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The PlayStation 3 version of the Cross Media Bar demonstrated at [[E3]] [[2006]] ([http://www.gametrailers.com/umwatcher.php?id=4069 video]) included options for different user profiles, the ability to explore photos, play music and movies from the hard drive, compatibility for a USB Keyboard and Mouse, a full Internet browser and a Friends menu. In a separate demo Sony presented the "Marketplace" where users can buy and download music. [[Linux]] will be pre-installed on the PS3 hard drive. Currently it is unknown if Linux will be the [[operating system]] used to run everything, including the Cross Media Bar, or if the system will operate as a [[dual boot]] environment, where Linux would be loaded from the Cross Media Bar menu. Sony has also worked with [[Stanford University]] to bring the [[Folding@home]] project to the PS3<ref>{{cite web|last=Williams|first=David|title=PlayStation's serious side: Fighting disease|url=http://www.cnn.com/2006/TECH/fun.games/09/18/playstation.folding/|publisher=CNN News|date=2006-09-19|accessdate=2006-09-21}}</ref>. When downloaded, the program will run when the system is idle. The Playstation 3's operating system uses 96 MB/256 MB{{fact}} of system memory and 1 SPE during gameplay.
The PlayStation 3 version of the Cross Media Bar demonstrated at [[E3]] [[2006]] ([http://www.gametrailers.com/umwatcher.php?id=4069 video]) included options for different user profiles, the ability to explore photos, play music and movies from the hard drive, compatibility for a USB Keyboard and Mouse, a full Internet browser and a Friends menu. In a separate demo Sony presented the "Marketplace" where users can buy and download music. [[Linux]] will be pre-installed on the PS3 hard drive. Currently it is unknown if Linux will be the [[operating system]] used to run everything, including the Cross Media Bar, or if the system will operate as a [[dual boot]] environment, where Linux would be loaded from the Cross Media Bar menu. Sony has also worked with [[Stanford University]] to bring the [[Folding@home]] project to the PS3<ref>{{cite web|last=Williams|first=David|title=PlayStation's serious side: Fighting disease|url=http://www.cnn.com/2006/TECH/fun.games/09/18/playstation.folding/|publisher=CNN News|date=2006-09-19|accessdate=2006-09-21}}</ref>. When downloaded, the program will run when the system is idle. The Playstation 3's operating system uses 96 MB/256 MB{{fact}} of system memory and 1 SPE during gameplay.
{{cquote|Because we have plans for having Linux on board [the PS3], we also recognize Linux programming activities… Other than game studios tied to official developer licenses, we'd like to see various individuals participate in content creation for the PS3.<br />'''|20px|20px|—Izumi Kawanishi on the presence of the Linux in the PS3.'''<ref name="ps3_linux">{{cite web|last=Carless|first=Simon|url=http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=9290|title=E3: Kawanishi Talks Homebrew Linux PS3 Development|publisher=Gamasutra|date=[[2006-05-12]]|accessdate=2006-05-24}}</ref>}}
{{cquote|Because we have plans for having Linux on board [the PS3], we also recognize Linux programming activities… Other than game studios tied to official developer licenses, we'd like to see various individuals participate in content creation for the PS3.<br />'''|20px|20px|—Izumi Kawanishi on the presence of the Linux in the PS3.'''<ref name="ps3_linux">{{cite web|last=Carless|first=Simon|url=http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=9290|title=E3: Kawanishi Talks Homebrew Linux PS3 Development|publisher=Gamasutra|date=[[2006-05-12]]|accessdate=2006-05-24}}</ref>}}

=== Yellow Dog Linux ===
Terrasoft, popular their ports of [[Yellow Dog Linux]] to [[PowerPC]] architechtures, is listing<ref>{{cite web|title=Terrasoft porting Yellow Dog to CellBE's PS3|url=http://www.terrasoftsolutions.com/products/ydl/apps.shtml}}</ref> PS3 as a supported platform for Yellow Dog 5.0 which should include 1500 applications amongst Development tools, Desktop utilities and 3rd party software besides Enlightenment, an end-user theme manager.


