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corez

Nov 8 2007, 09:44 PM

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Just got mine yesterday from beatboyz. Asia 80 gig version. Price is 1800 with 2 controllers.

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QUOTE(corez @ Nov 8 2007, 09:44 PM)

Just got mine yesterday from beatboyz. Asia 80 gig version. Price is 1800 with 2 controllers.

It's still that pricey eh?

maybe I have to wait a little more

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QUOTE(corez @ Nov 8 2007, 09:44 PM)

Just got mine yesterday from beatboyz. Asia 80 gig version. Price is 1800 with 2 controllers.

want to ask...
isit HK version or SG version?

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yea, sg or hk?

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QUOTE(Muchi @ Nov 8 2007, 06:17 PM)

Pirating on the PS3 is possible but pointless.

Don't think a modchip is needed. Don't quote me on this though.

Anyway, all you need is/are:

- a dedicated PS3 Homebrew guru for the PS3 firmwares. (Each Firmware has to be rehacked from scratch)

- time to download 20gb+ per game through torrent. (SlySoft Inc. managed to cracked the Advanced Access Content System (AACS) and Digital Rights Management (DRM), FYI. Google it.)

- a Blu-Ray disc burner (go check yourself how much one costs

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- Blu-Ray-R discs

- alot of luck to not brick your PS3 using Homebrews

So it's definitely possible but sorry to burst some people's bubbles, it's really pointless.

hmm how long did it take last time to mass produce DVD ? We may use back the time period to estimate when will a modded PS 3 can be produced haha

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QUOTE(munak991 @ Nov 9 2007, 03:52 AM)

want to ask...
isit HK version or SG version?

How to check that?

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Nov 9 2007, 04:45 PM

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QUOTE(Hou_JaI @ Nov 9 2007, 03:40 PM)

hmm how long did it take last time to mass produce DVD ? We may use back the time period to estimate when will a modded PS 3 can be produced haha

Whether people could mass produce or not is one question. Bricking your PS3 from modding or installing Homebrew PS3 Firmware is another.

What is the point if people could mass produce Blu-Ray but there are no PS3 to play the game due to PS3s dying/bricking?

QUOTE(corez @ Nov 9 2007, 03:41 PM)

How to check that?

At the top of your PS3 box, check the bottom right corner. There is a sticker there. Is yours CECHE12(Hong Kong) or CECHE06(Singapore). And 'HK5' is printed on my sticker as well because it's Hong Kong version. Hope that helps

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According to Kaz Hirai, the 40gb PS3 will be using the 65nm process for the Cell chip but the RSX graphics chip will still be using the 90nm process.

And the 20gb/60gb PS3 might continue production depending on how the consumer reacts.

Here is the link: Ign.com

For those who can read Japanese, here is the Kaz Hirai interview: watch.impress.co.jp

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Nov 9 2007, 06:34 PM

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hm.. why oh why.. japanese version always get white version... zzzzzzzzzzzz

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QUOTE(DjiNn @ Nov 9 2007, 06:34 PM)

hm.. why oh why.. japanese version always get white version... zzzzzzzzzzzz

SG version also got boss, check their official site. They even announced the price for Dual Shock 3 gamepad for S$73. Anyway when is the stock for 40Gb coming?

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Nov 9 2007, 06:57 PM

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yalo, how long more will msia get 40gb...

my folklore from playasia is staring at me right now >.<

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QUOTE(skincladalien @ Nov 9 2007, 06:57 PM)

yalo, how long more will msia get 40gb...

my folklore from playasia is staring at me right now >.<

asia.playstation.com

The official release date is on 11th of Nov. Today is just the 9th of Nov. Patience

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QUOTE(Muchi @ Nov 8 2007, 08:51 PM)

Dual Shock 3 is only avalaible for Japan this holiday season. You can import it or try and ask Bernard, Keane or Djinn and see whether they are bringing any in.

And from what I have read before this, currently it's only available as an optional purchase, and not bundled with the 40gb PS3. I could be wrong.

But here is one of the site I found:

www.macnn.com - date of news is 9th Oct, so I am not sure how credible it is.

