Gadget of the Month : PSP 3000 !

Hello Humanoids , i don't have any console sadly , hence i have to satisfy myself with the news and reviews about these consoles , but according to my mom , i can get a PSP next year , yes : Great news , eh ? This news sounds even better with PSP 3000 coming in few days .

Didn't find it anywhere , so i just came via twitter to Cnet.com ,

Lets go Step by step ,

• Specifications :

Dimensional Analysis :

* Width 6.7 in
* Depth 0.7 in
* Height 2.8 in
* Weight 6.7 oz
* Enclosure Color Piano black

Game Console

* Color Support Color
* Media Type UMD (Universal Media Disc)
* Features Built-in microphone

Processor

* Type 333 MHz
* Data Width 128 bit


Memory / Storage

* RAM Installed ( Max ) 64 MB - Integrated

Display

* Type LCD display - 4.3 in TFT active matrix - Color - Internal
* Display Format 130,560 pixels
* Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
* Resolution 480 x 272

Audio

* Built-in Speakers Speaker(s)
* Sound Output Mode Stereo


Communications

* Connectivity Features IEEE 802.11

Input Device

* Type Game pad - Integrated


Connections

* Connector Type 1 x Headphones / remote control, 1 x USB ( Mini-USB Type B ), 1 x DC power input, Composite video output, Microphone, Component video output
* Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 Memory Stick Duo


Power

* Power Device Power adapter - External
* Battery 1 x Game console battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion
* Included Qty 1
* Capacity 1200 mAh


Features , the most important thing about a Gadget :

Multimedia and online features

Wi-Fi : The PSP has built-in Wi-Fi capability, allowing it to connect to any wireless Internet service, including those with WEP and WPA encryption (but not WPA2).

Video playback A variety of freeware and commercial software products can readily convert files to PSP-friendly formats and resolutions (MPEG4 or H.264-AVC, up to 720x480). Many DVDs now include a PSP-compatible Digital Copy as well.

LocationFree TV: Built into the PSP is the ability to stream live TV from a Sony LocationFree TV device, which is Sony's take on the Slingbox. As long as the PSP is in a Wi-Fi hot spot, it can stream the video and change the channels on a LocationFree box, even if it's halfway around the world.

Audio playback: The PSP doubles as a decent music player, with the ability to play DRM-free MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC, and ATRAC3 files, along with support for album art. Shuffle and repeat modes are supported, along with a visualizer function.

Photo display: The PSP can display JPEG, GIF, and TIFF photos stored on the MS Duo card--individually, or as a slide show

Skype: As mentioned above, the PSP 3000 has a built-in Skype client, which can be used for free Skype-to-Skype calls as well as calls to and from regular phones (if you invest in paid Skype add-ons)
PS3 "Remote Play": The PSP can log into a PlayStation 3 on a home network or via the Web, and stream any video, audio, or photos stored on the PS3.

Web browsing: The PSP has a built-in Web browser, but it's the one place--more than games--where you'll really lament the device's lack of a touch screen (or even a numeric keypad).

RSS reader: Separate from the Web browser is an RSS reader, but it could use an overhaul to make it easier to use and add your own feeds.

Internet radio: The PSP has a dedicated Shoutcast client that offers free streaming Internet radio.
Search: There's also a dedicated icon for doing a Google search.

Network update: The PSP has upgradeable firmware, and Sony has been diligent about adding additional features, fixes, and updates every few months. The upgrade is as simple as choosing the option from the system menu.

Battery Life : According to some reviewers , the battery life hasn't upgraded much . 


The Three versions of PSP 300  :

Sony PSP 3000 Ratchet and Clank Entertainment Pack: This limited-edition $200 bundle includes a silver PSP 3000, Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters UMD game, National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets UMD movie, 1GB Memory Stick Duo card, and a voucher for Echochrome (a downloadable game available at the online PlayStation Store).

Here is how this Entertainment Pack Looks ,

Sony PSP 3000 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack: This limited-edition $200 bundle includes a black PSP and a 4GB Memory Stick Duo card.

Sony PSP 3000 Core Pack: This "no frills" version includes just a black PSP 3000 for $169. Silver and Pearl White versions should follow.

The Price ? 

According To Wikipedia ,

• Price in USA  : US $199.99 for the bundles and US$169.99 for the core
• Price in Australia  AU$299.95
  
• Price in Europe : 199 Euros 
•  UK Version : 149 pounds
  
• Price in Japan : 184 $

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What about its availability ?

According to Wikipedia ,

• October 14th :  USA
• October 15th -  Europe
• October 16th :  Australia
• October 16th : Japan
• Early 2009 -  India
  

  Thanks CNet News :)

Here is the review video From Cnet news , watch this video if you are interested in an indepth review  . 




Hop you enjoyed this article and hopefully you shall be running to get this PSP before its out of stock !

Hurry , grab your PSP from the nearest dealers.

Take Care ,