Sony PlayStation 3 Slim (120 GB) Console Reviews

Sony PlayStation 3 Slim (120 GB) Console

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  • A 2008 Look At The PS3: Poised For A Strong Rebound?

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 4, 2008
    Pros: Plays Bluray Movies, Extremely large library via backwards compatibility, Superior Hardware
    Cons: Weak PS3 library, Expensive, SKU Confusion

    Summary: A full year after I purchased my Wii, I did the math and realized after some strategic sales of some parts of my video game library, I could reel in a rare (but cheap) 20GB Playstation 3 console. So I called around and finally found one. ... read more

  • Don't buy this

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 23, 2013
    Pros: cheaper then other sony consoles
    Cons: old,can broke easily,modification of PS3 80GB

    Summary: I want to warn all those who was thinking of buying this product that this is  actually a PS3 console of 80GB (old version) that is only a little bite modified so it can be easily sold. This is what happened to all PS3 80GB that wasn't sell on ... read more

  • Great videogaming system all ages

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Sep 3, 2011
    Pros: - huge selection of games
    - easy menu
    - can be used as 3D blu-ray player
    Cons: - it takes 5-10 min to start new game
    - accessories are expensive for it

    Summary: I got this videogaming system for my husband. I like the design of Playstation-3 and it has good quality plastic on it - it is not very easy to break pieces or to scratch the plastic body. And I LOVE the games for PS3. My husband plays the games on it ... read more

  • The Best Console

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jul 26, 2011
    Pros: FREE ONLINE
    Blu-Ray
    Rechargeable Controller
    Graphics
    Looks Great
    PS Network
    Cons: Menu Navigation
    No Party Chat
    Unreliable

    Summary: I had a choice of buying an Xbox 360 or a Playstation 3. As soon as I found out the Playstation 3 was FREE TO PLAY ONLINE, i was sucked in. I purchased the original "Fat" PS3 about 6 months after release. Unfortunately after a good amount of time it ... read more

  • A Truly Amazing Masterpiece

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 8, 2011
    Pros: Blu-ray, netflix, free internet
    Cons: security, no PS2 games

    Summary: The PS3 is an amazing product that I highly suggest that you go out and buy for yourself.  On it, you can stream netflix, surf the web for free, play all of the fun PS3 games, watch blu-ray, and much more.  The graphics for this system are ... read more

  • Sony PS3 You Cant BEAT It

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 9, 2011
    Pros: Large HD Capacity, Blu-Ray, HD Games, Easy Interface, Only 2 Buttons on Console, 120 GB
    Cons: Constantly Updating System Software and Games, Lags on Video Streaming Apps, 

    Summary: I bought my PS3 in August of 2008 and I love it. I still have it to this day and enjoy it very much. I bought this product because I had previously owned a PS2 and although primitive comparing it to the PS3, it provided several uses for my kids. ... read more

  • Playstation 3 Slim

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 3, 2011
    Pros: Whisper quiet
    doesn't get hot
    web browser
    easy to use
    doesn't take up much space
    good controller to some people
    Cons: Not great online gaming
    High price
    Game freezing
    Bad controller to some people

    Summary: I have had a PS3 slim for about 1 year and let me tell you, it still works like it's out of the box. It is still whisper quiet, the browsing is smooth as compared to an Xbox 360 slim, which i also have and the ps3 is MUCH better than the 2. While the PS3 ... read more

  • Playstation 3 Review

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 8, 2011
    Pros: Does lots more than games, but also movies, Internet, music, and more.
    Cons: Since it does more than games, the game quality could be improved.

    Summary: The Playstation 3 (PS3) is overall, a great console.  The the original Playstation was just for gaming, but Sony took the PS3 to another level.  Not only does it do great gaming with amazing graphics, but it now has a Blu-Ray DVD player, ... read more

  • Best gaming console I currently own.

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 3, 2011
    Pros: Great options, runs smooth, overall very fun.
    Cons: Lack of game genres, cant play ps2 games on it.

    Summary: After a long debate with my spouse, we finally purchased a PS3. I must say that this console is awesome. I'll say the things I don't like first about it though. Number one: We had a lot of PlayStation one and PS2 games in our video game library. None of ... read more

  • Sony Refurbished Model Presents Great Value

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Feb 28, 2011
    Pros: Runs great, awesome graphics, a ton of uses.
    Cons: Downloads and updates can take alot of time.

