source:
http://www.ultimateps3.fr/news-ps3-2493-exclusive-ups3-ps3-slim-pictures-are-fake.html
http://www.n4g.com/industrynews/News-336033.aspx
"The "stolen" pictures of a supposed PS3 Slim have been seen all around the world, you've seen them on Ultimate PS3. After we received threats following the publication of these pics, our staff has investigated and reveals the trickery. Read all the details in this exclusive news, as we've interviewed one of the creators of this fake PS3 Slim."
i think the ps3 sales will be as usual as before or in long run in declining trends
just one thing, why people , especially ps3 fans/user trusting so soon , with this kind of ps3 slim news, when logically looking with current sony financial situation and more difficult their mainboard design compare to xbox 360, ps3 slim is still long way, compare to xbox 360 slim rumors