PlayStation®2 Gets Stunning New Look
Smaller, Slimmer and Network-Ready PlayStation 2 Hits Market Worldwide in November
PRNewswire
TOKYO
09/21/2004
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today its plans for the global release of a new, redesigned PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system (SCPH-70000 CB) in time for the year-end peak-selling season. The new model will be in stores on November 3 in Japan, and by November 1 in Europe and North America.
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While inheriting the basic functions and design philosophy of the current PlayStation 2 (SCPH-50000), the internal design architecture of the new model has been completely overhauled, resulting in a slimmer and more lightweight form. Internal volume has been reduced by 75 percent, overall weight has been halved, and thickness trimmed down to 2.8 cm (thickness of current model is 7.8 cm). Its size is almost as small as a hardcover book, making it easier to carry around and enjoy games and DVD videos anytime, anywhere.
Equipped with an integrated Ethernet port for network gaming, the new PlayStation 2 sets new standards in the fusion of design and functionality and will enable the company to maintain market momentum as it expands its online console gaming community, the largest in North America with more than 1.4 million users. Approximately 40 percent (*1) of North American PlayStation 2 online gamers use dial-up connections and to satisfy this base, the North American model is equipped with both Ethernet and modem ports.
During the year-end peak-selling season about 80 online game titles are expected to be available in Japan, with 120 titles and 65 titles respectively in North America and Europe. With the launch of the new network-ready(*2) PlayStation 2, the company expects to continually expand the world of online gaming in this generation.
"The introduction of the new PlayStation 2 is part of our long-term vision for the platform," said Jack Tretton, executive vice president, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "We are pleased to bring the sleek, redesigned product to market in time for the holiday season, and expect consumer enthusiasm for the new model to translate into robust sales. As the market leader, with an existing installed base of more than 27 million PlayStation 2 units in North America alone, we will continue to provide solutions that expand our consumer base and grow the category as a whole."
Gaining an overwhelming support from a wide range of users from all over the world, more than 72 million units of PlayStation 2 have been shipped as of today. Strongly supported by software developers and publishers, PlayStation 2 is indisputably the most popular computer entertainment system in the world and the new design will position it for even greater success over the next half of its life.
(*1) According to SCEI's DNAS (Dynamic Network Authentication System) data.
(*2) Internet Service Provider and appropriate Internet access (e.g. ADSL, cable, fiber, etc.) required. For further details regarding network connection, on-line games and peripherals supported with the new model (SCPH-70000 CB), please visit our customer support website http://www.us.playstation.com/ .
Product Outline (for Japan Model)
Product Name PlayStation®2
Color Charcoal Black
Product Code SCPH-70000 CB
Release Date November 3rd, 2004 (Wednesday)
Recommended
Retail Price Open Price
Dimensions 230 mm (W) x28 mm (H) x152 mm (D)
*internal volume about 23% of the current model
Weight Approximately 900g
*weight about 45% of the current model
Power requirements DC 8.5V
Electrical current
consumption (power
consumption) Approximately 5.3A(approximately 45W)
Product Outline (for Japan Model) (continued)
Compatible format PlayStation format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format DVD-ROM
Audio CD
DVD-Video*
DVD-RW (VR mode)
*the term "DVD-Video" is used to refer to DVD-R,
DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R and DVD+RW discs.
Interfaces Controller Port x 2
MEMORY CARD slot x 2
USB connector x 2
NETWORK connector x 1 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
DC IN 8.5V connector x 1
AV MULTI OUT connector x 1
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL connector x 1
Included PlayStation 2 console x 1
Analog Controller DUALSHOCK®2 x 1
AV Cable (integrated audio/video) x 1
AC Adaptor (AC power cord included) x 1
Separately Sold Accessories (for Japan Model)
Product Name Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2)
Product Code SCPH-70110 CB
Color Charcoal Black
Release Date November 3rd, 2004 (Wednesday)
Recommended
Retail Price 1,500 yen (1,575 yen tax inclusive)
*The Vertical Stand for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70000 CB), due to difference in design.
Product Name Multitap (for PlayStation®2) Product Code SCPH-70120 Release Date November 3rd, 2004 (Wednesday) Recommended Retail Price 3,600 yen (3,780 yen tax inclusive)
*The Multitap for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70000 CB), due to difference in design. The new Multitap offers the same function as the current Multitap.
