The Specs

• CPU Processing Power.
• Features the previously announced “Cell Processor”
• The clock speed will run a 3.2GHz.
• It will have 256MB of XDR main RAM at 3.2GHz.
• The system bandwidth of the main ram will be 25.6GB/s.
• There will be an additional 256MB of GDDR VRAM at 700MHz.
• The VRAM bandwidth will be 22.4GB/s.
• Graphical processing Power.
• Sony will use Nvidia technology in their graphics chip dubbed “The Reality Synthesizer” or RSX for short.
• The GPU will handle 128bit pixel precision and 1080p resolution.
• It will have 512MB of graphics rendering memory.
• It will contain over 300 million transistors which is larger than any other commercially available processor.
• i.e. It’s more powerful than 2 GeForce6800 Ultra video cards.
• Supported Media:
• Will use Blu-ray discs as it’s media format.
• Discs can hold six times as much data as current-generation DVD’s
• Other media formats include

• There will also be slots for Memory Stick Duo and compact flash memory.
• There will be a slot for a removable 2.5-inch hard drive.
• The PS3 will have extensive multimedia features.
• Video chat which will involve the use of the next generation EyeToy camera.
• This new camera will be wireless and produce images in high definition, but will not come with the PS3.
• Internet access.
• Digital Photo Viewing.
• Digital Audio and Video.
• 5.1 Dolby DTS.
• Two HDMI HD outputs allowing for two side by side HDTV’s to project video in a 32:9 extra widescreen format or for extended game display.
• Will support seven Bluetooth controllers with an estimated 24 hours of play before needing recharged.
• There are six USB slots (Four in front, two in back).
• The PS3 will also have WiFi connectivity to the PSP for use as a remote screen or controller.
• Overall, the PS3 has some seriously impressive specs. It all could add up to another dominating Sony console if they live up to the promises.

The Games

• The PS3 will be backward compatible with the PS2 and original Playstation.
• Some confirmed games already in production are: