The way players pronounce it PS3, it certainly shows off players' loads of attitude to take the roughest and the most difficult challenge to win. That is what this PS3 is all about and no wonder, this is why, Playstation3 games have rippled a rage across the world since inception. The entire set up of this PlayStation is a combination of sophisticated hardware, software and additional accessories which hardly lets players feel they are actually out of the console with remote and other accessories in their hand. PS 3, the third home video gaming console to be created by Sony Computer Entertainment and the next generation PlayStation 2, is known to stimulate loads of excitements in players. There are several features which have pushed it ahead from its prior generation of PlayStation. However, the major advancement brought in PS3 is the integration of online gaming service that is referred as PlayStation Network. Apart from inducing this online gaming facility, Sony has appended more high class technological features including robust multimedia capabilities, connectivity to the PSP (PlayStation Portable) with Blu-ray Disc, a high-definition optical disc format to use as primary medium for storage. The PS 3 is the first PlayStation to be equipped with Blu-ray 2.0. PS 3 is also a strong rival of Nintendo's Wii and Microsoft's Xbox 360. Since the primitive phase of its launch in Japan, on November 11, 2006 around 7 o'clock, it has generated huge sales records which is marked by sale of 81,639 PS3 systems within 24 hours. Later on on November 17, 2006, it arrived in the market of North America. However, The famous PlayStation 3 by the Sony was launched on March 23, 2007 with instant sale of around 600,000 units within first couple of days. The PS 3 was launched with 20GB and 60GB HDD and later on, even an 80 GB version was introduced. Also PS 3 models are available with 2.5” SATA hard disc drives. Players can enhance excitements of game by upgrading with wide array of accessories such as wireless Sixaxis, DualShock 3 controllers, the PlayStation Eye camera, the BD Remote and PlayTV DVB-T tuner/digital video recorder accessory. Rampant craze for PlayStation 3 is ubiquitous all over the world, however, possessing these gaming widget at convenient bargains has never been feasible enough even though the rage and demands for the game is ever growing. But, there are few and probable ways in which players can manage to find out comparatively cheap PlayStation 3. One way to locate a cheap PlayStation 3 is through local newspapers or classifieds. Through these ads, you may get contacts of those who have bought these PS 3 in bulk quantity and are now willing to sell at reasonable rates as they need cashes. You may strike and negotiate with them to come at a good discounted bargain. Another route to buy cheap PlayStation 3 is browsing through Internet auction sites. Various auction sites offer discounted prices, hence, you are likely to spot a discounted tag by searching and comparing thoroughly at these websites charging much lower than actual price rates of PlayStation 3. Before you opt for a second hand PS 3, make sure the seller is able to confirm good condition of the entire unit. At last, one more option is left where you are likely to locate cheaper bargain on PS 3 is through reputed online classifieds websites. These classifieds sites assist visitors with abundance of good deals that they collect from online retail outlets and listings. Moreover, these classifieds do not even charge anything for showing good bargains. However, you must stick to your budget which you have set as per your feasibility and exceeding this range is not advisable as these auction sites do not guarantee the condition of the PlayStation 3. Therefore, be cautious as it is all about your investment and satisfaction.
How to Connect a Playstation 3
1.Remove the Playstation 3 from its packaging, along with all of the cords and wireless controller.2.Situate the Playstation 3 next to your television, or in a nearby location, placing it horizontally or vertically, whichever way you prefer.
3.Plug your surge protector into the wall.
4.Connect the AV cord that came with your Playstation 3 into the corresponding port on the back of the console.
5.Connect the other end of the AV cord (the one with 3 distinctly colored ends) into the corresponding ports on your television.
6.Plug the power cord from the Playstation 3 into your surge protector.
7.Turn the surge protector's master power switch to the "On" setting.
8.Turn on the Playstation 3 by turning on the main power switch on the back of the console and then pressing the "Power" button.
9.Connect the wireless controller to your Sony Playstation 3 by plugging the included power cord into one of the USB ports on the front of the console. Plug the other end into the wireless controller.
How to buy ps3
1.Determine how much memory you need on your PS3. Four different PS3 models are available. One contains 20 GB of hard drive memory. The others contain 40, 60 and 80 GB of hard drive memory. If you want to store many games and movies on your PS3, you may be better suited to buy one with a larger hard drive.
2.Decide what color of PS3 you want. Most PS3's come in black. But the 40GB model also is available in gun-metal gray. Asian and Japan models are also available in ceramic white and satin silver.
3.Choose whether you want your PS3 to have a built-in wi-fi connectivity. The 20GB model of the PS3 do not come with this feature. The larger ones do.
4.Consider whether you think you want to import movies and photos into your PS3 using a digital media card. Flash card readers only come installed in the 60 and 80 GB model PS3's.
5.Step5Ask yourself whether you want to play PS2 games on your PS3. Not all models allow you to play older PS2 games. If you want to play PS2 games on your PS3, buy one of the 20, 60 or 80 GB model units.
6.Look for a PS3 on online auction sites, Craigslist and in electronics stores in your area. Understand that if you purchase your PS3 from an auction site or from Craigslist, your unit might be used. Ask the right questions before you make your purchase.>>thank for informations, By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor
How to update the PS3 firmware
1.From the dashboard, the main PS3 menu area, go to Settings > "System Update" and select it with the X button.
2.For this tutorial choose update via internet, if you don't have an internet connection view the page at:
http://www.us.playstation.com/PS3/About/SystemUpdate/pc_update.html#update
3.Download the update, press X when prompted.
>>thank for informations, by John the Expert, eHow Member
How to Sing Karaoke on the PS3
1.Purchase the Singstar game from a video game retailer. The Singstar game comes with the game, a mic and the converter to use with the mic.
2.Plug in the converter to the USB port on your PS3 system. You then plug in the Singstar mic into the converter.
3.Choose a song from the provided list. There are dozens of songs to choose from, including performers like George Michael and Destiny's Child. You can also access hundreds of titles from the PS3 online store.
4.Unlock new songs and outfits as you play. The more that you play and the better that you get at the game, the more unlockables you will be able to access through the PS3 system.
5.Consider adding Karaoke Revolution to your gaming collection. Even if you buy the Playstation 2 version, it is still playable on your PS3. Karaoke Revolution works the same basic way; you use a mic to sing along to thesongs played over the system.
6.Use the Eyetoy along with the Singstar or Karaoke Revolution game. The Eyetoy allows you to perform karaoke with your own scanned face appearing on the screen. >>Thank for informations, By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor
How to Charge a PS3 Controller on a PC
1.Make sure that your PC is turned on. The PS3 controller will require a power feed from whatever it’s plugged into in order to charge.
2.Locate the USB port on your PC. This will look like a small rectangle plug and will usually be located on the front or back panel of your PC.
3.Plug the USB cord from the Playstation 3 console into the USB port on your PC. This cord will have a normal-sized USB plug on one side, and an oddly-shaped mini USB plug on the other side. The USB cord is keyed so that it will only plug in one way, so you don’t have to worry about plugging it in incorrectly. 4.Plug the PS3 controller into the mini USB cord that is attached to the PC. The four red lights on the top of the controller will flash red. This means that the controller is charging.
5.Wait two hours before you unplug the controller from the PC. This will provide you with around 20 hours of playtime. >>thank for informations, By Randall Shatto, eHow Editor