    Summary: I have been planning to buy a PS3 for quite awhile and finally bit the bullet and decided when buying a new TV to get a system as well. I was planning to buy a brand new 160 gb system. Fourtunately I was able to find this model instead at a lower price, ... read more

  • ps3 slim vs xbox360

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Feb 14, 2011
    Pros:   The Xbox 360 elite has good graphics

    Ps3 slim has bluray

    Cons: The ps3 is easier to hack The Xbox tries its hardest to prevent hackers

    Summary: @ The ps3 slim and the Xbox 360 elite fight has been going on to long I am going to end it right now first off by saying honestly Microsoft needs to step up there game Sony has proven themselves by coming out with a system that not only plays ... read more

  • The war over PS3 and XBOX wont stop, but I will try

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Feb 7, 2011
    Pros: Ps3 less hacks, built in blu-ray. no monthly fee. Quieter than xbox.
    Cons: bulky, bad servers sometimes.

    Summary: This review will be about the PS3 and the Xbox I will cover both sides pros and cons and I will try to be as unbiased as possible. Starting with the Playstation 3:Now I have owned a Playstation 3 for over a year so I know a lot about ... read more

  • Playstation 3 Is it worth it?

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Jan 23, 2011
    Pros: 1. Has a built-in Blu-Ray player
    2. Has an overall lasting appeal
    Cons: 1.Not as many games as the Xbox 360

    Summary: Now most of us know that currently we are at the lowest point of economy since the Great Depression. We all are struggling with finance. Many of us cannot even afford what we like, we may even have to resort to things that we dislike. I myself is ... read more

  • The Ultimate Multi-Media Experience

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Nov 27, 2010
    Pros: Good selection of games
    Great Bang for Buck
    Blu Ray Playback
    Wireless Controllers
    Cutting Edge Technology
    Online is free
    Reliable
    Cons: No unique identity
    Online is not as developed as Xbox Live

    Summary: The Playstation by Sony is the most technologically advanced console of this generation, competing against the Xbox 360 by Microsoft, Nintendo Wii, Gaming PC's, as well as streaming game upstart OnLive. At $300, this console will become the center of any ... read more

  • Playstation 3 Review

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Nov 1, 2010
    Pros: Great Graphics, Great Games, Reliable, Fast, Fun
    Cons: Overheats, Loud Noise, Shutting off, Locking up, Sometimes not reading discs

    Summary: The Playstation 3! The Newest Game system of the playstation genre, Starting out with the Playstation 1, Them the playstation 2, And now the 3. I have enjoyed this game system very much, and i think You would Too. Im doing this review to let people know ... read more

  • Its Slimmer Better Faster

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Oct 29, 2010
    Pros: Slimmer
    Cleaner-Looking
    Lighter
    Less Breakdowns
    Cheaper
    Cons: if you own an old one dont buy the new one.

    Summary: This new Playstation slim is better in ever way. It is thinner and does not heat up as fast as its predicessor. It has alot of storage room with its 120GB hard-drive. In addition it weighs much less and looks better in your living room. The games and ... read more

  • Worth it

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Oct 29, 2010
    Pros: Very rare glitchesFree online gamingWireless controllersGreat games and graphicsEasy Set up
    Cons: Online gaming is less active than X-Box liveDoesn't have Halo Bulky design

    Summary: The PS3 is hands down the best gaming system I have used. The graphics are far better than any of the earlier models of game system and even with the X-Box 360. What sets the two apart is that the PS3 comes with online gaming and the X-Box 360 does not. ... read more

  • My experience with Sony PlayStation 3 Slim

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Oct 25, 2010
    Pros: Good Screen Quality
    Durable
    Cons: Addicting
    Sometimes freezes

    Summary: When I got the SonyPlayStation 3 Slim, it was a present for christmas, and I am 19 so I was not real excited. But I felt obligated to try it out and ended up absolutely loving it. I was able to take it back to college with me and everyone to this day, ... read more

  • LEARN TO LOVE IT

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Oct 10, 2010
    Pros: -Nice slim design. Pretty good graphics. HD games. Wireless Built in
    Cons: -No usb on back. Not many games. Online gaming not as good as Xbox LIVE

    Summary:   I have to admit at first when I started playing the play station 3 I thought, "what the big deal?" As I started to play I got pretty into it. The graphics were cool and I liked it. My favorite game has to be little big planet. Even though it ... read more

  • Playstation 3 a great deal for 300 dollars

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Oct 9, 2010
    Pros: web surfing, Internet access, games, blu-ray movies
    Cons: expensive games, sometimes does not play regular dvd's, overheating

    Summary: A great gamestation with a lot of features. All for the low price of 300 dollars. I have two of these, great for surfing the web and playing games on line with friends. There are a lot of great games for the PlayStation 3 including call of ... read more

  • Good! Good For Adult Gaming

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Sep 27, 2010
    Pros: Smart. Easy 
    Cons: Freezing, Non Family Friendly 

    Summary: Are family has owned one.. Its Such a Great Gameing Console..! Most of the games offered are more for Adults, Not really family friendly and freezes all the time. Also the games like Modern Warfare etc. have great graphics.. I also love the blue ray ... read more

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