Skype + Headset

[Shin-Ra]

NEW PSP EXPANDS ITS ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE BY INTRODUCING SKYPE™

Tokyo, January 7, 2008 – Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that it would introduce Skype™ features to the new slim and light PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system (PSP-2000 series). More than 246 million members are registered for the use of this communications software, which enables users to communicate with other Skype users around the world over the Internet. Calls between Skype users are free of charge.

By introducing Skype on PSP, the following features and services will be made available to PSP users (*1) (*2):

• Free voice calls between Skype users
• Skype contact list management (view existing contacts, add new ones)
• Skype presence (see which friends are online and available to talk)
• SkypeOut™ calls to make calls to landlines and mobile phones anywhere in the world (requires the purchase of Skype credit)
• Optional SkypeIn™ number that lets users receive calls on Skype from landlines and mobiles anywhere in the world (requires the purchase of Skype credit)
• View and modify Skype settings and account details (including username creation, SkypeOut settings, voicemail settings and call forwarding)

PSP users worldwide will be able to start using Skype features and services through a simple system software update scheduled in late January. After updating the PSP system software, a Skype icon will be added to the Network category in the home menu. PSP users who do not yet have a Skype username can register by clicking the icon and following the instructions. PSP users who already have a Skype username can immediately sign in by clicking the Skype icon and entering their username and password.

SCEI will deploy various measures to meet users’ demand and vigorously promote the expansion of the PSP platform as a handheld entertainment system to enjoy a variety of interactive digital entertainment.

* For more information on Skype, please visit www.skype.com

(*1) To enjoy Skype features on PSP, users will need Memory Stick Duo™, a wireless Internet connection and a Skype-compatible audio input device
(*2) In order to receive calls, users must be connected to the Internet and signed in through the Skype screen on PSP.

[xtop]

saw this. seems likely. tho i have no reason to use it. makes the psp that much cooler tho

[cathexist]

Like many of the comments on engadget say...I'm still looking for a keyboard.

But skype would be an interesting addition, not sure if I would use it, but definitely worth a try.

[ezcobar411]

This is another great function for the PSP. Keep it up Sony

[Damiesmallz]

Skype coming to PSP. So now all who wanted a PSP phone may have gotten their wish. Remains to be seen how well everything will work. It should allow for free internet to internet calling and cheap internet to phone calls. Just adds to the growing list of options with the Playstation brands.

http://kotaku.com/339591/sony-bringing-skype-to-psp

[Cyorg]

Originally Posted by Damiesmallz

Skype coming to PSP. So now all who wanted a PSP phone may have gotten their wish. Remains to be seen how well everything will work. It should allow for free internet to internet calling and cheap internet to phone calls. Just adds to the growing list of options with the Playstation brands.

Sweet, now I can call my Dad in Thailand with my PSP. I've been using skype on my PC, but now I can call in when I'm sitting at Barnes and Noble.

[Shin-Ra]

The PSP video demonstration which was actually up on the PLAYSTATION Store 2 or 3 weeks ago confirms it.

[desmond]

cool feature.

[xberserker]

Great feature. But .... give us GPS sony!!

[zachhar]

Originally Posted by xberserker

Great feature. But .... give us GPS sony!!

I second that

[Shin-Ra]

Sony officially announces Skype on PSP

Skype will only work on the PSP-2000

SCEE Press Release

PSP users worldwide will be able to start using Skype features and services through a simple system software update scheduled in late January. After updating the PSP system software, a Skype icon will be added to the Network category in the home menu.

[ezcobar411]

Happy to see this feature.

[aygie]

Good sh*t!

[Teazle]

Does the PSP-2001 have a built-in microphone for this feature or how do you plug one in if the AV connection is used for headphones?

[Shin-Ra]

Neither PSP model has a built in mic.

Here's pictures of the microphone attachment (not sure if it's identical to the Talkman translater mic) and XMB icon/Skype graphic:

http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/1212861_1124.html

[zachhar]

Do you think if you put the Go!cam on a original psp It will work, or are necessary components not in the original psp but the new version. I don't want to have to buy a new psp, because i got mine the day it came out.

[actionhank]

Awesome makes the PSP so tempting now

[Teazle]

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Neither PSP model has a built in mic.

Here's pictures of the microphone attachment (not sure if it's identical to the Talkman translater mic) and XMB icon/Skype graphic:

http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/1212861_1124.html

Thanks for the info; very interesting ... I think I'd occasionally use this feature. I've got two PSP-Fats but now looks like it's time to upgrade to the slim.

[xtop]

it was confirmed that the psp phat doesn't have enough ram to run skype

http://www.pspfanboy.com/2008/01/07/...ram-for-skype/

[Shin-Ra]

Maybe it can run in the background of the XMB while you're doing other stuff then.