173w ago - According to MoodieReport.com (linked above), the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) now offers PlayStation 3 game kiosks to visitors providing free public PS3 access to all.

This means of course that while waiting for flights, passengers will be able to entertain themselves on any one of the 14 PS3 consoles available!

To quote: "Implemented in partnership with Sony Computer Entertainment Hong Kong, the developer of PlayStation 3, the PS3 Game Poles comprise a total of 14 units of PlayStation 3.

Stationed at various spots, including areas near the boarding gates at Terminal 1 and the Coach Station at Terminal 2, these PS3 Game Poles allow travellers to enjoy themselves while waiting for flights."

174w ago - A PS3 owner has revealed to Gizmodo (linked above) that his Sony PlayStation 3 console became a little burnt after plugging in a Psychlone HDMI cable.

The big fry up ended after around 10 seconds once the cord had eventually melted off, however, it still caused quite a bit of damage.

To quote: "He had his PS3 plugged into an electrical source although it wasn't running any games at the time of this. He plugged in his Psyclone HDMI cable from his Samsung 32-inch flatpanel TV to the PS3 when the sparks started flying.

A flame actually shot up out of the PS3, and sparks were firing out of both ends where the HDMI cable met with the ports. The mess ended in 10 seconds when the cord melted off. Pictures included.

We cannot figure out why/how this occurred. No breakers were tripped, no damage or discoloration to any wall outlets or other power sources. Only the HDMI ports."

175w ago - PlayStation Home Online Community Specialist Locust_Star has shared a video highlighting the latest additions to Sony's PS Home today, which include a waterfall terrace personal space, NCAA football jerseys and more!

To quote: We here on the PlayStation Home team are dutifully working away on our New Year's resolution, which is to continually offer more and more awesome stuff to you, the loyal PlayStation Home community, all throughout 2010.

And to start, we're releasing one of the coolest personal spaces to ever appear on the platform - the Waterfall Terrace.

This gorgeous abode, carved from the belly of an enormous tree, sits atop a massive waterfall, overlooking a truly breathtaking vista where you can enjoy an eternal sunset all while entertaining your friends with the space's built-in fishing game.

Cast out into your private lagoon and then try to reel in the big one. The better your lure, the better your chances of landing a lunker (hint: your lures upgrade as you progress throughout the game). Your best catches are automatically mounted on the wall of your apartment as testament to your angling prowess.

Display your achievements in this expansive pad, which gives plenty of room to party and plenty of space to customize (special Waterfall Terrace...

177w ago - Now that Christmas Day is behind us for another year, GameStop has began a 2-day "buy 2, get 1 free" sale on used video games.

The offer is only good this weekend, December 26 through December 27, 2009 and is available both in store and online with free shipping!

To quote from GamerDeals.net (linked above):

• Click here: http://www.gamestop.com
• Add 3 or more used games or accessories to your cart
• Enter code B2G1FREE in the promotion box
• Enter code SAVER for free shipping

Terms: Buy any 2 used games or accessories, get one free. Offer valid in stores and online from December 26-27, 2009. Discount applied to lowest cost game. Free used item must be of equal or lesser value. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Online shoppers, add 3 or more used games or accessories to your cart, enter the code B2G1FREE in the promotion box and click activate. Your discount will be applied at checkout. Store customers, see associate for details. No dealers.

178w ago - SCEA Product Marketing Manager Jefferson Dong has announced details on The Heavy Rain Chronicles today, and mentioned that those who pre-order Heavy Rain for PS3 from select retailers will also get the first episode of The Heavy Rain Chronicles!

To quote: I have some great news for those of you anxiously awaiting the release of Heavy Rain. Get ready to place your pre-orders for this PS3 exclusive title because we've got something special for you.

When you pre-order your copy of Heavy Rain at participating retailers, you will receive the first episode of The Heavy Rain Chronicles (valued at $4.99 each episode) titled, "Heavy Rain: Chronicle One - The Taxidermist," which will be available (only to those who pre-order) when Heavy Rain hits store shelves. The Heavy Rain pre-order program begins TODAY!

What exactly are The Heavy Rain Chronicles? Each Chronicle will offer unique, stand-alone, playable short stories featuring one of Heavy Rain's main characters, and a storyline taking place either before or after Heavy Rain's original narrative. Similar to Heavy Rain, each episode will offer a unique journey and different outcomes based on the players' decisions and actions.

Heavy Rain: Chronicle One - The Taxidermist will feature investigative journalist Madison...