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Title: Mostly improved on the original
Review: Commentary about which console system is better aside, this new PS2 is generaly an improvement compared to the old style systems. I have both, and I picked up the small unit because I heard it was quieter. It is, and to the point where I would actually consider using it to watch DVDs. The old models were audible in quiet scenes to the point of annoyance. The DVD playback picture quality is better too. The unit does have it's downsides though. The flip top makes vertical usage impractical, and the power and eject buttons are more difficult to operate in the dark. Through 80 hours of playing GTA: San Andreas I didn't have any overheating or game lockup problems that are rumored but never confirmed. If you want a PS2 and you don't need the HDD, I'd say that this is the PS2 for you.
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