PSP details straight from Ken Kutaragi

[Perfect Stu]

Click-ability (http://www.gamepro.com/gamepro/famitsu/games/news/29497.shtml)

....On the PSP

The PSP is built from completely new processor technology, making it capable of smooth graphics that can even outclass the PlayStation 2, as well as three-dimensional sound. To that we added Memory Stick support, letting users enjoy applications beyond video games. We are also using the UMD (Universal Media Disc) format. This format easily stands up to the cutting edge of media design; it can hold 1.8 gigabytes, three times what a CD can hold, and it can store two hours of DVD-quality video. Since our E3 announcement, we have received strong declarations of support from many developers and publishers, and the security system we are introducing to the PSP has attracted serious attention from the movie industry. We at the Sony Group want to continue developing the system in assorted areas with all of this content in mind.

[DeathsHand]

"making it capable of smooth graphics that can even outclass the PlayStation 2"

Ehhhh..... :unsure: I have a feeling that won't turn out to be true.. maybe.. Possibly... First they say PSX, then possibly outclassing PS2? When GBA is capable of basically SNES stuff (or maybe PSX quality 2D only)? :unsure:

[Perfect Stu]

-better anti-alaising capability than PS2
-memory stick slot can be used with digital cameras, camcorders, and more
-enough space to hold hours of high quality video (yes!)
-strong 3rd party interest (that was a given IMO)
-movie industry could make official UMD formatted movies (record companies to follow suit?)

A very ambitious project...thank you Sony, for taking continuous strides through the boundries of entertainment :)

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by DeathsHand
"making it capable of smooth graphics that can even outclass the PlayStation 2"

Ehhhh..... :unsure: I have a feeling that won't turn out to be true.. maybe.. Possibly... First they say PSX, then possibly outclassing PS2? When GBA is capable of basically SNES stuff (or maybe PSX quality 2D only)? :unsure:

I think he meant that the smoothness of the graphics will outclass such in PS2 games. (see: anti-alaising, thanks to the NURB technology)

[Rndm_Perfection]

I'll be watching this product.

[TheGame]

More details:

http://ps2.ign.com/articles/421/421074p1.html

May 28, 2003 - Rumors that Sony Computer Entertainment's PS3 will be a set-top box of sorts were only strengthened as Sony announced the PSX, a not-so-subtle segue into the unreleased iteration of the console. With the ability to record television shows, play movies, hop on the Internet, and record DVDs among other things, it seems that Sony wants to make the PSX (and eventually the PS3) the one and only box sitting next to you television.
But what about the PSP? More than just a handheld game console, the PSP will in fact be a portable multimedia system. The wide-aspect screen, support for MPEG 4 and ATRAC, and its support for USB 2.0 should have clued you in already, but a new slide from Sony's PSX presentation confirms this. Just take a look at the image below.

So, games, music, security, and movies support are planned for the PSP. And with support and interest from game developers/studios and film studios, the PSP should be the next step in portable entertainment. Though there already exists pocket PCs and the like that have similar functions and abilities, none have the power and storage of the PSP. At 1.8 GB per disc, using MPEG 4 compression, one could fit four to five hours of relatively high-quality video on one disc. And at resolution of the PSP's screen (480 x 272 dots), using lower quality video may be negligible, allowing for even longer movies and videos. You can imagine the possibilities.

Also, in the slide below, it is implied that the PSP will also incorporate PDA functions as the image shows a Sony Clie (Sony's version of a Palm) being incorporated in the PSP.

Sony looks to dominate the home and portable electronics market with their all-in-one systems. Will Sony receive a response from Nintendo or Microsoft? Only time will tell.

Stay tuned to IGN for more news regarding the PSP and the PSX.

http://ps2media.ign.com/ps2/image/psp_052803_01_in.jpg
http://ps2media.ign.com/ps2/image/psp_052803_03_in.jpg

[One Winged Angel]

This is going to be something that will look very interesting...

[Crono]

Yes, seems very interesting. And apparently many developers have signed on to develop for it, too... that's always good.

