From dailytech.com:
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Ritek is disclosing behind closed doors at CES its own achievements in multi-layer HD optical media. Ritek claims to not only have been able to produce a three-layer and four-layer HD optical discs, but to have successfully designed HD media with a full 10 layers. The company says that its multi-layer process can be applied to both HD DVD and Blu-ray formats.

At base specifications, 10 layers on an HD DVD would yield 150GB, assuming 15GB per layer. For Blu-ray, the total over 10 layers jumps to 250GB, assuming the base 25GB per layer.

While those numbers do sound impressive, Ritek officials point out that the real barrier to this advancement is the lack of reader and writer laser diode technology to support the additional eight layers above the current standard.
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From gamasutra.com:
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Multi-core development platform provider RapidMind and Linux package provider Terra Soft have announced a new partnership to help developers create applications for the PlayStation 3 running Yellow Dog Linux and other Cell-based hardware.

As part of the new arrangement, RapidMind will provide a full-featured evaluation version of the RapidMind Development Platform v2.0 for distribution from Terra Soft's YDL.net Enhanced accounts.

The open-ended platform gives developers the means to develop applications for all hardware utilizing the Cell BE, whether for the PlayStation 3 or as a jumping off point for deployments to other Cell BE based products, including those from IBM, Sony, or Mercury.
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From computerandvideogames.com:
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A well-placed source who wishes to remain anonymous has informed CVG that an announcement from Sony on complete and concrete PS3 Euro launch details is "likely to go ahead at the end of January" - but it's not yet etched in stone. Fingers crossed though, eh?
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Here you can watch Sony's PS3 press conference at CES 2007:

From gamasutra.com:
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According to the official hardware statistics released this afternoon, the PlayStation 2 continued to be a popular platform at retail, selling 1.4 million units for the month (37.1 million to date in the U.S.). The Xbox 360 also impressed, selling 1.1 million in December (with 4.5 million lifetime to date), while the Wii sold 604,200 units for the month, putting its total North American number sold at 1.1 million units.

Elsewhere, the severely supply-constricted PlayStation 3 was found to have sold through 490,700 units for the period, with 687,300 units sold since its launch in November - no doubt a disappointment for Sony.
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From Team Xecuter:
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First of all we hope you had a great Xmas and wish you the best for 2007.

PS3 Hyperdrive design is finished. This is a product that will enable you to connect any size HDD both whether its sata or ide*(still being added not tested completely yet) using a plug and play system so you can maximise your storage space and minimize your hard drive costs. You can also connect the Hyperdrive to your PC via USB for doing whatever you wanna do with the data without any fuss. Its a very simple plug and play system. Here are the features and a preview pics are attached.

Features:
1. Supports 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD (Also working on built in IDE support)
2. Switch for SATA HDD (2.5"/3.5") w/ LED
3. Switch for select output interface for PC (SATA or USB) w/ LED
4. Special SATA female(Hyperdrive) to Male(PS3) connecter with custom plug-lock design, easy install and just plug and lock.
5. Release lock button for disconnecting Hyperdrive with PS3
6. Molex power source input.
7. Easy to install HDD inside the HyperDrive.
8. Built-in cooling fan.

From kotaku.com:
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Wow. In a move that runs against what has always seemed to be a deep-seeded paranoia about piracy, Sony told Bloomberg today that they plan to start including portable files on Blu-ray DVDs to let users copy movies to laptops and other portable electronics.

"Sony Pictures Entertainment will include portable files on Blu-Ray DVDs that can be transferred without a download, David Bishop, head of Sony's home entertainment unit, said in an interview this week at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Sony may add the feature this year, Bishop said. "It's not currently part of anything on our current release schedule, but we'll probably roll it out sometime this year," Bishop said on Jan. 8."
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From next-gen.biz:
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Sony has corrected its previous claim that the newly released Sixaxis controller for PlayStation 3 won a tech Emmy--it's the company's DualShock controller that won the honor; Sony slightly befuddled.

Today Sony issued a correction stating that the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences actually awarded the Emmy for the highly-successful Sixaxis predecessor, the Sony DualShock.

Prior to today's official correction, Next-Gen contacted SCEA PR boss Dave Karraker asking about preliminary reports regarding the confusion. "I accepted the award myself and all they said was that the award was for 'technological innovation for device controller' ... but looking back, they never really did say for which one," a perplexed Karraker wrote in an e-mail.
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From ibm.com:
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The Sony PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3) is the easiest and cheapest way for programmers to get their hands on the new Cell Broadband Engine (Cell BE) processor and take it for a drive. Discover what the fuss is all about, how to install Linux on the PS3, and how to get started developing for the Cell BE processor on the PS3.

The PLAYSTATION 3 is unusual for a gaming console for two reasons. First, it is incredibly more open than any previous console. While most consoles do everything possible to prevent unauthorized games from being playable on their system, the PS3 goes in the other direction, even providing direct support for installing and booting foreign operating systems. Of course, many of the game-related features such as video acceleration are locked out for the third-party operating systems, but this series focuses on more general-purpose and scientific applications anyway.
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From Associated Press
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Sony's long-awaited PlayStation 3 may have missed its global shipment target and been beaten in its home market by rival Nintendo's surprise hit Wii video game system, new figures show.

