PSP Slim Redesign

[Rocko]

Ah, I see.

Well drat. I wonder if Gamestop will have any clue when they're getting it in.

[Rei no Otaku]

They'll know at least the night before. We get our shipping info before the packages. It just depends on the mood of the manager when you ask. Lots of the time they may not feel like checking...

Anyway, I'm sure an email will be sent to stores very shortly outlining the release. I'll check when I go in Wednesday.

[FatBoyInside]

Yeah, both my local GameCrazy & Gamestop have no idea when the slims are coming in, let alone the launch date. As a result, no pre-orders will be taken and will be sold first come, first serve. Best suggestion was to call periodically for any updates. I'm a sad panda.

[bob330i]

Yeah, both my local GameCrazy & Gamestop have no idea when the slims are coming in, let alone the launch date. As a result, no pre-orders will be taken and will be sold first come, first serve. Best suggestion was to call periodically for any updates. I'm a sad panda.

Interesting. My GC had them in their system and it allowed me to preorder the StarWars bundle the week after E3. I wonder if they changed their policy.

[cochesecochese]

Damn mang, I am impatient about this. Maybe I will just order a ceramic JPN unit instead of dealing with the star wars bundle and all the associated bullshit that will come with it (e.g. buying a new battery cover to get rid of the Darth one)

[RelentlessRolento]

very good overview:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/clips/psp-2k-video-walkthrough-294786.php

in a bit he'll have video impressions as well of it hooked up to a TV...

[Rei no Otaku]

Damn, I want that silver one. Problem is I already have Daxter, more than enough memory (I have memory sticks I haven't even opened that I got on sale), and I don't like Family Guy. So I'd basically be paying an extra $30 for a color. So tempting though...

Edit: Though I'm thinking I could trade that stuff in and recoup most of the losses.

[Rocko]

I called Gamestop last night for kicks, asking when this releases.

One said he had no idea. Fair enough.

The other said it had a release date in Europe and wasn't slated for the US yet.

*headdesk*

I guess I'll call on the 10th and ask if they have 'em in. If they don't, well, I'll call back the next day.

[RelentlessRolento]

video of movies and games:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/clips/psp2k-playing-video-and-games-294895.php


it makes sense that the graphics on a bigger screen don't look as good though. No complaints... now I gotta get an HDTV >_< I wanna play Monster Hunter Freedom 2 on a Nicer Screen!

[imascrub]

yea after seein the silver, me wants it too :(
I got in on the 4gb pro duo dealio at fry's that was up a couple weeks back so I believe I'm set for all the storage I need. I love family guy and all but I don't think I'll be watching it much, and same with Daxter I don't think I'll be playing it much. I've instead got Monster Hunter Freedom 2 preordered from overstock which should hopefully ship soon...

[CouRageouS]

I'm lost, so theres no concrete date for yet? I'm waiting for the white one, but I'd still like to know. Anyone know if the Oct 9/10th release date for the Star Wars pack is true?

[rickonker]

Anyone know if the Oct 9/10th release date for the Star Wars pack is true? Well that's also when the game is supposed to release so it makes sense.

[PenguinMaster]

http://psp.ign.com/articles/816/816852p1.html

Sounds like crappy AV support to me. It requires a component 480p capable TV/Monitor but it pillarboxes and letterboxes the screen to be 480x272. Therefore it will only be using about 42% of a 640x480 screen. People were saying HD output, 272p is far from HD.

[Radioactive_Man]

As far as I know, GS hasn't said shit about the PSP lite, I would assume they are trying to get rid of the old shitty ones.

[Wolfpup]

http://psp.ign.com/articles/816/816852p1.html

Sounds like crappy AV support to me. It requires a component 480p capable TV/Monitor but it pillarboxes and letterboxes the screen to be 480x272. Therefore it will only be using about 42% of a 640x480 screen. People were saying HD output, 272p is far from HD.

People who were saying "HD" didn't know what they were talking about. They thought component meant HD for some reason.

I'd obviously prefer it to use the full screen, but I can see why it can't. It would have added to the cost of the system, for a feature not everyone would use (and it's the first portable in a decade that I can think of that directly connects to a TV, so it's not like we can complain much). Come to think of it, the Gameboy Player for the Gamecube didn't do full screen either, if I'm remembering right.

[Halo05]

People who were saying "HD" didn't know what they were talking about. They thought component meant HD for some reason.

I'd obviously prefer it to use the full screen, but I can see why it can't. It would have added to the cost of the system, for a feature not everyone would use (and it's the first portable in a decade that I can think of that directly connects to a TV, so it's not like we can complain much). Come to think of it, the Gameboy Player for the Gamecube didn't do full screen either, if I'm remembering right.

You're right. It has some pretty big borders and whatnot. Which is a shame. I don't expect it to be widescreen but I'm paranoid about using my GBP on my new TV (it's a plamsa) because I don't want a "Press Z Button" image burnt into the screen.

Anyhow, hopefully Amazon will have a deal on the component cables once they've been out for awhile. They don't sound like they'll be worth the whole 30 bucks at this point.

[rickonker]

http://psp.ign.com/articles/816/816852p1.html

Sounds like crappy AV support to me. It requires a component 480p capable TV/Monitor but it pillarboxes and letterboxes the screen to be 480x272. Therefore it will only be using about 42% of a 640x480 screen. People were saying HD output, 272p is far from HD.
This makes it unusable for some TVs. Too bad, I was looking forward to the TV output.

[PenguinMaster]

Come to think of it, the Gameboy Player for the Gamecube didn't do full screen either, if I'm remembering right.

No, the Gameboy Player didn't do full screen. But that was more understandable being that it was an odd aspect ratio and extremely low resolution picture at 240x160. It still streched the 240x160 to a much higher resolution and it didn't require component cables nor 480p (but supported both).

[FatBoyInside]

PSPFanboy just received the new PSP Slim and was gracious enough to field test it in order to answer some of your most demanding questions. Here's the summary:

1. Volume output identical with old model.
2. Ships with Firmware 3.60 which adds USB charge, new background colors, and display settings for TV output.
3. Unfortunately, PSP 3.60 version still does not support 640x480 videos.
4. Loading from UMD still produces some scratch noises like older model.
5. Files from mem stick still loads around the same time on XMB.
6. LCD screen on PSP Slim appears to be identical; ghosting can still be seen.
7. Web browser hasn't been improved on the new PSP.
8. Still can't view slideshow and have music at the same time.
9. Wi-fi range still nearly identical.
10. Buttons have a better feel with slightly more resistance, a good thing.
11. When viewing games on a TV, it will be framed. Roughly 70% of the TV screen will be viewable (a 61" HDTV will have a 42" picture with a black border). However, the upscaling of the game screen is top-notch...nearly PS2 quality. UMD videos are good...but not as good as upscaled DVDs, though.

Many more questions will be answered in a few days in their PART 2 Coverage. Cheers!

[Rocko]

Grr, the fact that it's so close to launch and I can't guarantee myself a copy at Gamestop angers me! So looking forward to this- I have TWELVE games!

[gunm]

Play-asia has opened up orders for the Import Slim, including the FF Crisis Core model ($400--cheaper than NCSX at least).

So for those of you who don't care about region 1 UMD movies and just want the Japan-only colors...I guess go for it:

http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-14-71-12x-49-en.html

I'd act quick if you really want a Crisis Core bundle... :p

[Halo05]

Using GS credit Rocko? Because as far as I know, Amazon is still doing preorders.

[Cao Cao]

People who were saying "HD" didn't know what they were talking about. They thought component meant HD for some reason.

I'd obviously prefer it to use the full screen, but I can see why it can't. It would have added to the cost of the system, for a feature not everyone would use (and it's the first portable in a decade that I can think of that directly connects to a TV, so it's not like we can complain much). Come to think of it, the Gameboy Player for the Gamecube didn't do full screen either, if I'm remembering right.
Unfortunately, the Kotaku and IGN previews confirmed my worst fear: The games require progressive scan. This means that even if an SDTV (480i) has a component input, it still won't play games, since it's still an interlaced picture. You'll need at least an EDTV (480p) or HDTV for progressive scan.

I guess the easiest way to check if your TV can display progressive scan is to look at the component input on the TV or in the manual. If it's labeled Y-Cb-Cr or RGB, then it is likely that it is a normal component input, and the TV cannot use progressive scan. If it's labeled Y-Pb-Pr, then the TV can use progressive scan.

For those with SDTVs, I guess there are only a few options available:
A) Wait for Sony hackers to find some way of running the games in interlaced mode.
B) Hope that someone will release a VGA box. Even CRT monitors are capable of Progressive scan.

