PS3 with Blu-ray was a mistake

Posted on Tuesday, December 12 2006 @ 0:15 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Analysts say adding Blu-ray to the PlayStation 3 was a mistake. Firstly because a shortage of Blu-ray players delayed the PS3 and resulted in low quantity shipments, but also because it adds $150 to $200 to the price while consumers don't really want it.

Blu-Ray however is adding $150 to $200 to the product and punters do not really want it.

Goodman said that Sony had created something that is not for today's market. Blu-Ray was not a market driver on a console and it is only driving the price higher.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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