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Get ready, because on November 17th you’ll have the chance to get one of the brand spanking new PS3s. Choose from the basic ($500 for a 20GB drive) or premium package ($600 for an 60GB drive with WiFi capability) and take pleasure in being one of the first to witness the power of this incredible system. The features that make it stand out include backwards compatibility, wireless Bluetooth controllers, and a Blu-ray disc drive. There will also be a wide selection of premium games available for approximately $60 to $100 a piece. This is the ideal console system to choose for teenagers. Read the full description in the PlayStation 3 Guide.

This compact handheld gaming console will be 21% lighter than the original DS and 42% smaller. Besides being smaller and lighter, it is also built to be more durable, more scratch-resistant, and brighter. Otherwise, the hardware and the games will be the same, as will the clamshell design, two LCD screens, and touch screen capability. Wireless multiplayer capability is another high point. Two limited edition models are available, the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl (a black model) and Final Fantasy III. The system will cost about $130 for the original model and slightly more for the special editions. For more information, see the guide about the Nintendo DS Lite.