Also, the PSP2k is not the first recent portable to connect directly to a TV. That title would likely belong to the GamePark GP2X (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GP2x), a system from Korean company that has a very active homebrew community. I believe that using an A/V cable, you are able to stream MP3s, movies, and even the games and emulators to the TV screen.

[PenguinMaster]

B) Hope that someone will release a VGA box. Even CRT monitors are capable of Progressive scan.


It's highly unlikely that there will be a PSP specific VGA box or cable released. But if you really want to use TV-Out that much you could buy a Component-to-VGA Transcoder (which go for $50+).

[Wolfpup]

No, the Gameboy Player didn't do full screen. But that was more understandable being that it was an odd aspect ratio and extremely low resolution picture at 240x160. It still streched the 240x160 to a much higher resolution and it didn't require component cables nor 480p (but supported both).

That was connected to a whole seperate system though, and just using it's connections. And the Playstation Portable's games are low resolution too in relation to the HDTV you're probably playing them on now.

To do scaling or interlaced stuff in games, Sony would have had to add some kind of separate scaler or processor to handle just that function, which would add to the cost of the system for a feature many wouldn't even use.

They can most likely do those things in movies, etc. because they don't require the PSP's full power to do, and can use it's existing CPUs to process that, which isn't possible in games.

[PenguinMaster]

That was connected to a whole seperate system though, and just using it's connections. And the Playstation Portable's games are low resolution too in relation to the HDTV you're probably playing them on now.

To do scaling or interlaced stuff in games, Sony would have had to add some kind of separate scaler or processor to handle just that function, which would add to the cost of the system for a feature many wouldn't even use.


Any thing that's 480p will run fullscreen (except the PSP) so the HDTVs highest resolution doesn't really matter. GBA games were streched from their native 240x160 resolution to at least 480x320 (more than 4 times the size).

Didn't they just make a new system largely for TV-Out capabilites? Why else are people buying these new systems?

http://gear.ign.com/articles/666/666034p1.html
This PSP2TV can modify an original PSP to output fullscreen and interlaced, if they can do it, so can Sony.

[Rocko]

Using GS credit Rocko? Because as far as I know, Amazon is still doing preorders.
Yep, sure am. I traded in a bunch of shit during promos so I could get this for free. :lol:

[FatBoyInside]

Part 2 Summary of the Q&A Coverage on the PSP Slim by PSPFanboy & Joystiq:

1. Most games don't noticeably load faster (possible reason is that those games haven't been optimized for the increased RAM in the new PSP slim, but expect future titles to benefit)
2. Video out cables must be purchased separately ($20 - $30).
3. As of right now, there's only 3 versions coming out in the US : Core Package in black ($170), Daxter Bundle in silver ($200), Star Wars Bundle in custom white ($200).
4. One of the best improvement is how much lighter it weighs.
5. Slightly thinner than a DS Lite, but still the same width as the old phat PSP model.
6. Older battery will work with PSP Slim, but it will require the purchase of a new battery cover for the protrusion.
7. Is it worth the purchase if you already have the old PSP? Heck YEAH!!!! Only if you want to be the koolest dude on the block! (j/k)

That's it for now...stay tuned for more Q&A sessions up til the official launch in early Sept. BTW, here's the summary from Part 1 Coverage:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3298585&postcount=519

[gunm]

Play Asia reports that the Slims arrived in HK stores on the 30th, a good two weeks before the Japan and US launches. They have some comparison photos here (http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-17-71-7o-74-1hk-49-en.html), as well as some of their own thoughts about the redesign and what it might mean to consumers.

Wonder why HK got these already? Ah well, I'm already committed to Amazon for the Daxter Entertainment pack. Can't wait to sync that little guy up with my PS3.

[nekobi]

Gyah, I really hope the release date for the black core isn't the 20th. :( I noticed BestBuy doesn't have it listed, but it does have the silver Daxter bundle, so I wonder. But Amazon lists the black one as release on the 10th. I am so confused. =\

[Blackout]

I was at a couple GS and EBs and a lot of people were asking about "psps" but the lady said they were sold out. I guess they were talking about the old one, but I thought it was out because a lot of people were asking for "new psps". I guess I was wrong by reading this thread.

[Chitown021]

Looks like the Daxter bundle is going to be listed in next week's Target Ad. I wonder if that means most stores will release them mid week but Target will "hold" them for the ad kinda like they've done with the Wii in past weeks?

[leehom]

Next week is the release date . 9-10-07 . Falls on a Monday .

[FatBoyInside]

Has any system launch in retail stores ever included a bonus gift on release day? I slightly recall that during the launch of the phatty PSP @ BB...they passed out coupon booklets. I might get in line there. (I also remember an XBOX 360 bonus disc w/ coupons ... but they ran out fast, then conveniently re-appeared after the coupon expiration date.)

[mykevermin]

I don't see any external ports that the slim has that the fat PSP doesn't. If the strange port next to the headphone jack is what is used for the TV output, then why wouldn't the PSP fat be able to do it (since it has the same port)? If it can, screw the slim, I'm just buyin' component cables.

[Rei no Otaku]

I don't see any external ports that the slim has that the fat PSP doesn't. If the strange port next to the headphone jack is what is used for the TV output, then why wouldn't the PSP fat be able to do it (since it has the same port)? If it can, screw the slim, I'm just buyin' component cables.
I think it has something internally that it uses for TV out as well. The slim ships with firmware 3.60 that has all the options for TV out, and I believe the fat is not going to get that firmware.

[Milkyman]

I think it has something internally that it uses for TV out as well. The slim ships with firmware 3.60 that has all the options for TV out, and I believe the fat is going to get that firmware.

yeah and I'm pretty sure i read that your existing psp wired remote won't work on the new psp

[primetime]

I don't see any external ports that the slim has that the fat PSP doesn't. If the strange port next to the headphone jack is what is used for the TV output, then why wouldn't the PSP fat be able to do it (since it has the same port)? If it can, screw the slim, I'm just buyin' component cables.

Look at the difference between the number of pins between the fat and the slim inside that port. That's the reason why it won't work for the fat-the slim port has more pins.

[Rocko]

Gamestop showing Daxter bundle as shipping today.

http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=020281

Called my three stores, all said no date yet. Sigh.

[xeex]

Gamestop showing Daxter bundle as shipping today.

http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=020281

Called my three stores, all said no date yet. Sigh.

Their description of the Daxter bundle is a bit odd. Headphones, component and normal AV cables are included instead of the Family Guy UMD and a 1GB memory stick?

I think I'd rather have the bundle Gamestop describes, assuming it's for real.

[zman73]

Looks like I will be selling off 2 of my 3 psp's to buy one of these (the tv connectability is what sold it for me, and I'll finally getting a ds lite)

[Halo05]

Seems like that's got to be the wrong description. Sony didn't include two sets of cables in their "main" system, I don't think they'd do it for their portable system.

I can already tell my PSP games are going to be taunting me even more than they do now until the Star Wars bundle comes out. Stupid taunting games.

[gunm]

It's ironic that Amazon was among the first to offer US pre-order, but now it looks like they'll be among the last to actually ship. :p

Shit, GS and BB and more are all getting theirs out today? Ah well, the things I will put up with for no tax/free shipping...

[FatBoyInside]

It's true, the Ice Silver Daxter Bundle are available in stores now...so grab them if you can't wait. My local Walmart has rows of them. The Piano Black Core version will be out later in September. I live in the Midwest near Chicago...PM me if you want to know the particular WM.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v479/nice_busboy/daxter.jpg

Sadly it appears that the Family Guy UMD and Daxter Game come in truncated cardboard sleeves packaging with the NOT FOR RESALE imprint all over the covers. Drat! And double drat!! Same goes for the SW: Renegade Squadron Bundle in Oct.

[Rocko]

Sadly my three Gamestops don't have them.

[leehom]

My Target didn't have them. Going to call a few places before I go out now.

[Chitown021]

I'm going to try and pricematch the price error on the Target.com webpage with Wal-Mart if they're in stock in KC.

[Rocko]

Just bought one at Target, but I really shouldn't've. I think I'll keep it sealed and wait to see if GS gets it in tomorrow.

[redline]

Going to search for one tomorrow. Went to TRU and CC today and picked up SOCOM 2, LEGO Star Wars II, Lumines II, Untold Legends, and Wipeout Pure all on the cheap ($8-$14).

[FatBoyInside]

Can you guys also report back if you find the official Sony PSP-2000 Component AV Cables (8.2ft) in stock? It's supposed to be $19.99 MSRP, I believe. Thx.

