Like any new piece of hardware, Sony's new PlayStation 3 has experienced a few teething problems since its launch. This is nothing new for Sony hardware, though – its predecessor the PS2 initially had problems with its DVD playback. However, with the PS3 being such a complicated piece of equipment, perhaps its understandable to have a few glitches. Unfortunately, one problem seems to be appearing more than others, and that's with regards to the sound. Looking at any forums online regarding the PS3, amongst the normal game discussions and why buyers prefer Sony to Microsoft, you'll find many postings regarding sound problems the PS3 is experiencing. From buzzing to interference or worse still, no sound at all, the problem seems to be fairly common. Thankfully, it's extremely easy to identify what's causing the problem, and relatively straightforward to rectify.   One of the ways to identify the problem is to remove any connections you may have leading to your PS3. Although most electrical products now have excellent magnetic shielding running through them, which stops one power source interfering with another, there are still some that may be susceptible to this kind of interruption. So if you have your PS3 connected to a home ...

With the PS3 shipping with the new blu-ray format as its choice of disc on which to store games and films, it has led to a new quality of transmission levels. However, this is not the only feature that the console has to offer – with a little bit of patience and the right software, you can convert your existing videos and DVD's to run through your PS3. The first thing you need is the actual software to enable this. There are various companies that offer this specialist software, and a quick search using an online search engine such as Google should give you a few options with regards to price and specific software. This software allows you to convert your existing video into the correct format needed for transferring the file.   Once you have the software, you need to do is connect whatever device you have the video stored on to something that will be compatible with the PS3 itself. Although the console supports a wide range of formats, such as memory sticks, cards, video iPod and many others, there are certain types of encryption files that will not be recognised, so be sure to check this list first. If you ...

When Sony's PS3 was first released, much was made of the blu-ray disc format that enables you to watch movies in a far higher resolution than DVD. However, even if you don't have a High Definition (HD) television connected to your PS3, or you don't feel the benefits of blu-ray disc are part of your needs right now, you can still watch high-definition movies on and about your PS3 with a variety of sources. One of the ways to do this is to use the machine's online browser and go to the PS3 homepage. Here you will find the latest trailers of the upcoming games for the system, as well as demos and movie clips as well, all in glorious HD. You can even download these to your console's hard drive to either watch later, or play at a later date, if it's a game demo for instance. Of course, this won't mean that much if you don't have an HD TV to start with…   However, even if you don't have an HD compatible television to benefit fully from using your PS3 as a browser, you can still watch the latest details about PS3, it's games, it's upcoming releases and other similar ...

Bigger is always better, right? That may seem like a universal truth, but when it comes to comparing the PlayStation 3's two models, Basic and Premium, that may not be the case. Deciding which model of the Playstation 3 to buy is a big decision - for some, only the biggest is good enough. But for those who prefer to weigh up the options properly before spending their hard earned cash, let's take a look at the specific differences and make an informed decision based on the facts, rather than emotions. PS3 Price First off, we should consider the difference in price. Although you can find deals depending on where you look, the Premium model is about $600 retail, and the Basic sells at $500. We're looking at a difference of $100 give or take. Let's keep that in mind while we look at the differences. Size   The most obvious difference is the size. Premium PS3s have 60 gigs of memory, while the Basics have only 20. That's three times the storage space for only a little extra cash.   Which machine would be better for you depends on what you plan to do with it. If you ...

Thanks to its inclusion of the new Blue-Ray (BD) Disc format, Sony's new PS3 has been lauded by both gamers and home theater enthusiasts. The home movie buffs are quickly discovering that purchasing the PS3 is about the cheapest way to have access to BD movie playback. Unfortunately though, there is one drawback. You see, while most home theaters are controlled by infra-red remote control systems, the PS3 does not come with IR functionality. Luckily, with a little effort, you can control your PS3 with IR - here's how: 1. What You'll Need for using an Infra Red Remote Control with the PS3 Assuming you already have your PS3, there are a few additional pieces of hardware you'll need to be able to control movie playback with an IR remote control. First, you'll need a controller-to-USB adapter originally designed for the PS2. You'll also need to dig up a Sony DVD remote for the original PS2. This is actually two pieces of hardware - the remote and the external receiver. Keep in mind that remotes for the newer version of the PS2 won't work because they don't come with the external receiver. (The IR reciever finally got built in to later versions ...

