[Amir0x]

That looks like arguably one of the ugliest mainstream consoles ever in history.

[Kung Fu Grip]

I think it's going to look better when the announce it and show actual pictures.

[TTP]

That's too ugly to be real. :/

What is the top made of? A rubber mat? I don't understand. Maybe it's a PS-branded scale. OMG It's Sony's balance board + PS3 all in one!

[HCG]

Oh, so just put out HDD's that say "For PS3" on the box but still allow you to buy and install a Western Digital? That sounds great but I am not convinced they will do that.

I hope there is an feature/slot to add a HDD in the 16GB model. *fingers crossed*

[Nibel]

And so, Fat PS3 remains queen over all the other consoles

[startyourengine]

That looks like arguably one of the ugliest mainstream consoles ever in history.

so agree with this. hoping it's just shitty picture though.

[Sikbeni10]

If they drop the price enough maybe I'd buy one for one of the bedrooms.

[Brad Grenz]

I hope there is an feature/slot to add a HDD in the 16GB model. *fingers crossed*

It'd be weird to go out of their way to disallow hard drive upgrades. They'd have to create a case specific to the non-hard drive version and it would ultimately hurt their ability to upsell to PS+ and other digital sales. I think the ability to upgrade hard drives is all but certain.

[Vane_MagicCity]

I hope there is an feature/slot to add a HDD in the 16GB model. *fingers crossed*

It will be identical to the other "PS3 Uglies" but the HDD slot will be empty on the 16GB model.

[suzu]

It's kinda ugly.

[Vane_MagicCity]

That's too ugly to be real. :/ What is the top made of? A rubber mat? I don't understand. Maybe it's a PS-branded scale. OMG It's Sony's balance board + PS3 all in one!

That had me laughing out loud. So loud my girlfriend had to see what was so funny.

[spwolf]

"Mass market" entry level unit.

yep... seems like around $150 unit... which is great.
But, i would think that $150 unit would bring them a lot more sales than last year and their estimates are exactly the same... unless they tried to one-up the competition with estimates.

$150/€150 is seriously good pricing, anywhere in the world.

[onQ123]

That looks like arguably one of the ugliest mainstream consoles ever in history.

it really isn't

[Kagari]

yep... seems like around $150 unit... which is great. But, i would think that $150 unit would bring them a lot more sales than last year and their estimates are exactly the same... unless they tried to one-up the competition with estimates. $150/€150 is seriously good pricing, anywhere in the world.

There is such a thing as adjusting forecasts.

[Gorillaz]

I know it's been said already but hot damn...I can't believe these revisions are getting uglier

[grap3fruitman]

it really isn't

Thanks for posting all those pictures of much better looking consoles.

[xJavonta]

Gross

The PS3 Slim is sexy though, I don't know how they thought this could possibly be a good design.

Or maybe they purposely leaked it to see the community reaction? I don't know.

[Drago]

it really isn't

No way man

Also, all of those consoles look better than the new PS3 model (except maybe the Atari)

[Vane_MagicCity]

Gross The PS3 Slim is sexy though, I don't know how they thought this could possibly be a good design. Or maybe they purposely leaked it to see the community reaction? I don't know.

Maybe they are sitting back and laughing at "Balance board + PS3 integrated" too.

[onQ123]

Thanks for posting all those pictures of much better looking consoles.

none of them consoles look better you're just use to them.

[Iacobellis]

it really isn't

The GameCube wasn't and still isn't ugly.

[Cesar]

So ok, I can understand someone designs this monstrosity, barely, but that it also got greenlit by a bunch of Sony people? Really? What were they thinking?

[MarkusRJR]

After looking at the pictures I can't help but be disgusted. Not only is it hideous but the weird ridges are going to be a nightmare for dust. They're not even on the sides, they're right up top! *remembers dusty OG Xbox*

Ummm... to the poster above: the Gamecube looks fucking awesome. Clearly the person who posted it hasn't seen a silver or black GC.

[onQ123]

No way man Also, all of those consoles look better than the new PS3 model (except maybe the Atari)

N64 is a lot uglier than that slim you was just a kid & didn't care about the look & grown to love it. but if the new Nintendo looked like that gaf would have a meltdown.

[HCG]

It'd be weird to go out of their way to disallow hard drive upgrades. They'd have to create a case specific to the non-hard drive version and it would ultimately hurt their ability to upsell to PS+ and other digital sales. I think the ability to upgrade hard drives is all but certain.

It will be identical to the other "PS3 Uglies" but the HDD slot will be empty on the 16GB model.

Thanks !!

[Style Fox]

Who cares if it's ugly? I just want it to be slim and small.

[onQ123]

The GameCube wasn't and still isn't ugly.

yes it is & even the PS2 is ugly.

