"Although we think that Sony's public relations gaffe was unfortunate, we do not believe that the company has ill intent, and we expect the $499 price point to be maintained until early next year, when the 80GB model will likely by cut again to $399," Pachter said.
that makes no sense...why not cut the 60 to 399 and sell the 80 at $499...at 400 i'd be a PS3 tomorrow.