45nm Cell Processor Lends Credibility To Slim PS3 (PSThree) Rumors

By now you've no doubt heard the rumors about a new slim PS3 (PSThree if you will). Well if you're not entirely convinced that Sony might be considering such a move, perhaps the recent news about the new 45nm Cell Processor might help convince you.

IBM and Sony recently announced that they were working on the new 45nm chip which is 34% smaller and consumes 40% less power. What's even better, it's even cheaper to produce than the current 65nm Cell Processor.

Does this confirm that Sony is going to make a slimmer PS3? Not at all, however, it would be the perfect time to launch such a console, as both your space and power requirements are significantly lessened. Either way, with the reduced production costs, we would hope that Sony will pass some of that savings onto the consumer.

[via UberGizmo]