[Lost_In_Shadows]

Has anyone played a slim one yet? I wanted to see if the pad is better or not. Some info on that :D

[Rei no Otaku]

Cancelled my Amazon one, and ordered it from GS. I'm going to return it in store, then trade my old one in and buy back the one I returned.

I wouldn't suggest anyone else trying this, but I work there so I can pull it off.

[cochesecochese]

If the star wars bundle is going to have the game inside a paper sleeve as well, then fuck it I'm importing a ceramic.

[GizmoGC]

Just waiting to see if this can be downgraded...c'mon guys...

[primetime]

Just waiting to see if this can be downgraded...c'mon guys...

Pandora's battery won't work in its current state. You might have to wait a while.

[Kendal]

So, how do the games look on the TV? I must know now! I am getting one ASAP. I will keep my big one for my homebrew apps(SNES goodness) and the slim one for playing LAIR on. ;)

[ecmazza]

Just bought one at Target, but I really shouldn't've. I think I'll keep it sealed and wait to see if GS gets it in tomorrow.


did you get it for the target.com $169 list price??

sorry if this has been addressed earlier (whether target is actually selling 'em for that price or not)

[FatBoyInside]

If the star wars bundle is going to have the game inside a paper sleeve as well, then fuck it I'm importing a ceramic.

Import now, buddy. No original game case in the Star Wars Bundle, as well.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v479/nice_busboy/pspswars-bundle-set.jpg

Ecmazza, you would need to pricematch the Target webpage to get the $169.99 price at Target stores or any other B&M storefronts. It will be YMMV, but good luck.

[CouRageouS]

Fuck thats crap. I might as well import too. Can't sell/trade in the game so that sucks. At least I won't have that Darth pic on the back.

[Rei no Otaku]

Of course you can trade in the game.

[GizmoGC]

Pandora's battery won't work in its current state. You might have to wait a while.

I give the hackers...2 weeks. 2 weeks and it will be hacked in some way so I can play NES games on it...can't wait.

[RelentlessRolento]

I would love to get one now, but I want piano black... I am still pissed logitec has yet to make a case for the new model. Also, how much is a PSP traded in going for? is it still roughly $70?

[cochesecochese]

Import now, buddy. No original game case in the Star Wars Bundle, as well.

Well fine but only if you stop calling me buddy. That shit is pissing me off.

[tenzor]

so with the new PSP's video output I know it can output UMDs or videos to the TV, but can it do it for the PSP games so I can play Metal Gear Portable Ops on my big screen?

[whoknows]

so with the new PSP's video output I know it can output UMDs or videos to the TV, but can it do it for the PSP games so I can play Metal Gear Portable Ops on my big screen?
Yes, yes you can.

At least according to earlier posts in this thread :-P

[imascrub]

games via component only
movies via anything

[whoknows]

games via component only
movies via anything
I guess it's assuming too much that the system comes with the component cables?

[AndrewCP]

I would love to get one now, but I want piano black... I am still pissed logitec has yet to make a case for the new model. Also, how much is a PSP traded in going for? is it still roughly $70?

Well it's $70 at my local Game Crazy. I think FYE gives you $60 credit and $50 cash and GameStop might give you $60 also (not sure about this one).

[BladeZ]

Has anyone found one in the NY region? I want to pick it up today, preferably at a $169 PM'ed price...

Update:

CC's on LI seem to all have them. I tried BB, WM, Target and all said no. Of course it is early. Let's see if CC will PM this printout...

[tenzor]

anyone who gets a chance to use the video output on the new PSP with a PSP game please post impressions. I want to know if it looks good playing a PSP game on the big screen.

[rscaramelo]

anyone who gets a chance to use the video output on the new PSP with a PSP game please post impressions. I want to know if it looks good playing a PSP game on the big screen.


I've had no inclinations to "upgrade" but if this feature works well I'd reconsider.

RC

[b3b0p]

You can only play the games with the actual PSP on the TV, correct? There is no controller plug like the Nomad?

[Halo05]

You can only play the games with the actual PSP on the TV, correct? There is no controller plug like the Nomad?

That'd be awesome wouldn't it. So many PSP games would be better if you could just use PS2 pads. Sadly, it's not an option as far as I know.

The sad Star Wars news now has me scratching my head about trying to get in on the 169.99 Daxter bundle. I really don't need another memory card but I don't have the game yet... Grrr.

[BladeZ]

I just got one at CC with PM at $166.99+tax. Sweeeeeeet.... They were all scratching their heads as to why Sony would do this, but alas, gave me the price anyway and kept my printout. Good luck, this is an awesome deal.

:hot:

[dallow]

I thought you could use Pandora battery, it just sticks out and you need the optional bigger backing for it.

[Rocko]

Well, no luck at any Gamestops around here, and I really want to play the one I got at Target last night. I might open it and return the Gamestop one ar Target when they get them.

I'm not even bothering with the $30 misprint at Target. They wouldn't do it, and I don't think BB or CC even has them here.

[Cao Cao]

I give the hackers...2 weeks. 2 weeks and it will be hacked in some way so I can play NES games on it...can't wait.
Floodgates Breaking - PSP Slim Firmware Hacked (http://kotaku.com/gaming/floodgates-breaking/psp-slim-firmware-hacked-297042.php)

[elwood731]

That was extremely quick for a hack. Wow, these guys need real jobs ;) Joking.

[crunchb3rry]

Too bad Dark Alex quit. Well, it wasn't his fault, more the fault of all his fanboys that constantly put his personal info out there. All but the home address for Sony to mail the subpoena.

I'm thinking of trying that M33 firmware on my normal PSP. Then maybe I'll get this in a few years when it's cheap as hell and upgrade the Slim to official firmwares. The old PSP for tinkering, the new one for "legit" stuff.

[yuckfou]

Fuck thats crap. I might as well import too. Can't sell/trade in the game so that sucks. At least I won't have that Darth pic on the back.
i haven't follow the PSP news for like 2 years now, and planning to get an import as well since it has better color selection....
so any cons for getting an import psp other than it can't play a US UMD ? (no region lock for games rite? )

[nekobi]

Anyone spot a black slim PSP in stores yet? I still don't see it listed on Besy Buy or GS/EB websites. =\ I ordered from Amazon but I would rather just pick one up in a store..

[FatBoyInside]

Couldn't get the PM @ Walmart, but no biggie...just glad to have it earlier than expected. Unfortunately, the black core version and the component cables were nowhere to be found . Found an FYE with 1 daxter bundle remaining in Chicago southside, so throw me a PM if someone wants the locale.

Time to work up a list of PSP games to grab @ CC next week during the crazy B1G1 50% off promo. Any suggestions?

BTW, here's Part 3 Summary of the Q&A session on the PSP-2000 presented by PSPFanboy:

1. Component cables for TV connection are not included; it will cost roughly $20 separately.
2. The UMDs in the Daxter & Star Wars Bundles are packed in cardboard sleeves and marked "not for resale".
3. Battery charge time will be the same as the phat PSP.
4. The silver version seems to have improved coating, so fingerprints won't stick as easily. However, the LCD screen is a dust/smudge magnet like before.
5. The PSP-2000 slim will shake loosely inside the old Logitech case.
6. Old Sony earbuds are not compatible with PSP-2000 slim.

[Rocko]

Here's a picture I took of the one I grabbed at Target last night, in an attempt to provide another source for those wondering what the exact color of the silver one is.

I can't tell you how it compares to the old PSP since this is my first, but I <3 it. analog stick will take some getting used to, though. Odd position. I see like zero fingerprints on it, though, which is good. Damn black DSL.

I hope they release another Playgear Pocket thing, I want to keep it in that so the screen stays safe (using the Katamari case for now, pictured somewhat).

http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/4603/1011671fs7.th.jpg (http://img292.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1011671fs7.jpg)

<3 this PSP!

Edit: Is it normal for the analog nub to make a slight clicking noise when moved in a certain direction, and make the slightest pop out of place? :-k

[leehom]

Your fingers are too strong. You need to be gentle.

[MaskedPlague]

I bought the Daxter pack today at the local BB. Then I checked out TRU and grabbed Lumines 2, Killzone: Liberation, and the Godfather on clearance. I am excited to play Lumines II.

[Cao Cao]

Too bad Dark Alex quit. Well, it wasn't his fault, more the fault of all his fanboys that constantly put his personal info out there. All but the home address for Sony to mail the subpoena.

