PS3 or Standalone? - Page 2 - Blu-ray Forum

LynxFX · 10-03-2007, 06:21 PM

I would recommend the PS3 to anyone right now, even if they weren't a gamer. The standalones just aren't up to snuff yet. But once they are and the price drops to half the cost of a PS3 I could see myself getting one as well.

Luis_A51 · 10-03-2007, 06:23 PM

Obviously the PS3.

Not only does it do games AND movies, but it is also the better long term investment since its got such powerful specs. Buying a profile 1.0 player or even 1.1 is a waste considering the PS3 can probably be had for less, especially if the $400 40gig comes out. The PS3 has incredible future potential that will be unlocked via firmware updates. Standalones dont.

You cant download trailers on any of the current standalones.

Sonny · 10-03-2007, 06:24 PM

Thats right no matter how old you are the Ps3 is a smart choice

D1-2005 · 10-03-2007, 06:25 PM

i bought a ps3 for the two for one special. and my ps3 loads extremly fast and ive heard most standalone players take a while to load

Borrik · 10-10-2007, 03:55 PM

PS3 hooks up to the net, automatic firmware up-grade... No more burning CDs or transferring data via USB to the standalone to keep up with the BDJ upgrades. Single Best reason for the PS3 over stand alone Blu-ray player.

tron3 · 10-10-2007, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Borrik

PS3 hooks up to the net, automatic firmware up-grade... No more burning CDs or transferring data via USB to the standalone to keep up with the BDJ upgrades. Single Best reason for the PS3 over stand alone Blu-ray player.

Does it come with a wireless remote control? Or is that extra?

E-Dogg · 10-10-2007, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tron3

Does it come with a wireless remote control? Or is that extra?

The new players coming out after 10/31/07 should be able to do all of this as well. I have a PS3, but will be purchasing the Daewoo players whenever they actually release it.

Caligula · 10-10-2007, 07:51 PM

extra for 24 dollars

Sonny · 10-10-2007, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tron3

Does it come with a wireless remote control? Or is that extra?

mine was free tron , you no you want a PS3 buddy, come on just say it, sh sh just let it happen lol

Luis_A51 · 10-10-2007, 08:02 PM

There have been multiple times when I have seen PS3s being sold with a Bluray remote included for free. Its not a standard thing, but it happens.

The ps3 is by far the best bluray player right now. The only "knocK" some people use is that its a game console, and thus they dont like the look.

Spec wise, value wise, and future-proof wise, the PS3 is by far the best bluray player, end of story.

MacDaddyOJack · 10-10-2007, 08:09 PM

Is everyone forgetting that the PS3 cant do anything with DTS-ma right now!?!?! If you are a home theater enthusiast, especially with sound, then get the Samsung BD-P1400 standalone. It can bitstream all audio formats, including DTS-MA after the latest available firmware upgrade. It has an ethernet port too, so its no harder to upgrade than the PS3.

SpikesBluBlooded · 10-10-2007, 08:35 PM

I know this is going to get me something less than love, but I'm a die-hard 360 fan. Maybe once I get the red-ring of death I might change up, but for now I'll play my BDs on my Sony.

Jim L · 10-10-2007, 08:51 PM

Currently I have both and use both for playing BDs.

Canada · 10-10-2007, 09:02 PM

PS3 is the only way I get HD content in my house.

richard lichtenfelt · 10-10-2007, 09:05 PM

The PS3 load times are less than regular dvd. I hear some people talking about 1 minute load times etc.
Cnet at least in the no so distant past used the PS3 to test many of their new hdtvs. They may still be doing so, article is from Feb. so it is unclear.

http://reviews.cnet.com/game-accesso...tag=prod.txt.2
Read the paragraph under the editors note which is located below the picture of the remote.

Canada · 10-10-2007, 09:07 PM

Why do people (Toshiba) not see that PS3 is not a ligitimate Blu Ray player at the time I bought my PS3 it was I belive the only Blu Ray player that had HDMI 1.3 .

PBR · 10-10-2007, 09:14 PM

I have the Samsung BD1200 and a PS3.
Going to buy another PS3 soon for my son

bootman · 10-10-2007, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Borrik

PS3 hooks up to the net, automatic firmware up-grade... No more burning CDs or transferring data via USB to the standalone to keep up with the BDJ upgrades. Single Best reason for the PS3 over stand alone Blu-ray player.

I believe every standalone should have an ethernet jack for upgrading.
Good thing the Sammys do since they got their updates yesterday.

kaliraver · 10-10-2007, 09:38 PM

Ps3 Ftw!!

tron3 · 10-11-2007, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sonny

mine was free tron , you know you want a PS3 buddy, come on just say it, sh sh just let it happen lol

Stop smothering me.