[gekko]

*shakes head*

Sony, stick to the Clie, at least that was done well.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by gekko
*shakes head*

Sony, stick to the Clie, at least that was done well.

*sigh*

Can I borrow your copy of the PSP? Because apparently you must have the retail version of it in your hands to warrant such a bold statement. A lot of your 'opinions' instantly lose credibility when there's absolutely no backing to them.

You said for yourself that a Sony handheld product was well done. What on Earth is 100% certain of stopping the PSP from eventually becoming a quality product?

[gekko]

PDA = Good idea
PDA/Game system = Bad idea

Cell phone = Good idea
Cell phone/game system = Bad idea

You think I'm against Sony, I'm not. Try again.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by gekko
PDA = Good idea
PDA/Game system = Bad idea

Cell phone = Good idea
Cell phone/game system = Bad idea

You think I'm against Sony, I'm not. Try again.

I'm not 'trying' at anything other than to believe what you posted was anything but vague and unexplained.

Again, as I ask so often...PLEASE EXPLAIN.

WHY is a PDA/Game system a bad idea?

[One Winged Angel]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
I'm not 'trying' at anything other than to believe what you posted was anything but vague and unexplained.

Again, as I ask so often...PLEASE EXPLAIN.

WHY is a PDA/Game system a bad idea?

ok... this is supposed to be a game system. Wut is the ****ing point to add a PDA to this thing. PDA's already have games you can add on to it, it could be considered a game system.

So what is it? ... a PDA!

I agree with Gekko, a game system should stay as a game system. They shouldn't make it into something else that it shouldn't be. Almost all of those systems have failed in the gaming industry.

[gekko]

Mixing things is never a good idea. PSP will be an oversized crappy PDA, and an overpriced game system.

PDAs make poor cameras players and MP3 players. It works for a lot of things.

N-Gauge will make a horrible phone. PSP will make a horrible PDA. But guess what? You pay for it.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by One Winged Angel
Almost all of those systems have failed in the gaming industry.

Like Sony's Playstation with CD playing capability? Or Sony's Playstation 2 with CD and DVD playing capability?

Jesus Christ...it's like multi-functioning products are foreign to you. Hey, part of most refridgerators are freezers too! But they'll never sell. Maybe you don't realize that you're using one of the prime examples for multi-functioning products right now: Your computer. I thank GOD that he gave men the ability to use their penises for urinating and making love...because otherwise we might all be bored with it :rolleyes:

[One Winged Angel]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
Like Sony's Playstation with CD playing capability? Or Sony's Playstation 2 with CD and DVD playing capability?

Jesus Christ...it's like multi-functioning products are foreign to you. Hey, part of most refridgerators are freezers too! But they'll never sell. Maybe you don't realize that you're using one of the prime examples for multi-functioning products right now: Your computer. I thank GOD that he gave men the ability to use their penises for urinating and making love...because otherwise we might all be bored with it :rolleyes:

Jesus Christ, can't u read? I said GAMING INDUSTRY. That doesn't apply to refrigerators or your penis!

PS and PS2 were able to read DVD's and CD's because their games run on them! No new hardware had to be added on there to perform those functions.

:rolleyes:

[Perfect Stu]

And how is PSP any different than PSone and PS2?

PSone | PS2 | PSP

media: CD, CD/DVD, UMD
storage: memory card, memory card, memory stick

The PSP in architecture won't be any different in relation to the PSone or the PS2. It will read discs...it will connect to a storage device. Sony is simply making discs that can carry games, music and film. *gasp* Just like a DVD! :eek:

And also, since when do you know more about the gaming industry than the market leaders themselves? If they don't cater to your personal interests, that's one thing. Don't buy the damned product. If you honestly think you know what's best for the gaming industry in general and Sony doesn't, you're wasting your ideas here on a message board. You should be leading a company to dominance in the gaming world.

[gekko]

Uhh... Stu? PSP is hardly similar to PS1 and PS2 in any way.

As for personal interests, that doesn't work. If someone wants a PDA that's just a PDA, they can buy one. If they want one that's wireless, they can buy one. If they want one that's also a phone and digital camera, they can buy one. Choice.

