PlayStation Protection Plan Revealed For PS3 And PSP

You know about retailer warranties offered when purchasing new video game consoles, and there's always the manufacturer's warranty.

But Sony is doing you one better. Today, SCEA has announced the PlayStation Protection Plan, an extended service offer that is available for the PlayStation 3 and PSP. The Plan will be implemented in the US and new owners can choose between 1 or 2-year coverages that start after the original 1-year manufacturer's warranty has expired. If you just bought the PSP, you'll also have the option of the Accidental Damage Plan, which covers you in case of a cracked screen. The prices involved in the Protection Plan for either the PS3 or the PSP encompass all shipping charges and repairs, "which are performed by PlayStation-trained service technicians using official parts at SCEA-authorized repair facilities." The pricing info is as follows:

PS3 – 1-year extension ($49.99) or 2-year extension ($59.99)
PSP – 1-year extension ($29.99) or 2-year extension ($39.99)
PSP with Accidental Damage – 1-year extension ($39.99) or 2-year extension ($49.99)

Said SCEA vice president of operations, Glenn Nash:

"The PlayStation® brand has long been synonymous with the highest quality in engineering and design, and it's because of the reliability of the PS3 and PSP systems that we can offer the PlayStation Protection Plan. We have heard from consumers that they're interested in an extended service plan that's backed directly by SCEA and leverages our technical expertise. While both the PS3 and PSP systems are designed with future-proof technology and built for long lifecycles, we're looking forward to offering this service to consumers looking for added peace of mind."

Furthermore, if you purchased your PS3 or PSP within the past year, you can sign up for the Protection Plan if you so desire. As for the Accidental Damage Plan for the Portable, that must be obtained within 30 days of buying the system. Starting this month, you can get your coverage by calling 1-866-716-7669 and for the full Terms and Conditions, visit the official page. It all starts this month.

5/3/2010 12:19:40 PM Ben Dutka

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Alienange
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 12:36:58 PM
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Does this fleecing plan have to be paid on top of the Best Buy fleecing plan?

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 12:48:32 PM

Its not a fleecing plan at the price they give. I'm sure that you would want to only have one plan. Personally I would go with the one from Sony.

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MyWorstNightmar
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:38:40 PM

I agree with Alienange. In the unlikely event that my slim will go t/u, I will simply buy a new one. Then I will have a brand new slim and not a fixed/refurbed model if they can't fix my old one.

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:40:53 PM

@worst

If you're willing to spend $300 on a replacement unit in the event of a failure, why not spend an extra $50? That way if your original one dies and you buy a new one, your original one will eventually come back from Sony with a nice new seal of approval.

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MyWorstNightmar
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:53:36 PM

Highlander, if peace of mind is what you want, fine. There is no dollar amount you can place on peace of mind, hence life insurance, health insurance, etc.

You say "If you're willing to spend $300 on a replacement unit in the event of a failure, why not spend an extra $50?". As if it is an either or thing. I am saying, I am going to keep my $50.00 and in the RARE event that my PS3 needs replacing, then I am willing to go that route. I could spend $50.00 or $60.00 and have that peace of mind that you talk about, and then after 3 years and 1 month it could die, then I have to spend $300.00 anyways, or more realistically by that time, the price will be $199.99 or $250.00 for the PS3. Oh, and I will have the new PS3 within 24 hours instead of having to wait however many weeks for the shipping, repair queue and then the return shipping. I do not have multiple PS3's like you do. =) Although I might when my sons gets a bit older.

I choose to look at by odds. Not to mention we are only talking about the PS3, but lets bring up all the other things we buy. Cell phone, car, appliances, T.V., furniture, games.

Everything you buy, they are pushing extended warranties. I just bought kitchen appliances last weekend, and they pushed service plans on everything, and I just laughed. In the event something breaks, I will either have a repair man out, or replace the darned thing.

