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gaming
Razer Moray+ Gaming Headset Has Mic Dongles for DSi, DS Lite and PSP
Razer's original Moray headphones were good for $40—Moray+ adds a mic and has dongles so you can mouth-breathe into your PSP or DSi/DS Lite for $60. But, uh, how often do you wanna do that? [Razer]
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Comment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: The term "mouth-breathe" made me think of a breathalizer. That would be a pretty cool PSP feature. 1 Responses | Other threads
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psp
Rumor: PSP2 Already In the Works, About as Powerful as the First-Gen Xbox
Eurogamer's Spanish outpost is claiming to have "insider sources" that know all manner of stuff about a forthcoming PSP2, which is alleged to have Xbox-like graphics capabilities. Too soon? Probably. Iffy? Quite. Intriguing anyway? Well, sure. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by dallasmay2: How is this surprising? Of course they already have it in the works. What do you think that Apple only... 8 Responses | Other threads
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bad ideas
Sony Promotional Image Shows Some Dangerous Behavior
Sony's new press image is all fun and cheeky until that model drops his PSP into the tub and ends up with a seriously embarrassing obituary. [Kotaku]
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By Adam FrucciComment by DayWeSpilledThePaint_GitEmSteveDave: Wait,wait. How can this guy have legs/forearms that hairy, yet a chest so smooth? That just doesn't make... 17 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Sony Opens "Official Licensed Product" Program For PSP, PS2, PS3 Peripherals
Sony will soon start slapping their new seal, seen at left, onto approved third-party peripherals for their game consoles. This could mean a) more vetted, decent accessories or b) nothing at all, except higher prices and some new stickers. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by martini1992: Not very imaginative is it... 1 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Nikkei Reports Sony Is Working On Famed PlayStation Phone
Nikkei, one of the largest media conglomerates in Japan, is reporting that Sony has been working on a combination cellphone/game system for nearly a year. It's a rumor we've been hearing for years, so what's different this time? More » -
roundups
Our Favorite Kotaku Posts of the Week
As a Friday treat, I'm going to load up some Magic: The Gathering on XBLA and curse that the deck customization is gimped. But what has Kotaku been up to all week? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Gargamel: I loved Michael Jackson's Moonwalker for Genesis. I still have my copy in my closet along with my old Genesis.... 5 Responses | Other threads
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playstation 3
The Biggest Game Publisher Threatens to Ditch PS3/PSP
This is bad. The prisoners have grabbed the keys. Activision Blizzard, the world's largest producer of video games, is publicly threatening to abandon Sony's PS3 and PSP platforms. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: Sony needs to pull something out of their ass if it wants to remain a 10 year console. Lower prices,... 32 Responses | Other threads
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change
How Our Game Platforms Will Change In 2009
PSP, DSi, and Xbox 360 owners can expect their consoles to gain some new abilities over the next month — many for no added cost. We've broken down the big changes coming. [Kotaku]
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Comment by MrBionic: And all of them for U.S. Region only (on the 360). heh. Ok, I'm guessing, but it's not such a wild... 12 Responses | Other threads
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psp go!
Sony to Offer New Digital Copies Of Your Old UMD Games
So what will happen to all of your old UMD games if you buy a PSP Go? You'll be able to procure digital copies of those discs, maybe even for free. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Andre Ondre: They will charge you for getting it again, just like they did with blu-ray (remember those dvd versions you owned)... 9 Responses | Other threads
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e3 2009
Hands On: Is The PSP Go! Too Small?
I just finished groping the PSP Go! After a few minutes with the new handheld, I know why Sony is keeping the classic PSP intact. Updated with video. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Solertia: You were so close Sony, SO CLOSE. And then you said that it would be 250 fucking dollars. Good luck... 18 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Everything You Need to Know About the PSP Go!
The PSP Go! is official and it looks great. Check out the features of what could potentially be a Nintendo DS—and iPod Touch—killer, along with the Playstation and Media Go store. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: Why is it that they decided to make the price the same regardless of exchange rate? 19 Responses | Other threads
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e3 2009
Sony's E3 Keynote Liveblog Archive
Sony's E3 press conference is about to start, and we're here waiting to see what they'll announce. PSP Go!? PS3 Slim? Who knows?! We're starting now. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Eric Zhu: The leaked design of PSP GO is terrible.Hope it's fake. 3 Responses | Other threads
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image cache
PSP Go A Dead Ringer For South Park's Eric Cartman
Either Eric Cartman has started eating electronics or the design folk at Sony have some explaining to do regarding how they thought up the PSP Go. [Thanks, Joel!]
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By Jack LoftusComment by Gaetan Massun: I want to see a special edition in those colors :D P.S.: I'm sorry for using my Facebook, I'm in a... 11 Responses | Other threads
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psp go
So the PSP Go Is Basically a Sony Mylo 2 With Gaming Then?