If people want to buy a PSP that plays only games, they can't buy one. They must buy everything else that's thrown onto it. No choice.

[TheGame]

Well, I want a PC that only plays games... no windows, no word, no nothing, just pop and play games (for a lower price too of course)... but that isn't gonna happen ;)

[Dyne]

Stu, there's a huge difference between PSX/PSone/PS2/PS"X". PSP is going to be running on juice from the time you leave your house until the time you get back.

Firstly, I looked at the specs for the N-gage. What's talk time? Mediocre. Wanna play Sonic N? How long do you honestly have with a decent amount of talktime? You're going to need a fuel cell with functions like that. Now Sony wants to make this a discman/portable DVD player/gameboy, with a huge ass backlit LCD. L-C-fecking-D. How much time could you run on one of those? If you watch a movie for 2 hours with the LCD, that wouldn't necessarily leave a lot of game time. Plus, batteries are most likely heavy, and good quality ones with lots of juice are going to be that heavy. I have no problems with the storage medium.

I think people are going to have to worry if this will fit into your pocket or not with that size LCD. If you want to make a playstation remake that used analogs, put an analog on the thing. Aren't people going to question what that big thing poking out is?

It's just not a portable idea right now. They might be able to pull it off. But perfectly too? We'll have to see.

[gekko]

Originally posted by TheGame
Well, I want a PC that only plays games... no windows, no word, no nothing, just pop and play games (for a lower price too of course)... but that isn't gonna happen ;)

It's called a game console. Just like if you only want word, you get a word processor.

And you choose to buy everything that isn't necessary to play games. Windows is required, nothing else.

[DeathsHand]

I personally hope PSP does good just to shut people up...

I mean a lot of people at GT or Ndose or whatever thought Xbox wouldn't stand a chance anywhere (and it's doing about as good as NGC in the US, at least), PS2 sales would be strong at first but then drop off a lot as developers continue to have problems with development and give up or their games suck or whatever, making there be no games worth owning on the system, and that NGC would 'return Nintendo to the glory days of SNES'... Did any of that happen? :confused:

I don't think arguing is gonna change anybody's perspective on anything... People who think PSP stands a chance won't hear the people who think it will fail talking and then say "Y'know what, I think you're right!"... and stuff...

And it's not gonna get anywhere when it comes to the whole extras debate either... Although I personally don't see what's wrong about sticking game systems in with other things, or sticking other things in with game systems... DVD players can play music CDs... Oh no, it's the end of the world! It should stay strictly a movie player! I don't wanna listen to CDs on my DVD player! What the ****!? Why does my CD player have a radio!? I bought it to listen to CDs damnit, not fuzzy quality music and talk/news shows! Damn the world! Damn it all!

:unsure:

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by gekko
Uhh... Stu? PSP is hardly similar to PS1 and PS2 in any way.

As for personal interests, that doesn't work. If someone wants a PDA that's just a PDA, they can buy one. If they want one that's wireless, they can buy one. If they want one that's also a phone and digital camera, they can buy one. Choice.

If people want to buy a PSP that plays only games, they can't buy one. They must buy everything else that's thrown onto it. No choice.

And if people want to buy a multimedia handheld, they can. I would rather buy a PSP than a GBA, MD player and portable DVD player. Not very practical or affordable, is it?

Why would someone want a PSP that only plays games when they could have a PSP that plays games as well as other things? You aren't forced to use the other features. If the price is too high, they can buy a GBA. Again, different markets...

Is everyone trying to say that the PSP will be a failure? Because if that's what you want to say, say it. I would simply disagree with you.

[TheGame]

Originally posted by gekko
It's called a game console..

Wow, which game console is compatible with all PC games?

That would be like me telling you to get a GBA if you don't want the other features... but a GBA isn't a PSP game player, just lke with PC games if you want them you want all the baggage that comes with it.

