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[d9b]

We are in the era of 3D printers, I don't trust anyone anymore unless it's official.

 

[bunkitz]

Huh. Looks pretty legit to me, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's fake either. I do like how it looks, though. Especially the face button logos at the bottom side.

 

[Mindwipe]

Blimey, that came out of nowhere.

It's nowhere near as pretty as the OG, but it's a slim I don't need to buy anyway. Hopefully Neo retains the more angular design.

I do like the square/circle/cross/triangle feet though, they're fun.

 

[OléGunner]

Quite an ugly redesign.

Launch Sony consoles always look the best, the slim models are never aesthetically pleasing.

 

[Dinjooh]

Quite an ugly redesign.

Launch Sony consoles always look the best, the slim models are never aesthetically pleasing.

The first PS3 slim wasn't half bad.

 

[Fonster Mox]

The weirdest part of it to me is the usb ports being spaced far apart on the front. That's a very strange design (would look terrible with two cables coming out) and almost feels like change for the sake of it (which would be something a faker might do).

Is that a USB port on the back? Always hated that the PS4 only had two and if you have a wireless headset you have to have the dongle sticking out the front all the time.

 

[Toadthemushroom]

Got to hand it to any company that places value in good design. Getting in a guy who worships at the altar of Braun is always going to help. Leaps and bounds better than OG One.
Sony's effort is just cost cuttingly boring. Keeping fingers crossed that Neo looks hawt too.

It's really nice how it came together, how they wanted to design a friendlier looking system and simplify the chassis to a unibody design. I like this little post by the lead on the project. Some beautiful photography there:

 

[Theonik]

Quite an ugly redesign.

Launch Sony consoles always look the best, the slim models are never aesthetically pleasing.

Ehem
E: PS2 Slim and PS2 Superslim obv

 

[OléGunner]

The first PS3 slim wasn't half bad.

It was just ok, but compared to the fat it was a big step down.
Just seemed kind of cheap (which it was anyway!)

Ehem

Yeah I fucked up.

Slim PS2 was dope lol.
But PS3 and PS4 redesigns are not great looking pieces of kit.

 

[FiveMinuteHero]

Fake until I see a video of the thing being switched on.

 

[Yangshouwen]

It looks FUGLY

 

[ThoughtsOfSpeaking]

Ehem

But the original PS2 was ugly as shit.

Likewise with the PS1.

 

[Transistor]

Ehem

The fact that the final version even managed to have an internal power supply will forever be mind boggling. Sony really are hardware wizards.

 

[Gitaroo]

http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=101&cp_id=10113&cs_id=1011314&p_id=13349&seq=1&format=2

Off topic, but is there any that extract 7.1 pcm from 1hdmi in to 2 hdmi out for ppl that have 4k tv but older receiver that only support 1080p?

 

[Transistor]

Off topic, but is there any that extract 7.1 pcm from 1hdmi in to 2 hdmi out for ppl that have 4k tv but older receiver that only support 1080p?

Pretty sure just a 1 in 2 out HDMI splitter will do that.

 

[TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared]

Original PS3 isn't that good looking neither, it's just glossy and fat. The slim is much nicer, then the super slim is gross.

 

[Theonik]

But the original PS2 was ugly as shit.

Likewise with the PS1.

That was my point. PS1/PS2 slims were really successful redesigns. Though I quite like the OG systems for those platforms anyway. They are fun.

 

[Pankratous]

The real question is, why is there a space before the "?" in the thread title?

 

[kami_sama]

When I first opened the thread, it was only a box, and now it's a real piece of hardware? How the fuck did it leak so early?

 

[YianGaruga]

Quite an ugly redesign.

Launch Sony consoles always look the best, the slim models are never aesthetically pleasing.

wrong

 

[OléGunner]

Sony console design ranks:
1. PS3 fat
2. PS4
3. PS 1 slim
4. PS 2 slim
5. PS2
5. PS1
6. PS4 slim
7. PS3 slim/PS3 George Foreman grill slim

 

[Marvel]

Not sure why anyone would want a slim with Neo just around the corner, like MS it seems like a weird move to make. Abnyhoo, looks pretty legit unoless it's another gaffer with a 3D printer heh.

