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Brandon Hill (Blog) - July 20, 2006 11:27 PM
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Asustek threatens legal action over incorrect reports on PS3 developments

On July 19th, DigiTimes picked up on news that Asustek had commenced shipments of Sony's PlayStation 3 console. DigiTimes cited Apple Daily and the Commercial Times; both Chinese-language publications. According to those reports, Asustek had begun shipping the units in early July and the beginning allotment was supposed to total 4 million units. According to the report, Foxconn Electronics was also due to lend a hand with PS3 production after Asustek depleted its initial batch of shipments.

Asustek wasn't too happy about these reports and is threatening legal action against media outlets. From DigiTimes:

Asustek Computer yesterday issued a stern warning to Taiwan's media about reports that it had begun shipments of PlayStation 3 game consoles to Sony. While declining to comment on the reports, Asustek warned of legal action against media for any incorrect reports that jeopardize its relationships with clients, according to a company statement posted on the Taiwan Stock Exchange's website.

It's not uncommon for hardware manufacturers to go after news outlets for reporting on behind the scenes operations. Asustek has a lot on the line with the launch of the PS3 so they are being extra vigilant when it comes to its role as to not tick off Sony or its suppliers. The highly anticipated console will be entering a ripe next-generation market with the already entrenched XBOX 360 and media-darling Nintendo Wii.

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is that thing the biggest, ugliest console ever?
By ElFenix on 7/20/2006 11:46:26 PM , Rating: 5
it looks bigger than my receiver.

what with the quality problems Asus has been having with their core business lately (motherboards), sony's track record of launching hardware that needs a few revisions before it is finally defect-free, and the launch of a pretty much completely new drive and format, there is no way i'm touching a PS3 for a couple of years. i hope they have a good contract with a commercial recycler for all the PS3s that get shipped back under warranty.




By tuteja1986 on 7/21/2006 12:31:10 AM , Rating: 2
Well , they couldn't fit all the parts in the current casing so they have an external 400W PSU so remember that you are going to have a bigger power block than the xbox 360 has.


By Clauzii on 7/21/2006 7:52:19 AM , Rating: 1
You don't have a PowerBlock on PS3 - It's feeded directly, with an internal PS - Thank You SONY, keep making good stuff..


By ChronoReverse on 7/21/2006 10:22:47 AM , Rating: 2
Hmmm. I'd hold that thought for a bit longer. It's only rumours at this point. But keeping it internal might turn around and bite Sony.


By Clauzii on 7/23/2006 4:53:59 PM , Rating: 2
On ALL pictures of the PS3 I see here in DK (mostly IGN stuff) it is an 3 Pin Euro-connector :)

And with a consumption about 150 watt a little PSU can do the job. You can get REALLY small PSUs today :)


By Tiamat on 7/21/2006 1:10:09 AM , Rating: 2
Just wait for the PSThree :p


By raisinbrainMMM on 7/21/2006 1:25:38 AM , Rating: 2
Remember that Ken Kutaragi (holding the PS3 in that picture) is a tiny person. It isn't as big as it looks in his hands, at least.


By killerroach on 7/21/2006 1:57:17 AM , Rating: 3
Yeah, not to mention his head appears to be tilted back, throwing off perspective further. My best guess is it's comparable in size to the 360, but that's only a guess. Anybody got a picture from E3 of the console with the controller in front of it? That would be a FAR better judge of size.


By shadowzz on 7/21/2006 2:16:06 AM , Rating: 5
By Xenoid on 7/21/2006 2:38:00 AM , Rating: 2
He is a lot stronger than he looks.


By RunLikeHell on 7/21/2006 2:39:54 AM , Rating: 2
LOL


By hwhacker on 7/21/2006 3:43:58 AM , Rating: 2
It's big, but considering wireless controllers are now the norm, does it really matter anymore? Hide it on a shelf, plug the cords in through a hole in the back of an entertainment center or something.

As for Asustek freaking balls...I understand their plight of not wanting to look like they can't keep things under wraps and handle business professionally...but seriously...Why would Sony want to hide the first good news we've heard about the PS3 in a long-ass while? If it's true, the spec is complete, they fit the innards in the box somehow, and are on their way to meeting production needs...FINALLY.

Would Sony rather us thinking something different? I don't think they'd hate on Asus for leaking some semi-good news.


