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The new PlayStation 3 (PS3) will hit Japanese stores on 11 November, with the US and Europe following less than a week later, Sony has announced. The console will be available in two versions starting at $499 (394 euros). Sony revealed the launch details in Los Angeles ahead of this week's games expo E3. The PS3 is the successor to the best-selling PlayStation 2 and will compete with Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii. The machines make up the next wave of video gaming. The Xbox 360 is already available, while the Wii is due out later this year. The three console makers are competing for the hearts and minds of gamers in an industry worth more than $25bn annually. November date Sony currently dominates in the home, having sold more than 100 million PlayStation 2s, so it has much riding on the new console. It had originally planned to launch the system in the spring, but was forced to delay due to issues with its new Blu-ray DVD drive. PlayStation 3 controller The new controller has a tilt sensor "We are not about cutting corners to rush a product to market," said the head of Sony game unit in the US, Kaz Hirai, at the company's pre-E3 news conference. "The next generation doesn't start until we say it does. Today the PlayStation 3 is real." Gamers have been eagerly waiting to hear more about the system and its price in order to decide whether to wait for the PS3 or shell out on an Xbox 360 now. The PS3 sports a new processor called Cell which promises significant computing prowess, online connectivity and high definition graphics. Japanese gamers will be the first to get their hands on the PS3 on 11 November. The console will arrive in the US and Europe on 17 November. Sony also revealed the price of the console, which comes in two models. The system with a 20GB hard drive will cost $499 in the US, while a model with a 60GB will cost $599. Exact pricing in the UK is unclear but at current exchange rates the basic model would be around £330. Motion sensitive The system will come with a new controller. Sony has abandoned last year's boomerang-shaped prototype and reverted to a design similar to the current model for the PlayStation 2. Heavenly Sword screenshot The Heavenly Sword demo was impressive One key difference is the inclusion of a motion sensor in the wireless Bluetooth controller. In a demonstration, a virtual duck was made to jump out of the water by moving the controller upwards. Sony is following in the footsteps of Nintendo, which has opted for a one-handed motion sensitive controller for its Wii console. In order to satisfy gamers wanting a PS3 for Christmas, Sony said it planned to have two million units available at launch worldwide, with a further two million by the end of the year. When Microsoft launched its Xbox 360 last November, many gamers were left frustrated by supply shortages. The software giant has since ramped up production and has sold more than three million units, giving it a valuable head start. Sony will also face competition from Nintendo's new machine, expected out later this year. In the game The exact list of games available for the PS3 at launch is still unclear. At its E3 news conference, Sony showed off playable demos of a number of titles. These included a ninja fighting title called Heavenly Sword, an intense first-person shooter called Resistance: Fall of Man and an interactive monster card game called Eye of Judgement. Game enthusiasts will get a chance to try out the games on the show floor once E3 opens its doors on Wednesday. The expo is the annual showcase for the games industry, with more than 400 companies from 90 countries taking part.

Blaine fails in water record bid David Blaine after his record-breaking attempt David Blaine was pulled from the sphere after seven days Illusionist David Blaine has failed in his bid to break the world record for holding his breath under water, while simultaneously escaping heavy chains. Divers pulled him from his water-filled sphere after he began struggling two minutes short of his nine-minute goal. Blaine spent seven days under water in New York receiving food and air through tubes. Crowds of spectators and millions of TV viewers saw him rescued. Appearing shaken and weak, he thanked his supporters and left for hospital. "This was a very difficult week but you all made it fly by with your strong spirit, your energy. Thank you so much everybody," Blaine told a cheering crowd in Lincoln Square. David Blaine's record-breaking attempt Blaine managed to hold his breath underwater for seven minutes The current world record for holding breath under water stands at eight minutes and 58 seconds. Blaine spent seven minutes and eight seconds holding his breath before being rescued. He appeared to have freed himself from chains attached to his hands but was struggling to free his feet when the divers entered the tank and pulled him out. Before the record attempt, Blaine spent a week in the tank, receiving medical treatment over the weekend. Blaine's spokesman Pat Smith said his peeling skin and overall condition were worrying doctors. 'Considerable concern' "They're worried about loss of dexterity," Mr Smith said. "There is considerable concern about both his hands and his muscle tone." In order to receive medical attention, Blaine stuck his hand out of a hole at the top of a tank, allowing doctors to remove specially created gloves, apply lotion and put on new gloves. Murat Gunel, Blaine's doctor, had advised against performing the escape. David Blaine after his record-breaking attempt Blaine's peeling skin and overall condition were worrying doctors Before embarking on the stunt, the 33-year-old US showman shed 50lbs (23kg) in body weight to improve the efficiency of the way his body uses oxygen. Prolonged submersion in water poses a number of hazards, including nerve damage, blackouts, sleep deprivation and skin problems. Blaine had said his skin was causing him pain "like constant pins and needles" after five days in the acrylic sphere. A lack of adequate oxygen, especially after seven days underwater, also carries a risk of irreversible brain injury, according to medical experts. Blaine's previous stunts have included spending 61 hours inside a block of ice and fasting for 44 days in a Perspex box over London's River Thames.