 

[DJwest]

I love these diplomatic responses.

So entertaining lol.

 

[SomedayTheFire]

Not sure why anyone would want a slim with Neo just around the corner, like MS it seems like a weird move to make. Abnyhoo, looks pretty legit unoless it's another gaffer with a 3D printer heh.

makes sense on Sony's side. Lower cost and replace original PS4.

 

[Jzero]

Launch Sony consoles always look the best, the slim models are never aesthetically pleasing.

It's actually like this for me

1st revision > OG > 2nd revision

 

[Katana_Strikes]

The real question is, why is there a space before the "?" in the thread title?

I know. Why have the question mark at all ?

 

[Theonik]

Not sure why anyone would want a slim with Neo just around the corner, like MS it seems like a weird move to make. Abnyhoo, looks pretty legit unoless it's another gaffer with a 3D printer heh.

I think the point people are missing is that there is a lot of people that won't buy a system if it's not lower than $300 sometimes even $200 for those real bargain hunters. Neo and Scorpio will retail anywhere between $399 and 499.

For the mainstream, they will wait till these systems are affordable. In the meantime, cheaper revisions can be sold to more budget conscious consumers. Because both systems represent the same ecosystem, it doesn't really cause fragmentation in the platform a PS4 game is a Neo game and vice versa but their relative install bases will set the amount of effort in Neo enhancements. This approach maximises growth for the PS4 platform.

 

[Aters]

Do we really need a Slim? Launch model is slim enough IMO. I want a PS4 Silent.

 

[Always-honest]

Hoping the Neo looks a bit better.
But it's obviously real.

 

[Marvel]

I think the point people are missing is that there is a lot of people that won't buy a system if it's not lower than $300 sometimes even $200 for those real bargain hunters. Neo and Scorpio will retail anywhere between $399 and 499.

For the mainstream, they will wait till these systems are affordable. In the meantime, cheaper revisions can be sold to more budget conscious consumers. Because both systems represent the same ecosystem, it doesn't really cause fragmentation in the platform a PS4 game is a Neo game and vice versa but their relative install bases will set the amount of effort in Neo enhancements. This approach maximises growth for the PS4 platform.

Ah yes, that makes sense I guess my friend.

 

[kinezu]

It really does look good. Nice minimalist design for the Slim.

But, what will happen with all the accessories released for the OG PS4? Like faceplates and base stands?

What if the NEO will look like the OG PS4?

 

[kraspkibble]

Do we really need a Slim? Launch model is slim enough IMO. I want a PS4 Silent.

it'll be cheaper for them to release a new model that is smaller with less parts and more efficient. well...if you want a quieter ps4 the slim will probably be quieter/cooler so there you go answered your own question.

 

[Quasar]

I actually think that's the likely scenario, shift a load of Slim's over Xmas, then launch Neo Feb/March, I hope that doesn't happen though.

Frankly I'd like to see it pushed later than that so it can be on par with the scorpio. I doubt it would happen though and it would make Sony as reactionary rather than leader.

 

[Toadthemushroom]

Sony console design ranks:
1. PS3 fat
2. PS4
3. PS 1 slim
4. PS 2 slim
5. PS2
5. PS1
6. PS4 slim
7. PS3 slim/PS3 George Foreman grill slim

I'm surprised to see the PS2 Slim so far down - I honestly think its industrial design has aged the best out of any of Sony's previous console designs (including all the PS3s).

I do like how the PS3's oval sides hide the thickness of the device though.

As for handhelds, it's amazing how badly the PSP designs have aged. Probably due to their emphasis on having a million buttons on the front more than anything, and also the fussiness along the edges of what is already a thick device.

The DSi XL has aged surprisingly well:

And I really like the two-tone original Vita-2000s. It's unapologetically plastic in a way the Vita-1000 was not. The Vita-1000 has this faux-chrome trim around the sides which feels (and looks) like glossy paper in real life. You can actually peel it off too...