[gekko]

Umm... DVD players can also read CDs because they play VCD. ;)

This is more like a home theater in a box. Put it all together, and none of it is that great. A lot of people prefer to buy individual components, which are generally much better.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by gekko
A lot of people prefer to buy individual components, which are generally much better.

And in this lovely life of freedom they have the opportunity to do so. Sony makes products to appeal to who they want to appeal to, and other companies can do what they please. Something's telling me they haven't done that bad, either...maybe it's the multi-billion dollar empire?

[gekko]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
And if people want to buy a multimedia handheld, they can. I would rather buy a PSP than a GBA, MD player and portable DVD player. Not very practical or affordable, is it?

Why would someone want a PSP that only plays games when they could have a PSP that plays games as well as other things? You aren't forced to use the other features. If the price is too high, they can buy a GBA. Again, different markets...

Is everyone trying to say that the PSP will be a failure? Because if that's what you want to say, say it. I would simply disagree with you.

PSP doesn't play GBA games, you're changing markets here.

People may want to play games on a PSP, and not use it as a crappy PDA. But guess what? You're paying for the PDA. And don't put PSP and affordable in the same sentence, not a good idea ;)

If I want a PDA, I'll buy a PDA (Well, another one anyway). Makes a much better PDA than PSP. If I want a portable DVD player (which PSP is not), I'll buy a portable DVD player. If I want a game system, well, I can't buy PSP, because it would be a waste of money. I'll take my nice and small PDA with me, and if I want to play games, I'll bring along my GBA, and if I want to watch a movie, my portable DVD player.

If I want to make a phone call and play games, I'd rather have a cell phone and GBA. Then when I know I won't be playing games (99.9% of my life), I'll have a much smaller and more practical phone.

[gekko]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
And in this lovely life of freedom they have the opportunity to do so. Sony makes products to appeal to who they want to appeal to, and other companies can do what they please. Something's telling me they haven't done that bad, either...maybe it's the multi-billion dollar empire?

Sony's done this when? Never.

[TheGame]

In the end only ONE feature will make or break PSP, and that's the games. The demand for the other features will forever be secondary... If the games suck, then people willgo elsewhere, if the games are great, people will get the PSP and consider the other features a bonus.

[DeathsHand]

Originally posted by gekko
Umm... DVD players can also read CDs because they play VCD. ;)

I don't like you :(

[Perfect Stu]

gekko: "waste of money"

:rofl:

If I want a PDA, I'll buy a PDA (Well, another one anyway). Makes a much better PDA than PSP. If I want a portable DVD player (which PSP is not), I'll buy a portable DVD player. If I want a game system, well, I can't buy PSP, because it would be a waste of money. I'll take my nice and small PDA with me, and if I want to play games, I'll bring along my GBA, and if I want to watch a movie, my portable DVD player.

you do that :)

*thinks of the waste of money thing*

:rofl:

[One Winged Angel]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
And how is PSP any different than PSone and PS2?

PSone | PS2 | PSP

media: CD, CD/DVD, UMD
storage: memory card, memory card, memory stick

The PSP in architecture won't be any different in relation to the PSone or the PS2. It will read discs...it will connect to a storage device. Sony is simply making discs that can carry games, music and film. *gasp* Just like a DVD! :eek:

And also, since when do you know more about the gaming industry than the market leaders themselves? If they don't cater to your personal interests, that's one thing. Don't buy the damned product. If you honestly think you know what's best for the gaming industry in general and Sony doesn't, you're wasting your ideas here on a message board. You should be leading a company to dominance in the gaming world.

I don't know what your problem. I'm simly stating an opinion on what I think Sony should do. I'm not amking them do anything. I'm sick of hearing bull**** from you. Just because people don't agree with you they don't have a right to post here...

you have problems man

[bobcat]

Originally posted by TheGame
Well, I want a PC that only plays games... no windows, no word, no nothing, just pop and play games (for a lower price too of course)... but that isn't gonna happen ;)

Then I'm afraid you'll be missing out on some of the best games available (Pc Games).

