PSP-3000 referenced in PlayStation online manual; 10 year life span

[xtop]

http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/28/ps...online-manual/

Some intrepid PSP Fanboy reader found a green 65x13 GIF file label located within the PSP online manual for a 3000 series model. There are similar labels for the original PSP (1000 series) and its current revision (2000 series). Earlier murmurings of a PSP-3000 model came back in December when hackers discovered a suggestive file in firmware 3.80.

While we wouldn't be surprised to see another revision sometime in the platform's planned 10 year lifecycle, we don't think this is anything more right now than some web designer being prepared for the future.

http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/27/so...ar-life-cycle/

Speaking to IGN about the PSP's three-year anniversary, Senior Marketing Manager for the system, John Koller, reconfirmed Sony's 10-year commitment to the platform. Said Koller: "We've talked about the PSP being a 10 year product, but a 10 year product in the continued lifecycle." Citing the different PSP models, Koller said the handheld "will still be a very strong portable gaming device that is centered in gaming and has a lot of multi-functional features."

Before you go scoffing at that time line, remember that the original PlayStation lasted for over a decade, with the ultra-successful PS2 still going strong after eight years. With the PS3 also given a "ten-year life cycle," we suspect that's just the modus operandi for Sony's hardware strategy.

[Shin-Ra]

PSP-2000 wasn't enough of an improvement for me to upgrade but the next one should be hopefully.

[xtop]

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

PSP-2000 wasn't enough of an improvement for me to upgrade but the next one should be hopefully.

agreed, ever see the difference in loading time for crisis core tho?

i'm just curious what more they could add without leaving first and 2nd gen psp owners behind

[Shin-Ra]

Originally Posted by xtop

agreed, ever see the difference in loading time for crisis core tho?

I try to forget.

[Mouse]

I never had an original PSP... only reason I got the PSP-2000 was for Crisis Core. lol So there really is a big difference in loading times?

[Shin-Ra]

Originally Posted by Mouse

I never had an original PSP... only reason I got the PSP-2000 was for Crisis Core. lol So there really is a big difference in loading times?

Crisis Core PSP Original vs Slim Load Times

[cathexist]

I upgraded from the original system to the slim...if there's another release (depending on how soon) I'll most likely upgrade again.

[groovyone]

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Crisis Core PSP Original vs Slim Load Times

Ouch.

[cathexist]

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Crisis Core PSP Original vs Slim Load Times

..tis why I'm glad I have a slim

...and that Crisis Core is coming in the mail (hopefully tomorrow)

[X-Ninja]

I dont get it. Those graphics are terrible.

Oh well. Maybe ive been playing too much God of War?
The game might be fun, i dont know... My friend has it. I just looked at it and got completely confused on what the big deal was. It looked like an out-of-date ps1 game.

Whatever though. I dont even like Final Fantasy. I was just suprised by the graphics.

Well, That was off-topic. Anyway!

If a psp-3000 comes out, ill be sure to get it. Mine as well hit my 10th psp . Ugg.
Yeah. That depends on the upgrade. If they stick a built in camera, built in mic, video out, brighter screen, longer battery life, AND make it slimmer, then id obviously buy it immediately.
You never know what they might do though. Hopefully the built-in camera will appear...

[FailedEXE]

I dont get it. Those graphics are terrible.

This is a portable console so if you already spoiled yourself with the PS3/360, the experience will never be the same so I wouldn't expect much.

Lucky for me, I waited out on the hype surrounding the PSP until it actually got a decent library to dig in. At least I won't be bored when Im traveling. PSP Slim ftw.

[X-Ninja]

Originally Posted by FailedEXE

This is a portable console so if you already spoiled yourself with the PS3/360, the experience will never be the same so I wouldn't expect much.

Lucky for me, I waited out on the hype surrounding the PSP until it actually got a decent library to dig in. At least I won't be bored when Im traveling. PSP Slim ftw.

Yeah i know... Portable.

Still though, the psp has seen MUCH better graphics then that.
Keep in mind that i only watched him play for about 5 seconds. ...Judging a game from watching sombody play for 5 seconds isnt the greatest idea in the world, but i wouldnt buy it nontheless. Not an RPG guy.

[BluRayExplosion]

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Crisis Core PSP Original vs Slim Load Times

Oh dear god......

Lol... so you're telling me ten of the thirty hours I've put into that game are probably just fluff loading times?!

I'm going to sell my fat and get a slim as soon as I have the funds to do so. Well, maybe I'll just wait for the PSP 3k....

[groovyone]

Originally Posted by X-Ninja

Yeah i know... Portable.

Still though, the psp has seen MUCH better graphics then that.
Keep in mind that i only watched him play for about 5 seconds. ...Judging a game from watching sombody play for 5 seconds isnt the greatest idea in the world, but i wouldnt buy it nontheless. Not an RPG guy.

You sure you were looking at Finaly Fantasy VII : Crisis Core and not the Final Fantasy I Anniversary Edition?

[Mikeblu]

Well I was gonna get a 2000 but might as well wait now,

lets see built in cam&mic, 120mb RAM, slimmer, and better battery. also dont overlook that they may decide to include a microdrive in the 3000, it might not come till the PSP-2 but it will eventually.

[JonD7]

wait what? I haven't even got the cash for the 2000, now there talking about a 3000? son of a... should I just wait then? haha

[xtop]

Originally Posted by JonD7

wait what? I haven't even got the cash for the 2000, now there talking about a 3000? son of a... should I just wait then? haha

nah..go ahead and pick up the slim. the 3k is a lil ways off if i think. and if it does come out soon, it'll mostly be intro'd to deal with piracy.

the only thing i'd want is 802 g, aside from that i can't see what else they can add that won't alienate phat and slim owners. better screen maybe, internal memory

built in camera is completely useless to me.