 

[kurahador]

Sony console design ranks:
1. PS3 fat
2. PS4
3. PS 1 slim
4. PS 2 slim
5. PS2
5. PS1
6. PS4 slim
7. PS3 slim/PS3 George Foreman grill slim

I can forgive PS3 Super Slim. Original PS is still hands down the ugliest:

It's even more ugly if you see it up close with how big the console is.

 

[blastprocessor]

Checking twitter the owner of the PS4 slim still has no pic/video of it being switched on.

 

[darkwing-buck]

looks like the slab from courage

 

[aygomyownroad]

I can forgive PS3 Super Slim. Original PS is still hands down the ugliest:

It's even more ugly if you see it up close with how big the console is.

Nah The Original PS at the time was a good looking console. Slim (Compared to Bulky Sega Saturn), and overall smaller than the N64.

It hasn't aged well but at the time it was a good looking console.

In regards to best looking Sony console then Original PS2 is GOAT, especially with the blue stands.

This PS4 slim is probably way down the list, its not very attractive.

 

[AbandonedTrolley]

Checking twitter the owner of the PS4 slim still has no pic/video of it being switched on.

Exactly, claiming waiting for a tear down. Doesn't stop you from firing the thing up, I wanna know how loud it is!

 

[Mr. Giggles]

We are in the era of 3D printers, I don't trust anyone anymore unless it's official.

This.

Especially after the embarrassment of the NX controller thread

 

[Dash_Riprock]

Wow, people actually LIKED the original PS3 design? Damn think looked like a fridge. And it was all-gloss, which people here seem to despise.

 

[Vashetti]

Checking twitter the owner of the PS4 slim still has no pic/video of it being switched on.

He has Chris Owen (PS EU community manager) and Ask PlayStation following him since yesterday

Are people really still doubting this?

 

[Daffy Duck]

Why are people so concerned with him turning it on? What are they expecting to see that is different??

I can forgive PS3 Super Slim. Original PS is still hands down the ugliest:

It's even more ugly if you see it up close with how big the console is.

OG PS is the GOAT.

That thing felt futuristic.

Oh and you should use a pic that shows the original pad. but, that's just me being anal.

 

[Arex]

hmm looks legit, I still like the look of the original PS4 more, it has the look of the slim PS2 design-wise, but if this slim PS4 is cheaper, I may just get this one instead. Hope the logo lit up haha

 

[AbandonedTrolley]

He has Chris Owen (PS EU community manager) and Ask PlayStation following him since yesterday

Are people really still doubting this?

That doesn't really mean much though, Chris follows me, due to me asking for his assistance with a problem.

Not totally out, but I'd still like to see him fire the thing up, there shouldn't be any reason behind having not done that yet.

 

[Paganmoon]

He has Chris Owen (PS EU community manager) and Ask PlayStation following him since yesterday



Are people really still doubting this?

Sony Ninjas are stalking him now...

 

[dh4niel]

We're going to need some stability updates if it's real. Those rubber feet are uneven.

It's a cool idea but I still think it's fake.

 

[MilkyJoe]

That doesn't really mean much though, Chris follows me, due to me asking for his assistance with a problem.

Not totally out, but I'd still like to see him fire the thing up, there shouldn't be any reason behind having not done that yet.

Sony brick it?

 

[Coulomb_Barrier]

It's really nice how it came together, how they wanted to design a friendlier looking system and simplify the chassis to a unibody design. I like this little post by the lead on the project. Some beautiful photography there:

Dunno about all that, the XB1 is essentially a budget system specs-wise (DDR3 main system memory, anyone?). They should be racing to drive costs down to significantly undercut the PS4 price. This redesign is too little, too late.

 

[sviri]

can you imagine if the 7th september is just the ps4 slim and not the neo and that has been pushed to next year.

GAF would be in meltdown mode.

That would suck so bad for me. It'd be my own fault... but I already sold my go ps4 last month to get ready for neo.