More auxiliary functions for Sony PS3

Philip Wong | Oct 12, 2007

With a powerful but power-hungry onboard Cell processor, it seems like Sony has had quite a free hand implementing a whole host of new functions for its PlayStation 3. Months back, we heard news of possible digital video-recording capability for the gaming console. Now there are fresh rumors of plans to turn it into a settop box to deliver IPTV service in Korea. A collaboration between Sony and KT (formerly known as Korean Telecom), the service could launch as early as November, though both companies are tight-lipped about the full details.

On a separate note, Sony Pictures vice president of Advanced Technologies Don Eklund had hinted at a possible PS3 firmware upgrade which enables Blu-ray interactivity. If this materializes, the console could well be the first Blu-ray player in the market to support his enhanced capability. Even better, with the S$559 (US$411.03) 40GB model on the horizon, there are more reasons to jump on the HD bandwagon.

Via Engadget and High-Def Digest

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