New PS4 and PS3 Models Revealed by Certification Request Filed by Sony

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The PS4 has just been launched a few months ago, but Sony might already be planning to launch a new model of its new console. The manufacturer filed for the registration of two new “Computer Entertainment Systems” with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of the Republic of Indonesia.

The filing, listed on the official website of the Directorate of General Resources and Equipment of Post and Information Technology, bears the model number CUH-1106A. This seems to indicate an evolution of the console, but not a radical redesign like the passage from the PS3 slim to the super slim, for instance, which is normally indicated by an incremental change of the first number of the code (the slim was launched with the model number CECH-2001A, while the super slim started with CECH-4001A).

Currently the Asian version of the PS4 has the code CUH-1006A. The incremental change of the second digit to CUH-1106A seems to indicate an evolution akin to the passage from the first model of the PS3 slim equipped with a 65nm RSX graphics chip (CECH-2001A) to the second model eqiopped with a 40nm one (CECH-2101A).

The number also seems to exclude a simple evolution in the size of the hard disk, as that would be indicated by the change of the letter at the end of the code (CUH-1006A would become CUH-1006B).
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http://www.dualshockers.com/2014/05...outed-by-certification-request-filed-by-sony/
 
This is interesting, I'm always very curious to see how the new models will look even if I can't upgrade for budget reasons.

However I would be very tempted to get a PS3 with a more affordable price to be just my PS+ machine since I have a decent backlog in my digital library.

As for the PS4 I would it's too soon and I don't what they can change regarding the size. Perhaps the power brick on the outside? Improved analog sticks, the end of the wobble? I have no idea. All I know is that I'm a fan of a clean minimalism setup around my space so I'm always curious to check this new models.
 
Wouldn't a new PS4 model be a PS4 with a bigger hard drive? Just guessin.
But bring on dat sexy slimer PS3.
edit: Thinking about how small that PS2 slim was. Oh my god. The PS3 will never be that small. : (
 
surely not a die shrink already? unless they launched on some crazy large process and this is a correction to a more normal one.

hmm
 
If they can get the size of a PS3 down to the slim PS2 levels, I'd consider grabbing one on the cheap. Already have the PS3 slim, and while it's an improvement, it's nothing compared to the paperback book that was the PS2 slim.
 
I can't see them topping the design of the current PS4 tbh. And it's not exactly a big console either, so for once I'm not too concerned about a new release.
 
jacksepticeye said:
To be expected for PS4 no?

PS3 redesign is surprising though
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It's pretty much the other way around. PS4 update this early is surprising but I doubt it's anything big. PS3 revision was pretty much expected now with how the news came out that they were able to shrink Cell.
 
The_Monk said:
This is interesting, I'm always very curious to see how the new models will look even if I can't upgrade for budget reasons.

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As for the PS4 I would it's too soon and I don't what they can change regarding the size. Perhaps the power brick on the outside? Improved analog sticks, the end of the wobble? I have no idea. All I know is that I'm a fan of a clean minimalism setup around my space so I'm always curious to check this new models.
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You're not thinking small enough.

An incremental change is usually internal chips, not major external features or a physical redesign of the case. This would be slightly ahead of schedule for an incremental model upgrade, but not unusually so; it's maybe a hopeful sign that they'll be able to bring the manufacturing costs of the PS4 down faster than originally anticipated, but that's about it.

Both of these new models are likely to look identical to old models both physically and in terms of packaging. Normally this type of thing is almost completely meaningless to the end-user, except in cases where a new chipset brings the end of a manufacturing defect that existed in the older production model (such as when 360's started to transition to using Jasper chips that didn't overheat easily like the original RROD models).
 
I think this time it will be just the super slim with an internal hardware revision (22nm Cell and 28nm RSX Cell like in the rumors) and a price cut. PS3 for $149 or less would great.
 
Imperfected said:
You're not thinking small enough.

An incremental change is usually internal chips, not major external features or a physical redesign of the case. This would be slightly ahead of schedule for an incremental model upgrade, but not unusually so; it's maybe a hopeful sign that they'll be able to bring the manufacturing costs of the PS4 down faster than originally anticipated, but that's about it.

Both of these new models are likely to look identical to old models both physically and in terms of packaging. Normally this type of thing is almost completely meaningless to the end-user, except in cases where a new chipset brings the end of a manufacturing defect that existed in the older production model (such as when 360's started to transition to using Jasper chips that didn't overheat easily like the original RROD models).
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Thank you for answering with some good explanation fellow GAFfer. As I stated I had no idea since I'm someone who do not follow the hardware part so I don't know what to expect. I'll be happy as long it's something good for the consumer. With the example you provided me then we can expect something like less power consumption, less heat, etc, correct?

Either way, I'm happy with my PS4 and curious about that new PS3 model but I always hope they keep improving.
 
InFamousRaiden said:
I bet the PS4 is just another unit with bigger hdd.
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Read the OP. Models with different HDD don't have a variation in the 2nd digit.

It's likely something related to the components.
Different GDDR5 chips, maybe?

Ambient80 said:
Could it maybe be a special edition? Such as, a Destiny themed console? Or perhaps something with one of their exclusive titles?
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That wouldn't require a new FCC filing with a different serial number.
 
Could it maybe be a special edition? Such as, a Destiny themed console? Or perhaps something with one of their exclusive titles?
 
Imperfected said:
You're not thinking small enough.

An incremental change is usually internal chips, not major external features or a physical redesign of the case. This would be slightly ahead of schedule for an incremental model upgrade, but not unusually so; it's maybe a hopeful sign that they'll be able to bring the manufacturing costs of the PS4 down faster than originally anticipated, but that's about it.

Both of these new models are likely to look identical to old models both physically and in terms of packaging. Normally this type of thing is almost completely meaningless to the end-user, except in cases where a new chipset brings the end of a manufacturing defect that existed in the older production model (such as when 360's started to transition to using Jasper chips that didn't overheat easily like the original RROD models).
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Yep pretty much. The Xbox 360 went through 4 revisions (die shrinks, adding a HDMI port) before moving onto the 'S' model. I remember when I picked up mine the Jasper revision was the hot topic and you could check the serial numbers to avoid the older (and hotter) Falcon model.

The OG Xbox also went through quite a few revisions (6+) and never changed it's chassis AFAIR.

Would be more likely to see a different box on the PS3 at this point than the PS4, something the size of the PS2 Slim would be neat, though not sure if they'd fit a hard drive in there so probably not possible.
 
Freeman said:
I think this time it will be just the super slim with an internal hardware revision (22nm Cell and 28nm RSX Cell like in the rumors) and a price cut. PS3 for $149 or less would great.
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if it is a big die shrink, then surely you'd revise the internals - maybe go to external PSU and tiny form factor? Or a quiet revision while they run down chassis parts, then a big update later in the year?
 
I'm curious how small they can get the PS3. I've had one of each model, and the Super Slim is both cheaper-feeling (thin retractable disc cover) and consequently louder than the previous Slim.
 
Raist said:
Read the OP. Models with different HDD don't have a variation in the 2nd digit.

It's likely something related to the components.
Different GDDR5 chips, maybe?
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I've dissed them before but for once Dualshockers actually does a good job explaining what these new models possibly entail but people are still arriving at the wrong conclusions.
 
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