See these icons? If you're planning on buying a PLAYSTATION 3, get familiar. Sony Computer Entertainment has a full list of the interface icons and a quick rundown of what they mean. Here's a recap:

• User: Save your game data and browser preferences for each individual user.
• Settings: Make using the XMB (Cross Media Bar) convenient with individual settings for sound, BD/DVD, time/date, music, network, chat, display, security, etc.
• Photo: View slideshows in full HD. Download pics as well.
• Music: Listen to CDs or Super Audio CDs on the Multi-Channel. Play music on the HDD.
• Video: Enjoy full HD with Blu-ray Disc. It tops out at 7.1 ch.
• Game: Play PSX/PS2 games on the PS3.
• Network: Connect to your PLAYSTATION Network account, download and hit the PLAYSTATION Store. There's an icon for "Remote Play" as well.
• Friend: Add buddies to your friends' list, check your message box and chat.

Totally reminiscent of the PSP, sure, but not bad. Not bad at all. Brian Ashcraft

PS3 Interface Icons [PlayStation Japan, via Gizmodo Japan]

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