Prediction: PS3 Slim will sell mostly to existing PS3 owners

[theRepublic]

TheTruthHurts! said:

noname2200 said:

TheTruthHurts! said:

Sorry, Sorry, I am still trying to wrap my mind around the idea of members trading in (IMO) a better built, better looking, already proven reliable console for the new, cheap version, that may or may not have issues yet seen.

I don't mean to troll (or to imply that you were), but I have to agree. I'm struck by how so many people are apparently willing to trade in (and pay extra for) a well-built, fairly reliable, and pretty good-looking machine for a fairly ugly replacement. More alarmingly is the fact that the Slim is apparently the product of Sony doing damn near everything it can to reduce its manufacturing costs: while I'm not saying they cut corners with the thing, I personally would stick with my proven system and let others determine whether the new machine has any serious issues.

Just my two cents.

           I appreciate your two cents. 

           My intent was not to troll either.  I think the Slim is a great move by Sony and can/will do some great things sales wise.  I am just having a hard time with current owners trading in (and as you indicated) paying in excess to the trade in, a better quality console they already own.

           As for sales, I can see some great things happening in regards to new adopters. 

Some people just have to have the latest technology.  It's like they can't help themselves.

I'm not saying that all PS3 owners are like that, but I do know a few people who are.