By Houdani on 7/21/2006 11:08:09 AM , Rating: 2
I would suspect that Asustek has not begun shipments, and so they don't want rumors stating that they have begun. Why? Because when they actually do start shipping, they will look late because everybody thought they were already shipping.


By slunkius on 7/21/2006 3:47:30 AM , Rating: 2
omg, picture of the week easily


By 05SilverGT on 7/21/2006 9:13:19 AM , Rating: 2
I can't wait to cook my burgers on it while I pay a game at the same time!


By Clauzii on 7/23/2006 4:55:39 PM , Rating: 2
It probably won't have a heat problem...


By One43637 on 7/21/2006 4:47:28 PM , Rating: 2
quote:
by killerroach on July 21, 2006 at 1:57 AM

Yeah, not to mention his head appears to be tilted back, throwing off perspective further. My best guess is it's comparable in size to the 360, but that's only a guess. Anybody got a picture from E3 of the console with the controller in front of it? That would be a FAR better judge of size.


http://flickr.com/photos/one43637/15629517/

one of the pictures i had at E3 last year of the PS3.


By randomlinh on 7/21/2006 6:34:50 AM , Rating: 2
aren't the dimensions pretty much on par w/ the original xbox?


By Trogdor on 7/21/2006 10:16:27 AM , Rating: 1
Yeah, as of the most current dimensions, it is slightly larger than the original Xbox....


By delta53 on 7/21/2006 3:20:33 PM , Rating: 2
oh, I thought we were talking about Ken....lol


By Clauzii on 7/21/2006 8:09:43 AM , Rating: 2
Do anyone in here have eyes in their heads???

It is about 12-14 inches wide (little more than two drives side-by-side). Around 1.5 times CD cover Deep, and around 4" high - There Yopu go. Nice little box :)


By Clauzii on 7/21/2006 8:10:33 AM , Rating: 2
Yopu=You :)


By FITCamaro on 7/21/2006 9:18:17 AM , Rating: 2
quote:
what with the quality problems Asus has been having with their core business lately (motherboards),


You should see what actually dealing with them is like. Pain in the butt. We have to at work.


By Fanboys Fear on 7/21/2006 8:27:56 AM , Rating: 2
quote:
Nevermind. Theres no point with arguing with you anti-ps3/sony people. I know your all paid off. Enjoy your free xbox 360's.


So you actually believe that every single person who doesn't like Sony has been given a free XBox 360?

Dude, seriously that is beyond a joke. That is not fanboyism. That is evidence of severe paranoid tendencies on your part and a very loose grip on reality.

Please, please seek medical help before this goes too far. Forget about the PS3 and the XBox 360 - they are only toys. It doesn't really matter which one sells more units. Your mental health and the safety of people around you is much more important.

I think it is only a matter of time before you hurt somebody based on their brand preference. If you haven't already.


By UsernameX on 7/21/2006 10:15:57 AM , Rating: 3
quote:
And now that Asus is making the PS3 magicaly they suck too and have had all these bad motherboards? WTF!? when did this happen, from reading the mobo forum I do not see a great number more problems with ASUS mobo's then others, and they are probably one of the more popular brands.


Seriously!! Thank you for putting this into perspective. Someone will always find a minute detail of why PS3 will suck and how the other systems are as good as it's going to get. Lets all kick back for a while, wait for the PS3 to actually get into the hands of the public, and then see what happens. Haven't you always heard "Don't judge a book by it's cover?"


By rushfan2006 on 7/21/2006 11:17:53 AM , Rating: 2
Dude where have you been? This forum and I'd say most forums on the 'net in general are less about substance and true healthy debate these days and more about blind fanaticism and mud slinging....live in the now. This isn't new to this topic..its been the fact and way of life on the 'net for years.

Trust me I get caught up in it sometimes, because there is stupid and then their are the rare cases where well "I just gotta say something" because the logic and stupidity of some views just can't go unanswered.

As for my view on PS3 -- don't really care about the system, its too expensive all "but it is a blu-ray drive too" excuses aside...its just too expensive. I don't have desire for an Xbox 360 either -- again too expensive. I'm not a big console fan, I rather invest in upgrades for my pc or save for a new pc than buy consoles. However, after some time goes by (or I come across a SWEET deal) I may buy a 360 or PS3....to me everyone gets the arguments wrong...its really just about the games. No matter how you slice it -- fan boys of brand names or whatever...the product with the games that intrigue you is the justification to get that console. However, it has to be a reasonable price...to me $600 for a console isn't reasonable.