When I was younger, I paid for a few extended warranties, and they just go unused. I have since put my foot down and said no to that kind of thing. In the long run, it all adds up, and believe me, it is a much better deal for the provider of the service then it is for the consumer, generally speaking. There are instances where it has worked out great for someone, but a vast majority of the time, it is wasted money, IMO.

Now, if Sony offers a 10 year warranty, then I might ponder it. We are only talking a 3 year protection. I have shoes older than 3 years. I think I'll take my chances. =)

Last edited by MyWorstNightmar on 5/3/2010 5:05:17 PM

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MyWorstNightmar
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:52:00 PM

Ben, although I cannot reveal my sources at this time (Google) I saw one website reporting that Sony has told them the initial press release was wrong. It is not $49.99, it is actually $44.99, so a little better for the consumer I suppose, for those that are interested in this.

Unless there is a monetary dollar amount conversion thingymajig of yen to pound to dollar that I am not taking into account or this website could be lying.

Last edited by MyWorstNightmar on 5/3/2010 5:58:46 PM

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MyWorstNightmar
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 6:16:22 PM

Ben, EDIT, I guess what I found online was right. I clicked the link you have at the bottom of the article, and if you follow it to the price, it says 44.99 for an extra year.

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godsman
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 12:43:12 PM
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When you say "After the original warranty expires", does that mean right after? or can it be a year later before we purchase this plan?

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 12:46:53 PM
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These seem like a reasonable deal to me. Its a pity I can't cover my old ps3s. I'd sign up in a nano-second. The PSP accident plan is a great idea. As for the price, anyone who's paid for an out of warranty repair will consider this a small price to pay for peace of mind.

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MyWorstNightmar
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:47:49 PM

Highlander, will Sony even offer anything past three years? (original warranty plus 2 years extended) Anything past three years, and they figure they will start losing money.

Sony knows these things don't break within the first three years (with a small statistical exception), so they will make a mint on this promotion. Treat your equipment with care, and it will last you well over 10 years.

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TheCrazyMerc
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:03:34 PM
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its so obvious to just pay for the two year warranty its just $10 dollars more. But i think this just a waste of money, if u dont want to pay for it why wont u just take care of it. ;)

Last edited by TheCrazyMerc on 5/3/2010 1:06:09 PM

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Qwarktast1c
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 7:40:43 PM

"if u dont want to pay for it why wont u just take care of it."

just because you take care of it doesn't mean it won't break or go bad. i take very good care of my ps3. i dust it regularly and whatnot.

but yet mine still died.

nothing is 100% full proof, no matter how well you take care of it.

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DeejayDeez
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:11:37 PM
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Why do this? Just get the plan from Best Buy! When the warranty is about to run out, take out your hdd and put the old one back in, then head up to Best buy and tell them the drive motor is going bad or any other number of excuses. They then have to give you the most comparable model that then have. For instance, just yesterday I took mine up and swapped out my almost 2 yr old model for the newer slim 120gb model without any problems. Oh and just buy the new warranty on the new system they give you as a replacement and blammo, a new system for $60/2yrs. Seems much better than send you ps3 off for 8 weeks to get fixed. So to all this I say, Why repair a relic when you can just get a brand new system? Best Buy Warranties for Life!

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FlyingKickPunch
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:28:49 PM

but...that's lying...:(

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:48:50 PM

Heyyyy... nice ethics you got there

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Last edited by laxpro2001 on 5/3/2010 2:49:05 PM

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DeejayDeez
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:19:55 PM

It's called using what you paid for. I pay for a warranty and I use set warranty. If people want to complain about Best Buy making a ridiculous amount of money off warranties then use them when you pay for them and stop bitching!

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BikerSaint
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:34:08 PM

WOW, you get exactly "zero" on any credibility for honesty, from me.

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:45:13 PM

Committing fraud is not a way to get what you payed for. No one is "bitching" besides you. The only thing that was said was that it is very profitable for them. Regardless if your PS3 dies during the 2 years warranty you are still benefiting from having peace of mind after you buy the warranty, knowing that they will replace it if it actually fails for real.

