Archive for the ‘PSP’ category

The PlayStation Phone Is Not A Lie, It Might Come As Soon As October With Android 3.0

Engadget says that it’s finally happening in the form of Sony Ericsson-developed, Android-based hardware that’s PSPgo-like in form. On top of that all it could be here in October! According to the report the PlayStation branded phone will be based on the Android 3.0 platform, have a 3.7 to 4.1 inch WVGA or better resolution [...]

3DS / PSP2 Could Get 3G

Nintendo and Sony are apparently in talks with major wireless phone carriers about incorporating 3G technology into the 3DS and next PSP. Japanese wireless carrier giant NTT DoCoMo Inc’s president, Ryuji Yamada, told the Wall Street Journal that “videogame makers know that in order for portable game machines to take the next step forward, they [...]

No 3D For PSP2

Scott Rohde , Worldwide Studios VP, has said there are no plans for a 3D tech in for the next PlayStation handheld, whatever form that will take. When asked about the ‘E3 winning’ 3DS he told Industry Gamers, “It’s an interesting idea for a technology.” “I’m, personally, very curious to see how it takes hold [...]

The Award For The Most Pirated PSP And DS Games Go To:

This is actually not what most would expect. Most would think that GTA or that plumber guy Mario would top these lists, right? Wrong! According to the Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA) of Japan, it would appear that neither cardboard gangsters or plumbing fans are the ones who have been ripping off the most games. [...]

“PSPgo Was A Test”

Sony says that the PSPgo was only released as an experiment to gauge the reception for a digital-only handheld console. MCV asked SCEE President, Andrew House, weather the PSPgo sales where a success. His reply was: “It was introduced in a mature life cycle to learn more about what the consumer wanted and we’ve definitely [...]

Sony Talks About “Reinvention” Of The PSP

I’m sure we’re all well aware of how bumpy Sony’s PlayStation Portable handheld console has been over the years – and, of course, how neglected it has been. However, Sony don’t look to be throwing in the towel just yet, and recently SCE UK has spoken with MCV regarding their plans to “reinvent the whole [...]

Rumor has it, Sony planning PSN overhaul

E3 sure has its share of big announcements, like Project Natal and Sony’s Move to name a few, but there will be some smaller announcements, such as this one in particular. According to a source,  Sony (people who can’t keep any secrets) will be overhauling the PlayStation Network. VG247 reports that a “highly placed” source [...]

Rumour Has It That Sony’s PSP2 Will Sport Quad-Core Power With Touch Screen Functionality

It’s been hinted. It’s been suggested. And now, it’s officially labeled as rumoured. Sony’s PSP2 was recently expected to arrive at June’s E3 expo, however gaming sites around the globe are convinced that it’s untrue. Sources have said that the hand-held game device will pack a punch so deadly that you might lose your eyes. [...]

PSP2: The Question Remains…

So we all hear about the “PSP2″ rumors. Well, something about that is bothering me. Besides the truth behind it, what’s bothering me is not if it will be announced at E3, no, it’s something less important. I’m worried about what it looks like or, rather, what it will look like…yes I am M0fla and [...]

Rumor Has It New PSP to Make E3 Appearance

According to various sources speaking to MCV, one of Sony’s big surprises might be a new PSP, which is needed…badly. Unfortunately the sources are not from Sony themselves, they are from various publishers who were unable to comment until “a specific announcement from the platform holder”. Remember this is not the first time there have [...]

Sony Reports Massive Sales Loss

Sony’s Networked Products and Services Division has just reported a sizable drop in overall sales and profit over the last fiscal year (ended 31 march). The division saw a 10.2% drop in sales to R132.9 billion despite trimming its operating losses by R378 million to R7.3 billion. While PS3 sales were up  by almost 2 [...]

Sony Vows To Protect Your PlayStation

Although Sony’s products are fa less likely to break down than most, they still strive for excellence and have therefore brought a service which allows PS3, PSP-3000 and PSPgo owners to extend their warranty. All Sony consoles already come with a 1-year warranty but owners can now extend that to 2 or even 3 years, [...]

Sony: Big Games Are Coming To The PSP

I’ve positive Sony have promised this before, only to end up only delivering one or two big titles in the year. Alright, it’s a new year, let’s not be skeptical. Right then, suspiciously (Ok, sorry, I said no skepticism) very closely linked to the PSP’s fifth birthday, which was celebrated, technically yesterday, Sony has claimed [...]

Sony PSP’s Fifth Birthday – Today!

Today, in North America, Sony celebrates the fifth year of the PlayStation Portable’s life – the five-year anniversary, if you will. The PSP originally shipped to stores on the 24th of March 2005. Whoa, has time really flown that fast? Current statistics indicate that, since launch, over 245 developers have made software for the PSP. [...]

Sony Is Happy About The Apple iPad — They Can’t Wait To Sell More PSP’s

Nintendo’s top-dog has already said that he isn’t impressed with the new Apple iPad, but Sony on the other hand is really stoked about it. The Japanese company said that they have a positive reaction to the device as it will help boost PSP sales. Yeah — they are being serious about this. “Apple’s entrance [...]

Vietnam Finally Benefits From The PlayStation 2, And Stuff

Sony has started to sell a few consoles in that communist state which uses bicycle transportation, or Vietnam for short. This is the first time that the PlayStation brand is officially being sold in the area, and it was said that the first products were on sale on Saturday. The PlayStation 3 with the 120gb [...]

EA Sports licence peripherals and accessories

For those who like to customise everything from their consoles to their watch straps, you will be pleased to know that EA games have signed multi-year licence agreements with three electronic accessory manufacturers. The accessories are EA SPORTS-branded and available for consoles, mobile platforms and even PC. This will also include EA SPORTS Active’s line [...]

Sony: No UMD converter for new PSP Go

Kotaku seems to have gotten word from Sony that PlayStation Portable owners will NOT be able to transfer their disc UMD games to the PSP Go when the handheld console launches on the 1st of October next week. It’s launching so soon yet Sony choose to reveal this information now? Not the smartest of choices. [...]

PSP Go!

Images of the newest addition to the Sony PSP Go have been released by Qore and on Playstation Lifestyle Specifications: Offical Name – PSP Go 3.8″ LCD Screen 43% Lighter then PSP-3000 16GB Flash Memory Memory Stick Micro Support BlueTooth Support – HeadSet and Cellphone Support All Digital Content (No UMD) Slide Out Controls Remote [...]

E3 Predictions

E3 is just around the corner and there are rumours flying around the interwebs of what is going to be announced. Here is my list of what I think is going to happen: *Sony -PSPGO! -PS3 Slim -Lots of God of War 3 footage *Microsoft -Next Gen XBox announced -Halo 3 ODST footage -Motion controller [...]

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