Comments on: PSP Go: What we know so far

Some details, photos, and video of the PSP Go have slipped out ahead of Sony's E3 press conference. Here's what we know so far.

[douggdangger]

Sony blew it again!!!

Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha!!

[dshowtime718]

I think Sony is on to something here. It looks like its gonna b very affordable eliminating dsi competition, and downloading games look like between $10-$20. During this time in our economy this sounds good. It eliminates them losing $ from people who been downloading games 4 free, $ making umd's, and not dealing with game stores. i cant complain yet cause its not out, we just have 2 wait and c!

[Gonzo BobH]

"1/3 of their downloadable UMD games on PSN are $10 or less. 3/4 are $16 or less. "

Fact is, 13/12th of the population sucks at math. Just kidding.
3 out of 12 cost $17 or more. and 4 out of 12 cost $10 or more. So 4 out of 12 cost between the two.

But back to the PSP Go... I owned a launch, and later bought a slim -- love 'em both. For the record, I have a PS3, XBox 360 Elite, had a DS and now a DS Lite (no desire to get the DSi), and a Wii of course. I still keep my N64 out too.

All that said, of course I am going to try the GO. If I like it better than the slim, somebody will appreciate getting my old one.

[Nik_I]

i'm absolutely not buying one after seeing this....

[tipoo_]

I'm more interested in some specs, does anyone know what kind of cpu will be in this thing? Even with the DSi's doubling of its processing power over the DS, its still far behind the PSP in terms of processing performance and graphical capabilities. I wonder if Sony will further this lead.

[IanX211]

Most likely, but it's not how fast the system is or if the graphics are better. It's going to depend on how Sony execute.

[mgheff]

I think it looks great. I just don't get the downgrade in screen size. Besides that I would get it.

[redjet3]

this is going to fail completely because if kids buy this system, how are they going to buy games? (don't say parents will give them their credit card numbers because they don't.) Are they going to put a money slot into the psp so they can download the game? and also what about if they don't have an internet connection. this is not going to work.

[petitbrilliance]

Does anyone else think that this whole PSP go thing is a farce?
Im not really saying im sure this is a trick, but it might be. Dont hold me to it. Reasons...
1. The PSP go is in a top secret box. Why would it be there in an interview? If the interview was to be aired after E3, and the official PSP go announcment, it wouldnt be top secret anymore. Thus i beleive that this interview was meant to be aired BEFORE its official announcment. Was it meant for US though? Maybe not, but I'm just saying, its strange. Also, why would Sony even RISK doing an interview before the E3 announcment.

2. No analog stick is straight up stupid. And the start/select buttons are in a perfect place for the second stick, were the start/select buttons could be above the analog sticks, were there is plenty space.

3. Some of you might be thinking,"but that would mean that sony lied to us about this product", well no they arnt. This product is still unofficial, and its leaked, so it would not be illegal if it was illegally given to us.

Im not saying this is for sure. Heck, im not even saying this is likely, but I think its definatly possible, so dont wet your pants just yet.
Any contradictions would be appreciated, as long as they are not flaming, or angry.

[play7]

Also Sony has plans for their version of online game "@HOME" So it might be the content might be changing. Multi plays online types might be what Sony is thinking here. Since it does have WIFI BT etc.

[4r3a1]

(a long sigh). Come on sony, more of the same thing. The new psp doesn't seem to appealing. It's more of the same thing. Still no second analog stick. I also agree, the placement of the nub seems a lil cramped. I can't complain to much cause the thing ain't out yet, but i'm not impressed.

[play7]

Sony is/might be changing their idea about game content. Like their " @ HOME " multi player online game. This seems to be Sony greed at the monent. And Why not. Migth see even more oh their fee based these days.

[MagicM1ke]

Looking at the videos and pictures that have been leaked, I have a few observations and questions about the PSP Go! I can't wait until Tuesday.