Honestly either keep your horrid ethics to yourself or you can leave via the exit right there *points to red "x" in top right corner of your screen*

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:47:20 PM

"I pay for a warranty and I use SAID warranty."

o btw I corrected your post so you don't look like a total idiot.

Your welcome :D

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Qwarktast1c
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 7:32:24 PM

very dishonest indeed. you are taking advantage of the system :(

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Qwarktast1c
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:17:56 PM
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SON OF A.....

seriously??? now they come out with this $h*t??
they should've had this sooner!

i could've used something like this so that i wouldn't have had to fix the damn thing myself!

whatever.

i may purchase one of these plans with a new slim since the YLOD fix isn't a permanent fix

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Darwin1967
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:04:45 PM

My guess is they figured the YLOD fiasco is running its course, or near an end...so now that they actually have confidence in their newer products they come out with a nice little shill of a plan to fleece us for more money. Nice. My 60g just got the YLOD after almost 3 years....nice job Sony...200.00 to repair it, or 150.00 to swap it for a slim.

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Qwarktast1c
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 7:47:05 PM

sony's price on refurbishing YLODs is ridiculous

thats why i fixed it myself

all i spent was $13 since i already had a heat gun

but its also true that it could've been a different problem in your ps3, like the power distributor.

if my efforts hadn't worked out, i would've taken it to a shop to fix.

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JackC8
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:19:19 PM
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I think I'll probably get that. I've only got a month or so left on my warranty. Two years protection on my $400 investment for the price of a game - sounds like a good deal to me.

Thanks for the tip Ben!

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Nynja
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:22:12 PM
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I wish they did this 3 PlayStation 3's ago...

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FlyingKickPunch
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:25:30 PM

you've seriously had 3 PS3's break? wow man, talk about unlucky....

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Nynja
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:48:32 PM

Technically only 2 PS3s. I'm on my third now. First one was under warranty, second was out of pocket for repairs.

Typically they tend to last slightly over 1 year for me. Now that I'm on my third PS3, I no longer participate in Folding@Home. I'm just past that 1 year mark and so far no issues yet... crap....

*knocks on wood*

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FlyingKickPunch
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:02:12 PM

o noes u jinxed it!
lol, jk...i hope... :)

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Wage SLAVES
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 6:34:42 PM

you live in arizona or something?

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Banky A
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 3:12:27 AM

Microwave?

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maxpontiac
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:23:18 PM
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Nice to see this happen.. without a RROD type fiasco involved.

I'll be signing up both the slims.

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Qwarktast1c
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:24:49 PM

u have 2 slims?? must be nice! :)

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maxpontiac
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:28:09 PM

When there is a house full of gamers, there is no choice. LOL

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Mysterio Spyder
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:06:42 PM

2 slims in my house full of gamers isn't enough as I will be purchasing my 3rd slim here quick.

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shaydey77
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:29:03 PM
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After listening to consumers...who are they listening to? i've never read anywhere that people want this. Most want BC or cross game chat.

I never get warranties. the just don't appeal to me for some reason. If its broke, sell it off for parts or get it foxed or buy a new one.

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VicTheMighty
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 1:43:22 PM
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lolll wow FutureShop and BestBuy are screwed... XD XD

Here we offer 3yrs service plan for 80$ plus tax.

And 50$ for psp... Without screen crack coverage.

But we do cover the remotes for 3yrs replacement with the system... So I dunno. I already switched a controller on that plan lol. Thats 55$

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Hezzron
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:01:00 PM
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So, for what amounts to 20% of the cost of a new PS3, I can have it covered for a measly extra 2 years? I'll take my chances, thanks.

Best Buy offers these kinds of "services" because it has been very profitable for THEM.

There's only so much insurance I need.