  When I decided to buy my new PS3, there was no real decision to make when it came to what model I wanted – it had to be the version with the 60 GB memory. I wanted to be able to run my games smoother and store some of my cool videos on it too. But the main reason is that I wanted to run the PS3 with my wireless kit that I already have my PC set up at home with – I have enough cables already, and my girlfriend sure didn't want any more! So wireless it was, and extra money I didn't mind spending to get.     The good thing is, if you already have a wireless connection at home with your PC and a laptop, maybe, you should be pretty familiar with how to set one up. If this is your first time setting up a wireless network, however, you should still find it pretty easy. I actually found it easier than setting up my PC one, that's how simple it is.   Once I had set my router up, the rest was as easy as installing a new program on a PC. Going into the menu using the normal ...

Good news for Playstation 3 users: You do not have to settle for the puny 20 or 40 GB hard drive that comes with your PS3. The Play Station 3 allows you to take out and hot-swap your hard drive, and it's not that hard to do. This means that you can upgrade your PS3 HDD to as much as a 200 GB hard drive, and maybe even more. You can keep more data from your games, files and other types of media on your Play Station 3 gaming console without making any major changes. The Play Station 3 users' manual actually tells you how to do it. There are three pages in the manual telling you step-by-step how to upgrade your hard drive, and it also tells you that you will not void your warrantee, unless the new hard drive causes damage to the console somehow, which isn't likely. However, it warns that if you have to take the console in to get fixed, you should put the old hard drive back in.   All you need to do it is a couple of screwdrivers and the right kind of hard drive to put in. ...

The Playstation 3 console comes with the introduction of the Blu-Ray DVD Drive. This is to add graphics and home entertainment options for buyers. This is a new concept that most buyers aren’t familiar with. However, Sony believes that once they start using the Blu-Ray DVD Drive, they will love it. They are sure the popularity of the DVD drive will catch on rapidly. With the Playstation 3 Blu-Ray DVD Drive, users will be able to watch DVD’s on the console. The will also be able to download DVD’s via the internet to the console’s hard drive. The purpose behind the Blu-Ray DVD Drive is to allow users to record, rewrite, and playback high definition video. It is anticipated that in the future, Blu-Ray technology will eliminate DVD’s much in the same way that they have made VHS obsolete. All Blu-Ray discs have a layer of protective coating so that they won’t be scratched or damaged as DVD’s often are. This is good news as nothing is more disappointing than to reach for your favorite DVD or CD for that matter and find it damaged.   Buyers of the Playstation 3 will enjoy the free gift of the Blu-Ray DVD Drive. The ...

There are many individuals out there who are confused about which new gaming system they should buy. Many are stuck between the Playstation 3 and the XBox 360. I am here to tell you that while both are great systems; the Playstation 3 is by far the best choice. Both are comparable in price, so that is not a factor to consider in making your decision. An important issue to consider is the warranty of the products. Playstation 3 offers a full one year warranty while the XBox 360 only offers a 90 warranty. The first thing you need to know is that the graphics on the Playstation 3 are awesome! I have never seen anything like it. Both the Playstation 3 and the XBox 360 offer 512 MB of memory. The XBox uses the Unified Memory Architecture, allowing the CPU and GPU to share that memory. The Playstation 3 offers 256 MB of XDR memory and 256 MBMB of GDDR3 memory that is specific to graphics. The bandwidth is similar on both systems.   Buyers of the Playstation 3 will be happy with the data storage capabilities and data transfer features. Portable media including six USB cable ports, a memory stick slot, ...