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The PSP-3000 is the third release of the [[Sony PSP]] | The <b>PSP-3000</b> is the third release of the [[Sony PSP]]. | ||
==Release Dates== | It is officially known as the "PSP Slim & Lite" or nicknamed "PSP Brite" by the [[homebrew]] community. | ||
== Release Dates == | |||
It was released on: | It was released on: | ||
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==Features and Changes== | ==Features and Changes== | ||
Here is a list of all | Here is a list of all <b>known</b> changes: | ||
*The LCD screen will have a wider color gamut and higher contrast ratio to deliver deeper, more vibrant colors, as well as anti-reflection technology so you can see the screen more clearly when playing outdoors. As you all know, the PSP’s screen is a key strength of the hardware, and this update adds an absolutely dazzling LCD screen to the handheld. | *The LCD screen will have a wider color gamut and higher contrast ratio to deliver deeper, more vibrant colors, as well as anti-reflection technology so you can see the screen more clearly when playing outdoors. As you all know, the PSP’s screen is a key strength of the hardware, and this update adds an absolutely dazzling LCD screen to the handheld. | ||
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* The UMD is still the main support for the games and video for the PSP-3000. | * The UMD is still the main support for the games and video for the PSP-3000. | ||
* The PSP-3000 fits into a PSP | * The PSP-3000 <u>fits</u> into a PSP Slim case. | ||
* The Pandora Battery does not work on a PSP-3000. The | * The Pandora Battery <u>does not work</u> on a PSP-3000. The iplloader exploit has been <u>fixed</u>. | ||
==PSP-3000 Bundles== | ==PSP-3000 Bundles== | ||
===PSP-3000 4GB Entertainment Pack=== | ===PSP-3000 4GB Entertainment Pack=== | ||
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* Download code for the game Everyday Shooter | * Download code for the game Everyday Shooter | ||
Price: US$199<BR> | Price: US$199<BR> | ||
Release Date: October 15 2008 | Release Date: October 15, 2008 | ||
===PSP-3000 Entertainment Pack=== | ===PSP-3000 Entertainment Pack=== | ||
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* Download code for Echocrome. | * Download code for Echocrome. | ||
Price: US$199<BR> | Price: US$199<BR> | ||
Release Date: October 15 2008 | Release Date: October 15, 2008 | ||
===PSP-3000 + FIFA 09/Lego Batman Pack=== | ===PSP-3000 + FIFA 09/Lego Batman Pack=== | ||
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* FIFA 09/Lego Batman | * FIFA 09/Lego Batman | ||
Price: £149.99<BR> | Price: £149.99<BR> | ||
Release Date: October 17 2008 | Release Date: October 17, 2008 | ||
===PSP-3000 Core Pack=== | ===PSP-3000 Core Pack=== | ||
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* Battery charger & Manuals | * Battery charger & Manuals | ||
Price: US$169.99<BR> | Price: US$169.99<BR> | ||
Release Date: Unknown | Release Date: Unknown | ||
==[[Firmware]] | ==[[Official_Firmware_(OFW)|Firmware]] particularity== | ||
'''Firmware [[4.20]]''' | '''Firmware [[Official_Firmware_(OFW)#4.20|4.20]]''': (<i>initial firmware for the PSP-3000</i>) | ||
*[Flicker Reduction] under the [Connected Display] menu in [Settings] | *[Flicker Reduction] under the [Connected Display] menu in [Settings] | ||
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*[Color Space] under the [System Settings] menu in [Settings] | *[Color Space] under the [System Settings] menu in [Settings] | ||
'''Firmware [[5. | '''Firmware [[Official_Firmware_(OFW)#5.50|5.50]]''': | ||
*The [PlayStation® Network] category has been added in the XMB Menu | *The [PlayStation® Network] category has been added in the XMB Menu | ||
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==Criticisms== | ==Criticisms== | ||
Many PSP 3000 users have complained in numerous PSP and Gaming dedicated forums about the PSP 3000's LCD screen. The quality has been referred to as being sub-par with that of the PSP 1000 and 2000 due to visible interlacing scan lines. Sony Japan's response has stated that "Since this is caused by hardware characteristics, there is no plan to fix it with system software update." | Many PSP 3000 users have complained in numerous PSP and Gaming dedicated forums about the PSP 3000's LCD screen. The quality has been referred to as being sub-par with that of the PSP 1000 and 2000 due to visible interlacing scan lines. Sony Japan's response has stated that "Since this is caused by hardware characteristics, there is no plan to fix it with system software update." | ||
Some have speculated that in response to the ever increasing posts and articles suggesting that users are better off purchasing the PSP 2000, Sony has issued a silent recall of the PSP 3000. | Some have speculated that in response to the ever increasing posts and articles suggesting that users are better off purchasing the PSP 2000, Sony has issued a silent recall of the PSP 3000. | ||
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===Cancellations=== | ===Cancellations=== | ||
In addition, there are reports that advanced pre-orders of the "PSP 3000 Limited Edition 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack" have been suddenly cancelled by Amazon, with | In addition, there are reports that advanced pre-orders of the "PSP 3000 Limited Edition 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack" have been suddenly cancelled by Amazon, with information that it isn't available. This is the product we're talking about: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EPSAU2. | ||
[[Category:PlayStation Portable]] | [[Category:PlayStation Portable]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:40, 17 June 2024
The PSP-3000 is the third release of the Sony PSP.
