August 25, 2005

Sony adds Web browser to PSP mobile game device

Sony Computer Entertainment America has finally launched Firmware 2.0 for North American users. The software upgrade will allow wireless Internet access on the device, including a new Web browser to connect to news, entertainment content, online searches and e-mail reports Reuters.

The software is also built to increase data security on the device and enhance digital photo-sharing and video playback capabilities, the company said.

August 23, 2005

PSP-MSHHS

Princeton Japan has announced PSP-MSHHS, a new case to protect your Song PSP, while boosting your speakers. The PSP-MSHHS features a plexi casing and a cradle in which you can charge the device and that connects the speakers.

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August 15, 2005

PSP Rhythm Composer

PSP Rhythm Composer is a homebrew drum machine for the Sony Playstation Portable.

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August 14, 2005

Future Sony Playstation Portable or PSP functions?

With the release of firmware 2.0 in Japan, which adds a number of new functions to the Sony PSP, Sony Computer Entertainment is already considering new functions. In the latest issue of Famitsu, SCE software platform development chief Izumi Kawanishi gave some clues as to what could possibly be implemented in future updates for the handheld reports Game Spot.

Future Sony Playstation Portable or PSP functions?
Improve the PSP's movie-viewing experience by adding a function to watch streaming videos. Include Digital Rights Management functions in a future update, which will allow for paid content to be watched on the handheld.

August 8, 2005

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc is suing online retailer Lik-Sang.com, for selling PSP consoles.

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc is suing online retailer Lik-Sang.com, for selling PSP consoles.

Sony of Europe alleges that Lik-Sang.com has breached Sony's Trade Mark rights by offering the PlayStation Portable (PSP) for sale to customers in the UK, and seeks a court order that would prevent Lik-Sang.com from selling or offering systems, games and accessories to customers in the UK and the European Economic Area (EEA).

Sony further claims copyright infringement and damages by mirroring the freely available PSP manual on the news section of Lik-Sang.com during early June.

via GameBink

August 3, 2005

Logic3 Sound System

Logic3 Sound System, a combined portable 2.1 speaker system and recharging docking-station designed exclusively for Sony's PSP to create a 'mini theatre' to play movies or music.

# 2.1 Sub-woofer Speaker System
# 12 Watts RMS
# Operates from AC Adaptor (included) or Batteries 4xAA (not included)
# Internal 3D surround sound processor
# Docking station for PSP re-charging
# Blue soft-light illumination
# 3.5mm Stereo line-in for playing other audio devices like MP3, MD, CD player. etc
# Dimensions: 104 x 278 x 38mm (H x W x D)
# Weight - 550g
# 3.5mm Stereo Line-in (Cable provided) to allow gameplay , or play back of other audio devices including MP3, CD player, MiniDisc etc.
# Carry Case for Sound System & PSP console.

via DAP

August 2, 2005

Sony PSP Web Browser Hits U.S. On Aug. 12

The official North American release date for Sony PSP Firmware 2.0 will be August 12th. A statement released by Sony recommends that North American consumers download the version "that has been fully tested and authorized for use with North American PSPs."

via ET

August 1, 2005

Portable TV, a new service which will provide Japanese consumers with downloadable video content for the PlayStation Portable

Sony has launched the first phase of Portable TV, a new service which will provide Japanese consumers with downloadable video content for the PlayStation Portable - starting with free content, but moving on to paid-for TV episodes.

Portable TV is being operated through Sony's ISP company, So-net, and takes advantage of the inclusion of the high quality H.264 video playback functionality in the new PSP firmware which was released today reports GamesIndustry