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:56:32 PM

True I took a "gamble" when I bought my first and only ps3 (60GB) back in July 2007, didn't want to spend any extra money on the warranty and haven't looked back since.

Also with the way I baby my electronic equipment there really is no warranty long enough to outlast my love for these electronics... Except maybe my ipod, lol that things battery has been overworked soo much.

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:11:54 PM
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I'll tell you what would be an excellent service. It's one that I bet a decent number of Phat PS3 owners would jump at.

Sony needs to offer a refurbishment service for PS3s that are in working order. For a fee (say $100-$150) they take your unit and do a full refurb/reconditioning (check the solder joins, connectors, seating of chips, replace the fan with a new one, or at least replace the motor, clean the BD lens, and run a full QA soak test). Then send it back, with my hard disc intact, with a 90 day warranty. they could also offer those that use the service the same 1 and 2 year extended warranty options as listed above.

I'll tell you now I would immediately sign up for that. Get both my Phats (with BC) refurb'd immediately and sign up for the 2 year plan. I wouldn't even have to think about it.

The thing is, I could take my PS3 to bits to clean the internals and check all the solder joints and connectors, but to be honest I don't want to. I'd love to do a preventative maintenance on the unit but I don't have the parts if I need them.

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:03:56 PM

I'm right there with you highlander... I would definitely pay the $210 to get an additional 2.25 years of insurance on a refurbished ps3.

I was actually hoping for something along the lines of a refurbishment option to come out about a year ago lol

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sunspider13
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:51:27 PM

Yes! Put that in petition form and put it on the Playstation forums and I'll sign it in a heartbeat.

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:39:14 PM

SunSpider,

I will make such a posting...

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:48:14 PM

And I will sign such a posting :)

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FlyingKickPunch
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:13:55 PM
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protect my...!

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fluffer nutter
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:26:40 PM
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These prices aren't good at all compared to Square Trade. Right now, I can get a three year extended service warranty for $28, on top of the manufacturer's warranty of one year. If they can't fix it, they give you a brand new system. If SCEA can't guarantee that you'll get your data back, then it's definitely a bum deal from them as that should be the main incentive of going with a more expensive plan.

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:51:42 PM
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I want this for my 60 GB model... I know one day it will eventually die :( then again as long as they can fix the problem I wouldn't mind paying extra.

Man I love that thing :D

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Scarecrow
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 2:51:47 PM
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$60's not that bad
I'd get it if I was to buy another ps3

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Victor321
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:00:01 PM
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If this happened before October 26, 2009, I would've jumped for joy =(....

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Mysterio Spyder
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:08:55 PM
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I'll be spending the $60 for the 2 year warranty on my 1st slim as it's warranty expires end of august. My wife's slim was purchased at walmart and we paid $20 for a 2 year extention. It's cheaper than Sony's so I'll be going with the walmart extention with the 3rd ps3 slim I plan on purchasing here real quick. My first ps3 slim was purchased at gamestop when they started selling them early so Sony's warranty is good for that.

PS3's are extremly reliable, but they're still mass produced in china, and we all know everything made in china is cheap, so an extended warranty offered on ANYTHING now a days is a must in my book.

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RadioHeader
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:12:18 PM
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Well I'm non-applicable, being non-American, but I'm starting to think my PS3's reliability is a non-issue.

...Sorry for all that, but I really think I used up all my bad luck on 360s. My PS3 has had no problems in two and a half years, that's five times longer than my three 360s lasted.

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maxpontiac
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 5:16:27 PM

Bud, I was right there with you. The 60Gig I just got rid of lasted about 4 years (It was still fine when I traded it in)

I didn't have one 360 last 4 months.

And yet I still get people asking me why I don't have Live anymore or buy 360 games.