1) There doesn't seem to be a volume button or a screen brightness button on the Go. This leads me to believe that this functionality will be addressed with firmware? Or maybe the controls in the pictures are not accurate.
2) The start and select buttons seem really out of place, suggesting that there could be another analog stick (but no big deal to me if there is not).
3) No user replaceable battery
4) Move from MemoryStick Duo to MemoryStick Micro
5) Looks like the speakers may have been upgraded (note the speaker holes on each side).
6) There appears to be a microphone below the controls in the center.
7) Proprietary connector now replaces the mini USB connector and the location has moved from the top to the bottom. I'm not sure if the Go will be able to output video unless the cable is included in the proprietary connector dongle. The connector appears to match with the AV dongle on my Sony Digital Camera.
8) A Dual Shock 3 may be able to tether to the Go using Bluetooth

[Eau_Jay]

It looks ugly. They should have kept the 4.3" screen!! More assortive and dynamic colors would be nice, and as always the ever-important 2nd analog nub is not needed: it is required for a successful product!!!

At least the 16gig of flash memory sounds awesome....

:S

[Renegade Knight]

No second thumb stick.
No touch screen.
No Screen Protection.
No UMD.
No improvment in content.

This things sole reason to exist is to create a markety for Sony Digital Content and it's less compelling than my old klunky Archos for that. I have to agree with the other "fail" comments.

[play7]

All Touch screen devices are not as good as some lead you to believe. Its better off without it. Besides this might lead to a cellhone device concept inthe future.

[dbozard]

That's probably the ugliest thing I have ever seen...

[timalan42]

My 1st Gen psp just broke.. (i stepped on it haha)
I was considering buying "the next PSP" (if they did indeed announce one at E3). However seeing this im not so sure im going to drop the likely $250 to get this thing. Its not a PSP 2 like I wanted, it still has old graphics on a smaller screen none the less. Same controls. I do like the bluetooth though. But thats not enough to justify buying it in this economy.

Nice try sony, but no cigar. Im going to stick it out for a true PSP2. I'll go look for a old PSP on the cheap to hold me over for now.

[azzuro2006]

Well even the almighty Sony has finally realized that the future is to get your games over the internet rather than on physical media which is going to be made redundant.

[phenders]

Didn't Sony Learn Anything from the PSP 1st gen. It NEEDS a second analog stick and better battery life. A touch screen is also import if it slides open to reveal controls - and slide should be a QWERTY keyboard. Analog placement is terrible.

It should be a dud unless it costs $170.

SOny really should have learned from the iphone/ipod touch gaming platform.

It better have PS3/360 like graphics and short loading time, otherwise why even release it. It will be like the Sega Game gear. Kinda cool but why buy it.

Also, Sony should really work on their software and device firmware OS.

Bought PSP-1000, not going to buy this. Can't stand the singel analog for FPS/TPS which is is necessary appeal for the hardcore gamers out there.

[jasnjac]

To me the bottom line is that the PSP, surprisingly to a degree, turned out to be a phenomenal addition to my gaming and entertainment device- and media-library. I try to get every console released in-time (e.g., wait until the kinks are worked-out or the library is a bit larger, etc.) so that I'm able to judge for myself what devices truly are a value-add to me personally. The PSP turned-out to be a one of those surprising additions. I say "surprising" because I thought initially that I was simply purchasing a handheld gaming device; the other features were just nice to have. As it worked out, the PSP is a media monster (again, for me personally)! I'm able to keep tons of movies, TV shows, etc. that I download on-hand, and I have great games...some UMD and some from PSN. Throw that in with the PS3 capabilities, and the PSP has become a GREAT little device that I really enjoy having. Enough so that I have replaced my 1000 with a 2000, and may even go out and get the Go as well.

Anyway, that's just my .02 and it comes simply from the use that I get out of it personally. I love my 360 and the online capabilities they've added on there as well, but I truly truly dig taking a library of movies with me when I have to sit in a waiting room or stand in line or anything where I have to wait. Turn on the PSP and watch the latest Sandler movie and all is well. PSP has made me patient...I have no problem waiting anymore. :-)

Cheers...

As a secondary note: though I often find the back-and-forth in these forums entertaining, this one seems to reek of fanboys, a couple of true bigots, and some folks who simply want to so desperately add something intelligent that they make up info or repeat it from another forum they read just to look like there's some intelligence (and true) to the comment. Sad.

Eh, maybe I'm just losing patience as I get older to read through these to find the one or two nuggets of info that I can actually use. That's patience that the PSP can't help me with. Stupid is just, well, stupid. I guess that can't be helped.

[alexacker]

I was always wondering how Sony would slim down the form factor to make it pocket-size, like iPhone, G1 etc. After seeing this photo, I think it makes perfect sense. Slim, yet functional. But a lot of people are showing 'hate' so perhaps I stand alone....