Sony Slim Playstation 2 Console
Sony Electronics - PSTWORelease Date: Oct 2006
Whether you're a die-hard PlayStation 2 fan or a new player, this totally redesigned PlayStation 2 console will meet the demands of your game playing. The internal design architecture has been completely overhauled. Internal volume has been reduced by 75 percent, the system's overall weight & thickn... Read Moress has been reduced incredibly. The smaller, sleeker design makes it easy to carry around and enjoy games any time, anywhere. Minimize
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Summary of User Reviews
Number of Reviews: 17Positive Reviews: 88%
Negative Reviews: 12%
Positive Review
Reviewed by: L4M3DR34M3R on 26-Jun-06
Strengths: Price, 4 games bundle, big library, sleek design, sexy.
Weaknesses: too delicate
Summary: So I've got this spring a slim ps2 and it rocks. With a mem card it is really very good; and i've got it for like 175$ in romania with 4 games bundle. Its only pb is that if you drop it you can kiss goodbye. IT ROXZ!
Positive Review
Reviewed by: rlucken on 30-Mar-06
Strengths: Light, compact size, optional vertical stand, quiet, onboard network adapteradapter
Weaknesses: none encountered yet
Summary: A stylish lightweight compact unit capable of horizontal or vertical position with optional stand, makes it very space efficient for those with limited space. It is quiet and backward compatible with PS1 games. Its DVD player plays PS games, DVDs or CDs, and online play is possible with its network adapter.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: kandlg on 16-Jan-06
Strengths: Smaller, quieter, built-in network port and IR receiver
Weaknesses: No support for hard drive, new multi-tap required, external power adapter
Summary: This is a great improvement over the previous version in terms of size and design. It really is the size of a DVD case and that makes it much more portable (I take it on long business trips). Much of the reduction of size and noise is from removing the dc transformer outide the unit - it now has a power brick. I wouldn't rush out and buy one if you have a working PS2 unless you want it for traveling because I haven't noticed and changes in perfromance, etc. A couple of disadvantages are that the hard drive is not compatable with this unit and the old multitap doesn't work anymore because the arrangement of the controller and memory card have changed.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: aggievols on 29-Dec-05
Strengths: Cool slim design, good price, built-in DVD player
Weaknesses: None
Summary: With the cool slim design and low price, I can not resist it. This slim PS2 system is the first vedio game system I have purchased. I am totally satisfied with it. It is fast and quiet. It also has a built-in DVD player. I hope that the DVD player remote control was included. It does not have built-in hard drive, but I do not need it. It is a must buy for yourself or as a gift. Highly recommended.
Negative Review
Reviewed by: ggamer on 26-Dec-05
Strengths: small,powerful and cool
Weaknesses: overheats soon,game loading issues
Summary: i own a pc and ps2.some days back i purchased a game for ps2.after playing for two days the game stopped working with out any reason.and later i knew that the lens had become weak.i could not belive it,lens problems in just TWO MONTH.I DONT RECOMMEND ANYONE TO BUY SLIM PS2.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: ddeciancio on 22-Dec-05
Strengths: works with great with my pc and the ps2 dance mat I purchased
Weaknesses: not very portable
Summary: bought this for the grand kids to use. works very well. great games and accessories. it is very compact and easy to keep by the pc.With the memory chip it becomes an excellant gamer tool
Positive Review
Reviewed by: drapion on 20-Dec-05
Strengths: Very small size, reduced price, amount of games
Weaknesses: None
Summary: This is the second Playstation2 that I have bought. The first one was the original version, it lasted 5 years before my kid dropped it and the laser stopped working. This new slimline version is remarkably small, it's the size of a small hardcover book. I could not believe the size difference between the first one. It plays all the games the original one did so there was no compatibility issues. At $150 retail this console cannot be beat and has lasted the test of time. The games available to this platform far exceeds the competition.
