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[Noodles]

PS4 - United Kingdom | United States | Canada | France | Germany | Japan
PS4 Pro - United Kingdom | United States | Canada
PS4 Slim - United Kingdom | United States | Canada​

Spoiler: Info

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In preparation for tomorrow's announcement, Sony Playstation have released a video which looks back at the evolution of Playstation games and how they pushed the boundaries of play with their innovative titles.

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You can watch a global livestream broadcast of the PlayStation Meeting this Wednesday (February 20th, 2013) starting at 6:00pm EST, 3:00pm PST and 11:00pm GMT at these links...

US: https://us.playstation.com/meeting2013/
UK: http://uk.playstation.com/meeting2013/

UPDATE:

A press release reveals the machine will include an 8-core 64-bit x86 "Jaguar" CPU developed by AMD and a Radeon GPU with the capability of terrorizing televisions with 1.84 TFLOPS of gaming goodness.

PlayStation 4 includes a Blu-ray drive that spins game discs a brisk 6X and 8X for DVDs. Additional specs in the release note the, already revealed, 8GB of unified GDDR5 RAM along with 802.11n WiFi capability, USB 3.0 ports, Bluetooth 2.1 and ports for optical audio, HDMI and even legacy analog AV hook-ups. Though the console will have internal storage, Sony did not detail its size.

Sony's plan is to launch its new PlayStation 4 console this holiday season. No specific date or price was revealed during the reveal event.

The PS4's main features include:

• - New DualShock 4 controller with built in touchpad
• - Dramatically improved graphics and processing power
• - Based on same X86 chips used in desktop computer to help game developers
• - 3D camera that can track the controller, and the player
• - Games can also be played on Sony's Vita handheld console

The future of PlayStation is all about great games and entertainment, and at PlayStation Meeting 2013, we brought some of the brightest and most creative minds from the development community on stage to unveil the games that will define PS4. A partial initial lineup for PlayStation 4 includes first-party games from Guerilla Games (Killzone: Shadow Fall), Sucker Punch (inFamous Second Son), Evolution Studios (Driveclub), and Japan Studio (Knack), as well as titles from our partners such as Activision/Bungie (Destiny), Blizzard Entertainment (Diablo III), Capcom (Deep Down), and Ubisoft (Watch_Dogs). PlayStation also reinforced its commitment to self-publishing and the independent development community by having Jonathan Blow onstage who gave a sneak peek of his upcoming title The Witness. Finally, the incredible minds at Media Molecule and Quantic Dream gave glimpses of their conceptualization process and the future of gameplay with some remarkable footage. We only scratched the surface at the event, and will have many more exciting titles to come.

Our next generation console will change the way you interact with friends while you play. PlayStation 4 lets you instantly share images and videos of your favorite gameplay moments on Facebook with a single press on the DUALSHOCK 4 controller’s “share” button. You can also broadcast while you play in real-time through Ustream, allowing friends to comment or jump into your game in new ways.

With PlayStation 4 we also want you to access your games quicker than ever before. PS4’s “suspend mode” eliminates the load time on your saved game and allows you to immediately return to where you left off by pressing the power button. PlayStation 4’s background downloading and updating capability also allows you to immediately play digital titles as they download, or update the system when the hardware is powered off.

DUALSHOCK 4 adopts the familiar form factor of the DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller with some key enhancements:

• - Motion control is enabled by a new highly sensitive six-axis sensor
• - Dual analog sticks fine-tuned for better precision plus improved surface materials and shape for more delicate manipulation
• - L2/R2 buttons on the top of the controller employ a curved design for easier, smoother interaction
• - A new “Options” button combines the functions of the DUALSHOCK 3’s “Select” and “Start” buttons for operating in-game menus

You can see more images of the new DUALSHOCK 4 controller here.

 

[Noodles]

 

[Noodles]

PlayStation Meeting 2016 can be streamed below in roughly 30 minutes time...

 

[Noodles]

 

[Noodles]

• PS4 Pro arrives 10 November and costs €399.99.
  
• HDR is coming to all 40 million existing PS4 users via a firmware update next week.
• Netflix and YouTube will provide 4K content on PS4 Pro for the sharpest picture.

 

[AnubisNefer]

• #PS4PRO arrives 10 November and costs €399.99.
  
• HDR is coming to all 40 million existing #PS4 users via a firmware update next week.
• Netflix and YouTube will provide 4K content on #PS4PRO for the sharpest picture.

Funny thing that they didn't even mention the specs..... as if they are still unsure about something.....

 

[Noodles]

Funny thing that they didnt mention even the specs..... as if they are still unsure about something.....

IKR? I thought the whole point in the meeting was to announce all that... instead they're revealing the specs through their blog "soon".

 

[thewoe]

Shame i only have a 4K tv that is non HDR.

 

[Noodles]

Just heard that it might not support 4K Blu-ray!?

 

[thewoe]

according to zavvi:

 

[Noodles]

I'll wait for the official announcement on the specs before I completely make up my mind, but at the moment it's looking like Xbox may have won this round.

