Linux-Kit Price & Releasedate in Australia

Source: http://www.playstation.com.au/technology/linuxkit.jhtml

Combining the incredible technology of the PLAYSTATION®2 computer entertainment system with the endlessly versatile Linux operating system, Linux enthusiasts and programmers can now use the same system they play their favorite PlayStation games on to run thousands of Linux applications!

 

LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION®2) allows you to utilize the PlayStation®2 console as a fully-functional desktop computer. Download a wealth of Linux programs -- HTML editors, multimedia players, programming environments, office solutions and more -- and open a new world with the power of the next generation in computer entertainment.

Release Date: Monday the 27th of May (TBC)
Cost: $499.95 (price includes GST +shipping in Australia)
The kit for LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION®2) includes:

-Network Adapter (Ethernet) [10/100 Base-T]: SCPH-10350E
-40 Gb Internal Hard Disk Drive  (for PlayStation2): SCPH-20401E
-Monitor Cable Adaptor (for PlayStation®2) (with audio connectors): SCPH-10320E
-DVD discs (2), containing Linux installation and run time discs  
-USB keyboard: SCPH-10240E
-USB mouse: SCPH-10230E
-Technical documentation and software manual

-For more information about the Linux (for PlayStation®2) please visit the official PlayStation®2 Linux Community (http://playstation2-linux.com/)

 

How to purchase:  Call 1300 365 911 or email ps2linux_au@scee.net with a contact phone number to register your interest in the PlayStation®2 Linux kit. Please note that this does not bind you in any way, nor does it guarantee an order. We will notify you once the kits have arrived (after May 27, 2002) to confirm an order and process your payment. Note: A limited supply of the PlayStation®2 Linux Kit will be made available initially to the Australian market. Payment:  Visa, Bankcard and Mastercard only.

 

NOTE: LINUX (FOR PLAYSTATION®2) is a tool for Linux enthusiasts and programmers only. It will NOT enhance your PlayStation®2 games. The hard disc drive formatted for Linux can NOT be used with HDD-compatible PlayStation®2 games. Basic understanding of the Linux operating system is strongly recommended for installation and use. (..)

WTH? 499 AUS. Dollars does seem a bit overpriced? I recall it being 370 CHF here in Europe (don\'t recall the EURO price tag) - but 499 in Oz???

I highly doubt anyone is gonna buy it.

With GC at $298, XBOX at $389 and PS2 at $449, its way over priced.

Considering you don\'t even get an actual PS2 with it...

Surprisingly I heard one guy knew 10 ppl in Bendigo alone who put their names down for one. I\'ve also put my name down   . But I do think it\'s a little on the pricey side, little that can be done about that just like Optus putting the caps on Cable and increasing the price $155 a month for just 5 gig blah blah blah. TOOLZ

Or $306 a month for 10 gig :evil:

If anyone gets it, let us know what kind of desktops it uses (gnome, kde, blackbox) and also if it uses rpms or .debs.