Sony has released details of its PAL PlayStation 3 launch on 23/03/2007 for a staggering €599 (£425, $1000 Au) for the Premium model only, the Basic model may arrive later in the year. Read the press release here. You’ll note Sony’s giving us a 5 cent discount off $1000, I can’t be bothered playing psychological games over that.
To compare, Japan costs Â¥59,980, US costs $599 US. As of today, converting to Au it’s about ~$635 and ~$767 respectively. Having a browse it seems you can pick up a US PlayStation 3 for about $500 - $550 US. No real rush, no games I really want to play on it…
Ouch! That’s a nice gouge. Well played Sony, well played.