Sony PlayStation 2 (slim form factor)
Sony's slimmed-down, network-ready PS2 is a welcome update to the world's most popular video game console.
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CNET Review
The Good: Huge library of games; svelte design; built-in networking/modem ports and remote sensor; doubles as a CD/DVD player; free online gaming with select titles.
The Bad: Top-loading disc tray; only two controller ports; no hard disk expansion option; Xbox's graphics capabilities are superior.
The Bottom Line: Sony's slimmed-down, network-ready PS2 is a welcome update to the world's most popular video game console.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 4476 reviews of Sony PlayStation 2 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 83/100. Comparing these reviews to 78851 other Game Consoles reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 73/100 = Good.
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stuff.tv
Review Summary: An old favourite gets a slimline revamp, and with a gargantuan catalogue of stonking games, who are we to dismiss it?
The Verdict: The faithful old PS2 isn’t knocking on the door of the retirement home just yet and the new look has knocked years off, but it's the consistently brilliant games that are really keeping the biggest selling console ever from slipping six feet under.
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howstuffworks.com
Review Summary: DVD, DVD-RStill holding its own in terms of graphics and performance compared to the Xbox and GameCube, the PS2 is the undisputed winner in the most important of categories--library of games. There are hundreds of titles available for the...
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pcmag.com
Review Summary: Sony's newly redesigned PlayStation 2 is a study in simplicity. With almost the same capabilities of its older brother, the tiny unit (1.1 by 23 by 6 inches, HWD) is an impressive feat of miniaturization. The updated PS2 occupies 77 percent less space...
The Verdict: The slim, redesigned PlayStation 2 is the way to go if you're buying a new unit, but there is no real reason to upgrade from the original. The new PlayStation 2 is roughly one-fourth the size of the original and one-sixth the size of an Xboxand looks...
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asia.cnet.com
Review Summary: Sony's revamped PS2 downsizes to one-quarter of its predecessor, but upsizes to a network-friendly console. Here's our skinny.
The Verdict: Sony's slimmed-down, network-ready PS2 is a welcome update to the world's most popular video game console.
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pcauthority.com.au
Review Summary: There's no denying the power of the PlayStation 2 gaming console. Once again it's going to be one of the must-have Christmas items for the home this year.
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pcmag.com
The Verdict: You'll enjoy good performance and more games than are available for any other controllers, but you'll pay more for the titles.
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avrev.com
Review Summary: Introduction Fueled by a strategic game of supply and demand, Sony's eagerly anticipated Playstation 2 became the latest "must have" item for consumers this past holiday season. Sony smashed sales records, rapidly selling their first batch of systems...
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gadgetguy.com.au
Review Summary: If you are a groovy from the 70s, 80s and 90s who reckons you know more about this period than anyone else then give Buzz a go. This extremely funny and light hearted musical quiz game tests your knowledge of pop from these time periods. The host, the...
Price Range: $169.99 - $169.99
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General
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TypeGame console
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Media TypeDVD
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CPUToshiba & Sony Emotion Engine - 294.9 MHz
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RAM32 MB RDRAM (RAMBUS)
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Video Memory4 MB
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SoundStereo
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Width9.1 in
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Depth6 in
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Height1.1 in
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Weight31.7 oz
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ColorCharcoal black
Game Controller
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TypeDualShock 2 - Wired
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ControlsDual analog sticks, Left trigger, Start button, Right trigger, Circle key, Triangle key, Square key, Cross key, Select button, Directional buttons, Analog button
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FeaturesVibration-feedback
Video Output
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Max Resolution (external)1280 x 1024
Connections
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Connector Type2 x Game controller, 2 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ), 1 x Network ( RJ-45 ), 1 x Phone line ( RJ-11 ), 1 x PlayStation 2 AV output, 1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ), 1 x DC power input
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Slot(s)2 x Memory
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesComposite AV cable, AC power adapter
Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support1 year warranty
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