In preparation for the launch of the new models (SCPH-700xx-9000x), Sony stopped making the older models (SCPH-3000x-500xx) to let the distribution channel empty its stock of the units.
Pentru a face noile modele (SCPH-700xx-9000x), Sony a oprit producția vechiilor modele phat(SCPH-300xx-500xx), pentru a lăsa canalele de distribuție să termine stocul.