Sony - PlayStation 3 - 500GB - Black

The new PS3 slim is great! It was easy to install and runs much quieter than my old PS3. I was shocked on how much smaller it was to my old system. I was able to load my old profile from PlayStation Network with no issues. Very happy!

I bought this unit as a replacement for my old fat 80GB MGS4 edition PS3. The old unit finally bit the dust after replacing the Bluray laser in mid 2014 and upgrading the HD to 500GB on Christmas 2014. Of course the newer model is smaller, thinner, and seems to run cooler and quieter than my previous model. I have never played on a system other than the original so I was immediately caught off-guard on how cheap the new one looks and feels to the old. New one is lighter, feels more fragile, no chrome/gloss finish. There are only two USB ports vs the old model which had four. The disk drive is accessed via a panel that, when eject is pressed, slides to the side allowing you to place the disk inside. This is in contrast to the old PS3, where you fed the disk into the front of the system and it drew it in (like a car stereo). The controller that was included in the box has a matte finish, which I actually prefer over the original's glossy controllers. I will miss the backwards-compatibility that I had with my old system- but I understand that most people do not keep their older gen games (PS2, PS1) so it may be a non-issue to most consumers. I had the new PS3 lock up and stall while playing Lego Batman 3 and Lego Marvel Super Heroes games. I bring this up because these were symptoms I noticed when my fatty started to go, so I am monitoring things closely. For preventing issues with overheating I would still try to keep the PS3 well ventilated. Though the new model is improved, I think the PS3 is still known for being a furnace and getting pretty warm over extended playing times. As for other uses, I have used it to play NetFlix and 3D Blurays without issue. Though I haven't done this extensively, I expect it will perform like the old model- which did these things very well. All in all it is worth buying if you are replacing an old system. Unless you can get deals on HDs and have a HD harness on hand, avoid the 12GB model and go with this. Also, if you are not impressed with next-gen (PS4, XBOX one) these are cheap enough to buy and still have fun with before they become totally obsolete. My old model was my main entertainment box for about ten years. I am expecting the new model to last at least half as long.

Bought this so I could play The Last of Us and ended up getting more out of it than I expected. I usually have to resort to watching movies and such on my laptop but now I have a way to access my Amazon Instant Video account to watch movies and shows on the TV. It's also just a great thing to have when I have company. I can easily play music for a party or just play an online game with somebody. My cousins love it as well.

Prepare to enter a world of adrenaline-pumping entertainment with the PlayStation 3. You'll be able to play your favorite game titles and stream Web content, including movies, shows and music. The console comes with a spacious 500GB hard drive and a DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller to get you started. Satisfy your thirst for entertainment with the PlayStation 3. The PlayStation 3 opens up a variety of entertainment possibilities for you to choose from. Immerse yourself in high-definition visuals during gameplay sessions with access to a wide range of popular titles, including LittleBigPlanet, The Last of Us, God of War, Gran Turismo and UNCHARTED. Access an assortment of instant streaming content, including Netflix, Hulu, HBO GO and Amazon Instant Video, via the console's built-in Wi-Fi. You can also stream content directly from your Bluetooth-enabled device, since the PlayStation 3 features Bluetooth technology. Watch your favorite movies by popping a disc into the Blu-ray drive, which supports DVDs to accommodate your entire media collection. You'll have ample room to house game data, music, photos and other media with the spacious 500GB hard drive. Plus, the included DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller helps you enjoy a flexible range of motion while gaming. I would recommend this PS3

The ps3 is a great system with the benefit of online playing without more expense. The system can do live streaming of netflix and the like. It runs quietly and offers something for every member of the family to enjoy.

This is my second PS3. Previously I had a PS3 Slim for 5 years. This is a bit smaller, much quieter, and has a much larger hard drive. Excellent machine.

Excellent product. Very happy with our purchase. The memory is great for storing all the games and downloads. Kids and adults spend hours of bliss on it!!

I purchased this system as a back up to the PS3 that I already have. Sony makes excellent gaming systems so this was a no brainer. Shame that PS4 refuses backwards compatibility to push for sales of its current gen system leaving customers past investments high and dry. But Sony still provides an excellent console.