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The '''PSP Go''' (stylized '''PSPgo''' or '''PSP go''', model PSP-N1000)<ref name="press release">{{cite web |title=PSP go: PSP (PlayStation Portable) evolves to match the digital lifestyle |url=http://www.scei.co.jp/corporate/release/090603a_e.html |publisher=Sony Computer Entertainment |date=2009-06-03 |accessdate=2009-06-03 }}</ref> is a version of the [[PlayStation Portable]] [[handheld game console]] manufactured by [[Sony]].<ref name="engadget_announce">[http://engadget.com/2009/05/30/sonys-psp-go-leaks-out-before-e3-is-obviously-a-go/ Video: Sony's PSP Go leaks out before E3, is obviously a go]</ref><ref name="kotaku_announce">[http://kotaku.com/5273208/qore-lets-slip-the-first-look-at-psp-go Kotaku - Qore Lets Slip the First Look at PSP Go]</ref><ref name="gizmodo_announce">[http://gizmodo.com/5273203/psp-go-leaked-slider-with-16gb-of-flash-storage-and-bluetooth Gizmodo - PSP Go Leaked: Slider With 16GB of Flash Storage and Bluetooth]</ref><ref name="joystiq_announce">[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/30/qore-leak-reveals-new-psp-metal-gear-jak-and-daxter-and-more/ Qore leak reveals new PSP Metal Gear and more]</ref><ref name="Announcement">{{cite web|url=http://eurogamer.net/articles/sony-qore-accidentally-outs-psp-go|title=Sony Qore accidentally outs PSP Go|last=Bramwell|first=Tom|date=2009-05-30|publisher=EuroGamer|page=1|accessdate=2009-05-30}}</ref> It was released on October 1, 2009 in American and European territories<ref name="NA/EU release" /> and on November 1 in Japan. It was revealed prior to [[E3 2009]] through Sony's [[Qore (PlayStation Network)|Qore]] [[Video on demand|VOD]] service.<ref name="joystiq_announce" /> Although its design is significantly different from other PSPs, it is not intended to replace the [[PlayStation Portable-3000|PSP 3000]], which Sony will continue to manufacture, sell, and support.<ref name="kotaku_announce" />
The '''PSP Go''' (stylized '''PSPgo''' or '''PSP go''', model PSP-N1000)<ref name="press release">{{cite web |title=PSP go: PSP (PlayStation Portable) evolves to match the digital lifestyle |url=http://www.scei.co.jp/corporate/release/090603a_e.html |publisher=Sony Computer Entertainment |date=2009-06-03 |accessdate=2009-06-03 }}</ref> is a version of the [[PlayStation Portable]] [[handheld game console]] manufactured by [[Sony]].<ref name="engadget_announce">[http://engadget.com/2009/05/30/sonys-psp-go-leaks-out-before-e3-is-obviously-a-go/ Video: Sony's PSP Go leaks out before E3, is obviously a go]</ref><ref name="kotaku_announce">[http://kotaku.com/5273208/qore-lets-slip-the-first-look-at-psp-go Kotaku - Qore Lets Slip the First Look at PSP Go]</ref><ref name="gizmodo_announce">[http://gizmodo.com/5273203/psp-go-leaked-slider-with-16gb-of-flash-storage-and-bluetooth Gizmodo - PSP Go Leaked: Slider With 16GB of Flash Storage and Bluetooth]</ref><ref name="joystiq_announce">[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/30/qore-leak-reveals-new-psp-metal-gear-jak-and-daxter-and-more/ Qore leak reveals new PSP Metal Gear and more]</ref><ref name="Announcement">{{cite web|url=http://eurogamer.net/articles/sony-qore-accidentally-outs-psp-go|title=Sony Qore accidentally outs PSP Go|last=Bramwell|first=Tom|date=2009-05-30|publisher=EuroGamer|page=1|accessdate=2009-05-30}}</ref> It was released on October 1, 2009 in American and European territories<ref name="NA/EU release" /> and on November 1 in Japan. It was revealed prior to [[E3 2009]] through Sony's [[Qore (PlayStation Network)|Qore]] [[Video on demand|VOD]] service.<ref name="joystiq_announce" /> Although its design is significantly different from other PSPs, it is not intended to replace the [[PlayStation Portable-3000|PSP 3000]], which Sony will continue to manufacture, sell, and support.<ref name="kotaku_announce" /> Sony announced in April 2011 that it will stop production of the PSP Go to focus resources on developing the next-generation touch-screen PSP.<ref>{{Cite web | last = Narcisse | first = Evan | title = Sony Confirms Death of PSPGo, Will Keep Making PSP-3000 | work = www.time.com | date = 2011-04-20 | url = http://techland.time.com/2011/04/20/sony-confirms-death-of-pspgo-will-keep-making-psp-3000s/ | accessdate = 2011-04-21}}</ref>


Unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go does not feature a [[Universal Media Disc|UMD]] drive, but instead has 16&nbsp;[[Gigabyte|GB]] of internal [[flash memory]] to store games, video, pictures, and other media.<ref name="Announcement" /> This can be extended by up to 32&nbsp;GB with the use of a [[Memory Stick Micro]] (M2) flash card. Also unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go's rechargeable battery is not removable or replaceable by the user. The unit is 43% lighter and 56% smaller than the original PSP-1000,<ref name="kotaku_announce" /> and 16% lighter and 35% smaller than the PSP-3000.<ref name=TSA>{{cite web|url=http://www.thesixthaxis.com/2009/06/27/uk-exclusive-more-pspgo-details/|title=UK Exclusive: More PSPgo Details|publisher=TheSixthAxis via Game Watch}}</ref> It has a 3.8" 480&nbsp;&times;&nbsp;272 [[liquid-crystal display|LCD]]<ref name="PlayStation">[http://www.us.playstation.com/PSP/Systems?ref=http%3A//www.sony.com/index.php#fbid:qkqExtSe8PF PlayStation.com - PlayStationPortable - Systems<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> (compared to the larger 4.3" 480&nbsp;×&nbsp;272 pixel LCD on previous PSP models).<ref>[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/scienceandtechnology/technology/e3-2009/5417556/Sony-PSP-Details-of-new-Go-console-leak-ahead-of-E3.html Sony PSP: Details of new Go console leak ahead of E3]</ref> The screen slides up to reveal the main controls. The overall shape and sliding mechanism are similar to that of Sony's [[mylo (Sony)|mylo COM-2]] internet device.<ref name=Giz>{{cite web|url=http://gizmodo.com/5273258/so-the-psp-go-is-basically-a-sony-mylo-2-with-gaming-then|title=So the PSP Go Is Basically a Sony Mylo 2 With Gaming Then?|publisher=Gizmodo}}</ref>
Unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go does not feature a [[Universal Media Disc|UMD]] drive, but instead has 16&nbsp;[[Gigabyte|GB]] of internal [[flash memory]] to store games, video, pictures, and other media.<ref name="Announcement" /> This can be extended by up to 32&nbsp;GB with the use of a [[Memory Stick Micro]] (M2) flash card. Also unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go's rechargeable battery is not removable or replaceable by the user. The unit is 43% lighter and 56% smaller than the original PSP-1000,<ref name="kotaku_announce" /> and 16% lighter and 35% smaller than the PSP-3000.<ref name=TSA>{{cite web|url=http://www.thesixthaxis.com/2009/06/27/uk-exclusive-more-pspgo-details/|title=UK Exclusive: More PSPgo Details|publisher=TheSixthAxis via Game Watch}}</ref> It has a 3.8" 480&nbsp;&times;&nbsp;272 [[liquid-crystal display|LCD]]<ref name="PlayStation">[http://www.us.playstation.com/PSP/Systems?ref=http%3A//www.sony.com/index.php#fbid:qkqExtSe8PF PlayStation.com - PlayStationPortable - Systems<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> (compared to the larger 4.3" 480&nbsp;×&nbsp;272 pixel LCD on previous PSP models).<ref>[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/scienceandtechnology/technology/e3-2009/5417556/Sony-PSP-Details-of-new-Go-console-leak-ahead-of-E3.html Sony PSP: Details of new Go console leak ahead of E3]</ref> The screen slides up to reveal the main controls. The overall shape and sliding mechanism are similar to that of Sony's [[mylo (Sony)|mylo COM-2]] internet device.<ref name=Giz>{{cite web|url=http://gizmodo.com/5273258/so-the-psp-go-is-basically-a-sony-mylo-2-with-gaming-then|title=So the PSP Go Is Basically a Sony Mylo 2 With Gaming Then?|publisher=Gizmodo}}</ref>