=== PlayStation Network Platform ===
=== PlayStation Network Platform ===

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PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3 logo
PlayStation 3 logo
ManufacturerSony Computer Entertainment
TypeVideo game console
GenerationSeventh generation era
LifespanJapan November 11 2006
United States November 17 2006
Europe March 2007
Australia March 2007
Mexico Q1 2007
MediaBD-ROM
DVD-ROM
CD-ROM
SACD
CPU3.2 GHz Cell Broadband Engine with 1 PPE and 7 SPEs
Online servicesPlayStation Network Platform
Backward
compatibility		PlayStation, PlayStation 2[1]
PredecessorPlayStation 2

PlayStation 3 (Japanese: プレイステーション 3,, Pureisutēshon Surī, trademarked PLAYSTATION 3,[2] abbreviated PS3) is the name of Sony's seventh generation era video game console, third in the PlayStation series. It is the successor to the PlayStation 2 and will compete against Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii. The PS3 is scheduled for release on November 11, 2006 in Japan, November 17, 2006 in North America (excluding Mexico, where the console will be released in Q1 2007), and March, 2007 in Europe and will ship in two initial configurations, the main difference between them being the size of the internal hard disk drive (20 GB vs. 60 GB).

Sony officially unveiled the PS3 to the public on May 16, 2005 during an E3 conference. A functional version of the console was not at E3 2005 or the Tokyo Game Show in September 2005, although at both events, demonstrations were held on devkits (e.g. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots) and comparable PC hardware, and video footage based on the predicted PS3 specifications was produced (e.g. Mobile Suit Gundam).[3] It wasn't until E3 2006 that games were shown on actual PlayStation 3 systems. In preparation for launch, Sony demonstrated 27 playable PS3 titles during the Tokyo Game Show in September 2006 on final hardware.[4] SCEA will determine ten applicants to attend a Launch Party in Los Angeles on November 8 2006 ([3]).

Overview

System configuration

System Features
Feature Basic Premium
Upgradable hard drive Yes, 20 GB Yes, 60 GB
Blu-ray drive Yes Yes
HDMI port Yes[5] Yes
Bluetooth controllers Yes, 1 Yes, 1
Flash card readers No Yes
Built-in Wi-Fi No Yes
Silver-colored logo and trim No Yes

Sony's initial retail strategy for the PlayStation 3 will involve two different configurations that are detailed in a Sony press release.[6] The "premium" version of the PlayStation 3 will come with an internal 60 GB Serial ATA 2.5" hard drive, Wi-Fi connectivity, and multiple flash memory card readers, and features a brighter cosmetic silver-colored logo and trim.[4] The second, alternate configuration of the console will have a 20 GB internal hard drive, but will not feature Wi-Fi or a memory card reader. The hard drive is upgradeable, and memory card and Wi-Fi support can be added through adaptors.[7]

Release data and pricing

Suggested retail price by region*
Region Expected pricing at release
Basic Premium
Japan Japan JP¥49,980[5] Open price[6]
United States United States[8] US$499 US$599
Canada Canada[8] C$549 C$659
Mexico Mexico MXN$7,999 MXN$9,499
Europe Eurozone[9]
(excluding Finland) 		€499 €599
United Kingdom United Kingdom[10] GB£375†[citation needed] GB£425†
Switzerland Switzerland[11]
 CHF 749 CHF 899
Norway Norway[12]
-
 5000 NOK†
Denmark Denmark[13] 4295 DKK† 5495 DKK†
Sweden Sweden[14]
-
 5999 SEK†
Finland Finland[15] €550 €650
Australia Australia[16] A$829 A$999
New Zealand New Zealand NZ$999†
[citation needed] 		NZ$1199.95[17]†
* Prices and release dates subject to change.
 † Price not confirmed as official suggested retail price

David Wilson, Head of Public Relations at Sony Computer Entertainment UK, stated that both models will likely be sold in the UK market, but both may not be available at launch.[10] Previously, Sony Computer Entertainment UK Marketing Director Ray Maguire had stated that only the 60 GB version would be available at launch.[18] Sony announced on September 6, 2006 that the PAL (European and Australasia) launch has been delayed until March, 2007 due to a shortage of diodes used in the Blu-ray drive.[19]

In Japan, Sony has opted to go with an open pricing scheme for the 60 GB model, allowing retailers to set a price point themselves. Rakuten, one of the biggest Japanese online retailers, has set their price point at ¥71,800, or ¥75,390 with taxes added (about US$675).[20] A Merrill Lynch research report estimates the production cost to Sony of a PlayStation 3 console - not including the hard drive - to be US$800 at launch.[21]

Game pricing

There have also been statements by Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) President and CEO Kaz Hirai suggesting games may cost somewhere between US$60 and US$100[22], more than the US$60 standard for higher-priced games. The official Sony website, as of 2006-10-15, offers game preorders at US$59.99. ([5]).

