michael Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/6076354.stm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Oh boswellox! There goes my plans for making a wodge of cash easily. What a bunch of CaNUTeS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I'm sure Nic'll be along soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I'm sure Nic'll be along soon... Did someone call They should be available here after 11th November. See thread coming soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun. Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Your a *BAD* man Nic Shaun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 He pointed out that the Japanese or American PS3 models would not play older European-sold software for the first two PlayStations, would not play EU Blu-ray movies or DVDs, and would not be covered by a warranty. That's not good news. I can't believe we're expected to wait 4 months before we get them in the EU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getrag Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 People who are thinking of selling them on. They will be banned instantly on fleabay. Probably better chance in local paper and market etc. Tricky one though if judges ban it here. What will be a ballpark £ for them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 People who are thinking of selling them on. They will be banned instantly on fleabay. Probably better chance in local paper and market etc. Tricky one though if judges ban it here. What will be a ballpark £ for them? Ebay banning someone? There is more chance of me marrying the Pope on February 31st than them banning someone who can make them money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 That's not good news. I can't believe we're expected to wait 4 months before we get them in the EU. I wouldn't suprised if someone hasn't got a chip for them already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatSport Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Did someone call They should be available here after 11th November. See thread coming soon What about games for same.......what`s available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getrag Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 If they are banned in the UK till March, ebay might not ban the seller but they will remove the sale of it. I wouldnt really want to risk it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 On the link above it says they won't play UK DVD's, that isn't necessarily true, the Japanese DVD region is the same as the UK ie. region 2. The only difference is that Japan uses NTSC, where as the UK uses PAL, provided your TV has NTSC capability it should play most UK DVD's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 That's not good news. I can't believe we're expected to wait 4 months before we get them in the EU. It's always the same... US and Asia get it first and we're the afterthought... our territory just isn't as big unfortunately Coupled with the fact that Sony admitted they only went into production on PS3 in September. They were in The Reg happily admitting they didn't even have a manufacturer in August.. and the 360 had been out for how long? so no doubt Supply/Demand plays a big part in this.... I think they're being very cocky with the release date, not to mention the price... I'll be amazed if it's as successful as their previous two consoles.. I think they will learn the sharp end of this game next year.. well, until the new GTA comes out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 On the link above it says they won't play UK DVD's, that isn't necessarily true, the Japanese DVD region is the same as the UK ie. region 2. The only difference is that Japan uses NTSC, where as the UK uses PAL, provided your TV has NTSC capability it should play most UK DVD's. You can always use Dvd Decryptor to remove the region code(And backup you dvd's). And burn onto a normal dvdr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted October 23, 2006 Author Share Posted October 23, 2006 I really want to resist buying one, I simply don't have the need - however one look at Gran Turismo HD and I'll be getting my wallet out Must keep eyes closed.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 You can always use Dvd Decryptor to remove the region code(And backup you dvd's). And burn onto a normal dvdr. ..and suffer the reduction in quality. Besides, I have a dvd player. It's bluray I'm more interested about playing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raymanuk Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I might still get one, it will only be time before a chip comes out. There is already a shop in scotland that repairs PS3's. They done a good job with my ps2. Then again I may wait to see what the games are like and see if it is worth buying. Why 60 gig harddrive? That's bollox we should get a 300 gig in it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixelfill Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 "Is it correct to think you're just here to annoy forum members then? There appears to be no other purpose to your posts" - Homer, 22nd Sept 2006 That has really upset me Michael, I was happily soldiering on under the impression that there would be no region limitations, and that our mate Nic would be able to get us all one. but if they are effectively banned in this country and I can't play my back catalogue of PSX and PS2 games I'm going to have to wait til March (assuming it doesn't flop big style) Plus I would imagine that HM customs and excise will be taking a very active interest in all imports from Japan around about November the 12th don't fancy paying a premium to get one in Japan, and then getting stung for import duty and tax, and then getting my wrists slapped for buying contraband B*stards every last one of them. I hate the fact that we are always the last to get anything. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Plus I would imagine that HM customs and excise will be taking a very active interest in all imports from Japan around about November the 12th don't fancy paying a premium to get one in Japan, and then getting stung for import duty and tax, and then getting my wrists slapped for buying contraband I very much doubt this would be a problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 I very much doubt this would be a problem me too.... customer don't work for Sony... they won't give a toss.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 Can those people interested in a PS3 when they come out, pm me to let me know. I'll put a 'private' GB together and forward you all details once I have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted October 24, 2006 Author Share Posted October 24, 2006 So Sony have killed Lik-Sang then http://www.lik-sang.com/news.php?artc=3901& http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2006/10/24/lik-sang_shuts_doors/ So I guess Nic is going to have to start supplying us with dodgy DVDs, geek toys, model schoolgirls, random crap and hardware.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 I'd have thought they'd have still done well with the other stuff they sold? Still...It's easier to blame someone else isn't it? Can Nic supply School girls? I'm sure customs wouldn't like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theo Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 So Sony have killed Lik-Sang then http://www.lik-sang.com/news.php?artc=3901& http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2006/10/24/lik-sang_shuts_doors/ So I guess Nic is going to have to start supplying us with dodgy DVDs, geek toys, model schoolgirls, random crap and hardware.... Wow, I aint messing with Sony! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 So Sony have killed Lik-Sang then http://www.lik-sang.com/news.php?artc=3901& http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2006/10/24/lik-sang_shuts_doors/ So I guess Nic is going to have to start supplying us with dodgy DVDs, geek toys, model schoolgirls, random crap and hardware.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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