Negative Review
Reviewed by: Baldfreak16 on 17-Dec-05
Strengths: none
Weaknesses: breaks so easily
Summary: go with the original big playstation the small one breaks easily ive had many problems with mine and the power cord and ive had a big one for 3 years not 1 problem
Positive Review
Reviewed by: julie_12141 on 10-Nov-05
Strengths: has dark color...which is cool..and well it is easy to set up
Weaknesses: not enough controllers come with it!!:(
Summary: I haven't enjoyed my Playstation yet..because i haven't purchased it yet. I AM SORRY THOUGH! it seems to occupy man y many people. so i guess i will pretend i have a playstation..have fun with yours though everyone!
Positive Review
Reviewed by: Go_Away33 on 04-Nov-05
Strengths: Looks cool ,dosnt need a network adapter, Small.
Weaknesses: Sometimes owerheats.
Summary: This new PS2 is the best. Its way smaler then any other console thats made for home use. It plays DvDs ,CDs and PS2 games. Nislly desighned and I like that it has a ir resiver built in so you dont need to take up a controller port to use the DvD remote. I found that sometimes after a week of being on it overheats. Overall its the best.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: txc76 on 24-Oct-05
Strengths: Size, Built-in network adapter. The size of this product is the big plus. Can sit horizontillay or vertically, and will probably be the most inconspicuous thing in your entertainment center.
Weaknesses: None unless you want a built in Hard drive.If you want to play FFXI you might have to use the older models which allow Hard Drives. This is one game though. Who cares?
Summary: Great console at a great price. By far the largest library of games, plus the PS1 library, there are so many must-have titles. This model is a lot smaller then the previous versions. It has to be seen in real life. It is slightly larger than a DVD case. I have a GC, PS2, X-Box, and a PC. They are all great in their own way. If I'd have to choose a console it would be PS2 solely on the library. If you have an older PS2, it might even be worth it to trade it in and get this model.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: sabor on 18-Sep-05
Strengths: very slim, small and nice looking
Weaknesses: no hard drive, gets hot fat
Summary: This unit looks great and fun to play game with. The main problem is that it gets hot fat. Also I had a third party controller which seems not working with this new unit.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: A4L on 11-Sep-05
Strengths: Everything
Weaknesses: nothing
Summary: i love this system it is better then the bigger kinds and is far better then the gamecube or xbox it has more games then then any other console i highly recomend it but ps 3is coming soon and maybe u should wait for that
Positive Review
Reviewed by: CStech43 on 02-Aug-05
Strengths: Sleek Design, Ultra Quiet, Compact and good price. Has all the features of the larger Playstaion 2 (backwards compatibility with Playstation One Games, Built-in DVD player) at half the size.
Weaknesses: None (except the lack of support for HDD (hard drive)which only a couple games support and for the majority of gameplayers this is a non-issue.)
Summary: I like this model better than the bulky model that was released orginally. For those with a limited amount of space this model is ideal and is slightly larger than a DVD case. I noticed an improvement in this model in that it is VERY quiet. There is a built-in fan but you can barely hear it. I noticed slightly faster load times as well (though not as such a big difference that is very noticable). In addition, due to better parts installed in this system (such as lasers) the chance of getting a DRE (dics read error) is reduced signifigantly. Overall, I highly recommend this model--it looks very cool, saves space, is very quiet and can perform all the functions the larger model can do at half the size.
Positive Review
Reviewed by: monsoonman on 28-Jul-05
Strengths: + smaller + built in network adapter+ less noisy+ much cooler than original
Weaknesses: - heats up quickly- not compatiable with Sony's PS2 hard-drive- some 3rd party stuff won't work with this
Summary: The new slim PS2 is a must buy for those that don't already own a PS2. This new slimmer version of the PS2 is space efficient and is much quieter than it's predecessor. It also comes with a built in network adapter for online play. My only complaint with the slim PS2 is that my 3rd party multi tap was not compatible with it. In conclusion those looking to buy a new PS2, or upgrade their old clunky PS2, will be very satisfied with the new slim version.