Software

Current event marker This section contains information about video games under development.
It is likely to contain information of a speculative nature, and the content may change as more information becomes available. Information relating these titles to the PlayStation 3 may be found on the individual game pages. 		Game controller

Games

Main article: List of PlayStation 3 games
Launch titles Other major titles
Shooter Action
Racing
Role-playing Fighting
Sports

All PlayStation 3 games will be region-free. [6]

Backward compatibility

Sony has stated that the PlayStation 3 will have backward compatibility with the PlayStation and PlayStation 2, and that every PS1 and PS2 game that observes its respective system's TRC (Technical Requirements Checklist) will be playable on PS3 at launch.[1]SCE president Ken Kutaragi asked developers to adhere to the TRC to facilitate compatibility with future PlayStations, stating that the company was having some difficulty getting backward compatibility with games that had not followed the TRCs. "Either it's accidental or on purpose; there's actually a lot of games that don't follow the TRC."[23]. It has been reported that initial PS3 units will include the CPU/rasterizer combination chip used in slim PS2 (EE+GS) to achieve backward compatibility.[24]

The PlayStation 3 does not include interfaces for legacy PlayStation devices, but there will be an adapter for the memory cards[7] so users can save their PS1/PS2 data on to a virtual memory card in the hard drive. USB devices for PlayStation 2 may be compatible with PlayStation 3. PlayStation 3 can use Memory Sticks to store save data for PlayStation and PlayStation 2 software.[25]

Software development

The PlayStation 3, unlike the PlayStation and PlayStation 2 systems[citation needed], is based on open and publicly available application programming interfaces. The PlayStation 3 development kit system distributed by Sony was recently praised by IGN as having "distinct lack of noise and heat coming from the system". Despite earlier rumours of programming being difficult,[26] IGN reports that they were told that the dev kit "seemed extremely adaptive and easy to program for"[27]. Sony has selected several technologies and arranged several sublicensing agreements to create an advanced software development kit for developers. In addition, in 2005 Sony purchased SN Systems, a former provider of Microsoft Windows-based development tools for a variety of console platforms; including PlayStation 2, GameCube, PSP and Nintendo DS to create additional GNU development tools. Sony is providing all developers with GNU toolchains[citation needed], and SN Systems will provide customer-oriented wrappers for GNU tools at an additional cost.

The open standards are specified by the Khronos Group, and are intended to work with Nvidia's Cg programming language. Scene data are stored with COLLADA v1.4, an open, XML-based file format.[28]. Rendering uses PSGL, a modified version of OpenGL ES 1.0 (OpenGL ES 2.0 compliant except for the use of Cg instead of GLSL), with extensions specifically aimed at the PS3[29]. Other specifications include OpenMAX, a collection of fast, cross-platform tools for general "media acceleration," such as matrix calculations, and OpenVG, for hardware-accelerated 2D vector graphics. These specifications have GPL, free for any use, and/or commercial implementations by third parties.

Sublicensed technology includes complete game engines, physics libraries, and special libraries. Engines include Epic's Unreal engine 3.0. Physics libraries include AGEIA's PhysX SDK, NovodeX[30], and Havok's physics and animation engines[31]. Other tools include Pixelux's Game Asset Synthesis Technology[citation needed] (a toolkit for advanced procedural synthesis) and the Digital Molecular Matter engine plug in for Maya and 3d Studio Max, Nvidia's Cg 1.5 (a C-like shading language, which HLSL was based upon), SpeedTree RT by Interactive Data Visualization, Inc. (high-quality virtual foliage in real time), and Kynogon's Kynapse 4.0 "large scale A.I."[32].

Sony has considered using IPv6, the next generation of the Internet Protocol. [33].

