Posted Jun 16, 2006 at 03:58AM by Remi M. Listed in: PSP, Rumors Tags: GPS, Sony, HBO, PSP2
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PSPWe reported earlier about a rumor that Sony is hinting a PSP2 with Sony allegedly emailing survey forms that seek feedback about how the PSP could be better. That's not the only "hint" that the Sony people are giving; apparently, there was a PSP focus group in New York wherein the guys over at Sony distributed preliminary questions that focuses on the PSP's functions and how the gamers used 'em.

If you're already rejoicing that indeed a PSP2 is on the way, well hold your horses. A PSP2 is still far from the horizon, instead a "PSP Fix" may be the reason for all those hints. Also, it seems that this PSP Fix will include an " "iTunes-like" downloadable content, e GPS functions, maps, and PDA life software apps."

As for the downloadable content factor, those who participated in the focus groups were asked to rank 7-1 "content like You Tube/User Videos, Music Videos, Full Length Movies, 30 Minutes TV shows, 60 Minutes TV Shows, HBO Programs and such, like The Sopranos." Will these be any indication of the features included in the fix? Your guess is as good as ours.

There was also a lot of talk about software emulation (for PS1 and homebrew) but the Sony rep was allegedly uninterested, or maybe he just didn't know what to say. What do you think about this rumored "PSP Fix"? Is it good or bad news? Tell us through your comments.


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   by ? (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » psp suks

not enough good games to many stupid movies

   by carthage (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » stealers1

i just bought the psp. Its almost a litlte over a year old. I hate companies that do this like Apple and their Ipod, always releasing new *****. Stop it, just imrpove the PSP. I for one will not buy a new fixed if they dont reimburse me somehow, this is stealing.

   by jimmy smith (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » Remote

All these new features and Sony still hasn't said anything about the IR function! It's the simpliest thing to do and they looked over it! Why can't they do the small things first then do all this GPS stuff that only a couple of people will use.

   by Jake Hoshgothen (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » Firmware Update?

You know, they could have the PSP perform all of these functions, as it is right now. My theory as to what this is hinting at? A HUGE firmware update.

Think about it. Sony likes to make and save money. It also loves the idea of forcing us to update constantly. By not releasing a peice of hardware to accomplish this task, they save themselves the developement and distribution costs.
By making it the dreaded 3.0, they not only make it available to more people, but they can put a stop to homebrew for the moment. Two birds with one stone for Sony. But... Does anyone elso share the view that they are doing this in direct retaliation to the Undiluted Platinum rumor? It would fit, and would be an even sweeter victory for them.

   by kol (Unregistered) - 2006-06-16
 » lol

im gay!

   by えふぇ (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » じ7

日本がんばれ

   by A (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » Eh

This is dumb they should just make a huge firmware and add addonds like cell i agree with Jake something so ya i hope they hurry cause u ddudes are going crazy

   by Crypysmoker (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » power switch sux

I just want them to put the power switch somewhere else.......

IF I hit that damn switch while Im playing Loco roco one more time I will throw my psp :)

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   by Packy (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » hello

If the PSP2(or fix or whatever, 3.00, etc...) has actual useful and fun cr4p on it, then i would buy it(for instance, faster loading times, BETTER GAMES!! and free ps1 emulation...like thats gonna happen. Oh yeah...poop

   by . (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » .

DITCH THE UMD FORMAT! NO FORCED UPDATES! ALLOW KERNEL HOMEBREW!

   by kkk (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » kkk

im gonna record me shooting my psp and send it in to sony. even if they dont release a psp2 psp fix or whatever the hell will get me pissed off even more

   by Tony(PSP 2.71) (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 » ...

i wonder if the psp 2 will have bluetooth support?

   by PUNJABI MUNDA (Unregistered) - 2006-06-17
 »  BIRTHDAY PRESENT

thanks Raider x. I'm going to buy the psp in 1-2 weeks for my birrday and Have done alot of "research". I have $780 right now. I'm might buy:

Extra battery: $50.00 CND
2gb stick or 4gb: $125 or $245
Datel Wifi Router: $60.00
PSP: I hope ill find v1.5 for under $300
Total- WHOPPING $600 ..oh welll ill have so many free games on stick...worth it...plus the emulators

Should i get the 2gb stick or 4gb stick?
How many ISO's can you put 2gb/4gb????
----> Does GTA ISO work with Devhook??? hOW much space.
Can you give me a link of working Devhook ISO?
Where can i find a psp 2.0 or under (i'm willing to downgrade). WOuld EB games have used psp's v2.0?
(I live in Abbotsford B.C., Canada)





   by john (Unregistered) - 2006-08-06
 » what is wrong with sony

2 gb is inoff u can use the rest of the money to buy games. and ebgames might have 2.o psp's id ont know.

***** the new psp thing just put it as a new firmware. these things cost so freaking much and they make u bye a new one after like 2 years *****. i think it is a good idears what u guys said to bring ur psp to the store and get the new one so u dont have to pay again. man sony come on stop making net psp's make MUCH better firmwares they all sucked until now.


   by ***** Nut (Unregistered) - 2006-09-26
 » annoyance

***** this if sony want a new psp what do all of us have to do with the old ones huh wankas thay must replace ours or we have to give our old ones for new ones man?



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