Sony Confirms $399 PlayStation 3 for U.S.

By Nick Mokey Published October 17, 2007

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After Sony introduced a 40GB PlayStation 3 In Japan last week and slashed prices on the 80GB model, rumors swirled that the same would soon happen in North America. Sony confirmed those rumors on Thursday by announcing that a 40GB version of the PS3 would sell for $399 when it hits U.S. shores on November 2, and also that the price for the 80GB version would drop to $499 immediately.

"We’re pleased to offer the consumer a lower price point without sacrificing the core technology components that make PS3 the most advanced high-definition entertainment system available," said Jack Tretton, Sony Computer Entertainment America’s president and CEO, in a statement.

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