You can't get an Xbox, that has Windows (or an OS). Is it a form of Windows? I dunno :unsure:

[TheGame]

Originally posted by bobcat
Then I'm afraid you'll be missing out on some of the best games available (Pc Games).

You proved my point :p

If the games are good enough eventualy I will have to look past the extra baggage and buy the PC anyway... That's how PSP will be, if the games are good enough people will look past the extra features. All the other stuff that comes with a new PC or a new PSP could just be considerd a bonus if games is the ain reason you are buying it.

[gekko]

Name one thing on your PC that you are forced to buy that isn't necessary for games.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by One Winged Angel
I don't know what your problem. I'm simly stating an opinion on what I think Sony should do. I'm not amking them do anything. I'm sick of hearing bull**** from you. Just because people don't agree with you they don't have a right to post here...

you have problems man

calm down there, junior

you make an opinion, I challenge and disagree. you make a point, I prove the point to be wrong. if you can't handle that, then I think you're the one with the problems...

[One Winged Angel]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
calm down there, junior

you make an opinion, I challenge and disagree. you make a point, I prove the point to be wrong. if you can't handle that, then I think you're the one with the problems...

I'm not angry that your chalenging my opinion. I'm angry because u mentioned my opinions shouldn't be allowed here.

[gekko]

I agree with One Winged Angel.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by One Winged Angel
I'm angry because u mentioned my opinions shouldn't be allowed here.

quote?

[One Winged Angel]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
If you honestly think you know what's best for the gaming industry in general and Sony doesn't, you're wasting your ideas here on a message board.

Need I say more?

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by One Winged Angel
Need I say more?

Where in there did I say that you're not allowed to post your opinions on this forum?

I simply said that if you knew so much about the gaming industry you should land yourself a big time job instead of posting on message boards...and obviously I was being sarcastic. Don't be so overly sensative...I've been flamed to hell over the years, it's all been in good fun. Speaking of which, I don't have anything against you if you're thinking that...

[BreakABone]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
Where in there did I say that you're not allowed to post your opinions on this forum?

I simply said that if you knew so much about the gaming industry you should land yourself a big time job instead of posting on message boards...and obviously I was being sarcastic. Don't be so overly sensative...I've been flamed to hell over the years, it's all been in good fun. Speaking of which, I don't have anything against you if you're thinking that...

You didn't state it, sarcastic or not, you basically said his opinion was not important. Maybe you didn't mean to say it, maybe you did, I don't know, I don't play Miss Cleo on the side.

Maybe, he missed the sarcastic part, but eh.

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by BreakABone
You didn't state it, sarcastic or not, you basically said his opinion was not important. Maybe you didn't mean to say it, maybe you did, I don't know, I don't play Miss Cleo on the side.

Maybe, he missed the sarcastic part, but eh.

yeah...it's tough to detect sarcasm through text. shoulda included a ":rolleyes:" or something...my bad Angel

[Shadow_Link]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
I've been flamed to hell over the years, it's all been in good fun.

Don't you mean "you" have flamed anyone that hasn't agreed with you over the years? ;)

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by Shadow_Link
Don't you mean "you" have flamed anyone that hasn't agreed with you over the years? ;)

:...:

seriously though...Shadow...if you have a problem with me, I'd be more than happy to take it up with you...you need to stop it with the "half assed ;)" comments. If you have a problem with me, fine...knock me and we can try to put it behind us. You seem to troll in a bunch of threads just to "subtly ;)" put me down. What is it?

[bobcat]

maybe it's a love/hate relationship...........:unsure:

like Jonbo and Joeiss!

[Perfect Stu]

Originally posted by bobcat
maybe it's a love/hate relationship...........:unsure:

like Jonbo and Joeiss!

:lol:

there aint no love in that relationship...just urges to murder and eliminate...

[Shadow_Link]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
:...:

seriously though...Shadow...if you have a problem with me, I'd be more than happy to take it up with you...you need to stop it with the "half assed ;)" comments. If you have a problem with me, fine...knock me and we can try to put it behind us. You seem to troll in a bunch of threads just to "subtly ;)" put me down. What is it?

