129w ago - Today Gamerzines.com (linked above) reports that the
Sony BRAVIA KDL-22PX300 TV which includes a built-in PS2 has arrived in the UK- pretty neat for those without a PlayStation 2.
Below are the specifications, and to quote: "Sony's 22" TV, which retails at £199, features a PS2 console integrated directly into the stand, letting you play PS2 games and watch DVDs without the need for a separate console.
The 720p TV also includes BRAVIA Internet Video Access, allowing you access to streaming services like YouTube and on-demand television, plus four HDMI inputs."
Sony BRAVIA KDL-22PX300 PS2 Combo 22" LCD with Bravia Internet Video and Ready for Wi-Fi Specifications:
• HD Ready: Enjoy your TV shows and movies with the detail and quality of high definition.
• TV combo consisting of a TV and a PS2.
• BRAVIA Internet Video: A new way of watching television, can easily see the programs of the service a la carte TV, or streaming audiovisual content on-line sites like YouTube without a PC.
• Prepared for Wi-Fi with USB adapter.
• HD TV tuner integrated MPEG-4 AVC: forget the set and access to TV services including HD channels with the tuner DVB-T and DVB-C tuner with a decoder. MPEG4 AVC (depending on country and with supported operators only).
• BRAVIA ENGINE 3: see pictures with breathtaking detail, contrast and optimal color tones more realistic than ever.
• Audio Output 10W (5W x 2).
• Ambient Sensor: let the TV automatically detects the brightness and color temperature of the ambient room lighting and optimize the image quality to always enjoy comfortable viewing images.
• XrossMediaBar: get the most out of your BRAVIA using the award winning XrossMediaBar intuitive menu to explore the TV functions, configure the settings and play content from connected devices.
• HDMI: four inputs (two rear, two on the side).
• USB Media Player plug a USB device and enjoy movies (MPEG4, AVCHD, DivX), photos (JPEG, RAW) and music (MP3) on TV.
• USB 2.0 (one side) and USB 1.1 (two in the base).
No wonder the PS3 doesn't have PS2 BC as they want to make as much money and sell more consoles.