I'm thinking of trying that M33 firmware on my normal PSP. Then maybe I'll get this in a few years when it's cheap as hell and upgrade the Slim to official firmwares. The old PSP for tinkering, the new one for "legit" stuff.
It will be interesting to see what the homebrew community comes up with; the article mentioned that the authors now have access to double the memory. That, combined with the TV-Out function, would make for some excellent programs, especially in the emulator department. Think about it: a "Virtual Console" that you can take anywhere.

[leehom]

How do I access the demo's? I'm downloading them to my computer first because it's much quicker. Then I'm going to dump it on the memory stick. Do I unzip the folder than place the folder on the MS or do I take the files out and drop them in the MS?

[Gameboy415]

The silver one looks pretty slick.

I really have no interest in Daxter or the Family Guy UMD so maybe I'll nab a Japanese one.

I was considering getting the FFVII one, but I know I'd never want to play it for fear of scratching it up. :lol:

[CouRageouS]

I have $230 in credit at GS to burn and its getting very tempting. I don't get to tackle my short stack of PSP games unless my bro is in town. I must have a white one though, all my electronics have the white i-look.

[imascrub]

I bought the Daxter pack today at the local BB. Then I checked out TRU and grabbed Lumines 2, Killzone: Liberation, and the Godfather on clearance. I am excited to play Lumines II.

Went to two TRU's today looking for some clearance but they had absolute crap :(

[redline]

Now I can't decide between the silver Daxter pack for $199 or the slim black one and a 4 GB memory card for about $210. I'll probably have to see the silver one for myself to decide.

[Wolfpup]

I finally ended up preordering the sliver one from Amazon. I'd still rather have a different color, and already have Daxter, but I'd rather have silver than black, I guess.

I think now it says I'll have it on the 11th. Good timing as I'm down to my last Playstation 2, and last DS (actually GBA) game.

[Rocko]

Your fingers are too strong. You need to be gentle.

That's strange, since if I press harder it doesn't make the noise.

[Blackout]

It is still the same smudgey style skin right?

[FrankTheFrowner]

I hope they release another Playgear Pocket thing, I want to keep it in that so the screen stays safe (using the Katamari case for now, pictured somewhat).

http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/4603/1011671fs7.th.jpg (http://img292.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1011671fs7.jpg)

<3 this PSP!


So the original Playgear Pocket is too big, right? Are there any other hard-shelled cases that anyone can recommend?

[bob330i]

So the original Playgear Pocket is too big, right? Are there any other hard-shelled cases that anyone can recommend?

Nothing has been released for the slim as of yet....at least here in the US. Give it a month or two.

[Rocko]

...I have a dead/stuck pixel. ;_;

[nekobi]

Ugh, did anyone else notice the release date on Amazon changed to the 24th for the piano black core pack? :( My order still says delivery estimate: sept 11th, but I assume that will be updated soon to sept 25. >.< No stores seem to know when the hell they're getting the black ones in, this is very frustrating..

[Milkyman]

...I have a dead/stuck pixel. ;_;

that with controlls that may be off, i think you should exchange!

[Rocko]

that with controlls that may be off, i think you should exchange!

I was considering it, but the pixel is really barely noticeable. I'll consider contacting Sony if it gets worse.

[Rei no Otaku]

My Daxter bundle shipped! Yay!

Anyway, for those of you who are upgrading, I got a coupon for GS in my email. Gives an extra $20 when you trade in your PSP.

[redline]

...I have a dead/stuck pixel. ;_;
My silver slim has a stuck pixel too. Only one from what I can tell, and it's light blue so it's not too noticeable. This is a gorgeous system, I love the looks of it. So far I've only played a little Lumines II and watched one episode of Family Guy. I spent about an hour trying to get it to connect to my router, and I finally rebooted the router and then it connected fine. So far my only complaint is the volume isn't as loud as I'd like it to be. Might just be a limitation of the tiny speakers though.

[Rocko]

My silver slim has a stuck pixel too. Only one from what I can tell, and it's light blue so it's not too noticeable. This is a gorgeous system, I love the looks of it. So far I've only played a little Lumines II and watched one episode of Family Guy. I spent about an hour trying to get it to connect to my router, and I finally rebooted the router and then it connected fine. So far my only complaint is the volume isn't as loud as I'd like it to be. Might just be a limitation of the tiny speakers though.

Yeah, I love it as well. Is this your first PSP system?

I thought the volume was low as well while watching a Family Guy episode, but in Megaman Powered Up I actually turn it down.

[Chitown021]

Yeah, I love it as well. Is this your first PSP system?

I thought the volume was low as well while watching a Family Guy episode, but in Megaman Powered Up I actually turn it down.


I noticed that problem with my old PSP phat. Seemed like the movie volume was low but the game volume was loud.

[Rei no Otaku]

There's an option to make movie volume higher in the menu. Hit triangle while a movie is playing and look for the volume option. You can set it there.

[Foo228]

any word on this coming to costco?

that daxter bundle must be mine...

[Chitown021]

Awesome! Got BB to price match the bundle this morning! I'm not overly thrilled with the color but I couldn't pass up on getting it $30 off!

[Zmonkay]

Has anything been mentioned about games only working on the new design down the road? I wouldn't think that would happen, but Sony has done crazier things in the past. I have a PSP already just want to make sure that, for example, later firmwares won't be only for the light.

[Milkyman]

Has anything been mentioned about games only working on the new design down the road? I wouldn't think that would happen, but Sony has done crazier things in the past. I have a PSP already just want to make sure that, for example, later firmwares won't be only for the light.


If Sony did have such plans, theres no way they would tell you in advance.
It wouldn't make sense though to do this and cut out the owners of the original psp. If they were going to do that they should have just gone and added a second analog nub.

[redline]

Yeah, I love it as well. Is this your first PSP system?

I thought the volume was low as well while watching a Family Guy episode, but in Megaman Powered Up I actually turn it down.
Yep this is my first PSP system, not to mention my first Playstation system ever. I'm not an early adopter, I tend to wait for a redesign and price drop for electronics. I didn't really get into the GBA until the backlit SP came out two years ago. :lol:

[GizmoGC]

Anyone use the Component cables yet? I'm curious to see how good a game, and yes, even a UMD looks.

[Jesus_S_Preston]

So I hear the Daxter bundle is a "Limited Edition" bundle. How long are they running it for?

[Rocko]

Yep this is my first PSP system, not to mention my first Playstation system ever. I'm not an early adopter, I tend to wait for a redesign and price drop for electronics. I didn't really get into the GBA until the backlit SP came out two years ago. :lol:

It's my first PSP as well. I'm blown away.

[BladeZ]

I was able to get an empty PSP case from my firendly neighborhood gamestop. Anyone know where I can find a full Daxter label to printout??

[jling84]

Wow I'm a little unsettled after hearing about all the reports of dead pixels... I hope the FF7 PSP I ordered doesn't come with any dead pixels; it's not like I'll be able to exchange it. =(

[R1V3R5]

I was able to get an empty PSP case from my firendly neighborhood gamestop. Anyone know where I can find a full Daxter label to printout??

http://www.cdcovers.cc/

Just checked and they do actually have a Daxter cover available.

[Rocko]

I might throw my saves onto the computer and go exchange my unit if Target has any left next time I go by.

[Rei no Otaku]

Wow I'm a little unsettled after hearing about all the reports of dead pixels... I hope the FF7 PSP I ordered doesn't come with any dead pixels; it's not like I'll be able to exchange it. =(
You're pretty much not going to find a PSP without 1 or 2 dead pixels. It's not a big deal. 99% of the time you never notice it.

[imascrub]

I don't think mine has any dead pixels. Or maybe I do but I don't notice it lol

[yoursisterspretty]

This is my second PSP. I have a Ceramic White Japanese PSP (running 3.40 OE-A) and now a (pretty ugly) Ice Silver PSP Slim. I've gotten lucky and have had no dead pixels on either one of them. There's a few things I'd like to say about the differences between the two:

1) The weight difference is incredible.
2) Has anyone else noticed the increased brightness in the screen? It's obviously not the same screen, but maybe my old PSP just wasn't that bright...

[Rocko]

Ugly? :-k

[yoursisterspretty]

Ugly? :-k
Yeah, ugly. Impulse buy. Should have just waited to import a white one since I already have Daxter and a 2 gig stick (+a 256MB one). I think the silver looks cheap. I like the system though. I'll buy a replacement shell when they start making them.

[62t]

http://pspupdates.qj.net/Team-M33-teaser-PSP-Slim-CFW-3-60-coming-soon/pg/49/aid/102083

[yoursisterspretty]

http://pspupdates.qj.net/Team-M33-teaser-PSP-Slim-CFW-3-60-coming-soon/pg/49/aid/102083
Oh lord. Let that "soon" be like in 2 minutes from now. :applause::applause:

[Rocko]

Silver PSP looks pretty nice to me.