Product Outline (for North America/United States Models)
Product Name PlayStation®2
Color Charcoal Black
Product Code SCPH-70011 CB (for North America)
SCPH-70012 CB (for United States)
Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
Suggested
Retail Price $149.99
Dimensions Approximately 230 mm (W) x28 mm (H) x152 mm (D)
*internal volume about 23% of the current model
Weight Approximately 900g
*weight about 45% of the current model
Power requirements DC 8.5V
Electrical current
consumption
(power consumption) Approximately 5.3A (approximately 45W)
Compatible format PlayStation format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format DVD-ROM
Audio CD
DVD-Video*
DVD-RW (VR mode)
* The term "DVD-Video" is used to refer to DVD-
R, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R and DVD+RW discs.
Interfaces Controller Port x 2
MEMORY CARD slot x 2
USB connector x 2
NETWORK connector x 1 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
LINE connector x 1 modem : RJ-11C
DC IN 8.5V connector x 1
AV MULTI OUT connector x 1
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL connector x 1
Included PlayStation®2 console x 1
Analog Controller DUALSHOCK®2 x 1
AV Cable (integrated audio/video) x 1
AC Adaptor (AC power cord included) x 1
*North America and United States models (SCPH-70011/SCPH-70012) come with built-in modem port in addition to Ethernet port.
Separately Sold Accessories (for North America/United States Models) Product Name Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2) Color Charcoal Black Product Code SCPH-70110 UCB Color Charcoal Black Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
*The Vertical Stand for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70011 CB, 70012 CB), due to difference in design.
Product Name Multitap (for PlayStation®2) Product Code SCPH-70120 U Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
*The Multitap for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70011 CB, 70012 CB), due to difference in design. The new Multitap offers the same function as the current Multitap.
Product Outline (for Oceania, UK and Europe Models)
Product Name PlayStation®2
Color Charcoal Black
Product Code SCPH-70002 CB (for Oceania)
SCPH-70003 CB (for UK)
SCPH-70004 CB (for Europe)
Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
Recommended
Retail Price 149 Euros
Dimensions Approximately 230 mm (W) x28 mm (H) x152 mm (D)
*internal volume about 23% of the current model
Weight Approximately 900g
*weight about 45% of the current model
Power requirements DC 8.5V
Electrical current
consumption
(power consumption) Approximately 5.3A (approximately 45W)
Compatible format PlayStation format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format CD-ROM
PlayStation 2 format DVD-ROM
Audio CD
DVD-Video*
DVD-RW (VR mode)
* The term "DVD-Video" is used to refer to
DVD-R, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R and DVD+RW
discs.
Product Outline (for Oceania, UK and Europe Models) (continued)
Interfaces Controller Port x 2
MEMORY CARD slot x 2
USB connector x 2
NETWORK connector x 1 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
DC IN 8.5V connector x 1
AV MULTI OUT connector x 1
DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL connector x 1
Included PlayStation 2 console x 1
Analog Controller DUALSHOCK®2 x 1
AV Cable (integrated audio/video) x 1
AC Adaptor (AC power cord included) x 1
Euro-AV Connector Plug x 1 *SCPH-70003 CB, 70004
CB only
Separately Sold Accessories (for Oceania, UK and Europe Models)
Product Name Vertical Stand (for PlayStation®2)
Color Charcoal Black
Product Code SCPH-70110 ECB
Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
*The Vertical Stand for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70002 CB, 700003 CB, 70004 CB), due to difference in design.
Product Name Multitap (for PlayStation®2) Product Code SCPH-70120 E Release Date November 1st, 2004 (Monday)
*The Multitap for the current model cannot be used with the new model PlayStation 2 (SCPH-70002 CB, 700003 CB, 70004 CB), due to difference in design. The new Multitap offers the same function as the current Multitap.
About Sony Computer Entertainment America
Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one™ game console, and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system is set to revolutionize the home entertainment market, offering the most compelling interactive content and the capability to be used as a network terminal in the coming broadband era.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one game console and the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com/ .
NOTE: PlayStation and DUALSHOCK are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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CONTACT: Janette Barrios of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.,
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