Last edited by maxpontiac on 5/3/2010 5:16:52 PM

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bigrailer19
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 8:20:51 PM

on topic with you guys my buddy owns a game center, and inside the game center they have about 30 360' and pc' and zero ps3'. Thankfully the only console he owns at home is a ps3 and he loves it. but what im getting at is he says they have a 360 go out atleast once a week. what a nightmare for his business. they also are a pc store building, repairing and parts. the game center is just an addition.

anyways, my PS3 lasted 2 years with constant play time. I wasnt upset when it went, other than there was a game inside that "couldnt be retrieved" by circuit city! anyways they are a good machine, very reliable in my opinion mine just got way too much use!

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erislocker
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 3:44:14 PM
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while i applaud the start into a new direction (on of responsibility) i still think that the ps3 should start out with more than 1 yrs warranty (on a claimed 10 yr machine, i think 2 yrs is minimum).
i fixed my YLOD and am super happy (and bitched the hell out of sony for dodging responsibility

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Highlander
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:38:25 PM

Um...before you get all scathing and stuff, Sony's existing 1 year warranty meets and/or exceeds common practice in the industry (consumer electronics). Offering a manufacturer's warranty extension is a great option because although 3rd party companies exist to do this, I personally would trust a Sony technician over a 3rd party tech any day. Sony has a vested interest in getting it right, not just to make the warranty business work, but to protect new unit sales by ensuring good customer satisfaction.

Last edited by Highlander on 5/3/2010 4:38:43 PM

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ohmikkie
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:03:44 PM
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we've had a similar scheme in Europe for sometime now. Saved me some money last year after I got YLOD two months after starting it.

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TEG3SH
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:27:29 PM
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I never got warranties other than for xbox 360, ps1 lasted my almost till ps2, ps2 almost lasted me till ps3 so on and so fourth.

2 360 and 3 power bricks already in less than three years , god u have to love M$

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sha4dowknight05
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 4:41:18 PM
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This is great though, I did get the 2-year already from futureshop on my 160 gb, but I find thi smore convientnent as you get a pre-paid shipping box too!!! Do they give you a second one after you get your console back??

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bigrailer19
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 8:14:47 PM
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thats a very good price! in fact i paid $127 for a 2 year warranty from circuit city where i bought my ps3. Thankfully it died 1 month before my warranty was up, and before they went belly up!

but Sony is offering a great price, i like that! now is that 2 year extension on top of the 1 year they sell it with? it must otherwise they wouldnt offer the 1 year since they come that way off the shelf, no questions asked!

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laxpro2001
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 8:37:53 PM

yup thats 3 years of protection... a very good deal indeed.

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WorldEndsWithMe
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 8:37:27 PM
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The system is so reliable there's no need for this but it's nice to have if you are paranoid.

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Mysterio Spyder
Monday, May 03, 2010 @ 9:26:52 PM

Paranoid sounds like an insult, but it's true. I stated earlier that ps3's are extremely reliable, but they are mass produced in china, and everything made in china is cheap.

They're also man made, and everything man made with moving parts dies over time, it's unavoidable. EVERY console I own thats out of warranty gets a monthly tear down and super cleaning to help the oldies live longer. These consoles of mine start from atari 2600 and go to ps2.

The only consoles to ever fail on me is 1 PS2 and 4 360's. Only console to ever fail on me and be completly inoperable was the 360.

Last edited by Mysterio Spyder on 5/3/2010 9:29:45 PM

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SplendidBlended
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 12:15:23 AM
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I wish this had been available back when I got my PS3... I just got the YLOD yesterday and I'm not covered anymore.

Last edited by SplendidBlended on 5/4/2010 12:16:33 AM

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Qwarktast1c
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 12:38:57 AM

same thing happened to me a few days ago :/

follow the gilksy guide on youtube if you try to fix it yourself

it worked for me

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bridgera
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 1:03:34 AM
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Ah the good old service plans.... where companies make TONS of money.

I ran some stats a while ago, found 10 pieces of electronics equipment with 10 service plans, added all those plans up, summed all the failure rates.... for 10 pieces of equipment, I had a 20% chance one would fail, and would have paid 2-3x the price of an average piece of equipment in just service plans.