Revision as of 17:10, 21 April 2011

PSP Go
Logo for PSP Go
Piano Black PSP Go
A Piano Black PSP Go in an opened position.
ManufacturerSony Computer Entertainment
Product familyPlayStation
TypeHandheld game console
GenerationSeventh
Lifespan
DiscontinuedApril 20, 2011[4]
Units sold[cn 1]
MediaDigital distribution
CPUMIPS 333 MHz[7]
Memory64 MB RAM
StorageMemory Stick Micro, 16 GB of internal flash memory
Display480 × 272 pixels with 16.8 million colors, 16:9 widescreen TFT LCD, 3.8 in (97 mm)
Controller inputSixaxis, DualShock 3 (optional)[8]
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11b, USB 2.0 via Media Go Software, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, PlayStation 3
Online servicesPlayStation Network
DimensionsTemplate:Convert/3 (h × w × d)
Mass158 g (5.6 oz)
PredecessorPSP-3000
SuccessorNGP (Next Generation Portable)

The PSP Go (stylized PSPgo or PSP go, model PSP-N1000)[11] is a version of the PlayStation Portable handheld game console manufactured by Sony.[12][13][14][15][16] It was released on October 1, 2009 in American and European territories[1] and on November 1 in Japan. It was revealed prior to E3 2009 through Sony's Qore VOD service.[15] Although its design is significantly different from other PSPs, it is not intended to replace the PSP 3000, which Sony will continue to manufacture, sell, and support.[13] Sony announced in April 2011 that it will stop production of the PSP Go to focus resources on developing the next-generation touch-screen PSP.[17]

Unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go does not feature a UMD drive, but instead has 16 GB of internal flash memory to store games, video, pictures, and other media.[16] This can be extended by up to 32 GB with the use of a Memory Stick Micro (M2) flash card. Also unlike previous PSP models, the PSP Go's rechargeable battery is not removable or replaceable by the user. The unit is 43% lighter and 56% smaller than the original PSP-1000,[13] and 16% lighter and 35% smaller than the PSP-3000.[8] It has a 3.8" 480 × 272 LCD[18] (compared to the larger 4.3" 480 × 272 pixel LCD on previous PSP models).[19] The screen slides up to reveal the main controls. The overall shape and sliding mechanism are similar to that of Sony's mylo COM-2 internet device.[20]

Connectivity

The PSP Go features 802.11b Wi-Fi like its predecessors, but no longer uses a standard USB A-to-Mini-B cable common with many devices. A new proprietary multi-use connector is used for USB connectivity. A suitable USB cable is included with the unit. The new multi-use connector allows for charging and USB similar to previous units, as well as video and sound output with the same connector (using an optional composite or component AV cable), unlike previous offerings which had TV OUT and USB functionality on separate ports. Sony also offers an optional cradle for charging and USB data transfer on the PSP Go, similar to previous offerings.

The PSP Go adds support for Bluetooth connectivity, enabling the use of compatible Bluetooth headsets and tethering with Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones. This also enables users to connect and play games using a Sixaxis or DualShock 3 PlayStation 3 controller or Bluetooth Headset.

Games

Because the PSP Go does not feature a UMD drive, games are downloaded from the PlayStation Store. While other PSP models have included the ability to run games and demos downloaded from the PlayStation Store, the PSP Go is the first for which this is the only means of distribution. The PSP Go has the demo Patapon 2 loaded onto the system and it also comes with an ESRB ratings guide, both in the internal memory in the games section. The removal of the UMD drive effectively region locks the unit due to the way in which a PSP must be linked to a single Playstation Network account. Since each account is locked to a single region, this prevents the user from ever playing games from more than one region at a time (since games from accounts other than the currently linked account cannot be started).

There are three ways to access the PlayStation Store. The PSP Go can directly download to itself, or users can also download then transfer the games from a PlayStation 3 or the Media Go software on Windows based computers. All current downloadable PSP and PlayStation games available for older PSP models will be compatible with the PSP Go. Sony has also confirmed that almost all UMD based PSP games released after October 1, 2009 will be available for download,[21][22] and a majority of older UMD-only games will also be downloadable at that time.[23]

Minis

A section of the PlayStation Store is available to all PS3 and PSP owners (PSP and PSP Go). A variety of developers contribute to the creation of "Minis". These games are smaller, cheaper and are available as download only. These games are available in the "minis" section of the PlayStation Store.

