The PlayStation 3 TV service PlayTV has been detailed by today, who confirm their launch plans for the system that will see PS3's receiving and recording digital television. The service will launch in the UK this September.

The package will cost 69.99 GBP, which isn't bad considering the functionality it will add.

PlayTV will use the PS3's existing hard-disk to record and pause live broadcasts. It'll also have various other media player uses, and could help Sony rival the 360's existing media credentials.

No specific release date has been offered yet.

By Luke Guttridge

  • PlayTV
  • Platform: PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: Sony
  • Developer: Unknown
  • Release Date: 19/9/2008