Author Topic: Sony US hardware announcements (Read 17187 times)

Flames_of_chaos · « **on:** August 20, 2008, 12:43:18 PM »

The new PSP 3000 has an updated LCD screen "with a wider color gamut and anti-reflection technology," and will also sport a built-in microphone and Skype software. Otherwise, it's the same form factor as the PSP-2000.

They're also announcing the new 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack, which includes the system, 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo, and a voucher to download Everyday Shooter, all for $199.99.

The Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters Pack we heard about at E3 will also include the PSP 3000 in Mystic Silver. It includes R&C, National Treasure 2 on UMD, and an echochrome voucher. It will be available on October 14th for $199.99.

Piano Black system-only packs will be available later in the year for $169.99.

Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune PS3 Bundle with 160GB PS3 System

The 160GB PS3 system announced at the GC will be available here as part of a new limited-edition bundle that includes the hardware, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune game, a PLAYSTATION Network voucher for PAIN, and a DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller. We’re hearing from a lot of you that more PS3 storage space is important, particularly since the launch of our video delivery service, and this new model delivers more memory and a whole lot of content packed-in. The 160GB PS3 has all of the same functionality as the new 80GB PS3 that’s popping up on retailer shelves now, but obviously has twice the HDD space, so you can build levels to your heart’s content in LittleBigPlanet, download a ton of videos, and still have room for your entire music collection. The Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune 160GB PS3 bundle launches in November for $499.99 (MSRP).

PS3 Wireless Keypad

Lastly, we’ve announced a new Wireless Keypad for PS3 that will make text communications and Web browsing much easier. The Wireless Keypad snaps onto the top of a SIXAXIS or DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller and comes with some cool features, including a mode that turns the main key area into a touch pad (similar to a touch pad on a Laptop computer). Once in this mode, you can slide your finger on this area to move the cursor on the screen and tap to enter. There will be two short cut buttons on the Keypad that will enable users to jump directly to the XMB’s “Friends” icon and the “Message Box” during gameplay. The Wireless Keypad will launch in late November.

Last but not least, the Wireless Keypad is a Bluetooth device that can not only be used with the PS3 system but with any other Bluetooth enabled device that has Keyboard functionality. You will be able to use it with your smart phones and other portable devices that are equipped with Bluetooth. With the PS3 system, it can be paired and charged seamlessly just by connecting them with a USB cable.

Bill Aurion · « **Reply #1 on:** August 20, 2008, 01:27:31 PM »

In other words, another pointless SKU...They'd do better by just dropping the PSP to the DS' price, but noooooo...

Halbred · « **Reply #2 on:** August 20, 2008, 03:02:15 PM »

Screw you, Sony. I was happy to get rid of my PSP Phat to get a PSP Slim, but why do you keep improving the technology and releasing a newer version? It's annoying is what it is. I won't buy this, but I WILL grit my teeth in anger.

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #3 on:** August 20, 2008, 03:56:34 PM »

Well Halbred the only big advancement is a built in microphone for skype if you want to ease a little of your frustration.

Halbred · « **Reply #4 on:** August 20, 2008, 04:29:15 PM »

Skype on the PSP? Yay. I'd rather use it on my more-reliable PC, thankyouverymcuh. I'm one of those old coots who thinks that the PSP is a gaming device, not a multimedia center. That's what my computer is for, and, to a lesser extent, my PS3.

Bill Aurion · « **Reply #5 on:** August 20, 2008, 04:35:20 PM »

Quote from: Halbred on August 20, 2008, 04:29:15 PM

I'm one of those old coots who thinks that the PSP is a gaming device, not a multimedia center.

It's too bad that Sony seems to disagree...

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #6 on:** August 20, 2008, 05:30:08 PM »

Skype a feature because of a firmware for ever PSP model you just need a headphone headset, hell I think the official DS headphone mic works because it uses the same jack input.

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #7 on:** August 20, 2008, 06:22:18 PM »

Modified thread name and original post to accommodate 2 other Sony announcements.

NinGurl69 *huggles · « **Reply #8 on:** August 20, 2008, 09:02:59 PM »

The keypad looks like it fits nicely over a CROTCH.

DAaaMan64 · « **Reply #9 on:** August 20, 2008, 09:28:01 PM »

Quote from: NinGurl69 *huggles on August 20, 2008, 09:02:59 PM

The keypad looks like it fits nicely over a CROTCH.

Witty yet obviously observation, the PS controller has equaled dick since it's very existence.

NinGurl69 *huggles · « **Reply #10 on:** August 20, 2008, 10:29:13 PM »

Waiting for hardware reviews to gage whether it's super absorbent or not.

KDR_11k · « **Reply #11 on:** August 21, 2008, 03:01:20 AM »

Reviews will just keep calling it "sexy" for some reason (money hats).

ShyGuy · « **Reply #12 on:** August 21, 2008, 03:06:57 AM »

the keyboard is sexy? I think the hot new next gen accessory is going to be a mouse or possibly an all-in-one printer.

Ceric · « **Reply #13 on:** August 21, 2008, 11:18:12 AM »

Now where do you use it like a touchpad over the the keys?

UltimatePartyBear · « **Reply #14 on:** August 21, 2008, 11:52:30 AM »

Quote from: NinGurl69 *huggles on August 20, 2008, 09:02:59 PM

The keypad looks like it fits nicely over a CROTCH.

And here I thought I was weird because the first thing I thought when I saw it was "What's with that crotch hook?"

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #15 on:** August 21, 2008, 12:25:48 PM »

I don't know about you guys but that looks awkward and I rather use my PS3 logitech keyboard for all my 3 systems (it uses a USB dongle).

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #16 on:** August 21, 2008, 09:03:27 PM »

I'd have to use the keypad to actually determine whether or not it's comfortable to use. It sure doesn't look like it. No matter, the keypad was made for the sole purpose of matching Microsoft peripheral-for-peripheral anyways, so let the 5 people that buy it knock themselves out.

As for the PSP, it really has no impact for me since I already have a Skype mic. It's one of those announcements that's totally non-news, although I guess you could now use the PSP as a self-contained VoIP phone, which is kinda cool...for people that don't own one yet and are in the market for one (e.g. people in Japan).

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #17 on:** August 22, 2008, 10:54:16 AM »

That keypad looks like ****.

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #18 on:** August 22, 2008, 12:14:05 PM »

I think it actually looks cool, but I don't know if it's useable or not.

GoldenPhoenix · « **Reply #19 on:** August 22, 2008, 12:15:24 PM »

Quote from: Silks on August 22, 2008, 12:14:05 PM

I think it actually looks cool, but I don't know if it's useable or not.

It looks like it will revolutionize gaming like Resistance!

Athrun Zala · « **Reply #20 on:** August 22, 2008, 02:29:46 PM »

ugh, at least MS' Jaguar Controller seems comfortable...

Morari · « **Reply #21 on:** August 22, 2008, 02:33:27 PM »

Quote from: Flames_of_chaos on August 21, 2008, 12:25:48 PM

I don't know about you guys but that looks awkward and I rather use my PS3 logitech keyboard for all my 3 systems (it uses a USB dongle).

That's nothing! Try this instead!

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #22 on:** August 22, 2008, 02:37:59 PM »

Haha I always wanted one of those solely for the kitsch factor.

vudu · « **Reply #23 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:34:24 PM »

UncleBob has one. Maybe two.

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #24 on:** August 22, 2008, 04:00:39 PM »

Quote from: vudu on August 22, 2008, 03:34:24 PM

UncleBob has one. Maybe two.

Why am I not surprised?

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