First images of new PS5 "Slim" with removable disc drive leaked

[Cedric]

Images seem to have been leaked of a new PS5 model that has been rumored for a while. Some are calling it a PS5 "Slim", but that's not really an accurate term since the new model is not intended to be significantly smaller.

The aim with the new model is to streamline the production of the PS5. Instead of two different models, one with and one without a disc drive, Sony would apparently switch to one model with a removable disc drive. This disc drive is produced separately and can be sold either bundled or separately, but it certainly makes the PS5 production process a bit easier and also cheaper. You can see this removable disc drive in the video mentioned below. A clear separation line appears to be visible.

The leakage of these images suggests that an official announcement and release might not be far off. Recently, Sony also offered a substantial discount on existing PS5 models, suggesting they want to clear out the current stock in anticipation of the new model. Some retail chains, like Amazon, have also recently started renaming PS5 consoles in their database, again hinting that something new is on the horizon.

 

[Ravenfreak]

This is a interesting approach to making a new model. I wonder how much this one will go for compared to the original PS5 with a disk drive?

 

[Shortie]

This is very interesting, I honestly didn't see Sony coming out with something like this if I am honest but I guess that is how all companies work when it comes to releasing new models or even new consoles, they like to keep you surprised.

I am not a huge fan of PlayStation myself and have always been more for Xbox but this will be amazing for those who have PlayStation consoles.

 

[Empire]

I think it's a pretty smart way to keep the same aesthetics while making the drive detachable but in a way that doesn't make it look all... sega cd.