Sony Computer Entertainment Japan (SCEJ), announced a newly designed PlayStation 2 today. While inheriting the functions of the current PlayStation 2, the internal design architecture of the new system has been completely overhauled, resulting lighter in weight. In addition, the newly model will also have a built-in AC adapter.

The new PS2 will be available in three colors - Charcoal Black, Ceramic White and Satin Silver - and will go on sale in Japan on November 22nd, with a 16,000 yen price tag. The vertical stands with matching colors will be released on the same day for 1,500 yen.