Engadget, the renowned consumer tech review website, has been diligently testing and evaluating tech products for over 15 years since its establishment in 2004. Their latest focus includes the highly anticipated release of Sony’s latest gaming console, the PS5 Slim.
Excitement has reached a fever pitch as the PS5 Slim becomes available in the United States. Dell and Walmart are among the retailers offering a standard model of the console, which comes bundled with a free copy of the highly acclaimed game, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. However, eager consumers may have to act swiftly as the $500 bundle has been frequently going in and out of stock, a clear indication of its immense popularity.
For fans of the popular Call of Duty series, Walmart is also offering a bundle for the PS5 Slim with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. Priced at $609, this bundle allows customers to choose an additional accessory to enhance their gaming experience.
Initially, Sony had announced that the PS5 Slim would only be available in the US. However, enthusiasts in Canada were thrilled to discover that the console has been spotted there as well, with a price tag of $650 CAD.
Sony had unveiled the slim PlayStation 5 models just last month, confirming a November release. However, they did not provide a specific release date for their own storefront or third-party retailers. These new models boast a reduction in size, being 30% smaller and 18-24% lighter than their predecessors. One distinguishing feature of the new models is a black band that elegantly separates the top and bottom cover panels.
In terms of pricing, the new PS5 digital edition has been set at $450, $50 more than the previous version. Those who prefer physical game discs or enjoy watching DVDs or Blu-rays on their console may opt for the additional $80 disc drive available for the PS5 digital edition.
Sony has made it clear that they plan to discontinue the original PS5 consoles once they are sold out, making the digital edition the sole option available in the future. Additionally, it’s worth noting that vertical orientation of the PS5 Slim requires a $30 stand, as plastic clips are only provided for horizontal alignment.
With such an array of options and the increasing popularity of the PS5 Slim, tech enthusiasts and gamers alike are eager to get their hands on the latest addition to the PlayStation family. As consumers anxiously await the release dates and availability of the console, one thing is for certain – the PS5 Slim is set to revolutionize the gaming experience once again.
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