 

[AnubisNefer]

according to zavvi:
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If true, then that is BS. Even the Xbox One S has this support. This and the lacking of specs reveals makes me wonder...... IN a negative way

 

[luke98]

If it had 4k Blu-ray support maybe i will upgrade

 

[Noodles]

 

[Noodles]

The PS4 Pro is now available to pre-order from Zavvi, and here is their description...

The Most Powerful PlayStation Yet

The PS4 Pro has landed. The console, known only as the NEO prior to Sony’s official announcement, is the latest edition to Sony’s gaming product range. It’s the PlayStation that’s perfect for anyone who’s serious about gaming at the highest quality. Its spellbinding specification boasts a more powerful processor, vastly improved graphics and full 4K Ultra-HD support. The latest device will be able to play all existing PS4 games in addition to providing the greatest gameplay functionality for all upcoming PlayStation releases.

4K & HDR Support

A sharper, more responsive graphical experience awaits PlayStation fans. Gameplay has never looked better. Not only will the PS4 support 4K game releases, the Pro will also stream 4K Video content. With inbuilt Netflix functionally, gamers will be able to stream over 600 Ultra-HD Netflix titles. The PS4 Pro will also allow Ultra-HD YouTube streaming. If you’re looking for the best visual excellence in a console, look no further – the PS4 can’t be beaten.

New DualShock Controller

The all new DualShock pad contains a sleek translucent light strip at the helm of the controller's multi-touch, clickable, touch pad. This allows players to view the controller's light bar colour changes during gameplay, without the need to view the back of the DualShock device. No longer is light bar used for solely player identification and system warnings, it’s become a fully immersive part of the gaming experience. With the wireless range also improving, the perfect gamepad just got even better.

1TB Hard Drive

The PS4 Pro lives up its professional title – Sony’s new release boasts a 1TB hard drive which reflects its robust build quality and powerful aesthetic

 

[Lukesablade]

The meeting was a car crash...they just rambled nonsense for 45 mins...at least I get to save my money now.

 

[luke98]

I am gonna wait until after launch to pick one up the PlayStation Meeting was not that good but atleast we saw Mass Effect

 

[tridon]

The PS4 Pro is now available to pre-order from Zavvi, and here is their description...

The Most Powerful PlayStation Yet

The PS4 Pro has landed. The console, known only as the NEO prior to Sony’s official announcement, is the latest edition to Sony’s gaming product range. It’s the PlayStation that’s perfect for anyone who’s serious about gaming at the highest quality. Its spellbinding specification boasts a more powerful processor, vastly improved graphics and full 4K Ultra-HD support. The latest device will be able to play all existing PS4 games in addition to providing the greatest gameplay functionality for all upcoming PlayStation releases.

4K & HDR Support

A sharper, more responsive graphical experience awaits PlayStation fans. Gameplay has never looked better. Not only will the PS4 support 4K game releases, the Pro will also stream 4K Video content. With inbuilt Netflix functionally, gamers will be able to stream over 600 Ultra-HD Netflix titles. The PS4 Pro will also allow Ultra-HD YouTube streaming. If you’re looking for the best visual excellence in a console, look no further – the PS4 can’t be beaten.

New DualShock Controller

The all new DualShock pad contains a sleek translucent light strip at the helm of the controller's multi-touch, clickable, touch pad. This allows players to view the controller's light bar colour changes during gameplay, without the need to view the back of the DualShock device. No longer is light bar used for solely player identification and system warnings, it’s become a fully immersive part of the gaming experience. With the wireless range also improving, the perfect gamepad just got even better.

1TB Hard Drive

The PS4 Pro lives up its professional title – Sony’s new release boasts a 1TB hard drive which reflects its robust build quality and powerful aesthetic

So no 4K Blu-rays then? I was going to get this as my 4K player, so hopefully Sony updates everyone soon on whether it'll play Blu-rays or not.

 

[tridon]

Also, I was sure expecting the Pro to look a lot nicer than this. This looks like cheap plastic. I was hoping for something a little more elegant.

 

[Noodles]

So no 4K Blu-rays then? I was going to get this as my 4K player, so hopefully Sony updates everyone soon on whether it'll play Blu-rays or not.

I'm in no rush to go 4K, but that was my plan too. I'm honestly expecting them to release a software update for 4K BR at some point though, like there was with 3D.

Also, I was sure expecting the Pro to look a lot nicer than this. This looks like cheap plastic. I was hoping for something a little more elegant.

I'm not a big fan either... it's basically a double-decker Slim, which I'm also not really a fan of. But yeah, it all looks very plasticky and dull... especially when compared the the original PS4.

 

[kaw]

I don't own a Playstation 4.
I was waiting on this to make my decision as to what one to get.

The fact that the PRO doesn't play 4K Blu-rays makes it seem almost pointless in buying. I'm really having a hard time figuring out any reason to get this one.
Should I get the new slim? Or maybe just get a OLD PS4?

I'm curious to see the specs side by side / compared.

What would you guys recommend?