Interface and operating system

File:PS3 XMB2.jpg
PS3's XMB Cross Bar Interface
Main article: Cross Media Bar

The PlayStation 3 version of the Cross Media Bar demonstrated at E3 2006 (video) included options for different user profiles, the ability to explore photos, play music and movies from the hard drive, compatibility for a USB Keyboard and Mouse, a full Internet browser and a Friends menu. In a separate demo Sony presented the "Marketplace" where users can buy and download music. Linux will be pre-installed on the PS3 hard drive. Currently it is unknown if Linux will be the operating system used to run everything, including the Cross Media Bar, or if the system will operate as a dual boot environment, where Linux would be loaded from the Cross Media Bar menu. Sony has also worked with Stanford University to bring the Folding@home project to the PS3[34]. When downloaded, the program will run when the system is idle. The Playstation 3's operating system uses 96 MB/256 MB[citation needed] of system memory and 1 SPE during gameplay.

Because we have plans for having Linux on board [the PS3], we also recognize Linux programming activities… Other than game studios tied to official developer licenses, we'd like to see various individuals participate in content creation for the PS3.

— —Izumi Kawanishi on the presence of the Linux in the PS3.[35]

Yellow Dog Linux

Terrasoft, popular their ports of Yellow Dog Linux to PowerPC architechtures, is listing[36] PS3 as a supported platform for Yellow Dog 5.0 which should include 1500 applications amongst Development tools, Desktop utilities and 3rd party software besides Enlightenment, an end-user theme manager.

PlayStation Network Platform

Main article: PlayStation Network Platform

In response to Microsoft's successful Xbox Live network, Sony announced a unified online service for the Playstation 3's console at the 2006 PlayStation Business Briefing meeting in Tokyo; tentatively titled "PlayStation Network Platform". Sony has confirmed that the service will be always connected[37], free and include multiplayer support. However developers are permitted to charge a subscription fee, as is common with MMO games.

On September 12th, it was believed to be confirmed that the PNP would be combined with a modfied version of the Xfire client to provide various match-making facilites, such as Friends Lists, among other features. However, Xfire CEO Mike Cassidy later clarified: "Xfire is not part of the PlayStation Network Platform. We are in discussions with Sony Online Entertainment, but I cannot comment any further." [38]

In Tokyo Game Show on September 21st, it was revealed that users will be able to download some of the thousands of PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2 titles from the PlayStation Network Platform for a fee, starting with those with the smallest game data. The reason to allow this kind of functionality is that Sony wants to allow the users to choose the games of their preference. Ken Kutaragi also announced functionality with other consoles, similar to Nintendo upcoming Virtual Console, including confirmed Sega Genesis and Turbo Grafx 16 functionality. However, SEGA has replied that Sony has been too hasty with calling it a fact. SEGA is currently reviewing the possibilities, but have not yet made a decision on it.[8]

Hardware summary

Main articles: Cell microprocessor, RSX 'Reality Synthesizer', XDR DRAM, and Blu-ray Disc

Unless otherwise noted, the following specifications are based on a press release by Sony at the 2005 E3 Conference,[39] and slides from a Sony presentation at the 2006 Game Developer's Conference.[40]

The PS3's 3.2 GHz Cell processor, developed jointly by Sony, Toshiba and IBM ("SIT"), is an implementation to dynamically assign physical processor cores to do different types of work independently. It has a PowerPC-based "Power Processing Element" (PPE) and six accessible 3.2 GHz Synergistic Processing Elements (SPEs), a seventh runs in a special mode and is dedicated to OS security, and an eighth disabled to improve production yields. The PPE, SPE's and other elements ("units") are connected via an Element Interconnect Bus which serves to connect all of the units in a ring-style bus. The PPE has a 512KB level 2 cache and one VMX vector unit. Each of the SPEs is a RISC processor with 128 128-bit SIMD GPRs and superscalar functions. Each SPE contains 256KB of non-cached memory (local storage, "LS") that is shared by program code and work data. SPEs may access more data in the main memory using DMA. The floating point performance of the whole system (CPU + GPU) is reported to be 2.18 TFLOPS[39]. PlayStation 3's Cell CPU achieves 218 GFLOPS single precision float and is reported at around 26 GFLOPS double precision. The PS3 will ship with 256 MB of Rambus XDR DRAM, clocked at CPU die speed.

Regarding real world results on high computing power, the Cell processor allows programmers to assign SPE's to do different work by instructing the SPE cores to run special programs, and programmers may arrange their data flow in different ways, for example using parallel, pipelined or streamed processing data flow models. As an example for parallel processing performance gains, you can instruct one core to work on decoding and multiplexing audio, another core to perform computations on realistic projectiles subject to changing gravity constraints and yet another to govern the activities of the main character. The programmer still has 3 more cores not yet assigned but the only remaining task is to collect the work performed and display the results on the screen. Now that each core can be dedicated to one task instead of being interrupted and switching contexts repeatedly like conventional architectures, the efficiency and throughput goes up. In addition, since the program code on each SPE core is executed from its local LS memory, much more Element Interconnect Bus bandwidth is available to transfers of work data, thus allowing more efficient use of the bus, again increasing efficiency and throughput. A possible downside is that this also places a 256KB size restriction on the SPE program code, which may present a challenge for certain programming tasks.

