PS3 Production Cost Down 50%

[bluperch]

Yeah, yeah, someone's already posted this (probably). But according to Gizmodo, Sony has reduced PS3 production costs by 50 percent since launch date.

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[Mermen79]

Wow, it's still so expensive to produce. The US get's a really good deal compared to other nations. I guess we're lucky that a lot is produced here which reduces import and shipping costs.

The 40GB model still causes them to lose money? I wonder what the management team has ahead for the PS3 to make up for the lack of profit. I'm glad that the PS3 is getting more popular now. It was definately too advanced for the masses when it was first released but no it's just right. I hate how the Wii seems like a toy rather than a current-generation 2008 console.

[bluperch]

Originally Posted by djepic112

The 40GB model still causes them to lose money? I wonder what the management team has ahead for the PS3 to make up for the lack of profit. I'm glad that the PS3 is getting more popular now. It was definately too advanced for the masses when it was first released but no it's just right. I hate how the Wii seems like a toy rather than a current-generation 2008 console.

They (Sony) do get money for game licensing. That's where they make the big bucks, not off the console hardware itself. Plus they knew this would help drive blu-ray, so I think they were willing to lose (just about) any amount on the PS3 at first.

[The Don]

Originally Posted by bluperch

They (Sony) do get money for game licensing. That's where they make the big bucks, not off the console hardware itself. Plus they knew this would help drive blu-ray, so I think they were willing to lose (just about) any amount on the PS3 at first.

good info here..

[jubaiweaponx]

Interesting Info ,there`s Always Ps4 To Plan For Lol

[jorg]

Originally Posted by bluperch

They (Sony) do get money for game licensing. That's where they make the big bucks, not off the console hardware itself. Plus they knew this would help drive blu-ray, so I think they were willing to lose (just about) any amount on the PS3 at first.

tru dat lmao mircosft just starting making money off x box very recently hints why they only made a 20$ price cut microsfts first productions costs was 550
sony orginal cost of the blu-ray drive was 125$ know its only 17$ for teh drive alone plus the cell broad band engie cost about 75$ at 90 nm and with teh recent 65 nm even when buying em off ibm it saves alot plus no ps2 back words compabiliable

[jorg]

Originally Posted by bluperch

They (Sony) do get money for game licensing. That's where they make the big bucks, not off the console hardware itself. Plus they knew this would help drive blu-ray, so I think they were willing to lose (just about) any amount on the PS3 at first.

and by the way retail makes all the money my aunt works for a game company called icon and they distribute games to all the eb games in the city and she can get them for 20$

[ezcobar411]

Originally Posted by jorg

and by the way retail makes all the money my aunt works for a game company called icon and they distribute games to all the eb games in the city and she can get them for 20$

yet another reason to hate Gamestop. lol

[ArkGuy]

Originally Posted by djepic112

.... I hate how the Wii seems like a toy rather than a current-generation 2008 console.

It IS a toy. So is the PS3. They both are designed to entertain you.

And they do.

Or at least I thought all those people were having fun. They sure seem to act like it.

[Jim L]

I know it may be too early to expect this, but hopefully Sony will have some room for future price cuts.

This fall and winter the PS3 really took off after the additional price cuts.

Then there are all those PS2 gamers out there that would like to jump in but haven't yet.

[Zaphod]

50% of the original $900 or so for the cost of production still put's it at a loss per unit sold, albeit a MUCH smaller loss. But still good new that they are able to dramatically reduce the cost in just over a year.

[Mermen79]

Originally Posted by bluperch

They (Sony) do get money for game licensing. That's where they make the big bucks, not off the console hardware itself. Plus they knew this would help drive blu-ray, so I think they were willing to lose (just about) any amount on the PS3 at first.

Very good point, I didn't think about that. Blu Ray's move into the standard format for HD here on out will make Sony a lot of money. Hopefully Sony will stop neglecting the PS3 now. I got the console nearly five months ago but I only have one game (Uncharted). I love that game a lot but there was a lack of selection for awhile.

[Ascended_Saiyan]

Originally Posted by ArkGuy

It IS a toy. So is the PS3. They both are designed to entertain you.

And they do.

Or at least I thought all those people were having fun. They sure seem to act like it.

The difference is that the Wii would be considered a cheap toy and the PS3 would be considered a billionaire's toy (without the extreme costs). It's up there with exotic cars and yachts.

Originally Posted by djepic112

Very good point, I didn't think about that. Blu Ray's move into the standard format for HD here on out will make Sony a lot of money. Hopefully Sony will stop neglecting the PS3 now. I got the console nearly five months ago but I only have one game (Uncharted). I love that game a lot but there was a lack of selection for awhile.

I guess it depends on what you will let yourself enjoy. I've had the PS3 for over a year. I've also allowed myself to enjoy 20+ games.