[GizmoGC]

http://pspupdates.qj.net/Team-M33-teaser-PSP-Slim-CFW-3-60-coming-soon/pg/49/aid/102083

That would be awesome. I would sell my current modded PSP and buy the slim in a heartbeat. Wonder if the Component cables would work for the emulators though? Time will tell...

[ksuwild25]

This is my first portable since the GBA years ago and I'm blown away at how slick everything looks. Haven't used it for very long though, since I don't like platformers so Daxter was kind of boring for the first 20 minutes (the graphics were great though). Plus I only watched Family guy for a minute or two just to see how it looked. I'm waiting to get a couple of cheap PSP games later, but I can't wait to try it out some more.

Also I didn't notice any dead pixels when I used the PSP.

[ksuwild25]

Silver PSP looks pretty nice to me.

You're not the only one. I think it looks pretty nice as well.

[yoursisterspretty]

That would be awesome. I would sell my current modded PSP and buy the slim in a heartbeat. Wonder if the Component cables would work for the emulators though? Time will tell...

I'm sure they would. Question would really be, full screen or letterboxed?

[FatBoyInside]

You're not the only one. I think it looks pretty nice as well.

I concur, the ice silver looks nice. Plus, fingerprints aren't as apparent on the silver surface.

[Halo05]

The silver is okay. If I thought I'd find a better/equal deal than the 169.99 PMed Daxter bundle, I wouldn't have bitten but seeing as how I didn't own Daxter and enjoy Family Guy (but don't own any of the UMDs/DVDs), I can overlook the color.

I generally play my portable systems in the dark before I go to bed anyways so it's not like I can see the color most of the time.

[akilshohen]

I really don't like the color, but I can live with it. It's looks more like glitter to me, and the texture of the system feels kinda cheap. I can't wait to get some cables so I can plug it into a TV.

[RelentlessRolento]

Still waiting for piano black... I don't like any of the other colors in all honesty but can see the appeal.

Any impressions on playing games on an HDTV? pics?

[Rei no Otaku]

Are the cables for sale anywhere?

[Wolfpup]

Are the cables for sale anywhere?

Amazon has them for preorder for just $15.

[AndrewCP]

I was planning on getting the black but now I want the white. I agree that white has become the new black and the white PSP now appeals to me more. I'm hoping the white slim gets the core treatment and without the Vader on the battery plate. And is it just me but are most people not really into the white PSP? Either way it's cool I guess, I wouldn't mind being the only one with a white Slim.

[terribledeli]

I apologize if this has been covered previously, but I have a question about the new design's compatibility with older accessories.

I was at Toys R Us earlier and they had the official Sony battery recharger for the original model on clearance. Would the slim design's battery pack fit into this charger? or is there new accessories coming soon?

[Rei no Otaku]

The battery should fit. The old version's battery fits in the slim and is usable, it just sticks out a bit so you can't put the cover on (special covers coming soon).

[yoursisterspretty]

Still waiting for piano black... I don't like any of the other colors in all honesty but can see the appeal.

Any impressions on playing games on an HDTV? pics?

Don't have the cables or an HDTV, but there's a thread @ neo-gaf that has a bunch of pics:

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=187547&page=4

I was planning on getting the black but now I want the white. I agree that white has become the new black and the white PSP now appeals to me more. I'm hoping the white slim gets the core treatment and without the Vader on the battery plate. And is it just me but are most people not really into the white PSP? Either way it's cool I guess, I wouldn't mind being the only one with a white Slim.

White was the whole reason I imported my first PSP. I guess I'll probably just buy a faceplate kit on this one if they ever come out (the silver is cheap looking and ugly).


I apologize if this has been covered previously, but I have a question about the new design's compatibility with older accessories.

I was at Toys R Us earlier and they had the official Sony battery recharger for the original model on clearance. Would the slim design's battery pack fit into this charger? or is there new accessories coming soon?

I heard that kind of charger will not work with the slim's battery. Standard chargers that plug in to the bottom of the PSP itself still work.

[cochesecochese]

I heard that kind of charger will not work with the slim's battery. Standard chargers that plug in to the bottom of the PSP itself still work.

Aw gay. I was depending on this.

[yoursisterspretty]

Aw gay. I was depending on this.

I forget where I read that at. But I just compared the two batteries and the notches on the battery itself are not the same. I'm assuming Sony purposely did this for whatver reason. Obviously the batteries are foward-compatibility but not backwards.

[takotchi]

There is a little sheet included with the package that says these items don't work with the new PSP:

headphone remote
wall charger
normal-size battery
large-size battery

So although some places mentioned they'd be offering some extra cover to fit the bigger batteries... I wouldn't hold my breath, since they pretty much just say "nope, not compatible" right there on the sheet. :cry:

[cochesecochese]

There is a little sheet included with the package that says these items don't work with the new PSP:
wall charger
normal-size battery
large-size battery

damnit

edit: now that i think about it, all caps isn't as funny as lowercase. not that it's even that funny to begin with.

[terribledeli]

thanks for the info everyone. I'm really glad I didn't just blind buy it earlier.

[zshadow]

Anyone see the Piano Black model in stores yet?

At E3 Sony said it was releasing on the 10th

Only Amazon is listing it... and for a Sept 24 release date. Amazon is usually wrong on dates though in my experience.

[gunm]

There is a little sheet included with the package that says these items don't work with the new PSP:

headphone remote
wall charger
normal-size battery
large-size battery

So although some places mentioned they'd be offering some extra cover to fit the bigger batteries... I wouldn't hold my breath, since they pretty much just say "nope, not compatible" right there on the sheet. :cry:

The batteries do work, despite the slight difference in the notches, and do require a different battery cover than the one supplied with the console.

This cover isn't available yet, as far as I know, though.

[takotchi]

I know they fit; my point was, since they decided to put this sheet in with all the new PSPs, I'm assuming there won't be a new cover (in the US at least) because their stance is it's not officially "compatible". :roll:

[Rei no Otaku]

Or they could just being saying that since out of the box it isn't compatible. Not that there will never be another cover. I could swear Sony already confirmed there would be. Wasn't it stated at E3?

[Milkyman]

can anyone post a photo of the new psp with the old battery in it? like laying flat on a table or as flat as it can with the battery bulge?

[Rei no Otaku]

Rolento posted a link to Kotaku with a video of someone showing off the new PSP. One of the things he did was put the old battery in. It should be a few pages back in the thread.

[RelentlessRolento]

Im still surprised at how little media there is on the psp to tv connection while playing games... can anyone post videos or pics of it in action a bit more?

[Rei no Otaku]

The cable isn't out yet T.T

[GizmoGC]

The cable isn't out yet T.T

Its been spotted around. Tomorrow is the 'official' release date, right?

[gunm]

I know they fit; my point was, since they decided to put this sheet in with all the new PSPs, I'm assuming there won't be a new cover (in the US at least) because their stance is it's not officially "compatible". :roll:

Why don't you wait a bit before assuming it's not going to happen. As Rei noted, they may just be disclaiming because it's "not compatible" out of the box.

[RelentlessRolento]

The cable isn't out yet T.T


NVM, makes sense then.

[yoursisterspretty]

I forget where I read that at. But I just compared the two batteries and the notches on the battery itself are not the same. I'm assuming Sony purposely did this for whatver reason. Obviously the batteries are foward-compatibility but not backwards.
Err, don't know if this was mentioned or not (not that it matters), but the slim's battery does not work in the regular PSP. Tried it out after hearing about the hacked FW and the instructions state two batteries are needed and I only have one. I guess that's why the charger doesn't work either.

[leehom]

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb41/humadragon/IMG_1027.jpg

[Milkyman]

Err, don't know if this was mentioned or not (not that it matters), but the slim's battery does not work in the regular PSP. Tried it out after hearing about the hacked FW and the instructions state two batteries are needed and I only have one. I guess that's why the charger doesn't work either.

actually you'll need three batteries an original phat psp and the new one to set it up. once a battery is converted to a "pandora" battery it won't function normally in a psp, its only use would be to recover from bricking or flashing firmware. but that's probably as much as should be said about it.

[yoursisterspretty]

actually you'll need three batteries an original phat psp and the new one to set it up. once a battery is converted to a "pandora" battery it won't function normally in a psp, its only use would be to recover from bricking or flashing firmware. but that's probably as much as should be said about it.

Only needed two batteries (phat and slim) and my phat PSP. I'm going to convert my Pandora back.

