PS3 Questions

[matt_mr2t]

Can you look at the net properly - IE like a proper PC?
Will I need a mouse and keyboard?

Has it got a video store like Xbox Live and can you download game demos?

Ta.

[un1eash]

Yes you can go on the net but IMO the browser is abit rubbish, its just an upscaled version on the PSP one. You can use the controller or get a usb mouse and keyboard. Not sure on bluetooth keyboards??

EDIT: bluetooth keyborads and mice do work but they seem to require external bluetooth dongles as the internal bluetooth wont pick them up, these are some that seem to be popular.....

http://www.ebuyer.com/product/104608/rb/25074983216

http://www.pcworld.co.uk/martprd/store/ ... ll&tm=null

http://www.blahdvd.com/blah/Games_Produ ... atform=PS3

You can download games and demos aswell, online play is free aswell

[matt_mr2t]

This ones on behalf of a friend.

Can the 40gb PS3 play PS2 games?

I said I didnt think it did?

[un1eash]

No the 40gb wont play PS2 games, only the 60gb could, thats why there was a mad rush for them before christmas when they stopped making them. Theres talk of a 80gb version coming though which i believe can play some PS2 games.

[matt_mr2t]

Am I reading that right - the 40gb one ISNT wireless?

[un1eash]

Your reading it wrong, it is wireless

[matt_mr2t]

Your reading it wrong, it is wireless

Phew.

It definately has a couple of perks and a couple of set backs over the 360.

I like the fact it's wireless. I like the way you can plug the controller into the console to charge it.
I dont like that there's no headset in the box though and there's no rumble on the controller I believe.

Any way, got a few hours before I can play any way so I'll give my assessment on that later.

[un1eash]

It is a shame they took away the PS2 game play and you lose 2 usb ports with the 40gb.

There are official dual shock controllers available but they will set you back £30-40. The controller is very light and at first feels cheap, god knows where the battery is, there that light.

[matt_mr2t]

Yeah I pulled it out the box and looked for a lid for AA's lol.

I was looking on ebay for cheap Blu Rays - not many are there!

[blue2]

Im amazed by how light they are. They dont take too long to charge either.

[matt_mr2t]

Do they stand up well to being thrown

[oukie]

Well ive dropped mine a few times but aint thrown them

Edit Asda and Blockbuster are your friends for cheapest bluray to buy but you can also rent from Blockbuster

[wes]

one person on my freinds list got a official dualshock 3 of ebay for 31 quid delivered in a week
if any one wants the sellers name i can pm it 4 you
the internet is rather good if the servers (i guess) arent choca block
to play on the net you will probably have to do a update when you first turn the console on, this seems to take forever
the pictures on this site look really good of a tv than using a laptop on the net

[mikee66]

can you pm me the name pls

[wes]

pm sent
also u can send a message if your on my ps3 freinds list

[wes]

heres a little tip i found out for downloadin stuff of the playstation store
if your downloadin stuff and your not playing games put the internet on and it will download quicker

[matt_mr2t]

Motorstorm is xxxx!! Bluray films are good. Posted this from console

[Lauren]

Motorstorm is xxxx!! Bluray films are good. Posted this from console

Wait for GT5. Its out in a few weeks i believe.

[un1eash]

GT5:Prologue 28/03/2088
GT5 not till 26/09/2008

[Andy Jones]

Motorstorm is xxxx!! Bluray films are good. Posted this from console

Wait for GT5. Its out in a few weeks i believe.

Been playing Motorstorm a bit recently, Working my way through level 3 at the moment. It's a shame it didn't live up to all the hype surrounding it before the machine was launched. Looks great and it's a bit of a laugh with the bike, quad and rally car but most of the other vehicles are just too slow and ruin it imo.

GT5 Prologue: Pre-ordered