So here's what we know:
- PS3 Slim is 32% Smaller and 36% lighter than the original PS3, it is smaller than the 360
- Similar in design to the original PS3 design, though the finish is mostly matte with smooth finishes along the sides of the console and chrome around the disk slot area
- It runs on less power than the original
- Still no PS2 backwards compatibility
- Generally same experience as original PS3 - 2 USB ports, Bluetooth, etc...
- Model does not have a rear power button
- 120GB Hard Drive (Removable/Expandable)
- No secondary OS support (no linux)
- Bravia Link Support
- PS3 Slim will phase out the fat PS3, with the 80GB models to be cleared out by September
- Firmware 3.0 wont come with launch models, but will be added on to later ones
- Launches Sept. 1st, 2009
Packaging (via Engadget):
Console Pictures:
