PSP hardware add-on wishlist/suggestions - Blu-ray Forum

egon_spengler · 05-01-2008, 07:58 PM

Hey so yeah, I got the new PSP and hooked it up to my TV and I must say I was quite impressed with the quality... okay its like hooking up a PS2 with the composite cable but for a handheld console on a 42" screen I wasn't expecting it to look at all good. Its very watchable for UMDs and playing games isn't half bad either.

Now here's where I want Sony to take notice... I want a new PSP add-on and firmware update that will allow a USB controller (with a mini-USB A port) to be connected to the top of the PSP so that my component cable isn't so stretched. I've got my TV wall mounted with a component cable running to my AVR and the PSP connects to the AVR... the problem is I still have to be sat quite close to the screen because the cable going to the PSP isn't all that long. I suppose I could extend it but.... wouldn't it be nice if Sony allowed you (through way of an overpriced official adapter/ or cheaper third party alternative) to connect a Dual Shock 2 or Dual Shock 3 pad. Think about it, developers releasing add-on packs (like for wipEout) could add a patch to allow vibrations through a DS!!

Or how about a simple Bluetooth add-on allowing a DS3 to connect wirelessly to the PS3. That way I can keep my PSP out of the way near my AVR to save leads trailing across my room. Also... if it allowed me to use the PS3 remote (or an overpriced official PSP remote/ or cheaper third party alternative) to control my UMD videos I'd be pretty happy too.

Ok, so UMDs aren't the best quality in the world through TV, however I have got friends who don't have PS3 but do have TVs I can connect my PSP to... so, when BLU-RAY --> PSP film transfers come out I can transfer my movie to memorystick and watch it there with the luxury of a remote... or just play games. (Oh yeah, just remembered you're not supposed to take your films to friends to watch... they're for private use only... or so those warning screens at the beginning of movies tell you... therefore I wouldn't be doing that at all. But I think there is certainly some scope for these add-ons).

I bought my PSP Slim and Lite to replace my Obese and Heavy model just for the TV connection function in anticipation of FFVII Crisis Core... I really would like to play it with a 'real' pad though. As much as I love my PSP, it's not exactly the most comfortable controller in the world for extended sessions.

Anybody else got any views or ideas... or know how I can get in touch with Sony and demand these features???

Teazle · 05-01-2008, 08:04 PM

-- Folding mini-keyboard with integral mini-trackball for mousing

-- Version of PSP Slim with:
Bluetooth (for mini-keyboard, wireless earphones etc), 802.11 N as in Noodle wifi
and _detachable_ UMD drive (reduced bulk, weight when not using).

egon_spengler · 05-01-2008, 08:17 PM

Actually since you mentioned mini keyboard I've wanted a mini notepad/calender function on my PSP ever since I got it... in fact an organiser that could be sync'd with an organiser on the PS3 would make my life a little more organised... I have a tendency to forget things!

D1-2005 · 05-01-2008, 08:19 PM

I would like like to see dual analog sticks!

alphapyro · 05-01-2008, 09:00 PM

I would like for them to allow me to pre-order and reserve my GOW Chains of Olympus model PSP so that way I can quit worrying about the limited quantities.

I can't resist a RED PSP! That's the one thing that motivated me to finally get a PSP.. All the other stuff it can do is just a kick butt bonus.

fly4rabbi · 05-05-2008, 05:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alphapyro

I would like for them to allow me to pre-order and reserve my GOW Chains of Olympus model PSP so that way I can quit worrying about the limited quantities.

I can't resist a RED PSP! That's the one thing that motivated me to finally get a PSP.. All the other stuff it can do is just a kick butt bonus.

Plan on picking this up too, but am not worried about the limited quantities. Have they said how many will be available?? If it is like the special ed. starwars and daxter pack then they will be around for a while. I will just pick mine up the day it comes out.

