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Post by me on Sept 24, 2004 23:59:41 GMT -5
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Post by .Joker. on Sept 26, 2004 18:27:27 GMT -5
shit is hot...in one of the vids ars did you see the other version of the ps2? shit was mad slim and loaded from the top with no slide draw. it's the one with all the girls holding the psp.
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Post by me on Oct 27, 2004 17:44:22 GMT -5
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Post by me on Oct 27, 2004 23:39:04 GMT -5
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Post by .Joker. on Oct 27, 2004 23:54:49 GMT -5
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Post by Jester on Oct 28, 2004 9:44:00 GMT -5
 ...OHHH..MMYYYY...GGOOODDDD..! ^^...THAT IS ONE OF THE TIGHTEST THINGS I'VE EVER SEEN...!
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Post by jackal88 on Oct 28, 2004 19:10:46 GMT -5
sick...
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Post by me on Nov 5, 2004 11:20:53 GMT -5
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Post by .Joker. on Nov 5, 2004 14:17:28 GMT -5
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Post by .Joker. on Nov 12, 2004 21:00:57 GMT -5
Japanese Price And Date Set
Sony reveals all! Full details inside.
October 27, 2004 - Sony Computer Entertainment has at last put all forms of speculation (well, most of them, anyway) to rest. Today, the company announced final details on the Japanese launch of the PSP.
It will take place this year, as previously promised. The system will be released to Japan on December 12, 2004. The base system, model number PSP-1000, will retail for 19,800 yen (20,790 yen with tax -- at current US exchange rates, that's approx. $185-190) and will include the system, AC adapter and battery pack.
SCE also has a number of optional accessories launch with the system on 12/12:
Memory Stick Duo
Model: PSP-M32
Price: 2800 yen (2940 yen with tax)
Specs: Magic Gate, 32 Megabytes
PSP AC Adapter
Model: PSP-100
Price: 3500 yen (3675 with tax)
Specs: 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz
PSP Battery Pack
Model: PSP-110
Price: 4800 yen (5040 yen with tax)
Specs: 3.6V/1800mAh
PSP Headphones With Remote Control
Model: PSP-140(W)
Price: 2800 yen (2940 yen with tax)
Color: white
Specs: inner-ear headphones, functions for play, pause, FF, FR, volume, hold
PSP Soft Case & Hand Strap
Model: PSP-170(B)
Price: 2000 yen (2100 yen with tax)
Color: soft case is black, hand strap is white
Case Size: 195 x 7.5 x 108 mm (width, height, depth)
Strap Size: 189 x 3.3 x 9 mm (width, height, depth)
In addition to the base unit, SCE will make the PSP available as part of a so-called "Value Pack." This package (PSP-1000K) will cost 24,800 yen (26,040 yen with tax) and will include the system and all the accessories listed above.
Unfortunately, SCE hasn't provided details on the system's lineup of launch titles. It has stated that 21 PSP games will gradually arrive throughout the year both from first party and third party sources, but how many of these will arrive on 12/12 will have to wait for a future announcement.
Sony Computer Entertainment of America has not announced its side of the plans for PSP. The system will be released in North America in early 2005 (with a European release further into the year).
The current ratio for yen-dollar exchange is fairly close to 100-1 (a 'yenny' is a penny, so just move the decimal over two places and you're close), with Japanese prices typically slightly higher than American prices. The base price of 19,800 for the PSP is about $185 US, meaning the system could weigh in here somewhere between $179 and $199. The Value System costs 24,800 yen, which is about $232 in our money.
Knowing typical Japanese prices, one might guess that the US system could be priced here even further below the 200 dollar mark than our estimates. However, there is one caveat to taking the PSP's US conversion on the lower end: the Nintendo DS was recently announced for a US price of $149, with a Japanese price of exactly 15,000 yen, so unless competition drives down the US price, we do not expect yet for the US PSP launch to significantly undercut the Japanese price. However, with the base system being so inexpensive in Japan, the price here is essentially guaranteed to be under $200.
Included are pictures of the system and its final accessories. Also be sure and check out our other stories in today's headlines as SCE let the flood gates open on official PSP details.
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Post by .Joker. on Nov 12, 2004 21:02:40 GMT -5
Battery Life Revealed
Sony talks specifics on battery life for the PSP.
October 27, 2004 - This is it. The one piece of information we've all been waiting for. Sony Computer Entertainment has at last managed to mention the word "battery" with regards to the PSP and follow that up with solid numbers.
In the words of the company, "PSP features an integrated high output lithium-ion battery that provides a play time of between 4 and 6 hours for game titles and continuous 4 to 5 hours for video viewing." These numbers, according to SCE, were determined with the system's luminance set to maximum (180 cd/m2) and minimum (80 cd/m2), volume set to half the maximum level, headphones used instead of speakers and wireless LAN not in use (note that the maximum luminance value rises to 200 cd/m2 when playing through AC power).
While SCE did not provide details on how much of a hit LAN play would bring about, it's good to at last have an idea of how long we'll be able to play games and watch movies on the PSP. Plus, extra batteries cost just about $45, so doubling the available time (if you're willing to carry a spare with you) could be an legitimate option.
All that's left now is to get the system in our hands and start checking these numbers out for ourselves. With PSP now launching to Japan on 12/12, the wait won't be too long (if you plan on importing, as we do).
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Post by me on Dec 13, 2004 19:21:48 GMT -5
you can reserve it out here now. i dont think it has a official retail value yet, but its $10 to reserve it at EB. (they had a demo for Resident Evil 4 in there today too ) |
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Post by jackal88 on Dec 14, 2004 9:13:27 GMT -5
I'm reserving mine today after class  . That is absolutely insane. You can play your damn dvd's while chilling at work. This is ideal for people who commute and get stuck in traffic for hours or ride the T. I'm bringing that shit to class,lol. |
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Post by me on Dec 14, 2004 9:37:53 GMT -5
yeah, i really dont need it, but its a hot lil toy (no homo). it plays dvds, mp3s, games, and i dont know if it will come standard but eventually i heard youll be able to play online. i dont care about battery power for now, give me an AC adapter, ill be happy with that.
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Post by jackal88 on Dec 14, 2004 9:46:14 GMT -5
Hell yeah. I feel the same way on the necessity of it all. If I'm home, I'm playing my console. It's just a handy little gadget. I'll trade some old games in and knock down the price like $50 or so. Then I won't feel so bad buying more shit I don't need,lol.
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