New PSP Coming; 8GB Flash Memory
02-24-06 | 08:59 AM
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Next PSP to get built-in camera, video streaming
Filed under News on Feb 23, 2006
The next version of Sony's PSP will sport an integrated digital video camera that will allow users to stream live video to the PlayStation 3, according to an anonymous source. The feature, which will utilize the PSP's Wi-Fi support, will be marketed as the new way to chat with friends while on the go.
According to the tipster, the "PSP 2" will also gain the recently rumored NAND flash storage, though the first generation of the new model will only be available with 4GB instead of the 8GB currently speculated. Sony will also trim approximately a quarter of inch from the device, and offer it in three color choices — black, white and silver.
Sources claim that the tiny camera will be an off-the-shelf stock unit that is currently being used in several Sony Ericsson mobile phones, and will also allow users to take still photos, in addition to video. Its placement will be directly below the PSP's screen, where the "PSP" logo can currently be found.
The new PSP's video streaming capabilities will be considered a must-have addition for Sony's upcoming PS3 console. While details are scant at this point, sources say the streaming will be made possible through the upcoming HUB PlayStation service, which will launch alongside the PS3 and compete directly with Microsoft's Xbox Live service.
We'll provide more details as they become available.
Filed under News on Feb 23, 2006
The next version of Sony's PSP will sport an integrated digital video camera that will allow users to stream live video to the PlayStation 3, according to an anonymous source. The feature, which will utilize the PSP's Wi-Fi support, will be marketed as the new way to chat with friends while on the go.
According to the tipster, the "PSP 2" will also gain the recently rumored NAND flash storage, though the first generation of the new model will only be available with 4GB instead of the 8GB currently speculated. Sony will also trim approximately a quarter of inch from the device, and offer it in three color choices — black, white and silver.
Sources claim that the tiny camera will be an off-the-shelf stock unit that is currently being used in several Sony Ericsson mobile phones, and will also allow users to take still photos, in addition to video. Its placement will be directly below the PSP's screen, where the "PSP" logo can currently be found.
The new PSP's video streaming capabilities will be considered a must-have addition for Sony's upcoming PS3 console. While details are scant at this point, sources say the streaming will be made possible through the upcoming HUB PlayStation service, which will launch alongside the PS3 and compete directly with Microsoft's Xbox Live service.
We'll provide more details as they become available.
This seems...weird.
02-24-06 | 11:46 AM
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Wow, that is not what the PSP needs to get it going. The memory is one thing, but adding a camera is just adding cost for a feature most will never use. I thought forcing $50 worth of accessories on you was bad enough, but a camera seems pointless. Hopefully, they will sell it with and without a camera so you don't have to pay for that if you don't want.
I'm interested in seeing what the redesign will look like.
Sony seems to be doing nothing to address the real issues of the PSP with any of this though.
I'm interested in seeing what the redesign will look like.
Sony seems to be doing nothing to address the real issues of the PSP with any of this though.
02-24-06 | 11:45 PM
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60GB Hard Drive
MUCH Faster UMD Drive
Have it accept SD cards or Duo sticks.
Bluetooth connection
Tighten up responsiveness in controls
I'd like to see a clamshell type of cover for the screen built into it like the DS has but slim and sleek.
Unfortunately it's too late to add a right analog stick which this system badly needs.
And a webcam is the last thing this system needs. There's a reason why home camera phones aren't used and it's not because the technology isn't there, it's because no one wants that shit.
60GB Hard Drive
MUCH Faster UMD Drive
Have it accept SD cards or Duo sticks.
Bluetooth connection
Tighten up responsiveness in controls
I'd like to see a clamshell type of cover for the screen built into it like the DS has but slim and sleek.
Unfortunately it's too late to add a right analog stick which this system badly needs.
And a webcam is the last thing this system needs. There's a reason why home camera phones aren't used and it's not because the technology isn't there, it's because no one wants that shit.
02-25-06 | 12:38 AM
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Originally Posted by tor_greg
I wouldn't. I would spend the money on game development.
02-26-06 | 07:55 PM
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From: Formerly known as "orangecrush18" - still legal though
I don't know. I think that 4 GB of flash memory could help Sony sell a TON of PSP2(s) if they were priced right. People shell out $200 for the Nano (2 GB) all day long.