I quote, "The Dual Shock 3 will only be available as an optional $47 device but will ship on the same November 11th release date as the 40GB PS3 in matching black or white, arriving in time for the release of supporting games like Gran Turismo 5 Prologue."

Even Play-Asia and YesAsia says that they are shipping with the SixAxis

Hope that helps.

thanks for the info... wonder when it will launch for Sg/Msia

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QUOTE(maxtor21 @ Nov 9 2007, 11:19 PM)

thanks for the info... wonder when it will launch for Sg/Msia

asia.playstation.com

The official release date for Singapore is on 11th of Nov. Think shops will get their supplies within 1-2 weeks of the official release. Not too sure though but it will definitely be out this month

And welcome to the dark side

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Nov 10 2007, 12:17 AM

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what would the expected price of the 40gb be?

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Nov 10 2007, 12:54 AM

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QUOTE(Holyboyz @ Nov 10 2007, 12:17 AM)

what would the expected price of the 40gb be?

The suggested price for the PS3 on the Playstation site (click me, I am a link) is SG$559. And if you use the currency calculator at x-rates.com, SG$559 = RM1296.47. Bear in mind, that is is just the rough calculation.

Play-Asia list it at RM1342 without shipping cost yet, I guess.

So my estimation for the 40gb PS3 would be at RM1400, more or less based on what I see on the Playstation and Play-Asia site.

Don't quote me on this. I am just a normal gamer who does not own a game shop. Everything I said is just my estimation/guessing. So, please take note on this fact.

I guess Bernard, Keane and Djinn could not give everyone a price yet because they have to wait and see what the supplier has to say.

So everyone who is curious about the 40gb PS3's pricing. Please, at least wait till 11th or 12th of November before you guys start asking for the price from them.

Hope that helps

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Nov 10 2007, 01:35 AM

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I think 40Gb PS3 is Nice.Even though it was not 65nm Processor.
compare to PS3 80GB.it cost Rm 1.8k for 80Gb and 1.4k k for 80GB
a 5200RPM Sata harddisk cost about RM 210 if u look at lowyat price treat.
But if u live outside Malaysia u cant get a Harddisk that cheap

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Nov 10 2007, 01:56 AM

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muchi camping this topic ar...1 post 1 reply...

btw i think last page there is a quote that someone from sony says processor is 65nm but the graphic still 90nm...

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QUOTE(munak991 @ Nov 10 2007, 01:35 AM)

I think 40Gb PS3 is Nice.Even though it was not 65nm Processor.
compare to PS3 80GB.it cost Rm 1.8k for 80Gb and 1.4k k for 80GB
a 5200RPM Sata harddisk cost about RM 210 if u look at lowyat price treat.
But if u live outside Malaysia u cant get a Harddisk that cheap

Munak, I posted this on Post #489

According to Kaz Hirai, the 40gb PS3 will be using the 65nm process for the Cell chip but the RSX graphics chip will still be using the 90nm process. However, the shrinkage of the CPU is considered enough to cut the power consumption of the PS3.

And the 20gb/60gb PS3 might continue production depending on how the consumer reacts.

Here is the link: Ign.com

For those who can read Japanese, here is the Kaz Hirai interview: watch.impress.co.jp

QUOTE(skincladalien @ Nov 10 2007, 01:56 AM)

muchi camping this topic ar...1 post 1 reply...

btw i think last page there is a quote that someone from sony says processor is 65nm but the graphic still 90nm...

Lol, camping here won't increase my post count. Just like to help people out and inform people bout the PS3 if I could

And I was the one who posted what Kaz Hirai said.

Maybe it's because I experienced a few times where no one care bout what I asked. So yea, if someone ask something or state something and I could add to it, why not? It's no fun being clueless

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Nov 10 2007, 02:05 AM

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hmm, from 380W to 280W, and max load sound 36dB to 30dB

looks like even i cant wait adi and go get 80gb also not worth

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Aiya Electric consumtion,who cares haha.its not PC(torrent 24/7)
So PS3 with 380W i still gonna get it beacuse it has 4 slot of USB port

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