[Milkyman]

Only needed two batteries (phat and slim) and my phat PSP. I'm going to convert my Pandora back.

oh i didn't know you could convert your pandora battery back to normal

[yoursisterspretty]

oh i didn't know you could convert your pandora battery back to normal

Yeah, you just go into the battery creator and then hit L+R together (as long as you backed up your battery's settings on the MS which you do by hitting square (I think) in the program). It didn't take the first time so I freaked. Then I tried it again and no problems.

The whole process was a little nerve racking because I was risking my phat's battery and my brand new slim. But as long as you follow the instructions completely and carefully, no problem and it only takes about 30 minutes (like I said, I really took my time). What I didn't know when I started the process was that you need Windows to do it. Luckily I have it virtualized on my Mac.

If anyone is wondering I used the guide HERE (http://forums.maxconsole.net/showthread.php?t=78542). Pretty easy to follow.

[ashram]

Yeah, you just go into the battery creator and then hit L+R together (as long as you backed up your battery's settings on the MS which you do by hitting square (I think) in the program). It didn't take the first time so I freaked. Then I tried it again and no problems.

The whole process was a little nerve racking because I was risking my phat's battery and my brand new slim. But as long as you follow the instructions completely and carefully, no problem and it only takes about 30 minutes (like I said, I really took my time). What I didn't know when I started the process was that you need Windows to do it. Luckily I have it virtualized on my Mac.

If anyone is wondering I used the guide HERE (http://forums.maxconsole.net/showthread.php?t=78542). Pretty easy to follow.
i second the guide, it's great.... and works flawlessly!

[whoknows]

Got my slim today. It's awesome.

Shame I need another PSP to get custom firmware on it.

Now I need to pick up 2 games from the CC sale. Anyone have any suggestions?

[Rocko]

Got my slim today. It's awesome.

Shame I need another PSP to get custom firmware on it.

Now I need to pick up 2 games from the CC sale. Anyone have any suggestions?
I'm a new PSP owner (got the Daxter pack), and I'm having a blast with Megaman Powered Up, if you can find it.

Mana Knight posted a gigantic list of recommendations in the "PSP Must Haves" thread a little ways down on this page of threads.

[tenzor]

http://reviews.cnet.com/consoles/sony-psp-black-slim/4505-10109_7-32578716.html?tag=bubbl_3

the video review explains and shows the PSP to TV deal like how it would look playing a game and video. Good video for people wanting to know more about the new PSP slim.

[BladeZ]

Not to threadcrap, but this is what i've gotten so far, and i've barely had my new slim for a week. In addition to Daxter and Family Guy UMD.

Wipeout Pure
Burnout Legends
Midway Arcade Treasures Extended Play
Crush
Hot Shots Golf Open Tee
Jeanne D'Arc
Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception
Killzone: Liberation
MLB '07 The Show
Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX Tag Force
X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse

And on 10/10 (delayed?).... the reason I bought a PSP in the first place... FFT: War of the Lions.
I should check the Must Have thread to see how close I came :)

[Chitown021]

Hot Shots Golf is a MUST for any PSP owners. That game kicks ass! I've had it since I first bought my Phat and I still love it! There's a ton of items to unlock. Lumines and Lumines II are also pretty good. If you're a sports fan the MLB The Show games are excellent.

[RelentlessRolento]

I'm still holding out for the october release of the piano black... I just need the basics.

[GalacticAE]

So, is it confirmed that your TV doesn't have to be progressive to play games through the slim?

I have an SDTV with component inputs.

[Wolfpup]

So, is it confirmed that your TV doesn't have to be progressive to play games through the slim?

I have an SDTV with component inputs.

No, I'm pretty sure the exact opposite has been confirmed. The system would have to include more hardware to be able to convert it to something other than it's native resolution while playing games.

[Zoglog]

I ordered a slim but canceled it right after. Some people have reported it as feeling more cheap, but is that just because it's lighter? I know the UMD slot is much more simplified... but I think what really kicked it was that I was spending $200 for TV out and a better Dpad when I had a perfectly fine PSP already. Not like the slims are increasing in price anyway so if my fat psp ever craps out I can replace it.

[yuckfou]

Target got a price mistake on their website couple days ago, $169.99 for the daxter bundled. Took a screenshot of the webpage, and took it to BB and price match it. Got 3 of them, gonna sell it and get an import ceramic white.
Looking at the silver PSP from outside of the bundle box, the silver one looks fugly.... like a cheap plastic knock off.....



the reason I bought a PSP in the first place... FFT: War of the Lions.

I bought the phat one during launch, just play lumines on it.... then sold it after 1 year.
Now im gonna buy the psp again just to play FFT.

[imascrub]

if you don't like plastic knock offs i don't think getting any other color will help much. As far as I (or anybody else I think) knows, all of them wil be having the "glossy" "plasticky" feeling, even the japanese ones except just in 3 extra colors.

Being as this is my first psp though, this thing is pretty neat. Only thing is I dunno if it's the slimness or the placement of the buttons/analog nub or whatever, but sometimes my hands get cramped up/tired when playing.

[Rocko]

I'm going to try and return mine tomorrow at Target and hopefully get a unit without a dead pixel.

[Halo05]

I think people are equating the weight of the system with it feeling "cheap". I love mine, for me it seems like a significant step up from the original PSP. Games (which is what I bought it for, I could care less about the movies, music, etc.) play much better. I found a component cable today and that improves the gameplay even further. I played MGS:PO for an hour without any sort of hand fatigue which isn't something I could say about the old PSP. My current gripe is how small the game is on the TV. I have a 42 inch TV and MGS:PO took up maybe the middle 30 inches (measured diagonally).

[akilshohen]

So unless you have a HDTV you're SOL with playing it on a TV? Also, why are these cords so hard to find?

[Halo05]

So unless you have a HDTV you're SOL with playing it on a TV? Also, why are these cords so hard to find?

Yes to the first part, even SDTVs with component inputs won't be able to play games with the component cables.

The cords won't be hard to find in a couple weeks. It just seems like they got sent out a couple days after the silver PSPs.

EDIT - I got mine at the Target in Roanoke, VA. They had one left out on the shelf (along with 3 or 4 of the AV cable sets) after I left. Dunno if they have more in the back.

[RelentlessRolento]

I'm going to try and return mine tomorrow at Target and hopefully get a unit without a dead pixel.


try this before doing so... may fix it:

http://www.psp-vault.com/Article168.psp

[Rocko]

try this before doing so... may fix it:

http://www.psp-vault.com/Article168.psp

Please excuse my ignorance, but I download it to the computer, hook up the PSP through USB and put it on that way? Into any particular folder? :oops:

[RelentlessRolento]

Please excuse my ignorance, but I download it to the computer, hook up the PSP through USB and put it on that way? Into any particular folder? :oops:


I think yu can throw it in the video folder. that's all I know.

[Rocko]

I think yu can throw it in the video folder. that's all I know.
I don't have a video folder. Common, Savedata, System, and Game. That's it. And none of them recognize it, it seems.

[RelentlessRolento]

I don't have a video folder. Common, Savedata, System, and Game. That's it. And none of them recognize it, it seems.


go up one folder...

did you format your stick when you got it? it automaticly makes the right folders for you ahead of time.

[yuckfou]

if you don't like plastic knock offs i don't think getting any other color will help much. As far as I (or anybody else I think) knows, all of them wil be having the "glossy" "plasticky" feeling, even the japanese ones except just in 3 extra colors.

Being as this is my first psp though, this thing is pretty neat. Only thing is I dunno if it's the slimness or the placement of the buttons/analog nub or whatever, but sometimes my hands get cramped up/tired when playing.
i had a black phat psp before, the black ones look great, more like glass than plastic..... except theyre different with the new slim psp.

[imascrub]

hm i haven't seen or held the black psp slims (and been a long time since I held the old psp), but maybe it's cuz the black and white are solid colors that make it give off that look/feeling. The silver is kind of speckled like metallic paint on cars.

[Rocko]

go up one folder...

did you format your stick when you got it? it automaticly makes the right folders for you ahead of time.
"up one folder"?

And no, it would seem not, if I don't have a video folder.

Edit: Alright, I transfered my save data to the comp and formatted the stick via the PSP, and got the video on. I can't tell if it's a dead or stuck pixel, so if it isn't fixed after 15 minutes I'll just return it. Thanks for the help.

[doubledown]

Just curious, when you put files in the VIDEO folder, do they still have to be named the PSP name? I tried putting stuff in my Video Folder and it never works, I have to use the old format with a top level folder.