So if that's "hate" on the PS3 -- I don't really care. I'll tell you what it really is though....me being honest.





By IMPoor on 7/21/2006 11:25:56 AM , Rating: 2
Relax dude, stupid people have stupid opinions. But they are entitled to those stupid opinions. I like Sony products. They are usually more expensive but I have had good luck with every type of sony product I have bought in the past. I also like microsoft and their products. I purposely held off on buying a 360 becasue I wanted to wait until both systems where available and real reviews, not speculation, had been written. Look the price/hardware ratio is good but its still $600 plus tax, a game and a extra controller = $700 or more. Thats expensive. I am not saying the 360 is not expensive but it is a couple hundred cheaper. If you are not a little kid or a diehard gamer I would hole off on both until the beginning to mid 2007 to see which one ends up being better.

My stupid opinion: Wii is lame!


By EODetroit on 7/21/2006 10:23:21 AM , Rating: 2
I hate Sony because of how they totally f*cked up Verant's Everquest after they bought them out. In fact they did such a bad job I will never buy another Sony product again, even if they are from totally different product divisions. I don't even buy floppy disk drives from Sony for the computers I build at work, I pay Newegg an extra buck and get a Mitsumi or some crap instead.

F Sony.


By AppaYipYip on 7/21/2006 7:56:24 AM , Rating: 4
Asus is still the top motherboard manufacturer.

As for daily tech being late, yes, they almost always are.

The PS3 is a joke, and anyone who buys it should be punched in the face for paying $600+ for a video game console.

Nintendo Wii will rule them all!


By Clauzii on 7/21/2006 8:13:36 AM , Rating: 2
It will NOT be 600+: It's 499 and 599. Period.

You'll need A LOT Wii(d!) to get the same power as PS3. Sorry You ;)


By yacoub on 7/21/2006 8:37:23 AM , Rating: 1
"$599. Period."

Ever heard of tax?
How about games? Or are you just looking for an expensive bookend?


By Houdani on 7/21/2006 11:19:00 AM , Rating: 2
...and extra controllers, memory cards, remotes, accessories -- not to mention some places may only carry bundles [console + game(s) + accessories] for a while, et al.


By Clauzii on 7/24/2006 5:48:58 AM , Rating: 2
This is needede for all consoles, so nothing special here.


By UsernameX on 7/21/2006 10:22:30 AM , Rating: 2
quote:
Way to go, punch everyone who decides to buy a PS3.


hahahah, man... I couldn't laugh more at the post you replied to Kyp275


By rushfan2006 on 7/21/2006 11:27:29 AM , Rating: 2
Why do I feel like I'm stepping in troll dung....oh well, I'll bite its a Friday after all....

Um...yeah that's a very mature thing to punch everyone in the face for a purchase decision , needless to say with their own money that they (hopefully anyway) earned legally. ;)

I agree personally I think its silly to spend $600 on a console. But then who am I to judge...I have a $2000 computer setup in my home office, I'm sure some folks would roll their eyes at that.

Its normal human nature to do our little smirks, and under the breath comments when *we* feel folks are "foolishly" throwing money away....but hey as long as they aren't scamming someone, doing something to harm someone, taking from ME or anything illegal with their money -- its not really my beef or right to judge them.

Oh and btw...my brother is thinking about buying a ps3 -- punch him I dare you...(he's 6 '3, 205 pure muscle, gym junkie and a 4th degree blackbelt...lol)

;)

To each thier own....now let me go drool over my next $1000 upgrade to my PC...lol.


By Clauzii on 7/23/2006 4:49:10 PM , Rating: 2
I liked Your last line a lot :)


By GoatMonkey on 7/21/2006 8:29:14 AM , Rating: 4
Can anyone post links to specifics here? Several people are talking about Asus quality problems that I have not heard about. Is that maybe just their personal experiences?


By Loc13 on 7/21/2006 9:03:25 AM , Rating: 2
i would like to see those news as well. I tried googling it can't find any.


By Korvon on 7/21/2006 11:11:42 AM , Rating: 2
Worked in a tech shop for year. Asus wasnt my favorite but for a while they were having several flaky issues mostly with ram compatibility, they have gotten better over recent months. Asus isnt my favorite but not Nearly as bad as A$$Rock or GigaSchite.


