Analyst: Nvidia Hurting From Slower PS3 Demand

High prices and a drought of killer app software isn't just hurting PLAYSTATION 3 owners and the upper lips of Sony public relations folks, but component suppliers as well. Michael McConnell, Pacific Crest analyst, said that graphics supplier Nvidia is expected to take a swift kick in the share price due to decreased royalties from weaker consumer interest in the PS3.

The bad news for Nvidia and its shareholders:

Although poor manufacturing yields on Blu-Ray diodes were the initial cause of PS3 unit constraints at retailers, we have seen evidence of weaker-than-expected consumer demand as availability has improved, likely stemming form overly high prices at retailers and a lack of compelling game titles.

I hear you, McConnell. As we stalked the streets of NYC, we all lamented how much we love our PS3s, but really want to play some games on the damn thing. Maybe a downloadable Nvidia demo girl Dawn model viewer might help to ease the pain. Maybe? Michael McWhertor

Nvidia Shares Affected by Weaker Playstation 3 Demand [Int'l Business Times]

6:20 PM on Mon Jan 29 2007
By Michael McWhertor
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Barbara at 06:31 PM on 01/29/07
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"Maybe a downloadable Nvidia demo girl Dawn model viewer might help to ease the pain. "

As long as Kratos jumps on her back and rips off her wings.

Too much GOW2 news today.
Kenofthedead at 06:32 PM on 01/29/07
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Bad Nvidia, do better on your stocks, I need the money.
Chinpokomon at 06:36 PM on 01/29/07
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Thanks for the borderline NSFW pic before the jump.
Thomaticus at 06:41 PM on 01/29/07
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Good time to buy Nvidia stock now.. Europe's launch is coming up soon.. stock will rise if Sony can get at least a million or two consoles ready for their launch
NickSoapdish at 06:43 PM on 01/29/07
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What a horrible horrible hair cut.
Diverse at 06:51 PM on 01/29/07
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What I don't get is is that dyke fairy elf nymph butterfly human thing-with-to-much-make-up-on-it's-face supposed to be sexy?
topaz420 at 07:01 PM on 01/29/07
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They need to put this chick in Rapelay v2.0
DigitalHero at 07:03 PM on 01/29/07
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Connectedness Index: 204

To European Gamers: Don't bother buying anything but Resistance Fall of Man and maybe Motorstorm for your PS3 launch. My PS3 is collecting dust here in America...Literally.
topaz420 at 07:28 PM on 01/29/07
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Talk about a missed opportunity: Nvidia stock purchased just 15 months ago (Aug 2004) at $4.00 and sold today at $32.00, 8-to-1! Damn, that's better than the crack game.
SWATdoctor at 07:45 PM on 01/29/07
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That Pixie has an Ugly face,

If Nvidia wants to survive it should cut its ties with the PS3 and leave it for dead, cause it's pretty much dead right now
topaz420 at 08:38 PM on 01/29/07
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SWATdoctor, ever signed a contract before? They CAN'T cut ties.
KaneRobot at 08:41 PM on 01/29/07
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If Nvidia wants to survive it should cut its ties with the PS3 and leave it for dead, cause it's pretty much dead right now

LMAO. I don't it's quite that easy, chief.
GoonieGooGoo at 08:42 PM on 01/29/07
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My PS3 = Paperweight Supreme 3.....

I can't believe I actually downloaded and endured the slowness of the PS Store to get the demos GO SUDOKU and GRIPSHIFT...and the trailer to THE ASTRONAUT FARMER.....

JUST SO I COULD JUSTIFY MY PS3s existence....

BAH!! I FEEL DIRTY!!

Aaah....my Wii60.....how do I love thee?? Let me count the ways??
Benzido at 09:06 PM on 01/29/07
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Ha ha ha McWhertor, you bought a console with no games.
VampireHunterZ at 10:21 PM on 01/29/07
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I would hit that...just kidding just kidding.
-emory- at 10:22 PM on 01/29/07
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... i think the pixie is hot
xerxes7 at 11:07 PM on 01/29/07
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I don't see any sharp edges to cut anything on.
vicariousmonster at 12:21 AM on 01/30/07
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Hey VampireHunterZ, I would hit that! Actually... FAP!FAP!FAP!FAP!FAP!FAP!FAP!
dowingba at 12:46 AM on 01/30/07
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Thanks for the borderline NSFW pic before the jump.

Where do you work where that isn't safe? A church?
dowingba at 12:49 AM on 01/30/07
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If Nvidia wants to survive it should cut its ties with the PS3 and leave it for dead, cause it's pretty much dead right now

Haha, I'm picturing Nvidia ninjas breaking into people's houses and replacing their PS3 graphics cards with ATI ones. No one will be the wiser!
penhalion at 01:51 AM on 01/30/07
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Given the euro price I don't think having a million odd units is going to be a good thing. At least they will be readily available for anyone with the spare cash.

Personally, after giving away one that I got for free from my boss (he really wants me to like the PS3 as I'm one of his top programmers apparently!)
I have no interest in buying a new one and I'm one of those people who have the cash readily available for one ata moments notice.
penhalion at 01:53 AM on 01/30/07
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@Dowingba

If the Nvidia ninja break in and replace the cards, wouldn't people notice that their games loose the framerate issues overnight :-)

Sorry that's the PS3 programmer in me talking

/grabs coat
JTindahouse at 06:01 AM on 01/30/07
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NickSoapdish says:

What a horrible horrible hair cut.

Short hair cuts aren't as hard to make look good as long hair is for CGI rendering.

*cough*DOA*cough*
mandarin at 10:09 AM on 01/30/07
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Anyone find the fairy a little too butchy?