The PSP Go leak confirmed two things: that the device was real and that it's coming at E3, and that Sony's experience with the Mylo internet device wasn't going to be wasted. They look almost exactly the same. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Thaddeus: Still no dual analog?!? What the hell SONY?! 12 Responses | Other threads
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psp go
PSP Go Leaked: Slider With 16GB of Flash Storage and Bluetooth
Live images have leaked of Sony's PSP Go, set to launch at next week's E3. Looks like those rumors were true: It's a UMD-less slider with 16GB of memory, and it'll ship this fall. No price yet, but that should come with the official announcement next week. Update with video: More » -
playstation
Ars: PSP Go! Will Be Announced at E3, Sold Alongside Old PSP; PS3 Slim Is Real, But Far Off
Ars Technica has it from a "very well-informed mole" that the rumored flash-based PSP Go! will be announced at E3, and later sold alongside the current model. As for that PS3 Slim, it's real too, but don't expect an announcement next week. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Dilpickle1: Well of course the Ps3 Slim is real. It happens every time. PSX PSone (smaller) PS2 PStwo (smaller) PS3 PSthree (smaller) 12 Responses | Other threads
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unconfirmed
Sony Is Clearly Considering Digital PSP Game Rentals
In a move that could completely reshape the gaming industry, Sony is said to have approached developers about a digital rental plan for the PSP. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by eXo: $50 for the ability to rent from a selection of about 10 games worth playing? Or $50 for a pandora battery... 4 Responses | Other threads
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psp
Rumor: Sony Working on a PSP Music Store
CNET's sources say Sony is mulling a PSP music store, to be integrated into the PlayStation Network. In light of other rumors, it's starting to sound like Sony wishes this whole "PSP" thing had gone down differently. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by pinolo: I think the article sums up Sony's major mistake very well. They were, and to some extent still are, to... 2 Responses | Other threads
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playstation
Sony Ericsson Claims PlayStation Phone "Could Happen"
It may or may not be wishful thinking on the part of a struggling company, but Sony Ericsson president Hideki Komiyama claims that a PlayStation phone, similar to the existing Walkman and Cybershot phones, "could happen". [FT via Kotaku]
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By Mark WilsonComment by tande04: Eh SE has the same problem Nokia does. The sad fact is in the US you have to play... 4 Responses | Other threads
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psp homebrew
PSP 3000 Homebrew is Here Now
Although the Datel Blue Tool boots your PSP 300 into service mode, it's not a real service mode that let's you install and run homebrew. This latest TIFF Exploit, however, is one step closer. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Leno: Nice. I wonder if this would work on the newer 2000 models? 3 Responses | Other threads
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mods
Mouse-Controlled PSP Proves That No Two Devices Are Safe From Forced Mating
This video shows that, with enough hacking, you can control PSP games with a PS/2 trackball mouse. Incidentally, it also shows that you probably don't want to. [PSPFreak via NowhereElse]
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By John HerrmanComment by ZaxxonQ.com: Dude did all of that and couldn't even go with an optical mouse? 0_o 5 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
New PSP to Get Memory Stick HG-Micro Slot in Addition to On-Board Storage?
We've already heard the rumors about the new UMD-free PSP to be unveiled at E3. Now the rumors say that it might not be internal storage only, adding a Memory Stick HG-Micro slot as well. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by switchblade saints: i think this is a bad move. They need to try and take a bite out of Nintendo's market and... 9 Responses | Other threads
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emulation
PXP-900 Is a PSP That Plays Tons of Emulation Games
If you're a fan of the PSP look and form factor but eschew the 3D graphics for NES/SNES and Gameboy-level sprites, the PSP-900 is $90 worth spending.
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By Jason ChenComment by Kaiser-Machead: This is almost as unwholesome as schoolchildren flying kites at night. 6 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Rumor: New UMD-Less PSP Hardware to Launch At E3, Christened "PSP Go!"
We've heard rumblings of a new PSP sans UMD in the past, and sources have now confirmed the rumor and added a date of announcement: E3, merely a month away. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by agscala: No added joystick ARE THEY OUT OF THEIR MINDS? 15 Responses | Other threads
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mediasmart
HP MediaSmart Windows Home Servers Can Now Stream Videos, Unprotected DVDs to iPhones, PSPs
The HP MediaSmart EX485 and EX487 Windows Home Servers just received an update patch to enable video streaming over the internet by way of video conversion.
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By Jason ChenComment by SJRNWT: Mannn I wish Microsoft would loosen up a lil bit and let us WinMo people have a lil fun too... "But... 4 Responses | Other threads
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patents
If Sony Makes This PSP-Controller Car, I Will Buy It
A Sony patent application reveals a very neat implementation of the PSP. Imagine a camera-enabled car you can drive around...through an augmented reality race course. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Xeno: The camera should be able to tilt up for the pervert view. 4 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Next PSP Due Before Christmas, Will Feature TWO Thumbsticks??
