Smaller Blu-ray Hardware = Cheaper PS3?

Sony recently released a statement saying they will soon be producing smaller laser diodes in Blu-ray equipment.

Translation?

Smaller laser diodes = less parts = less expensive to make = can sell more cheaply = perhaps can ultimately lead to a cheaper PS3.

In related PlayStation 3 news, there's still no word on the cancellation of the 80 GB PS3, although thanks to very low sales and the unit being pulled off of shelves left and right, that is also a succinct possibility.

So in other words, I have no actual news for you today. Just two PS3 rumors. Yeah!