PS3 still on track for 2006 launch

Posted on February 21st, 2006 by PS3Vault

Despite rumors of possible delay of PS3 launch in U.S, Sony has recently made a statement in a response to article ran by Merill Lynch of Japan stating possible delay. Sony Computer Entertainment assured that the console is scheduled to launch around spring time in Japan and in the fall for U.S. However, Sony also admitted that some of the specifications of the console have yet to be finalized for production, and if the finalization is delayed for reasons, scheduled launch could be pushed back.

SCE’s comments are in response to a recent report from Merrill Lynch Japan. According to Reuters, a Merrill Lynch analyst claimed in a report dated the 16th that many hardware and software companies have mentioned a possible delay for the PS3 to some time between fall and the end of the year. As reasons for the delay, the report mentioned a holdup in production of the system’s video chip, problems with heat generation from the PS3 hardware and incomplete software content. However, the report also noted that Sony hadn’t issued an official statement on the matter, and that Merrill Lynch would continue with the assumption of a Japanese release by May 31, the last official day of spring 2006.

A Sony public relations representative didn’t specifically deny the report, stating to Reuters, “We cannot comment on analyst reports. At the present, we’re aiming for a spring 2006 launch, just as planned.” Reuters points out that Sony’s comments did not specify a territory.

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