Kotaku first reported the new model will hit on 9/25... but no idea if that is u.s or japan.
http://kotaku.com/5944433/sony-unveils-a-brand-new-model-of-the-ps3
The new model is 25% smaller and 20% lighter than the current model, and will come in two flavours: 250GB and 500GB. It'll also be available in two colours, white and black.
The black console will be out on October 4, while the white model will be out on November 22
(japan release date??)
250gb price point 24,900 yen = 313dollars with hotshots golf
500gb price point 29,900 yen = 378dollars with hotshots golf
black = 250gb, 500gb
white is only in 250gb
Someone posted the following info. Not sure if its accurate.
North America
The 250GB PS3 will be available on September 25th for $269.99 (MSRP) as part of a limited edition bundle featuring UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception: Game of the Year Edition and a voucher for more than $30 worth of bonus digital content for the highly acclaimed digital title, DUST 514.
250GB - $269 (Bundle Only) - September 25th
500GB - $299 - October 30th
Europe and PAL Territories
Flash Memory 12GB - 229 Euros - October 12th