Oh come on, you know better than to not take this type of stuff seriously, I'm only playing :D. I don't have a problem with you, I mean come on, to have a problem with someone in a forum over a differing opinion about video games...

Besides, I'm only giving you a taste of your own medicine ;)...

(Note to Stu: read what I typed before that last bit).

[Perfect Stu]

Wow, you can't stop beating around the bush, now can you? ;)

[TheGame]

Originally posted by gekko
Name one thing on your PC that you are forced to buy that isn't necessary for games.

that isn't necessary for what "games"? Almost everything about the PC hardware wise is needed, for PC games... Go to dell's site, show me a PC where when you buy it you aren't buying anything that you wouldn't be getting in a console.

[bobcat]

Originally posted by TheGame
that isn't necessary for what "games"? Almost everything about the PC hardware wise is needed, for PC games... Go to dell's site, show me a PC where when you buy it you aren't buying anything that you wouldn't be getting in a console. I can tell you off hand things you wouldn't be getting in a console if you bought a pc from dell (or anywhere)....

*WXPP
*exclusivity for Pc Games
*practicality for:-

- browsing the web
- listening/downloading music
- completing school/work/uni projects
- watching/downloadingvideo's
- printing
- multimedia
- programming
- playing online games

* Hi res output by default (by monitor)
* Faster and more accurate FPS games
* Faster and more accurate RTS games
* WARCRAFT:III!!

Er...........

[Shadow_Link]

Originally posted by Perfect Stu
Wow, you can't stop beating around the bush, now can you? ;)

Now THAT'S the spirit :D.

How did we get from talking about a handheld portabe to PC's?
:confused:

Have there been any renders of what the PSP might look like? I wonder if it'll have an analogue stick, or maybe just the same controller configuartion as the DS/2?

[gekko]

Originally posted by TheGame
that isn't necessary for what "games"? Almost everything about the PC hardware wise is needed, for PC games... Go to dell's site, show me a PC where when you buy it you aren't buying anything that you wouldn't be getting in a console.

You're arguing against yourself here. You're the one who brought up that a PC has more than one use. A PC is what you make of it, everything you buy is necessary for games. Now if you want anything else, like word processing, you pay more for it.

PSP on the other hands, does everything for one nice high price.

And I'm scared to see what the PSP looks like. Very scared.

[TheGame]

Originally posted by gekko
You're arguing against yourself here. You're the one who brought up that a PC has more than one use. A PC is what you make of it, everything you buy is necessary for games.

You missed the bold "PC" before I said games huh? ;)

What you get on a PC that you don't need for "console" games:

-Keyboard
-Mouse (more so than the keyboard)
-Monitor (must we buy a new TV that doesn't have a tuner for a new console? Nope, just use your old Muli-purpose one)
-Speakers
-Internet explorer (A network connection is needed, just not the net)
-Hard Drive (Needed for PC games, but we are talking console games here)

[Rndm_Perfection]

It's just a debate folks, now get back on subject. (in regards to page 3)

*thinks* And lemme know when more updates on the PSP come out. As stated before, I'm very interested in it. Portable RPGs of good quality *drools*. And I almost settled with GBA which carries but a few.

[Idiot]

Whoa, this is a bit heavy for me at this time of the day.....

[tarakan69]

Originally posted by TheGame
You missed the bold "PC" before I said games huh? ;)

What you get on a PC that you don't need for "console" games:

-Keyboard
-Mouse (more so than the keyboard)
-Monitor (must we buy a new TV that doesn't have a tuner for a new console? Nope, just use your old Muli-purpose one)
-Speakers
-Internet explorer (A network connection is needed, just not the net)
-Hard Drive (Needed for PC games, but we are talking console games here)

That's like saying you need a
1. TV
2. Controller
3. Power Cord
4. Scart Cable

when you buy a console. A PC is multifuntional machine. It's philosophy of being derived from workstation.

PCs are proffesional equipment geared by Microsoft to casual that don't know how to use more than 1% of it. Want to type, watch moves, browse the net?? Get Macintosh...

PC are a lot more than what you imagine.