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Sony PlayStation 3 Slim

The PlayStation 3 Slim is the best version yet of Sony's gaming console. Its gaming and media-playback capability is little changed, and Sony's cut some features, like Linux support, but it's smaller, quieter and, crucially, cheaper. If you've been holding off on buying a PS3, this is the version to go for

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.9

Sony PSP Go preview

The PSP Go doesn't offer any game-changing upgrades, such as a touchscreen or second analogue stick, but it will probably prove a worthwhile investment for owners of the PSP 1000 and 2000, mainly because it's significantly smaller and lighter. The inclusion of Bluetooth capability is also a pleasing touch

Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB)

Still the best value Blu-ray player on the market, the PlayStation has had a hard-drive upgrade to 80GB -- plenty of space to store downloaded games, demos and media. With rapidly improving online services and exclusive games line-up, the PS3 is better than ever

User rating 7.8

Editor's rating 8.7

Sony PSP 3000

If you're looking for a sturdy portable device that offers great graphics, solid multimedia performance and more sophisticated games than the Nintendo DS Lite -- and a deeper game library than the Apple iPhone or iPod touch -- the PSP is a worthwhile choice

User rating 9.5

Editor's rating 8.0

Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB)

Sony has finally responded to criticism that its next-generation console is too expensive, introducing this new 40GB unit, priced at £300. The saving means a few hardware omissions, and it can't play PS2 games, but it's outstanding value for such an excellent home-entertainment centre

User rating 7.7

Editor's rating 8.7

Sony PSP (slim version)

A recent patent update sparked speculation that the new PSP would have a swivel screen and mobile phone capabilities, but Sony revealed a more modest PSP redesign at E3. The new handheld console is smaller, slimmer and lighter

User rating 8.0

Sony PSP

PSP stands for PlayStation Portable, but it might as well stand for 'Nintendo, you have a problem'. One of the most highly anticipated tech products to hit stores in recent memory, the Sony PSP largely delivers on its remarkable promises

User rating 8.9

Editor's rating 8.3