Hardly, he's nearly 21.

"To be fair, we've never heard of the lad"

Themags tells me that he uses this "optical illusion" too.

As much as i adore Star Wars, I'm with Gemmill on this one, Lucas is taking the piss !

Yep, you probably are.

Fowler? 133490[/snapback] Fowler's in form and experienced, I would pick him ahead of Walcott and Crouch.

That move to Chelsea was really a good move for his career wasn't it !

and Jermain Defoe, and Darren Bent, and Ledley King, and Robbie Fowler. what a fucking joke ! Theo Walcott for fuck sake !!

Creed - My Sacrifice

What album is that off? 132852[/snapback] From the Soundtrack from the Movie: Singles. its a brilliant soundtrack featuring some of Seattle's finest. Mudhoney Soundgarden Pearl Jam Alice In Chains Mother Love Bone

More than likely, Bobby wanted Carrick but got his name wrong !

Player of the Year Shay Given Most Imporoved Player Titus Bramble Young Player of the Year Charles N'Zogbia Goal of the Season N'Zogbia Vs Fulham Highlight of the Season Signing Owen Low point of the Season Owen injury Funniest Incident/Comment this Season dropping my remote control in my beer. Board's Performance (out of 10) 3/10, took too long in sacking souness. Which Premiership Ground has the worst atmosphere? Don't Know How do you feel compared to last season a: Less Happy b: Happier c: The Same B What made you smile this season? Souness getting sacked What made you angry this season? No top drawer manager Who would be the last Newcastle player you'd sell? Shay Given Who should we buy in the summer (realistically)? Van Nistelrooy, David Suazo Unsung hero at the club? Titus Bramble Would you (ideally) like to see Alan Shearer become manager of Newcastle one day? Mo Souness' performance (out of 10) 0 Roeder's performance (out of 10) 9 Was it good for NUFC that Alan Shearer stayed on another season as a player? No, one season too many for me. Where would you lay the blame for this season's (pre-Roeder) fiasco? a: Souness b: The Board c: Both C Is Roeder the right man for the Newcastle job, regardless of who he has working alongside of him? No. If Glenn Roeder is part of the management team, is it vital he has someone experienced working alongside, regardless of whether it's over him or below him? No Do you think Michael Owen will be a Newcastle player next season? Yes Should Newcastle keep James Milner? No, cash in on him. When Craig Bellamy left Newcastle did you think it was best for the club? No Looking back now, was it the right decision? No Should Newcastle try and sign Craig Bellamy again? No, time to move on. Next season do you expect Newcastle United to be competing for a: The Title b: Top 4 c: Top 6 d: Top 10 D Are you pleased Sunderland were relegated and humiliated? No, derby matches are important for bragging rights.

I hate that smug prick.

Boro field 11 Englishmen, ...a canny few of them native Smoggies And most of them are related

There will be some shit flying around after this !

you could have at least photographed the event !

In some parts thats considered normal behaviour !

Monroe as in the actress or the transfer ?

Exactly how many original UEFA Cup shirts have you seen close upto make you such a fucking expert then Crimson ? 132622[/snapback] My dad is Titus Bramble, so quite a few. 132639[/snapback] Really ? that explains everything !

Exactly how many original UEFA Cup shirts have you seen close upto make you such a fucking expert then Crimson ?

Blaine to get medical treatment Blaine has special gloves to try and soothe the skin on his hands Illusionist David Blaine, who is spending seven-days submerged in a water-filled sphere, is to receive medical treatment. Blaine's spokesman Pat Smith said the 33-year-old's peeling skin and overall condition was worrying doctors. But he added Blaine was "determined" to complete the "human aquarium" stunt at Lincoln Center in New York. A mask and an air line are keeping Blaine alive, and he is also getting liquid nutrition fed via a tube. World record But prolonged submersion in water poses a number of hazards, including nerve damage, blackouts, sleep deprivation and skin problems. Blaine has said his skin is causing him pain "like constant pins and needles" after five days in the acrylic sphere. Mr Smith said: "Doctors are concerned that he's weakening. They are going to work with him through the weekend, trying to stabilize both his diet and his training regimen. "His skin is peeling very badly on his hands. Those are our biggest concerns right now." Blaine will end his challenge on Monday with an attempt to break the world record for holding breath under water, which currently stands at eight minutes, 58 seconds. He has said for the record attempt he would come out of the sphere to be handcuffed, wrapped in 150lb (68kg) of metal chains and dropped back inside. Blaine has undergone intensive training for the challenge, shedding 50lbs (23kg) in body weight since January to improve the efficiency with which his body uses oxygen.

If anyone is tempted by the Jalfrezi, don't bother ! Arse scrapings of the devil !

I've played the original Singstar, great for playing when you are pissed.