Reception

Front view of a closed black PSP Go.
Back view of a closed black PSP Go.

Reviews of the PSP go have been mixed. It is criticized mainly for its pricing with Ars Technica calling it "way too expensive" and The Guardian stating that cost is the "biggest issue" facing the machine.[24][25] Engadget points out that the Go costs only $50 less than the PlayStation 3, which comes equipped with a Blu-ray player.[26] Wired points out that the older PSP 3000 model is cheaper, while supporting UMDs and IGN states that the $250 price increase makes it a "hard sell".[27][28] The lack of support for UMDs and the inability to transfer games bought on UMD onto the Go and the placement of the analog stick next to the d-pad has also been criticized.[24][28][29] Reviewers also commented on how the change from a mini-USB port to a proprietary port means that hardware and cables bought for previous incarnations of the PSP are not compatible.[26][30] The Go's screen has been positively received with Ars Technica calling the image "brilliant, sharp and clear", T3 state that "pictures and videos look great".[24][31] The controls have received mixed reviews with The Times describing them as "instantly familiar" whereas CNET and Stuff call the position of the analog stick "awkward".[30][32][33] The ability to use a PS3 controller was praised by the New Zealand Herald but Ars Technica criticized the need to connect the controller and Go to a PS3 for initial setup.[24][34]

Relaunch

In February 2010, it was revealed that Sony may re-launch the PSP Go in the future, due to the lack of consumer interest and poor sales. [35] [36] In May 2010, it was revealed that Sony was now going to sell the PSP Go with ten free downloadable games in the UK. Sony began offering the free games in June 2010. The same offer was made available in Australia in July 2010. It has been revealed that Sony is also offering three free games for the PSP Go in America.[37][38][39][40] [41] In October 2010, Sony announced a price drop for the PSP Go, bringing the price to $199.99.[42][43][44]

Successor

In 2010, a picture of a new PSP motherboard was leaked on the Internet. Analysts have speculated that this could indicate that a revised version of the PSP is in development. The motherboard is smaller than in existing models as it appears to have had some features, like a micro processing unit, removed. The picture also appears to show a modified UMD latching technology, a speculative sign that Sony may be re-adding a UMD drive for a possible successor to the PSP Go.[45] However, in May 2010, many sources across the Internet claim that the next PSP will be a download-only device like the PSP Go. It has also been rumored that the new "PSP2" will include two cameras and a touchscreen while retaining the classic PlayStation face buttons and possibly adding dual-analog thumbsticks. A release date for the console was not confirmed, however, the NGP, or the PSP2, as the community has nicknamed, has been announced and presented during a conference in Japan on the 27th of January 2011.[46][46][47][48][49]

In Late June 2010, Sony denied claims that they are developing "3D PSP". Sony Worldwide Studios VP Scott Rohde stated that Sony "isn't ready" to announce a "PSP2" either.[50] Sony has since denied PSP2 will be download-only like PSP Go [51]

Alongside price drops of the PSP Go, rumors began circulating in October 2010[52] that Sony has shown a prototype "PSP2" in a secret conference for stakeholders and publishers, codenamed "Veta". [53] Unverified photos and supposed technical specifications[54] indicate that Veta would be a hybrid game and telephone device with a sliding form factor and no optical media slot, similar to the PSP Go. Veta is rumored to have the classic PlayStation face buttons but no analogue sticks; analogue input would be via a multi-touch strip that would simulate a pair of thumb sticks. The rumoured device's memory could be as much as 1 GB of RAM, a significant increase over that of the PSP and PSP Go.[55] A 2011 release date has been suggested.Sony representatives have refused to comment on these rumors.[56]

On January 27, 2011, Sony confirmed the release of a successor, called the Next Generation Portable.

On April 20, 2011, SCEI confirmed that the PSP Go had been discontinued in order to "to concentrate on NGP".[9][10]

See also

Footnotes

Notes
  1. ^ Sony has yet to reveal worldwide sales numbers.[5] Between 20,000 and 25,000 have been sold in Australia by May 2010.[6]
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External links

  • Official PSP website - UK, US