PS3 delay possible
Sony has announced that a PlayStation 3 delay is a very real possibility.
Any delay could be caused by Blu-ray, one of two next-generation DVD formats backed by Sony. The PlayStation 3 will be able to play Blu-ray movies and games. The format can hold up to 25GB on a single layer, and 50GB with dual layer.
Delays in finalising specifications is the main reason behind Blu-ray production lagging so far behind. In particular, Advanced Access Content System (AACS), a Digital Rights Management feature, has delayed the production of both Blu-ray and its competitor, HD-DVD. It is believed both camps have now reached an agreement.
“The highest quality picture is vital to the PS3. There is a possibility of delay [to the launch] if delivery of parts is delayed,” said a Sony spokesperson.
Speculation suggests that all other parts, including RSX, the PS3’s graphics card, have been completed. But Blu-ray, one of the most anticipated features of the PS3, could be the whole reason Sony has refused to comment on the progress of its next generation console.
Interestingly, though, it has also been announced that Sony aims to ship the initial Blu-ray titles on 23 May in the US, to coincide with the release of Blu-ray players. This could very well mean that Sony is still able to meet its “Spring 2006″ launch in at least one territory (assuming Spring ends on 21 June).
via PS3Land.com