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10-10-2007, 03:55 PM	#25
Borrik Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Blu-ray collection:37	One reason to rule them all... PS3 hooks up to the net, automatic firmware up-grade... No more burning CDs or transferring data via USB to the standalone to keep up with the BDJ upgrades. Single Best reason for the PS3 over stand alone Blu-ray player.

10-10-2007, 08:51 PM	#33
Jim L Special Member Top contributor Member since:Apr 2006 Location:Myrtle Beach, SC Blu-ray reviews: 12 Trading Score:20	What about those of us that have both? Currently I have both and use both for playing BDs.

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10-03-2007, 06:21 PM	#21
LynxFX Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2007	I would recommend the PS3 to anyone right now, even if they weren't a gamer. The standalones just aren't up to snuff yet. But once they are and the price drops to half the cost of a PS3 I could see myself getting one as well.

10-03-2007, 06:23 PM	#22
Luis_A51 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Calgary, AB Blu-ray reviews:4	Obviously the PS3. Not only does it do games AND movies, but it is also the better long term investment since its got such powerful specs. Buying a profile 1.0 player or even 1.1 is a waste considering the PS3 can probably be had for less, especially if the $400 40gig comes out. The PS3 has incredible future potential that will be unlocked via firmware updates. Standalones dont. You cant download trailers on any of the current standalones.

10-03-2007, 06:24 PM	#23
Sonny Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray reviews:6 Trading Score:1	Thats right no matter how old you are the Ps3 is a smart choice

10-03-2007, 06:25 PM	#24
D1-2005 Senior Member Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Kansas City Home Theater Gallery:12 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:298	i bought a ps3 for the two for one special. and my ps3 loads extremly fast and ive heard most standalone players take a while to load

10-10-2007, 07:51 PM	#28
Caligula Banned Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Philadelphia Trading Score:1	extra for 24 dollars

10-10-2007, 08:02 PM	#30
Luis_A51 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Calgary, AB Blu-ray reviews:4	There have been multiple times when I have seen PS3s being sold with a Bluray remote included for free. Its not a standard thing, but it happens. The ps3 is by far the best bluray player right now. The only "knocK" some people use is that its a game console, and thus they dont like the look. Spec wise, value wise, and future-proof wise, the PS3 is by far the best bluray player, end of story.

10-10-2007, 08:09 PM	#31
MacDaddyOJack Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Richmond, VA PSNetwork: MacDaddyOJack Trophy Level: 12(4%) Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:71 Blu-ray reviews:23 Trading Score:4	Is everyone forgetting that the PS3 cant do anything with DTS-ma right now!?!?! If you are a home theater enthusiast, especially with sound, then get the Samsung BD-P1400 standalone. It can bitstream all audio formats, including DTS-MA after the latest available firmware upgrade. It has an ethernet port too, so its no harder to upgrade than the PS3.

10-10-2007, 08:35 PM	#32
SpikesBluBlooded Special Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Orlando, FL Blu-ray collection:719 Trading Score:1	I know this is going to get me something less than love, but I'm a die-hard 360 fan. Maybe once I get the red-ring of death I might change up, but for now I'll play my BDs on my Sony.

10-10-2007, 09:02 PM	#34
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:306 Blu-ray collection:1204 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	PS3 is the only way I get HD content in my house.

10-10-2007, 09:05 PM	#35
richard lichtenfelt Power Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:I'm not drunk, I'm just tired cause I been up all night drinking. Blu-ray reviews:3	The PS3 load times are less than regular dvd. I hear some people talking about 1 minute load times etc. Cnet at least in the no so distant past used the PS3 to test many of their new hdtvs. They may still be doing so, article is from Feb. so it is unclear. http://reviews.cnet.com/game-accesso...tag=prod.txt.2 Read the paragraph under the editors note which is located below the picture of the remote.

10-10-2007, 09:07 PM	#36
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:306 Blu-ray collection:1204 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	Why do people (Toshiba) not see that PS3 is not a ligitimate Blu Ray player at the time I bought my PS3 it was I belive the only Blu Ray player that had HDMI 1.3 .

10-10-2007, 09:14 PM	#37
PBR Active Member Top contributor Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Altair 4 4K collection:141 Blu-ray collection:1555 Blu-ray reviews:2	I have the Samsung BD1200 and a PS3. Going to buy another PS3 soon for my son

10-10-2007, 09:38 PM	#39
kaliraver Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2007 Location:San Francisco Bay Blu-Ray SteelBooks™: (150+) Blu-ray collection:373 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:285	Ps3 Ftw!!

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