Sony Keeps 20GB PS3 In Japan

[BrewCityUpstart]

We reported yesterday that Sony had officially discontinued the 20GB PS3 model, but if you still want one, you could always import it.

For now, Sony Computer Entertainment plans to continue selling the lower-end model in Japan, according to IGN and a SCE representative speaking to Famitsu.com. As the rep said-

"We're currently not considering changes akin to North America. However we would like to react flexibly with the market."

And if you take a look at Japanese retail stores and websites, it seems clear they're still carrying the 20GB PS3. The prices have remained the same since the launch - or, since the prices have settled from the "open" pricing - and each console currently costs 49,800 and 59,800 yen, respectively. So at this point, the discontinued announcements seems to only apply to the U.S. and Europe (we think).
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[Jon Liu]

Hmm... again, I restate that I think it's not the brightest move to remove it completely from the US market. There is still plenty of interest in the 20GB over the 60GB. Those people who want simply to have a Blu-ray player, that was the best bet for them. Now, they have to spend 100 dollars more for features that they don't need.

Ah well..