[Rocko]

Well, that video didn't fix my PSP, so I returned it to Target, took my money, and went to buy a new one at Gamestop with my $250 in credit. The new one has no pixel issues that I can see, and the analog nub doesn't click like the old one, so I believe my other unit had a faulty analog nub.

All in all a great swap, as I got to use my credit and get a better unit.

[RelentlessRolento]

I still am wating but today saw it for the first time in the wild... it's basically loaded everywhere.

[gunm]

Yeesh. Amazon finally shipped my slim. Via Parcel Post, which is a little disappointing as they usually automatically upgrade me to UPS 2day when the item cost is over $100. If I'm lucky it should get to me towards the end of next week, but maybe not until the following week. Oh well, Monster Hunter 2 will have to wait a little while longer.

[AndrewCP]

I've just heard that the d-pad has been greatly improved on the Slim. Has anyone tried it with any fighting games such as Street Fighter? From the photos it looks like it's raised a bit higher and looking at photos of the insides I'd say it looks like it is. The d-pad really sucked on the old one and even my friend who has a more recent manufactured old model, his also has d-pad issues (which I heard were supposedly fixed by now).

[Rei no Otaku]

I tried it with Tekken. All the buttons are better. They feel more sturdy. Also like you mentioned, the D-pad is raised up higher so it feels a lot nicer.

[gokou36]

Damnit, does anyone know when the piano black is coming out? I'm hearing Sept 24th, Oct 1st, and even November now.

[LancerEvoX]

I'm starting to really like the silver color now, I bought it yesterday, looked at the box for a few hours griping about it. Eventually I opened it, and it looks great. Reminds me of silver car paint, its pretty slick looking.

[Halo05]

I tried SFA3 with the new slim, it works much better. It's still no Saturn pad but it's a huge step up.

[MadFlava]

I finally bought a PS2 Slim today (the Daxter Bundle). I can now finally play all these games I have bought on clearance:
Valkyrie Profile Lenneth
Metal Gear Acid
Metal Gear Acid 2
Metal Gear Portable Ops
Darkstalkers
Street Fighter Alpha 3
Guilty Gear Judgement
Lumines
Lumines II
Ultimate Ghost N Goblins

Man, this is going to be a great month of gaming.

[imascrub]

I've just heard that the d-pad has been greatly improved on the Slim. Has anyone tried it with any fighting games such as Street Fighter? From the photos it looks like it's raised a bit higher and looking at photos of the insides I'd say it looks like it is. The d-pad really sucked on the old one and even my friend who has a more recent manufactured old model, his also has d-pad issues (which I heard were supposedly fixed by now).

i played a little SFA3 Max last night and the dpad feels amazing

[LancerEvoX]

I started looking closely at my silver PSP now, and I noticed that its actually painted, dunno if thats a good or bad thing. (As in, will it be able to take the abuse, or will the paint start wearing down from use like some laptops).

[Punk_Raven]

I know this has probably been covered already ( i'm lazy ) but can you do homebrew on the new PSPs? I remember I used to play a friend's PSP alot because he had a bunch of SNES, NES, and Sega games on there.

[b3b0p]

What do you guys mean by D-Pad is greatly improved? Can you expand on that thought a little more?

Huge Street Fighter/Darkstalkers fan here.

[AndrewCP]

Thanks for the responses, they were very helpful. I gotta get a Slim ASAP.

What do you guys mean by D-Pad is greatly improved? Can you expand on that thought a little more?

Huge Street Fighter/Darkstalkers fan here.

On the old PSP it's impossible to do special moves and stuff cause the diagonals usually wont register properly. Seems that that this has finally been fixed. Bugged the hell outta me and I can't wait to get my hands on the Slim so I can finally enjoy some fighting games on the PSP.

[yuckfou]

I finally bought a PS2 Slim today (the Daxter Bundle). I can now finally play all these games I have bought on clearance:
Valkyrie Profile Lenneth
Metal Gear Acid
Metal Gear Acid 2
Metal Gear Portable Ops
Darkstalkers
Street Fighter Alpha 3
Guilty Gear Judgement
Lumines
Lumines II
Ultimate Ghost N Goblins

Man, this is going to be a great month of gaming.
where di you get these clearance and how much ?

[LancerEvoX]

Has anyone bought any accesories for the PSP slim yet? I'm tempted to get a screen protector for the slim, but I haven't bought one yet (I'm tempted to get the current PSP ones, though hopefully getting a Hori or the Sony licensed ones).

[Draccius]

Does the Hori stick on screen protector for the original PSP fit on the PSP Slim without a problem?

[Wolfpup]

This is just a guess, but I would think so since the screen is the same size.

I've already got a fingerprint on mine. I never, ever know how I get fingerprints on my PSP :D

[Draccius]

This is just a guess, but I would think so since the screen is the same size.

I've already got a fingerprint on mine. I never, ever know how I get fingerprints on my PSP :D

That's what I was guessing. Man, I'm not looking forward to installing another one of those. :(

[Zoglog]

Screen protectors piss me off because of the bubbles.

[imascrub]

i don't suppose there are any travel/carrying cases for the slim yet?

[Seth Oriath]

i don't suppose there are any travel/carrying cases for the slim yet?

Not that I've seen yet.

The original case that I had when I got my original PSP (the one that came with the slip case, 32mb mem stick, Spider-Man 2, headphones, and all that jazz) worked, but compared to the phat PSP, it's loose. Of course, the phat PSP was so snug I thought it was gonna bust the seams of it, but this one's sliding around, which just goes to show how much slimmer it really is.

I decided to buy one of those $10 small zip cases from GameStop (got it for $3 used), and it fits perfectly even with the games in there too.

[MadFlava]

where di you get these clearance and how much ?

All my games are from clearances starting way back in winter of 2005.
The most recent deals I have found at Circuit City.
I got Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops for $12 during the CC 33% off clearance games.
Metal Gear Solid Acid for $8.96 and Ulitmate Ghost N Goblins for $5.43 during last weeks buy one hand held game get another at %50 off.
Check the TRU, CC, K-mart, and Target Clearance threads for list of clearanced PSP titles.

[Wolfpup]

i don't suppose there are any travel/carrying cases for the slim yet?

Or use one of the soft cases that are like most GB/GBA/DS cases. They provide more protection and fit just fine. I got mine years ago from Best Buy, but I can't remember the brand (pelican?)

[orangecrush]

I have a question for anyone with the composite video out cables: I have been able to encode videos for the PSP, but they seem to have to be in a 1.33ish aspect ratio (do not remember the exact dimensions) for the PSP to recognize the file. The PSP will stretch the normally widescreen image to display properly on the PSP screen. My question is this: when you use the composite out to a SD TV, does the image show up in 1.33 or the proper widescreen aspect ratio w/ black bars? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[AndrewCP]

Try pressing triangle while watching the video and go to display. I always had to do that to watch my movies in their original aspect ratio.

[orangecrush]

I figured out my problem. Apparently, I can not do algebra. I was encoding in 320X240. I should have been doing 480X272.

[LancerEvoX]

I just saw some dissection video/pictures of a PSP Slim and Lite. Now I'm afraid of my PSP dropping or some pressure being applied to my PSP. Though the interior design reminds me a lot of a DS lite. I guess sacrifices had to be made to cut back on weight though I wish they kept the metal frame in there for structural support.

[-Never4ever-]

Sorry if this has been answered in the thread already, but is Homebrew possible on the slim PSPs?

I only ask, because I see custom FW options for PSPs . . .

[Gara]

Sorry if this has been answered in the thread already, but is Homebrew possible on the slim PSPs?

I only ask, because I see custom FW options for PSPs . . .

It is. Downgrading requires the use of a psp fat but it's possible.

[Wolfpup]

I don't think I've posted my impressions yet. Been using my new Playstation Portable for a week now, and I LOVE it.

It's super crazy light, and feels even better in the hand than the first one. The first one's pad was IMO the best ever on a portable (although the original DS was close IMO), but this one blows it away.

The screen is better, even if they don't say it is.

I've only played Final Fantasy so far, but the caching SEEMS to work, and the drive stays spun down a shocking amount of the time. I've never had an issue with PSP load times, but I'm not going to object to them nearly doubling it's RAM! A portable with more RAM than an X-Box. Seriously cool :D

I like the silver color fine, and I'm glad I got it over black, but I'd still like white or blue or something.

Awesome, awesome system.

[Thomas96]

oh my, I didn't know that they doubled the ram. I really want the FFVII psp [wishing they'd release it in US] however, I could go for the SW [darth vader] PSP

[gokou36]

Is it true that japanese psp screens are sharper than other region ones? I wonder how the japanese dead pixel rate is.

