25 (£16).
Published Sunday, Oct 9 2011, 5:47am EDT | By Mark
Sony is to release a new version of its PlayStation 3 remote control peripheral.
The updated peripheral, scheduled for release later this month, is compatible with all versions of the console, as well as television sets and Sony amplifiers.
"Enjoy the convenience of having one remote which controls the endless entertainment options of your TV, audio and PlayStation3 system," Sony said in a statement.
© Sony"Whether you are watching a movie, listening to music, or browsing through photos on your PS3 system, the official PlayStation remote control allows you to easily navigate and control your entertainment."
Sony's new remote includes channel and volume controls, and will be fully compatible with Netflix. The controller was released in Japan back in March.
A price for the device is yet to be confirmed, though the previous model cost $25 (£16).
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New Remote layout.....hate the existing remote layout of pause / play / stop location....I always end up pushing stop instead of play when coming out of pause (when not looking at the remote) 
New remote layout does not look like much of an improvement with the small buttons.
New remote layout does not look like much of an improvement with the small buttons.
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Ahhh...I still remember the PS3 sucks and 360 am the bestest hissy-fit fights from back...
And look: the PS3 is still around. And despite cramming all the features in there, we can see it is not a bad machine.
But, I know. Sony sucks.
And look: the PS3 is still around. And despite cramming all the features in there, we can see it is not a bad machine.
But, I know. Sony sucks.
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Right now I'm liking the 360 more for my needs. More Rock Band DLC, HBO Go and Xfinity TV apps vs PS3's crappy browser that still doesn't support Flash. At least Apple makes You Tube somewhat useful while I have to go to the mobile site for You Tube. Why can't the systems just go browser and TV apps (Netflix, HBO, Xfinity, etc)?
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I don't see the point 
; never did. The controller works fine, so what's the added benefit of the remote? It can turn on my TV? What remote doesn't? Besides, when I'm watching Netflix and need to respond to a text message or chat room comment, that remote won't do it, so I'd still need the controller laying around.
; never did. The controller works fine, so what's the added benefit of the remote? It can turn on my TV? What remote doesn't? Besides, when I'm watching Netflix and need to respond to a text message or chat room comment, that remote won't do it, so I'd still need the controller laying around.
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... f'in Sony.... 
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13772_3-57...o-suing-rules/
Sony sued over PlayStation Network no-suing rules
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by Daniel Terdiman December 20, 2011 12:23 PM PST
I guess this didn't go the way Sony wanted it.
In September, after the much-hyped hacking of the PlayStation Network, Sony instituted new language in its terms of service forcing PSN users to agree not to sue the company.
But according to CNET sister site GameSpot, some didn't take kindly to being strong-armed in that way. And now, a Northern California man has filed a lawsuit seeking class-action status against Sony "on behalf of all customers who purchased a PlayStation 3 and signed up for PSN access before the September change to [the PSN] terms of service."
The lawsuit contends that Sony's decision to unilaterally institute the no-suing clause in its terms of service was an unfair business practice because it forced consumers to choose either to give up their rights or to forgo their access to the popular PSN service, through which they can play multiplayer games, download new content, buy add-ons, and more.
"The suit says Sony buried the clause section describing the changes near the bottom of a 21-page form viewable through the PS3," GameSpot wrote, "and neglected to post an easily accessible version of the form online, even though it had done so with past user agreement updates. While the suit notes that Sony allowed an opt-out from the class-action provision, the only way for consumers to do that was to contact the company in writing (no emails, phone calls, or online forms accepted) within 30 days."
Sony did not immediately respond to a request for comment from CNET.
Apparently, Sony is not the only company trying to sneak this kind of no-lawsuit clause into its terms of service. According to Geek.com, both Microsoft and Electronic Arts have now followed Sony's lead. That means "if anything goes wrong with your Sony or Microsoft online services, there's not much you can do about it," Geek.com wrote. "The same is true for EA's Origin service."
The lawsuit was filed November 28 in federal court in Northern California.
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by Daniel Terdiman December 20, 2011 12:23 PM PST
I guess this didn't go the way Sony wanted it.
In September, after the much-hyped hacking of the PlayStation Network, Sony instituted new language in its terms of service forcing PSN users to agree not to sue the company.
But according to CNET sister site GameSpot, some didn't take kindly to being strong-armed in that way. And now, a Northern California man has filed a lawsuit seeking class-action status against Sony "on behalf of all customers who purchased a PlayStation 3 and signed up for PSN access before the September change to [the PSN] terms of service."
The lawsuit contends that Sony's decision to unilaterally institute the no-suing clause in its terms of service was an unfair business practice because it forced consumers to choose either to give up their rights or to forgo their access to the popular PSN service, through which they can play multiplayer games, download new content, buy add-ons, and more.
"The suit says Sony buried the clause section describing the changes near the bottom of a 21-page form viewable through the PS3," GameSpot wrote, "and neglected to post an easily accessible version of the form online, even though it had done so with past user agreement updates. While the suit notes that Sony allowed an opt-out from the class-action provision, the only way for consumers to do that was to contact the company in writing (no emails, phone calls, or online forms accepted) within 30 days."
Sony did not immediately respond to a request for comment from CNET.
Apparently, Sony is not the only company trying to sneak this kind of no-lawsuit clause into its terms of service. According to Geek.com, both Microsoft and Electronic Arts have now followed Sony's lead. That means "if anything goes wrong with your Sony or Microsoft online services, there's not much you can do about it," Geek.com wrote. "The same is true for EA's Origin service."
The lawsuit was filed November 28 in federal court in Northern California.
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Plus IIRC, you have to have an account so you can get the constant updated releases because they couldn't put out a gaming machine correctly to start with.
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^^ I think that is the big issue, that you have to agree to the TOS just to get updates for your PS3 to operate properly or to play certain games.
Forcing a customer to have an account and then change the TOS is "the problem".
Forcing a customer to have an account and then change the TOS is "the problem".
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So is this why Sony will have a $1.1 Billion loss this year
While......
Apple is making +/- $25 billion in revenue per quarter
and
Microsoft is making +/- $17 billion in revenue per quarter
While......
Apple is making +/- $25 billion in revenue per quarter
and
Microsoft is making +/- $17 billion in revenue per quarter
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no, I don't think this is the main culprit. they have losses because they take too big a hit with their products (such as PS3) and they don't have anything appealing to the masses in order to make big profits. they used to, Walkman and Discman etc. no more. oh and also the whole hacking stuff made the fire worse.