Sony launches 22in TV with built-in PlayStation 2

Posted on 4 Dec 2010 at 16:39

With Full HD 3D, Freeview HD and internet portals dominating the spec lists of TVs, Sony has decided to do something different with its Bravia KDL-22PX300: it has a built-in PlayStation 2.

Well, by built-in, we mean that the 22in TV's base is a PlayStation 2, giving this TV a rather strange look. It's also a little strange that Sony's choosing this point to try and eke a little more life out of its PS2 product. The only reason we can think of is that integrating a PlayStation 3 would put the price up to an unrealistic level.

As it stands, the KDL-22PX300 is available for £200 from Richer Sounds making it only a little more expensive than same-size TVs from other big manufacturers.

The KDL-22PX300 is well kitted out, too. Its 1,366x768 resolution is ideal for 720p footage, while four HDMI inputs mean you can plug in tons of other devices. There's Freeview built in, although not the newer Freeview HD.

Perhaps the best thing is the Bravia Internet TV portal is included, so you can connect the TV to your router via Ethernet and use the online services, including BBC iPlayer and LoveFilm. If you've been looking for a way to break out your old PS2 games, this TV could well be the model for you.

Author: Expert Reviews Staff

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User comments

decent price for a tv, console and dvd player

PS2 can playback DVDs as well so this is a good deal and will reduce clutter a little in a kid's or adult's bedroom for that matter. especially if you have the IR DVD remote for the console already. They really should have fitted a freeview HD tuner to the UK model now it has launched officially.

By mr_chips on 12 Mar 2011

might have been tidier if they integrated the PS2 components into the back of the TV housing rather than the stand. like an all-in-one pc. with regards the HD tuner I guess you wouldn't really see much difference in picture quality anyhow with a 22" screen.

By mr_chips on 12 Mar 2011

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