The smart financial choice: buy no service plans like these, save your money, and 10 plans later you'll come out ahead if even 2 of those things break.

The only exception where service plans become a good idea is if something has moveable parts (like a controller). I returned 3 controllers to best buy under their service plan after they wore out. On that I actually came out ahead.

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Highlander
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 10:45:39 AM

There's a big exception on that principle (which I do in general agree on). When you buy a $600 unit that turns out to be the jewel in the crown of the product range and has capabilities that all following models lack - full PS2 BC, more USB ports and a memory card reader. That's a product that I would like to have covered by a Sony warranty. In fact I'd even consider paying an annual fee to ensure continued operation of my 60GB BC systems.

Last edited by Highlander on 5/4/2010 10:46:04 AM

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MyWorstNightmar
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 12:56:38 PM

Highlander, your jewel doesn't have the option for the service plan. We are talking extended warranties here. I know you are an advocate for a refurbishment option for your 60G, and I think that would be a great idea.

Keep in mind, you have labeled your machine the $600.00 crown jewel, but at the time you bought it, and had the extended warranty been available, you may not have got it because you did not know that they would take away BC or multiple USB ports.

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Highlander
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 2:20:41 PM

Those are fair points. However we are where we are, and given the changes in the PS3 range, those 20GB and 60GB originals are clearly the 'special' ones. I'm aware that offering an extended warranty on an already out of warranty product is extremely unlikely. But I still think that a reconditioning/refurbishment service is a viable option for owners of these older systems.

Someone (it may have been you) pointed out that Sony already offers a $150 out of warranty repair service. That's true, and I could just plow on until time takes it's toll on my PS3s. However I'd like to be a bit more proactive than that. I understand that from a purely financial point of view it's probably a better idea to let time pass, but for me I want the peace of mind that comes from knowing that my system has been reconditioned by Sony.

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RebelJD
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 2:35:47 AM
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I think this is great. Whenever I purchased a system I did it through BestBuy because of their warranty. Now that Sony is offering an extended 2 year warranty for $20 bucks less than they are, I don't need to make BestBuy my retailer of choice.

You never know, you may even be able to renew your extended warranty through Sony once the expiration date nears.

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___________
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 3:25:13 AM
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gees sony are really getting desperate!
first the HDD change, than this whats next?
soon ill be sending them my car for a routine oil change!

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Robochic
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 5:48:21 AM
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_________ how the heck are they desperate, I would rather buy the warranty directly from Sony than Bestbuy or Gamestop who 1 charge more than this and 2 have hidden agendas when u actually want to use the damn thing.

I think this is great, I got offered @ the sony Store when I picked up my launched console a 1 or 2 year warranty, never did it due to funds already forked over a crap load just to get the PS3 so I didn't have enough cash but my friend did it and said he was happy that he did.

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___________
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 7:43:19 AM

how do they charge more?
i got 2 years extended warranty 4 games, 2 DS3 controllers and a BD remote when i bought my slim last year and it only cost me 600 bucks.
if i was to buy the same from a sony retailer the ps3 alone would of cost me 500 with none of the extras.
hell game gave me 2 years extended warranty for my original 60GB on launch for only 80 bucks.

point being you NEVER! buy something from the manufacturer because its always the most expensive there.
for example my USB stick just kicked the bucket so i bought a 64GB sandisk for 160 bucks.
if i were to buy it of the sandisk site it would of cost me over 400!

same with my computer, if i was to buy a dell, toshiba or whatever with the exact same specs as the one i built it would of cost me 1K extra at least!

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faraga
Tuesday, May 04, 2010 @ 7:46:56 AM
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My PS3 is two years old and my PSP is not much younger, plus it has had it's screen replaced once (by a non-Sony-guy).

Will I even be able to get this warranty?

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