New Model PSP-3001...............hmmmmn??

Kintarō Hattori

I wasn't even aware that Sony were working on a new PSP but it seems that there have been rumours about the new model PSP-3001 for quite some time. The only thing however is there doesn't seem to be any major difference between this and the current slim model. No wireless N, no GPS, no second analogue stick etc.

So why would Sony even bother with this latest version of the PSP?



http://www.engadget.com/2008/08/14/unspectacular-psp-3001-outed-by-the-fcc

KTRIC

Seen two of these in the flesh just 10 minutes ago. Didn't notice any difference to be honest. Visually they look the same.

Kintarō Hattori

KTRIC wrote: »

Seen two of these in the flesh just 10 minutes ago. Didn't notice any difference to be honest. Visually they look the same.

How did you manage that, or is it a secret?! :eek:

gloobag

Kintarō Hattori wrote: »

I wasn't even aware that Sony were working on a new PSP but it seems that there have been rumours about the new model PSP-3001 for quite some time. The only thing however is there doesn't seem to be any major difference between this and the current slim model. No wireless N, no GPS, no second analogue stick etc.

So why would Sony even bother with this latest version of the PSP?

It's the exact same, just with cheaper parts. Sony, like every other hardware manufacturer these days, is desperate to cut costs and increase profit. I guarantee you there'll be no price drop, even though it costs them significantly less to build now.

Trust me, if Sony had an actual "new" revision of the PSP coming, we'd know all about it.

ongarite

Supposedly meant to be unhackable also. Pandora won't work with them.

Kintarō Hattori

gloobag wrote: »

Trust me, if Sony had an actual "new" revision of the PSP coming, we'd know all about it.

True enough but there was speculation that this model would include stuff such as GPS, dual analogue sticks etc.

KTRIC

Kintarō Hattori wrote: »

How did you manage that, or is it a secret?! :eek:

Yep, I'd have to kill you if I told you. Then someone would kill me and then possibly rape my corpse just for good measure.

noodler

Are you working in Ireland at the mo KTRIC?

You have perked my curiosity now. Come on, give us a hint.

animaX

Dark Alex was getting bored so sony wanted to give him something to do. Sony are nice!!