{"id":3005543,"date":"2008-08-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2008-08-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"urn:uuid:d6251d35-a883-4964-b9dd-ca00348d6c1e"},"modified":"2008-08-21T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2008-08-21T00:00:00","slug":"new-psp-playstationportable-comes-with-advanced-high-contrast-lcd-screen-and-built-in-microphone","status":"publish","type":"press-release","link":"https:\/\/sonyinteractive.com\/en\/press-releases\/2008\/new-psp-playstationportable-comes-with-advanced-high-contrast-lcd-screen-and-built-in-microphone\/","title":{"rendered":"New PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Comes with\nAdvanced High Contrast LCD Screen and \nBuilt-in Microphone"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tokyo, August 21, 2008 <\/strong>\u2013 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that it would launch a new PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) handheld entertainment system (PSP-3000) featuring an advanced LCD that further improves the very popular, high resolution PSP display. The new PSP will be available in stores in Japan, Asia, North America and Europe from October 2008. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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While inheriting the basic design and functionality of the current \u201cslim and light\u201d PSP, the image quality on the new LCD screen is dramatically enhanced, and a built-in microphone is added to meet the PSP users\u2019 demand to enjoy games and content with voice input functionality without the use of a separate microphone.to accommodate more games, movies, graphics, music, photos and other entertainment content \u2013 all for the same price. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Offering the highest-level contrast ratio, response time, and wider color gamut possible on a portable LCD screen, the new PSP is capable of displaying movies and photos in more natural and vibrant colors on its high resolution 4.3 inch wide screen. The new LCD screen adopts an anti-reflection technology, which enables users to see the screen more clearly in well-lit places, even when used outdoors. The built-in microphone will allow users to easily enjoy games that utilize a microphone*1<\/span>, as well as Skype\u2122*2<\/span> and other communication tools. Through these additional and upgraded features, not only will the PSP user experience improve, but content creators also will have more flexibility to develop creative, entertainment content for the new PSP.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Further expanding PSP\u2019s entertainment capabilities, the video-out port*3<\/span> is also expanded to output gameplay in interlace format, which will allow new PSP users to enjoy games on non-progressive TVs by using separately sold cables. With the current \u201cslim and light\u201d PSP, games can be displayed on progressive TVs only. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In addition to the basic \u201cPiano Black\u201d color, the new PSP will also come in \u201cPearl White\u201d and \u201cMystic Silver\u201d*4<\/span> to meet variety of lifestyle and preference of all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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PSP is gaining overwhelming support from a wide range of users from all over the world through its exciting lineup of software titles as well as the introduction of color variations and network services. Since the launch of \u201cslim and light\u201d PSP in September 2007, the expansion of the PSP platform has been further accelerated, and more than 41 million units have been sold as of June 2008. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCEI will continue to expand the PSP platform and create a new world of computer entertainment with the new PSP, building on the strong lineup of new game titles launching through the holiday season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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*1  Microphone function can be used on games that are compatible with headsets.<\/span><\/p>\n

*2  To enjoy Skype on PSP, users will require a Skype account, Memory Stick Duo\u2122, a wireless Internet connection and a Headphone with Remote Control (PSP-S140) or Skype-compatible headphones. Users are recommended to speak closely to the microphone (approx. 10cm from the microphone).<\/span><\/p>\n

*3  Video output cables (AV cable\/ S VIDEO cable\/ D Terminal AV cable\/ Component AV cable) are sold separately. Product lineup may differ by country\/ region.<\/span><\/p>\n

