Sony Unveils PlayStation 4 w/ DualShock 4 Controller

Sony has officially announced the next generation PlayStation 4 console at E3. It's matte black and angular. The new design is reminiscent of the PlayStation 2's. On the front, you'll see the slot for the Blu-ray drive and two USB 3.0 ports within a slit that runs across the side. On the back are the ventilation slots, which also houses the connectivity ports, which include Ethernet, HDMI-out, optical out, aux port for accessories and power port. As with previous generation models, the PS4 can be made to stand vertically but relies on a stand to stay upright.

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Sony revealed also that the PS4 will be released in the US and Europe for $399 and €399, respectively. The console will come with a single DualShock 4 controller and a second controller will set you back by $59, as will the PlayStation Camera accessory. Sony did not reveal the exact date but mentioned that the PS4 will be available during the holiday season. In comparison, the Xbox One will cost $499 (but comes with the Kinect 2 sensor) and will be available in November.