Cordre69 · 05-05-2008, 10:33 PM

Just make it so you can connect the PSP to the PS3 through USB and play the games through the PS3 display with the DS3 controller. Turn the PSP into a PS3 accessory!

turboLAZER · 05-05-2008, 11:08 PM

the psp needs the same style of keyboard as the PS3 for internet browsing, instead of the cell phone texting style keypad. this should be an easy firmware upgrade

05-01-2008, 07:58 PM	#1
egon_spengler Active Member Member since:Oct 2007	PSP hardware add-on wishlist/suggestions Hey so yeah, I got the new PSP and hooked it up to my TV and I must say I was quite impressed with the quality... okay its like hooking up a PS2 with the composite cable but for a handheld console on a 42" screen I wasn't expecting it to look at all good. Its very watchable for UMDs and playing games isn't half bad either. Now here's where I want Sony to take notice... I want a new PSP add-on and firmware update that will allow a USB controller (with a mini-USB A port) to be connected to the top of the PSP so that my component cable isn't so stretched. I've got my TV wall mounted with a component cable running to my AVR and the PSP connects to the AVR... the problem is I still have to be sat quite close to the screen because the cable going to the PSP isn't all that long. I suppose I could extend it but.... wouldn't it be nice if Sony allowed you (through way of an overpriced official adapter/ or cheaper third party alternative) to connect a Dual Shock 2 or Dual Shock 3 pad. Think about it, developers releasing add-on packs (like for wipEout) could add a patch to allow vibrations through a DS!! Or how about a simple Bluetooth add-on allowing a DS3 to connect wirelessly to the PS3. That way I can keep my PSP out of the way near my AVR to save leads trailing across my room. Also... if it allowed me to use the PS3 remote (or an overpriced official PSP remote/ or cheaper third party alternative) to control my UMD videos I'd be pretty happy too. Ok, so UMDs aren't the best quality in the world through TV, however I have got friends who don't have PS3 but do have TVs I can connect my PSP to... so, when BLU-RAY --> PSP film transfers come out I can transfer my movie to memorystick and watch it there with the luxury of a remote... or just play games. (Oh yeah, just remembered you're not supposed to take your films to friends to watch... they're for private use only... or so those warning screens at the beginning of movies tell you... therefore I wouldn't be doing that at all. But I think there is certainly some scope for these add-ons). I bought my PSP Slim and Lite to replace my Obese and Heavy model just for the TV connection function in anticipation of FFVII Crisis Core... I really would like to play it with a 'real' pad though. As much as I love my PSP, it's not exactly the most comfortable controller in the world for extended sessions. Anybody else got any views or ideas... or know how I can get in touch with Sony and demand these features???

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05-01-2008, 08:04 PM	#2
Teazle Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Canada Blu-ray reviews:1	-- Folding mini-keyboard with integral mini-trackball for mousing -- Version of PSP Slim with: Bluetooth (for mini-keyboard, wireless earphones etc), 802.11 N as in Noodle wifi and _detachable_ UMD drive (reduced bulk, weight when not using).

05-01-2008, 08:17 PM	#3
egon_spengler Active Member Member since:Oct 2007	Actually since you mentioned mini keyboard I've wanted a mini notepad/calender function on my PSP ever since I got it... in fact an organiser that could be sync'd with an organiser on the PS3 would make my life a little more organised... I have a tendency to forget things!

05-01-2008, 08:19 PM	#4
D1-2005 Senior Member Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Kansas City Home Theater Gallery:12 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:298	I would like like to see dual analog sticks!

05-01-2008, 09:00 PM	#5
alphapyro Special Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Kansas Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:14	I would like for them to allow me to pre-order and reserve my GOW Chains of Olympus model PSP so that way I can quit worrying about the limited quantities. I can't resist a RED PSP! That's the one thing that motivated me to finally get a PSP.. All the other stuff it can do is just a kick butt bonus.

05-05-2008, 10:33 PM	#7
Cordre69 Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Livermore, CA 4K collection:218 Blu-ray collection:1094 Trading Score:1	Just make it so you can connect the PSP to the PS3 through USB and play the games through the PS3 display with the DS3 controller. Turn the PSP into a PS3 accessory!

05-05-2008, 11:08 PM	#8
turboLAZER Active Member Member since:May 2007 Home Theater Gallery:9 Blu-ray collection:63	the psp needs the same style of keyboard as the PS3 for internet browsing, instead of the cell phone texting style keypad. this should be an easy firmware upgrade

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