The Graphic processing unit is based on NVIDIA G70 (previously known as NV47) architecture, which focuses on maximizing per-pixel computation in favor of raw pixel output. The GPU will make use of 256 MB GDDR3 VRAM clocked at 650 MHz. The GPU has access to the XDR main memory as well.

It also supports a wide array of standard and HDTV resolutions and connectivity options (such as HDMI and Component video). In terms of audio, the PS3 will support a number of advanced audio formats, including 7.1 digital audio, Dolby TrueHD, and others. For the optical drive, a wide variety of DVD and CD formats are supported, as well as Blu-ray Disc. A 20 GB / 60 GB 2.5" SATA150 Hard Disk Drive is pre-installed and coupled with Linux. In the 60GB configuration, Flash Memory can also be used — either Memory Stick, CompactFlash, or SD/MMC. For communication, the PS3 will have one Gigabit ethernet port, four USB 2.0 ports, and will support Bluetooth 2.0 EDR.

The console uses heat pipes and Sony claims the system will be as quiet as a slim PS2. Physically, the PlayStation 3 is approximately 5 kg (11 lb), 9.8 cm × 32.5 cm × 27.4 cm (3.9 in. × 12.8 in. × 10.8 in.). The power supply will be built into the console. A standard 3-pin IEC connector is present at the base of the console.

Accessories

Main article: PlayStation 3 accessories
The PlayStation 3 Wireless Controller (SIXAXIS)

The PS3 SIXAXIS[41] is a controller that is nearly identical to that of the predecessor's DualShock. The Sixaxis features finer analogue sensitivity,[42] more trigger-like R2 and L2 buttons, a Home button, and a USB mini-B port for charging the internal battery and use for wired play. There are four numbered LED indicators as well, to identify and distinguish multiple wireless controllers. The PlayStation 3 supports up to 7 simultaneous controllers over Bluetooth.[43] The Sixaxis is named for its ability to detect motion in the full six degrees. Unlike the previous DualShock however, this new controller has no vibration feature; Sony says this would interfere with the motion sensor.

Using Bluetooth, the PlayStation 3 BD Remote will cost 3,800 Yen (about US$35) [9]

PlayStation Portable Connectivity

The PlayStation Portable can connect with the PS3 in many ways, including game connectivity, including a racing game shown at E3 2006 which uses the PSP as a mirror. Sony also will allow the PS3 to send PlayStation games to the PSP that will be able to be used on the PSP's PlayStation Emulator, which should be released alongside the PS3. [44]

In a survey put out by Sony for the PlayStation Underground members who owned PSPs on September 22nd, 2006, Sony listed a group of things that were about PSP interaction with the PS3:

"20. The following statements concern the way you would like a portable device to interact with a console. Rank these statements based on their appeal to you. (1 = Not Appealing, 6 = Very Appealing)

Use the device to complete side missions for console games (unlockables, etc.).

Transfer media (music/pictures/video) wirelessly from the console to the device (broadcast television, new levels for games). Use the device WHILE PLAYING the console game as an additional weapon/utility to help the gameplay (2nd player option, radar for incoming enemies, etc.).

Record console gameplay video for display on the device (showing off your high scores or "cool moves" to friends)."

Criticism

The high launch price of the PS3 has been subjected to much criticism, from analysts[45] and developers[46] alike. Sony executive Phil Harrison has defended the price by citing its Blu-ray support and overall value.[47] Thus far, public reception of the console has been mixed with Sony's stock price declining partially due to worries about the future of the PlayStation brand and its profitability.[48] Consumers criticize the PlayStation 3 for lack of surface-level innovation, and relying on sequels to popular games. [49]

Marketing

In what could be the first big advertising campaign, the PlayStation 3 was featured in the advertising boards of 16 stadiums across Europe, during the Matchday 1 of the UEFA Champions League 2006-2007 Group Stage, on September 12 2006 and September 13 2006.

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