The Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) is the third release in the PlayStation series, and undoubtedly the best. The PS3 launches a new platform for personal and online gaming in the seventh generation.

Cased in a smooth, curved black body, the PS3 comes with a range of amazing features that set it apart from other games consoles. Amongst these include online capabilities, which can be accessed via a free PlayStation Network account. Through this account you are able to compete with people from around the world on your favourite games, as well as being able to access online content for your games or to download a game in it’s entirety. The PS3 can connect to your home broadband via an in-built wireless card and also hosts an internet browser that allows you to search the web on your television from the comfort of your armchair. In addition to this, the PS3 supports a range of apps that can be accessed directly via your console, including LoveFilm for access to a range of films and television shows, YouTube, BBC iPlayer and much more.

The PS3 also works as a Blu-Ray player as well as supporting music and other video formats. The USB ports allow you to connect an external hard drive that will enable you to access media content as well as serving as a portal for charging your PS3 controllers.

There is a massive selection of games available for the PS3 and the launch of the motion sensor-based “PlayStation Move” software opens up an even more innovative method of gaming.

The PlayStation 3 is a great console that can provide you with a plethora of multimedia and interactive services.