Sony sold 466,716 PlayStation 3 units in Japan from its Nov. 11 domestic launch date to the end of December, according to a market survey released Tuesday by Japanese computer game publisher Enterbrain Inc. The figures fall short of the 1 million consoles Sony predicted it would ship domestically by year's end.

Earlier this week, Sony said it met its shipping target of 1 million PS3s in the United States in 2006. But the combined U.S. and Japan total puts the company well below its global shipping goal of 2 million.
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From engadget.com:
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Warner Home Video's press conference concerning the Total Hi Def disc that has HD DVD and Blu-ray all on one disc is currently ongoing, and it stated that the discs are able to contain dual layers of both HD DVD and Blu-ray on one disc. The first Total Hi Def releases will hit in the second half of this year, but no specific titles have yet been announced. At the conference, Warner used a copy of Superman to show off how it worked in an HD DVD player, Blu-ray player, and the recently announced LG Super Multi player that plays either. Finally, Warner claims it will not cost "materially" more than a regular disc.
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From gamesindustry.biz:
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Kaz Hirai has declared that PlayStation 3 is the most powerful next-generation console available - despite what Sony's rivals might claim.

Speaking to Blu-ray Today, as reported by IGN, the Sony president said, "I have heard many people say our competitors' systems are just as powerful as the PS3. That simply is not true.
"No other next generation entertainment system pushes the envelope on advanced technology like PS3."
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From next-gen.biz:
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New figures from SFG Research have placed Xbox 360 as North American market-leader through 2010, with Wii a distant third over the next four years. But it's a different story worldwide, where PS3 is predicted to lead by 2008.

The cumulative NORTH AMERICAN sales for each platform are as follows:
* Xbox 360
2006: 6.0m
2007: 12.7m
2008: 19.5m
2009: 24.9m
2010: 29.4m
* PlayStation 3
2006: 0.5m
2007: 7.6m
2008: 13.8m
2009: 19.5m
2010: 24.2m
* Nintendo Wii
2006: 2.0m
2007: 5.3m
2008: 8.6m
2009: 11.4m
2010: 13.5m

The cumulative WORLDWIDE sales for each platform are as follows:
* Sony PlayStation 3
2006: 1.0m
2007: 19.5m
2008: 35.5m
2009: 50m
2010: 62m
* Xbox 360
2006: 10m
2007: 20.5m
2008: 30.5m
2009: 39m
2010: 46m
* Nintendo Wii
2006: 4.0M
2007: 10.5m
2008: 16.5m
2009: 21.5m
2010: 25.0m
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From the press release:
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Nyko Technologies, a premier peripherals manufacturer, unveiled today their line-up of accessories for Sony's PlayStation 3 console that will debut at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The new products are built specifically to tap the full power of Sony's next-generation platform and expand consumer options for high-definition gaming, battery power, optimal console performance and in-game communication.

Nyko's Intercooler for PS3 uses patent-pending technology that works with the systems internal fans to cool the 2 key heat zones of the PS3. The Intercooler contains five high-efficiency, variable speed fans that dramatically increase internal air flow and allow the console to run at optimal temperature levels. The devices unique 2-piece design targets the two primary heat zones of the console while mimicking the sleek lines and glossy surface of PS3. The Intercooler for the PS3 will be available between a suggested retail price of $19.99 and $29.99 at major retailers.

Built specifically to keep extended PlayStation 3 gaming sessions going strong, Nyko's patent pending Charge Base for PS3 allows up to four SIXAXIS(TM) wireless controllers to be charged simultaneously via one simple device. The unit's 6 foot cord plugs into any standard wall outlet, providing a rapid charge to each controller without taking up any of the console's USB ports or having to leave the system on for extended periods of time while charging. The Charge Base for PS3 ensures that all of your PlayStation 3 controllers are charged, organized and ready to use at a moments notice. The Charge Base for PS3 has a suggested retail price of $39.99.

For gamers who want ultimate control when it comes to their PlayStation 3, the Play Adapter for PS3 is the perfect product. Allowing the use of PlayStation 2 accessories with the PlayStation 3, the adapter enables consumers to experience PlayStation 2 titles with Sony's Dual Shock 2 controller. The adapter can also be used to connect your favorite PlayStation 2 accessories to the PlayStation 3, including racing wheels and guitar controllers, expanding the compatibility options of Sony's new console. The Play Adapter for PS3 will have a suggested retail price of $14.99.

The patent pending Dual Charge AC for PS3 features dual-USB ports, allowing two PlayStation 3 controllers to be charged simultaneously from any standard wall outlet using the two included four foot Mini USB cables. The compact unit features collapsible prongs for easy storage and can also be used to charge any USB compliant electronic devices, such as digital cameras and MP3 players. The Dual Charge AC for PS3 will sell for a suggested retail price of $24.99.