[Iacobellis]

yes it is & even the PS2 is ugly.

So what consoles aren't ugly?

[Mojo]

Touched the images up. Comparison between other models:

[apana]

it really isn't http://xbmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2...inal_Xbox.jpeg http://cdn2.mamapop.com/wp-content/u...tari_26001.jpg http://www.thegamerschallenge.com/wp...intendo-64.jpg http://img.hexus.net/v2/gaming/gamecube/gcn06.jpg

The Nintendo 64 may look strange now but it was alright for its time, don't remember too many complaints. You are just wrong about the Gamecube. OG Xbox, eh, I'll give that one to you until I see this new PS3 slim up close.

[Vane_MagicCity]

yes it is & even the PS2 is ugly.

Well, atleast you aren't saying the NA SNES is ugly. Most people say that I think it was a sexy console.

[daxter01]

N64 is not ugly in fact its the second best looking console ever right behind PS1

I don't know if they'll go that low. But it is worth pointing out that Yoshida said in the recent Game Informer that they're aiming for the family market with their holiday lineup. What better way to do that than to have a really cheap PS3 available?

$179 or $189 is my guess $149 is to low IMO

[Poyunch]

The Gamecube is and will always be beautiful. Not sexy, but pretty damn adorable.

[onQ123]

So what consoles aren't ugly?

PS3 Phat , Xbox 360S , PSTwo , Wii is OK , Dreamcast & some more,


the point is if you was to just look at the consoles that you have had over the years & just judge them on the looks most of them are ugly & would look strange to you right now if it was your 1st time seeing them just like this slim is ugly to use now.

[Jawmuncher]

In actuality everything is ugly.

[onQ123]

Well, atleast you aren't saying the NA SNES is ugly. Most people say that I think it was a sexy console.

lol that's ugly too

[Iacobellis]

PS3 Phat , Xbox 360S , PSTwo , Wii is OK , Dreamcast & some more, the point is if you was to just look at the consoles that you have had over the years & just judge them on the looks most of them are ugly & would look strange to you right now if it was your 1st time seeing them just like this slim is ugly to use now.

What about the original 360? I thought it was pretty damn sexy for 2005 and a big leap from the monster of an Xbox.

[Amir0x]

it really isn't

All of those save the Atari perhaps look better than this abomination, if it is indeed what the new PS3 model looks like.

Listen, I don't care - it's just a model revision - but those consoles demonstrate at least a few appealing aspect. Gamecube doesn't belong on that list altogether; get a Black Gamecube and it's a very straightforward cube design that has an elegant little handle that still is a nice little quirk.

Xbox I'd definitely take over this one - it's a massive block of unsubtle branding, but at least it has branding. It was distinctive.

N64 system was pretty ugly, sure, but this model still remains uglier.

[LuuKyK]

Wow, it is really smaller. lol Didn't even notice at first. Still, it is very ugly. >_>

[davepoobond]

why are you guys posting pictures of space ships

[spwolf]

There is such a thing as adjusting forecasts.

i know, but either it wont be $150, or they misrepresented the truth in forecasts on purpose :-).

I dont know about USA, but €150 in eastern europe - it will sell... a lot.

[Sid]

A 16gb ps3 would ultimately be bad for the consumers since so many ps3 titles require large mandatory installs

[Chanser]

Can I cut veg with this?

I'll reserve judgement.

[spwolf]

Touched the images up. Comparison between other models:

front looks good at least..

p.s. did anyone notice and comment on 190w rating? I think Slim was 250w, at least initial models? If there is actual difference, it might mean some significant hardware revisions.

[Tagg9]

Who cares if it's ugly? I just want it to be slim and small.

And quiet would be nice. My slim makes an awful droning noise after an hour's play time.

[REMEMBER CITADEL]

No way man Also, all of those consoles look better than the new PS3 model (except maybe the Atari)

VCS is the best looking of them all. GameCube is fine, too. Xbox and N64 are ugly.

What about the original 360? I thought it was pretty damn sexy for 2005 and a big leap from the monster of an Xbox.

I didn't like it initially, but now I think it was perhaps the best looking machine of this generation. The new model isn't bad either, some limited editions are gorgeous. Wii is also fine, but no PS3 so far has been a looker.

[Vane_MagicCity]

lol that's ugly too

Look at that sexy console!

[onQ123]

& lets not forget all the Grill Jokes when they 1st showed the PS3.


I bet when the console come out no one is going to be thinking about the look.

[plainr_]

Touched the images up. Comparison between other models:

If they removed the internal power supply from the current Slim, it would look exactly like the size of the CECH-4000.

[SelfCon]

Crappy pics look crappy. I'll wait for the official shots before I jump overboard with the rest of you.