We've heard that a new PSP will be coming with a sliding touchscreen. Now Pocket Gamer has said they've confirmed the rumors with a developer working on the platform. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by ZetaCrossfire: Wait if they ditch the UMD will we be reinburst for the games we already own? I own 10 PSP... 15 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
FREE SHIPPING on Koitoy Universal ISO Game Player
FREE SHIPPING on 3000 pieces Koitoy Universal ISO Game Players. A canned be missed deal! More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OPHICERMANGO: Oh I love Koitoy. My favorite game is the one where you hack one of the best sites and make... 4 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Sony Registers 'PS Cloud' Trademark, Points To Internet-Based Products
Sony Japan just filed a trademark for "PS Cloud", which, along with some other US PTO filings, point to internet-based "entertainment services" like accessing games online. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by urbanturban666: id rather have the game running locally...save some bandwidth... 2 Responses | Other threads
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xmb
If You Love/Hate Sony's Xross Media Bar, Blame This Guy
We're not sure if this is true, but Yasuhiro Yamanaka of Sony Computer Entertainment claims that he "designed PSP and PS3 User Interface all by myself." You can blame him for everything. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by bosskev: It's not a Mac. It's not a PC. It's a game console. As such I don't need (or want) it... 7 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
PSP Cobra Stand, Or The Falconer 2020
Any layman can "use" a piece of electronics. But it takes a real technophile to bond with the device, like a falcon, or better still, a cobra. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by strider_mt2k: More like a "Nat King Cobra" stand. "SSSSSSSSSS-You suuuuck!" 4 Responses | Other threads
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unconfirmed
The PSP to Feature the World's Largest Comic Book Store?
Sony recently conducted one of their infamous product surveys that not only made mention of the PSP PlayStation Store selling comic books, but actually played this video demoing the media on the PSP: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by phoenix6666: Hopefully things are formatted so that one panel fits on the screen at a time. 3 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Citroen Announces PSP Edition SUV, to Only Run on Proprietary Sony Gas
Get excited, European Sony and SUV fans! Citroen's new C-Crosser PSP Edition SUV is designed with you in mind. Both of you. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by Kaiser-Machead: I'm still waiting for a Super NES Edition Subaru WRX STi so I can play F-Zero at red lights. 7 Responses | Other threads
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cellphone
Cool8800C Cellphone Is Like a Flip-Out PSP That Plays NES Games
Color me surprised: A $140 Chinese cellphone that, even while looking PSPishly cheesy, brings a great flip-out gamepad design and Nintendo Entertainment System games, along with a whole bunch of great features. More » -
psp
Sony Considering Official, Non-Playstation Emulators for PSP
While everyone's getting all worked up about the possible death of UMD, Sony is going around telling people they want to bring classic, non-Sony games to the PSP, just like the homebrewers. Oh?
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By John HerrmanComment by antchil: First off i would like to say this is a great idea, second, how can they legally pull this off? 5 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
Sony Not Denying Plans for a PSP 2 Without UMD
In an MTV interview with John Koller, head of PSP marketing in the US, Sony should have set the record straight on those nasty PSP 2 rumors. But they didn't.
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By Mark WilsonComment by Crispy Aardvark: Wonder what the format for game purchases will be? Large format Sony Memory Stick / Duo? Or more mainstream CF? 15 Responses | Other threads
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unconfirmed
The PSP 2 Will Ditch UMD, According to Developer
According to a developer from Acclaim, the still unannounced PSP 2 will be ditching the UMD format. From his Twitter and Facebook accounts:
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By Mark WilsonComment by Kaiser-Machead: If it turns out to be true, then thus ends the limping cripped life of the UMD format, soon to... 11 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
New PSP to Feature Sliding Screen, Same Guts?
There's a new rumor floating around about an upcoming PSP redesign. It predicts a complete aesthetic redesign, including a sliding screen, but no new hardware inside. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by shalegac: I never played anything on my PSP other than old NES ROMS 11 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
50 Million PSPs Have Sold Worldwide, I Melodramatically Ponder What It All Means
It's hard to believe, given that you rarely see someone actually playing one, but 50 million PSPs have sold worldwide—an install base just barely above that of the Nintendo Wii. Surprising metric, no?
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By Mark WilsonComment by craig_16: I reckon at least 25 million of them haven't been taken out of their desk drawer (or equivalent) for the... 7 Responses | Other threads
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psp
A First Glimpse of How the PSP Will Integrate to PS Home
While our PSP wish list has yet to be fulfilled, one game called The Idol Master SP (PSP) will offer PSP users a new level of PS Home integration.
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By Mark WilsonComment by TheCrudMan: It's been so long since I've used my PSP our found it remotely relevant that I've almost completely forgotten that... 6 Responses | Other threads
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