*4  Color variations may differ by country\/ region.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable) (PSP-3000) Product Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Product name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
External dimensions<\/td>\nApprox. 169.4 x 18.6 x 71.4 mm \/ 6 \u00be x \u00be x 2 \u00be in (width \u00d7 height \u00d7 depth) (excludes largest projection)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\nApprox. 189g \/ 6.7 oz (including battery pack)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CPU<\/td>\nPSP CPU (System clock frequency 1-333MHz)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main memory<\/td>\n64MB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Display<\/td>\n4.3 inches (16:9) full-transparent type, TFT drive,
\n480 x 272 pixel, Approximately 16,770,000 colors displayed\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sound<\/td>\nBuilt-in stereo speakers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main input\/ output<\/td>\nWireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b)(Wi-Fi)
\nHi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini-B)
\nMemory Stick PRO Duo\u2122
\nAnalog Video Out
\nMicrophone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main connectors<\/td>\nDC IN 5V connector
\nDC OUT connector
\nvideo out\/headset connector
\nUSB connector
\nMemory Stick Duo\u2122 slot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Key\/ Switches<\/td>\nDirectional buttons (up\/down\/right\/left), analog stick,
\nAction buttons (triangle, circle, cross, square), L\/R buttons
\nSTART button, SELECT button, PS button
\nPOWER\/HOLD switch, WLAN switch
\ndisplay button, sound button, volume (+\/-) buttons<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power sources<\/td>\nLithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack
\nAC adaptor
\nUSB power supply<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Internal disc drive<\/td>\nRead-only UMD\u2122 drive<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supported profile<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Game
\nUMD\u00ae Video<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access control<\/td>\nRegion code, parental control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wireless communications<\/td>\nInfrastructure mode
\nAd hoc mode (connects up to 16 consoles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied accessories<\/td>\nAC adaptor
\nBattery pack (1200mAh)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Supported codec (in Memory Stick)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Video<\/td>\n\u25cfMemory Stick Video Format
\n\u3000 -MPEG-4 Simple Profile (AAC LC)
\n\u3000 -H.264\/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile (AAC LC)
\n\u25cfMP4 File Format
\n\u3000 -MPEG-4 Simple Profile (AAC LC)
\n\u3000 -H.264\/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile- CABAC
\n\u3000  only – (AAC LC) \/ Baseline Profile (AAC LC)
\n\u25cfAVI
\n\u3000 -Motion JPEG (Linear PCM or \u03bc-Lau)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Music<\/td>\n\u25cf\tMemory Stick Audio Format
\n\u3000 -ATRAC3\u2122
\n\u3000 -ATRAC3plus\u2122
\n\u3000 -MP3
\n\u25cfMP3\uff08MPEG-1\/2 Audio Layer3\uff09
\n\u25cfMP4\uff08MPEG-4 AAC\uff09
\n\u25cfWAVE\uff08Linear PCM\uff09
\n\u25cfWMA\uff08Windows Media\u00ae Audio 9 Standard only\uff09\u203b4<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Photo<\/td>\n\u25cfJPEG\uff08DCF2.0\/Exif2.21compliant\uff09
\n\u25cfTIFF
\n\u25cfBMP
\n\u25cfGIF
\n\u25cfPNG<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

*4 WMA Playback feature needs to be enabled.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable) \uff08PSP-3000\uff09 Color Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)
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\nPiano Black<\/span>(PSP-3000 PB)<\/td>\n		\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)
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\nMystic Silver<\/span>(PSP-3000 MS)<\/td>\n		\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)
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\nPearl White<\/span>(PSP-3000 PW)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
Product name <\/td>\nPSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Color name<\/span>
\nProduct code<\/span><\/td>\n		Piano Black
\nPSP-3000 PB<\/span><\/td>\n		Mystic Silver
\nPSP-3000 MS<\/span><\/td>\n		Pearl White
\nPSP-3000 PW<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/h4>\n

Recognized as the global leader and the company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufacturers, distributes and markets the PlayStation\u00ae game console, the PlayStation\u00ae2 computer entertainment system, the PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) handheld entertainment system and the PLAYSTATION\u00ae3 (PS3\u00ae) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is an innovative handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer level processing power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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PlayStation, PLAYSTATION, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. UMD (Universal Media Disc) is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
\nMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
\nWindows Media is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and\/or other countries. Skype is a trademark of Skype Limited.
\nAll other trademarks are property of their respective owners.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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