The Charge Link for PS3 provides a simple charging solution for the SIXAXIS(TM) wireless controller, allowing gamers to charge and play with the controller simultaneously. The extra long 10 foot cable can not only be used to charge PlayStation 3 controllers, but also any other USB-compliant device. The Charge Link for PS3 has a suggested retail price of $14.99.

For gamers who want to take advantage of the PlayStation 3's high-definition capabilities, Nyko offers the HDMI Cable for PS3. Capable of full 1080p video output, the HDMI Cable offers true high-definition video and audio quality at a reasonable price. Sharper images and more realistic, immersive sound await players craving the most out of their next-generation console. The HDMI Cable for PS3 has a suggested retail price of $29.99.

For gamers without HDMI-enabled televisions, Nyko offers the HD-Link for PS3. Capable of displaying video signals up to 1080p, the HD-Link provides a high-quality video option that takes the video capabilities of the PlayStation 3 to a higher level. The HD-Link also includes high-quality audio cables and comes in at a length of 8 feet, making it an optimal choice for any home entertainment setup. The HD- Link for PS3 has a suggested retail price of $19.99.

The Blue Com Wireless Headset for PS3 provides an easy-to-use means of in-game communication while offering unparalleled performance. The small form- fitting headset utilizes the latest Bluetooth 2.0 technology, boasting a battery life of 8 hours, without the need for extraneous cables and cords. After a simple synchronization setup, the Blue Com Headset is ready to use with any PlayStation 3 title that supports in-game voice chat. The Blue Com Wireless Headset for PS3 will have a suggested retail price of $59.99.
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From ps3-hacks.com:
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diabolix has successfully compiled an Xbox 360 controller driver for Fedora Core 5. What exactly does this mean? Well if you're running linux on your PS3 you can now use your wired Xbox360 controller with it! Its been tested with Snes9x and Doom under FC5-PPC.

Copy this installer to your PS3's HDD linux partition and connect your controller via USB. Run "install-xbox360-driver.sh" initially from the terminal, enter your root password (if you aren't root already), and viola -- a functioning Xbox360 controller on your PS3!
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From the press release:
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The Blu-ray Disc Association today declared its victory as the premiere high definition DVD format of choice. Debuted to the U.S. market in June 2006, over 25 companies have released Blu-ray Disc products to date, including players, recorders, high-definition computer drives, recordable media, PC applications, and announced almost 170 movie and music titles.

Driving demand for high definition content, more than one million Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) units, each featuring a Blu-ray Disc drive, were shipped to the United States in 2006, from launch through the end of the year, as reported by Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA). Demand for PS3 has been extremely high, and according to a recent SCEA survey of over 10,000 PS3 owners, 80 percent indicated they will buy Blu-ray movies and 75 percent said they use the PS3 as a primary device for viewing movies.

Understanding & Solutions, Ltd., a leading market analyst projects continually increasing market share for Blu-ray Disc beginning in 2007, and predicts that by 2010 virtually all HD optical disc hardware sold will be Blu-ray hardware, with all but the smallest fraction of movie content also on Blu-ray only.
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No NDP numbers yet, but here are the WMS Estimates for December 2006:
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WMS has estimated December sales of 1.3 million Wii hardware units and 600,000 PS3 hardware units (200,000 PS3 hardware units were sold in November). The analyst says Xbox 360 sold 1.2 million units in December.
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From gamesindustry.biz:
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The PlayStation 3's Sixaxis controller has been honoured with an award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

Sony's PlayStation 3 has also picked up the CES Best of Innovations Award for 2007, PC World's 20 Most Innovative Products Award, Sound and Vision's Editor's Choice Award and a Digital Innovation Award from the Digital Entertainment Group.
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From rerofumi on ps3-evolution.dcemu.co.uk:
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I rebuilt "lunavader" for PS3 Linux and distribute it with CD boot linux to play without installation.

The game is in an ISO which is 50MB in size but doesn't need linux installed on the PS3.
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From dcemu.co.uk
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The Sony PS3 SIXAXIS controller can be used on a Windows PC but Windows XP and upwards would be best. It works as USB HID device under Windows.

Heres the instructions to make it work:
1. Download and install the filter driver (libusb-win32-filter-bin-0.1.10.1.exe). (attached zip)
2. Unpack ps3sixaxis_en.exe
3. Plug the SIXAXIS into your PC.
4. Run ps3sixaxis_en.exe once.
5. Push the PS button on the SIXAXIS once if it doesnt see it straight away.
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From Associated Press
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In an important early look at the pivotal holiday sales season, Sony Corp said it met its goal of shipping 1 million PlayStation 3 consoles to North America in 2006 despite ongoing production problems with the still hard-to-find video game system.
The figure is about half of Sony's stated goal of 2 million PS3s globally by the end of 2006. The company did not disclose a global tally in the announcement, made at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Sony spokesman Dave Karraker said the company has been airlifting additional PS3s each week and will continue to do so through spring, if necessary.
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