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| Free Alert Service for PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii Fans Launched ![]() The alert service will regularly update as new merchants offer the PlayStation 3 and Wii units and it will also provide detailed reviews of PlayStation 3, Wii and Microsoft Xbox 360. In addition, consumers who sign up for the free alert service will also receive detailed comparisons of the PlayStation 3 vs. Xbox 360, the Wii vs. Xbox 360 and the Wii vs. PlayStation 3 as well as other video game console comparisons. The comparisons will help consumers decide which unit is the best for their particular needs and budgets. The Sony PlayStation 3 released worldwide on Nov. 17, 2006 and retail stores across America had consumers lined up to be the first to purchase the popular video game console. According to Sony, about one million PlayStation 3 units per month will be released worldwide through the end of 2006. Launched three days later on Nov. 19, 2006, about 4 million Wii consoles will be available between now and the end of the year. The vast majority of the Wii units are allotted to North America. According to Nintendo, the company intends to keep store shelves replenished throughout the busy Christmas holiday shopping season. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Game News :: home page |