By seamonkey79 on 7/21/2006 11:12:55 AM , Rating: 2
I can't say anything for finding news, but I've got four dead Asus boards (purchased by others) in my basement that died while boards that have been purchased (by me) buring the same time periods from Abit, DFI, Biostar, Gigabyte, and MSI, are still alive and kicking... and I overclock the heck out of everything... those Asus boards came out of machines that if the person ever went into the BIOS, I'd get a panicked call about how they broke their computer and couldn't get it to work anymore...


By drebo on 7/21/2006 12:13:47 PM , Rating: 2
ASUS can't be held responsible for what morons do with their computers.

Over the past eight months or so, I've used probably 95% ASUS boards in my system builds(well over 150). I've had ONE DOA board. It had a bad RAM socket. One, out of probably 140. And you know how easy it was to get it replaced? I had the new one in less than a week.

I've used all kinds of boards from ASUS in my builds from the P4P800 to the A8N-VM CSM to the A8V to the M2N-SLI Deluxe and the M2N32-SLI Deluxe and not had any real problems aside from that one. Some of them were funky to set up(the P5LD2 comes to mind), but they all worked.

In general, I'm reticent to use anyone BUT ASUS in my builds. I've used all kinds of RAM from OCZ value ram to Crucial to Ballistix to Corsair XMS2 and Kingston(can't think of a reason to use any other manufacturer), and not had any issues with RAM compatability. Of course, it's the bandwagon thing to do to complain now.


By Motley on 7/21/2006 12:56:04 PM , Rating: 2
They aren't denying it, that's true. They are just saying that if a fake story is published that hurts their client relationship they are going to sue.

Considering this story (Whether fake or not) wouldn't hurt their relationship with Sony, you can't tell one way or the other if it's true or not.


By Clauzii on 7/23/2006 5:06:29 PM , Rating: 2
I hope You mean "Tons" - else we only get 200 PS3s... ;)


By androticus on 7/22/2006 4:04:07 AM , Rating: 2
I recently built a bunch of Core Duo boxes using the ASUS mobo for that chip, and hadn't realized before ordering they were TOTALLY FLAWED -- stupid me only discovered later that users all over were unable to use 2 DIMMS (necessary for full memory bandwidth) and a PCI-E video card -- the system randomly locks up. No BIOS update fixes it -- despite about 12 or more people having this issue on ASUS's OWN FRIGGIN WEBSITE the ASUS tech I dealt with had "no reports" of this issue, and "couldn't reproduce it" on his rig. So therefore the ASUS rules forbid him to try to raise the issue with Taiwan. He welcomed me to ship him my rig. Yeah, right! (Fortunately, my application doesn't require the boxes to use PCI cards, but my headnode could have used it, and I bought one, but had to revert to the crappy built-in Intel graphics.) TOTAL DENIAL by Asus of a problem widely reported on various websites, especially THEIR OWN which they don't seem to even friggin read. And the issue happened to all manner of combos (I was using a high end power supply, and high-end XMS 2 memory, so it definitely wasn't crappy components.) I used to always use ASUS mobos, but now I am really p'oed with them...


Daily Tech , arr a day old ;(
By tuteja1986 on 7/20/2006 11:42:34 PM , Rating: 2
Anyways , i Hear rumor that final Specification for Cell processor used in PS3 is a 2.8Ghz as they couldn’t get the required yields.




RE: Daily Tech , arr a day old ;(
By ElJefe69 on 7/20/06, Rating: 0
RE: Daily Tech , arr a day old ;(
By Clauzii on 7/23/2006 4:51:25 PM , Rating: 2
Someone will overclock anyway ;)


And the crime is....?
By RyanHirst on 7/23/2006 2:05:37 PM , Rating: 2
So. Digitimes:
1) read news reports and
2) translate the reports into English

This may be inside information. Fine. That's the problem of the news sources that released it in the first place.

Digitimes stands accused of... being able to read Chinese?

Um. Okay.

P.S. AltaVista better watch out because people might be able to find those news reports and have them translated into other languages, thereby providing the same OBVIOUSLY ILLEGAL service as digitimes. Grin.




RE: And the crime is....?
By RyanHirst on 7/23/2006 2:11:03 PM , Rating: 2
It would be great to have a court decision that AltaVista Babelfish translations are incomprehensible. That would make my day.

"Did you or did you not permit the translation of trade secrets? Answer the question!"
"While we have the utmost respect for Mr. Prosecutor's righteous indignation, I think it is clear from these examples [defense submits items of evidence numbers 1 - 1,473], that we provide no such service."


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