It is officially known as the "PSP Slim & Lite" or nicknamed "PSP Brite" by the homebrew community.
Release Dates[edit | edit source]
It was released on:
- October 14, 2008 in North America.
- October 15, 2008 in Europe.
- October 16, 2008 in Japan and Australia.
- October 17, 2008 in the UK .
Features and Changes[edit | edit source]
Here is a list of all known changes:
- The LCD screen will have a wider color gamut and higher contrast ratio to deliver deeper, more vibrant colors, as well as anti-reflection technology so you can see the screen more clearly when playing outdoors. As you all know, the PSP’s screen is a key strength of the hardware, and this update adds an absolutely dazzling LCD screen to the handheld.
- A built-in microphone allows for Skype calls and multi-player gaming communication directly from the hardware - eliminating the need for attaching a separate headset.
- The Start and Select buttons have been made into oval shapes unlike the previous semi-circle shapes. The silver ring on the back of the PSP is much thinner.
- The PSP now supports interlaced TV-out via composite cable in PSP games.
Compatibility and Incompatibility[edit | edit source]
- The UMD is still the main support for the games and video for the PSP-3000.
- The PSP-3000 fits into a PSP Slim case.
- The Pandora Battery does not work on a PSP-3000. The iplloader exploit has been fixed.
PSP-3000 Bundles[edit | edit source]
PSP-3000 4GB Entertainment Pack[edit | edit source]
Bundle contains:
- Piano-black PSP
- 4 GB Memory-stick Pro Duo
- Download code for the game Everyday Shooter
Price: US$199
Release Date: October 15, 2008
PSP-3000 Entertainment Pack[edit | edit source]
Bundle contains:
- Mystic Silver PSP
- 1 GB Memory-stick Pro Duo
- Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters
- National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets on UMD
- Download code for Echocrome.
Price: US$199
Release Date: October 15, 2008
PSP-3000 + FIFA 09/Lego Batman Pack[edit | edit source]
Bundle contains:
- Piano-black PSP
- FIFA 09/Lego Batman
Price: £149.99
Release Date: October 17, 2008
PSP-3000 Core Pack[edit | edit source]
Bundle contains:
- Black OR Silver PSP
- Battery charger & Manuals
Price: US$169.99
Release Date: Unknown
Firmware particularity[edit | edit source]
Firmware 4.20: (initial firmware for the PSP-3000)
- [Flicker Reduction] under the [Connected Display] menu in [Settings]
- [Noise Reduction] under the [Connected Display] menu in [Settings]
- [Color Space] under the [System Settings] menu in [Settings]
Firmware 5.50:
- The [PlayStation® Network] category has been added in the XMB Menu
- The [PlayStation® Store] and [Account Management] are now available under the [PlayStation® Network] category
- The Sleep Timer feature can now be used under [Music].
- USB Auto-Connect added as a feature under [Settings]
Criticisms[edit | edit source]
Many PSP 3000 users have complained in numerous PSP and Gaming dedicated forums about the PSP 3000's LCD screen. The quality has been referred to as being sub-par with that of the PSP 1000 and 2000 due to visible interlacing scan lines. Sony Japan's response has stated that "Since this is caused by hardware characteristics, there is no plan to fix it with system software update."
Some have speculated that in response to the ever increasing posts and articles suggesting that users are better off purchasing the PSP 2000, Sony has issued a silent recall of the PSP 3000. As of 24/10/2008 users in the PlayStation EU forums have noted that reference to the PSP-3000 has been removed from the PSP section of the official PlayStation EU site.
While on the US PlayStation website within the same section referring to the PSP hardware, a slight change to the wording of its description has take place. Previously stating "This system features an improved LCD screen with the widest color gamut" it now reads "'This system features an advanced LCD screen with the widest color gamut".
Cancellations[edit | edit source]
In addition, there are reports that advanced pre-orders of the "PSP 3000 Limited Edition 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack" have been suddenly cancelled by Amazon, with information that it isn't available. This is the product we're talking about: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EPSAU2.