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It is called the Playstation 3 Eye. It is no longer called EyeToy. “I am not a toy!” it screams. Actually, it still looks a little bit like a toy. Like a hacked webcam with a speaker. Personally, I don’t care how it looks as long as it WORKS. The EyeToy did NOT work. You can see a full review here:

• Gadgets Page » Sony Eye Toy Vs. Nintendo Wii

The PS3 Eye, however, is supposed to work better in low light situations. That’s good to hear, but the proof is in the pudding. I’m not going to be the first to spend money on it. Sony has burned me before, so I don’t really trust them.

Here is the official press release from Sony:

• PlayStation.com – News – Press Releases – PLAYSTATION®Eye Brings Next-Generation Communication to PLAYSTATION®3

Here are a couple of reviews from people who aren’t quite as bitter as I am:

• Gadgets: PlayStation 3 Eyetoy No Longer Toy – Gizmodo

• Forevergeek – Sony reveals the Playstation 3 Eye