Edit : Looks like Target has the piano black for sale(ymmv)
http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=psp&thread.id=3167738

[Chitown021]

Is it true that japanese psp screens are sharper than other region ones? I wonder how the japanese dead pixel rate is.

Edit : Looks like Target has the piano black for sale(ymmv)
http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=psp&thread.id=3167738


They need to do a price error on the Piano black system now (C'mon $30 off!)

I'd return my Daxter bundle and pick up a black system for $139.99:)

[decon]

We need a pricing error on the Star Wars Edition too!

[yuckfou]

I like the white one but hates the vader print at the back, so will battery cover i find on ebay works on this slim psp ?

[cochesecochese]

Nope. You gotta wait until they release the replacement cover mayne. If you get lucky you'll be able to get it by the time the Vader edition launches. I just imported a ceramic to avoid all that fuckin hassle.

Does anyone know if the psp lite battery works in the wall charger that's already out?

[Rags]

Nope. You gotta wait until they release the replacement cover mayne. If you get lucky you'll be able to get it by the time the Vader edition launches. I just imported a ceramic to avoid all that fuckin hassle.

Does anyone know if the psp lite battery works in the wall charger that's already out?


My old wall charger works on both my PSP lite and my old PSP. Is that what your asking?
I think you may be asking about that charger that you buy at the store(not the one that came with the PSP) though....

[cochesecochese]

Yeah, I'm asking about the individual battery charger NOT the AC adapter. Being able to swap out batteries is motherfucking key.

[decon]

Nope. You gotta wait until they release the replacement cover mayne. If you get lucky you'll be able to get it by the time the Vader edition launches. I just imported a ceramic

Is there any difference between the Japanese PSP slims and US?

Are there any region restrictions on games or UMD movies?

[cochesecochese]

JPN slims can only play JPN movies, slim. Same with US units and US movies. No game restrictions. Also, firmware navigation is strange because even though it's in english, you don't use the same buttons to confirm or cancel.

Rumour is the screens are different but I have no way of confirming or denying that.

[eau]

I have the Japanese phat PSP and its screen looks sharper than the US phat. I wouldn't be surprised if the Japanese slim uses a better screen again.

The Japanese PSP swaps the 'X' and 'O' for Cancel/Confirm in the XMB.

[yuckfou]

Only UMD movies region restricted, no region for games
And the Japanese has always been using O as yes/confirm and X as cancel on all PS consoles..... the opposite to US

Btw, anyone knows how much the shipping cost from Play-Asia to US ? and how long does it take to arrive ?

The cheapest Import i've found outside play-asia is ebay, from this seller:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=180152063018&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=008
$210 shipped and he got the cable too, he sells the FF7 bundle pretty cheap too compared to other seller and play asia

[AndrewCP]

I have the Japanese phat PSP and its screen looks sharper than the US phat. I wouldn't be surprised if the Japanese slim uses a better screen again.

The Japanese PSP swaps the 'X' and 'O' for Cancel/Confirm in the XMB.

If one were to install custom firmware on the Japanese systems, will the X and O be reversed back to how it is in the U.S. ones? Not a big deal but I just wanna know.

[yuckfou]

can someone post a picture of their ice silver psp ??

thanks

[Rocko]

can someone post a picture of their ice silver psp ??

thanks

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3322817&postcount=583

[cochesecochese]

My ceramic is coming on tuesday. I'm getting moist.

[GizmoGC]

I saw the Piano Black PSP at my Target today for $169.99. The Daxter bundle was $219.99...

[Chitown021]

I saw the Piano Black PSP at my Target today for $169.99. The Daxter bundle was $219.99...


I haven't seen any of the Piano Black yet but both of the Targets near me have set up a special endcap for the Daxter bundles. They put the bundles out in the open along with a few GH titles and accessories like the component cables, AV cables, and new headphone/remote.

I'm surprised they're willing to leave those in the open outside of the glass case.

[GizmoGC]

I haven't seen any of the Piano Black yet but both of the Targets near me have set up a special endcap for the Daxter bundles. They put the bundles out in the open along with a few GH titles and accessories like the component cables, AV cables, and new headphone/remote.

I'm surprised they're willing to leave those in the open outside of the glass case.

I was kinda surprised to see the Piano Blacks out already. Any news if the can run emulators like NES through the video out port on the PSP? I know it can run some of the emulators...not sure if the output display works though.

[sprintsucks5892]

Does anyone know if Custom Firmware has been released that lets you rip your PSX games to your PSP? That's a pretty big factor in me replacing my current PSP.

[AndrewCP]

There's a program that lets you convert your ripped PSX games into PSP format and play them. I've tried it and it works. I haven't used it in a while so I'm not sure what it's called but I think it might be PSX2PSP or something.

[sprintsucks5892]

There's a program that lets you convert your ripped PSX games into PSP format and play them. I've tried it and it works. I haven't used it in a while so I'm not sure what it's called but I think it might be PSX2PSP or something.
So it definitly works for Slim PSPs? And, what Custom Firmware would I need to download to use my ripped PSX games on my PSP?
I've been using Dark_Alex's CW for a while on Fat PSP to play PSX games, but I don't think he's had a Slim PSP release (Unless I'm mistaken.).

[Gara]

If one were to install custom firmware on the Japanese systems, will the X and O be reversed back to how it is in the U.S. ones? Not a big deal but I just wanna know.
There is an option in the recovery menu (custon firmware) that lets you choose your buttons.


Does anyone know if Custom Firmware has been released that lets you rip your PSX games to your PSP? That's a pretty big factor in me replacing my current PSP.
It works fine on the recently released 3.60 m33. mmm portable bloody bride! You need quite an extensive set of tools to rip and convert to your psp but nothing has changed in the process from the old psp fat.

[gokou36]

I bought my piano black on friday at target, called 2 places and they didn't have it and the 3rd one did. Anyways I bought my component cables yesterday at Fry's and the fucking shit is loose(color changes when I wiggle the wire near the connector to the psp) so i'll have to return it. Anyone else had this problem?

Edit : Well this blows, exchanged it and the same shit happen again but not as bad as the first time. I'm thinkin the whole freakin batch Fry's got was bad so I didn't bother to try a 3rd one. Who else bought the cables and how is it working for you?

[ashram]

i just got my cables friday from amazon. i've had zero issues,. i just wish my samsung tv (ln-t4661) had an appropriate zoom mode.

[MadFlava]

i just got my cables friday from amazon. i've had zero issues,. i just wish my samsung tv (ln-t4661) had an appropriate zoom mode.

What is the appropriate zoom mode that you need? I'm curious if my Sharp Aquos has the right zoom option.

[ashram]

What is the appropriate zoom mode that you need? I'm curious if my Sharp Aquos has the right zoom option.
you probably do have it. the samsung, for some reason, limits zoom options on the component inputs. for me to get near full screen, i'd have to run the psp in 4:3 and then zoom.

[sprintsucks5892]

I hope that another deal comes around for the Daxter PSP Bundle by the time I get the money to buy it. I do not want another black PSP. I''m pretty OCD about fingerprints.

[Wolfpup]

I'm glad I got silver after having it for a while. More fun color than black, and I don't remember seeing any fingerprints on it. This is a really nice bundle if you don't already have Daxter! Basically makes 5 Family Guy episodes + a 1GB Memory Stick cost $10, which is fine.

Unfortunately I only like one of the Family Guy episodes on the disc, and I like the show. But oh well, I wouldn't have kept that anyway. Hope to recoup most of the price difference by trading in Daxter and Family guy to EB (since I already have a regular copy of Daxter).

[xeex]

Yeah, I'm asking about the individual battery charger NOT the AC adapter. Being able to swap out batteries is motherfucking key.

Alright, I tried putting the new PSP Slim battery into the old charger and it doesn't seem to work.

The biggest problem is that the new battery is slimmer, so the little finger nub prevents you from shoving it all the way down into the charger for a snug fit. If you angle it in, though, it seems like you can get the contacts to make... contact.

Regardless, the orange charger light started flashing shortly into the process, indicating that it isn't working correctly. So, I don't think they're compatible. I hope someone else can prove me wrong, though.

[cochesecochese]

Damn it. Damn it to hell. Damn you SONY.

...and a big round of applause for xeex!

[cochesecochese]

My ceramic just arrived. This thing is crispy. Pissed about the battery but I guess those are the breaks. Sony, I demand you release a wall charger and extra capacity battery for the small size.

[decon]

My ceramic just arrived. This thing is crispy. Pissed about the battery but I guess those are the breaks. Sony, I demand you release a wall charger and extra capacity battery for the small size.
Ceramic SW Bundle?