ps3 or dedicated blu ray player

Posted by: scottyhammer on 26 October 2008

Hi Guys,

I am really torn between buying a ps3 to play the occasional game and to watch blu ray discs OR just buy a dedicated blu ray player as the prices for the latter are becoming cheaper all the time im thinking nearly £300 for the ps3 isnt such a no brainer any more as i could get an x box 360 and a decent blu ray player for around the same price. what would you do ??
scotty
Posted on: 05 November 2008 by Flame
Hi;

A few months back I was looking for a blu-ray player to buy. I had been researching players in detail for the last year and comparing them to the PS3. All along I was trying to tell myself not to put a video game console (PS3) in my home theater. But at the end of the day when I put my emotions aside and made a brainy decision I opted for the PS3 and I am very happy with it.

What tipped the scale in favor of the PS3 was:
1- Picture quality identical to dedicated players.
2- It was the only profile 2.0 device available at the time of purchase.
3- The PS3 is future proof with over the net operating system updates.
4- When compared to "current" dedicated players (not discontinued ones) it is the cheaper choice.

Have been watching movies and playing a few games here and there and I am very very very satisfied with the PS3. I can recommend it confidently.

Regards...
Posted on: 05 November 2008 by Flame
Oh BTW, I've got the 80GB version and it is quiet as well as cool running.
Posted on: 05 November 2008 by Frank Abela
On the subject of noise, my Wii has developed a very loud noise (almost like a small generator, but not that loud) with many discs - but not all. Quite annoying.

I am not fit, sadly, even though I have a Wii Fit which I use occasionally. It seems like I may use it much more after today's visit to the doctor. She tells me my cholesterol's gone up and I must lose weight and watch my intake. Frown
Posted on: 05 November 2008 by TomK
The PS3 is undoubtedly a beautiful piece of equipment but in terms of pure Blu Ray performance it has been overtaken by the likes of the Panasonic BD35, which is also cheaper.
Posted on: 05 November 2008 by Stephen Tate
Frank,

Nintendo are doing a fast track repair service for free.
Mine started making loud loading noises when i purchased super smash bros brawl(what a game Big Grin). It could'nt load dual layer discs, so , i rang them and they sent me a postage stamp and i sent it off.

It returned a week later to the door! Fixed, whisper quiet and works perfect without one penny charged, Hows that for service!

Steve
Posted on: 07 November 2008 by Frank Abela
Wow, thanks for letting me know Steve!