We're sure we'll hear more stories of retailers jumping the gun in the next few days, and while we're sure it doesn't make Sony a happy camper, it's definitely a win for us.
[Thanks for the tip, H. Phillips!]
Alabama Wal-Mart breaks 40GB street date
We're sure we'll hear more stories of retailers jumping the gun in the next few days, and while we're sure it doesn't make Sony a happy camper, it's definitely a win for us.
[Thanks for the tip, H. Phillips!]
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(Page 1)2. I found them on the shelves this past Saturday at a walmart in Texas. I tried to buy one, but the register would not allow a purchase. It displayed "Cannot sell" or something like that on the display.
Posted at 10:14AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Steve
3. well, at least they didn't also break Spiderman 3's launch date, *shrugs*
considering most of people here (other than certain other console's fanboys) already own a PS3, it really doesn't affect us. but for people who want to get it as a Media device with some gameplaying ability, this is the console for you.. or else, please just go buy the 80GB one.
Posted at 10:51AM on Oct 30th 2007 by kingofwale
4. Why wouldn't Sony like this? I know they have specific dates for a reason, but what IS the reason?
Can't this only benefit them?
Posted at 10:52AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Justin
5. @Justin
I think part of the reason the dates are there is that most stores wont have been able to have gotten the 40gb ps3 yet and so its a bit unfair to those stores that the ones that got it before them get to sell it before....I could be wrong mind you.
Posted at 11:08AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Neil
6. the 40 gig has been on sale here in aus for a while, its the only bloody ps3 over here, GIVE US THE 80 GIGS!!!!
Posted at 11:09AM on Oct 30th 2007 by AK
7. Too bad there isn't a Wal-Mart in Birmingham, AL...only the surrounding cities. Oh well, I guess they generalized the location for recognition.
Posted at 11:17AM on Oct 30th 2007 by DBVII
8. @justin and neil
I think another reason is because they want to get rid of all the old 60 gig versions first. other wise no one will probably buy them.
Posted at 11:25AM on Oct 30th 2007 by steve
9. both make sense. thanks guys.
Posted at 11:53AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Justin
10. they should drop the damn price though...thats how you clear out stock.
Posted at 11:53AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Justin
11. I tried doing this at my local Target here in L.A. on Sunday. (28th). I asked the employee if they were sitting in the back and he said "Yea but I can't sell you one until November 2nd"
Posted at 11:59AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Mr. Volcom
12. @Steve
I don't think it is in time to sell out the 60 gb systems, here in Canada. They are selling for $449 which if you don't want the game motorstorm is a decent deal. Plus only 2 days after the announced the sale for the 60 gb version here, it was sold out no matter where I checked or tried to order online.
Posted at 1:33PM on Oct 30th 2007 by James
13. I work in electronics at my local wal-mart and have four new PS3s sitting in the back for about a week or so waiting for nov 2nd to show up.
We also got the 360 Arcade in and my manager put it out early, but the wal-mart super computer wouldn't let us sell it.
Posted at 2:57PM on Oct 30th 2007 by motorer
14. @AK: I doubt you're right about the 40GB already on sale in Oz. It couldn't be the one with zero backwards compatibility and only 2 USB ports.
Posted at 3:04PM on Oct 30th 2007 by Popfrogs
15. Im curious if the box has any extra wording on it regarding BC. Definatly a good system for people wanting Blu-Ray but I can see some folks being suprised by no BC if its not clearly stated on the box(and some even if it is).
Posted at 3:26PM on Oct 30th 2007 by Konchu
16. @Popfrogs: No AK is right we've had it in NZ for a while now. 12th of october to be exact. Good price drop to, went from $1200NZD to $800NZD, still expensive but a huge drop none the less.
http://www.gamesman.co.nz/product.php?id=8375
Posted at 3:29PM on Oct 30th 2007 by FrodoT-Baggins
17. There actually is a Wal-Mart in Birmingham now DBVII, over on the city's east side (former Eastwood Mall site).
It's a shame that some folks don't pay attention to the grand openings of new businesses here in town...
http://bhamterminal.com/blog/2007/10/24/a-grand-re-opening/
Posted at 5:06PM on Oct 30th 2007 by bhamterminal
18. At the best buy where i work we were all told to be sure not to sell the system or there would be serious penalties not only for the employee but the store itself. I know some companies with hold future shipments because of stuff like this.
Posted at 6:56PM on Oct 30th 2007 by Cory
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1. LoL That's funny!! Someone's gonna get fired! LMAO
Posted at 9:50AM on Oct 30th 2007 by Byron517