Sony PSP 3000 Series Slim and Lite Handheld Console (Black)

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PlayStation Comics – country selector". Playstationcomics.com. October 8, 2009. Archived from the original on August 24, 2011 . Retrieved August 23, 2011. The PSP-3000 was released in North America on October 14, 2008, in Japan on October 16, in Europe on October 17, [62] [63] and in Australia on October 23. [64] In its first four days on sale in Japan, the PSP-3000 sold over 141,270 units, according to Famitsu; [65] it sold 267,000 units during October. [66] PSP – Remote Play". Sony Computer Entertainment. Archived from the original on April 9, 2008 . Retrieved March 26, 2008. When it comes to the PSP-3000's screen, we can honestly say that we prefer that of its predecessor in nearly every capacity. We'll gladly take slightly more muted colors in exchange for more naturalistic, balanced representation. Especially when paired with the extremely noticeable interlacing issues, motivation for buying the PSP-3000 is significantly reduced.

Why is Sony PSP 2000 better than Sony PSP 3000?

The PlayStation Portable (PSP) is a great little console that marked Sony's foray into handheld gaming. But with all of the different hardware revisions over its 10-year run – PSP 1000 vs 2000 vs 3000 vs PSP Go – it can be difficult to know which model is right for you. Oravasaari, Dan (March 3, 2012). "The History of PlayStation Ads: PSP". PlayStation Lifestyle . Retrieved September 10, 2023. Cavalli, Earnest. "Sony Details PSP'S 5.50 Firmware Update". Wired. Archived from the original on November 29, 2018 . Retrieved August 24, 2018.

At E3 2010, Sony created a fictional 12-year-old character that was used by Sony Computer Entertainment America as part of their Step Your Game Up advertising campaign for the PlayStation Portable and PSPgo consoles in North America, as part of the PlayStation 3's "It Only Does Everything" advertising campaign. [232] The character, Marcus Rivers, was played by child-actor Bobb'e J. Thompson, and started as the publicist of the PlayStation Portable division of Sony, responding to "Dear PSP" queries. [233] Marcus was additionally used to advertise games for the system. [234] The character was eventually discontinued, with the "Dear PSP" campaign continuing without them. [235] See also [ edit ]Sony under fire for 'racist' advertising". Engadget. July 6, 2006. Archived from the original on August 30, 2011 . Retrieved August 23, 2011. Bierton, David (November 30, 2011). "PSP E-1000 Review". Eurogamer. Archived from the original on March 6, 2020 . Retrieved February 21, 2020. E3 2004: PSP press release". Gamedaily.com. December 31, 2003. Archived from the original on March 23, 2008 . Retrieved March 13, 2008. PSP (PlayStation Portable) Cumulative Production Shipments of Hardware". Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Archived from the original on March 5, 2012 . Retrieved February 28, 2007. Brandt, Andrew (March 18, 2005). "First Look: Sony's Impressive PlayStation Portable". PC World. Archived from the original on March 23, 2008 . Retrieved March 31, 2008.

Playstation Portable (PSP)". Computing History UK. Archived from the original on August 16, 2018 . Retrieved August 15, 2018. Of the announced feature improvements of the PSP-3000—a built-in microphone, matte-finish, and anti-reflective screens—none was more hyped than the new, higher performing screen. The official specs of the PSP-3000's new screen boast an expanded color gamut twice that of its predecessor, and nearly five times the contrast ratio. But shortly after launch this month, users began to report sub-par performance of the PSP-3000's screens. According to many users posts, the PSP-3000 screen displays significant signs of interlacing, such as noticeable scan lines and ghosting. Michael McWhertor (April 3, 2008). "Simple 2000: The Japanese Software Chart". Kotaku. Archived from the original on April 6, 2008 . Retrieved April 4, 2008. PSP Go System Instruction Manual (English/Spanish)" (PDF). Sony. pp.53–54. Archived from the original (PDF) on December 29, 2009 . Retrieved June 10, 2012. a b "Get the skinny!". Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. July 12, 2007. Archived from the original on July 15, 2007 . Retrieved November 30, 2008.

Why is Sony PSP 3000 better than Sony PSP 2000?

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Sony PSP-3000 Hands-On". Gamespot UK. August 28, 2008. Archived from the original on February 10, 2009 . Retrieved November 7, 2009. There were 1,370 games released for the PSP during its 10-year lifespan. Launch games for PSP included; Ape Escape: On the Loose (North America, Europe, Japan), Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower (North America, Europe, Japan), Dynasty Warriors (all regions), Lumines (North America, Europe, Japan), Metal Gear Acid (North America, Europe, Japan), Need for Speed: Underground Rivals (North America, Europe, Japan), NFL Street 2: Unleashed (North America, Europe), Ridge Racer (North America, Europe, Japan), Spider-Man 2 (2004) (North America, Europe, Japan), Tiger Woods PGA Tour (North America, Europe, Japan), Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix (North America, Europe), Twisted Metal: Head-On (North America, Europe), Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade (North America, Europe, Japan), Wipeout Pure (all regions), and World Tour Soccer: Challenge Edition (North America, Europe). [154] [155] [156] Additionally, Gretzky NHL and NBA were North America exclusive launch titles. The best selling PSP game is Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, which sold 7.6 million copies as of October 2015. [ citation needed] Gran Turismo PSP Sales". Polyphony Digital. September 30, 2017. Archived from the original on February 26, 2018 . Retrieved December 17, 2018.Claudine Beaumont. "Sony PSP: Details of new Go console leak ahead of E3". Archived from the original on June 6, 2009 . Retrieved December 30, 2016. The PSP's top-mounted USB port is designed with at least two specific accessories in mind: the PSP camera and the GPS attachment. There are also rumors of a keyboard attachment in the pipeline. Although the camera and GPS add-ons are available internationally, neither one has been officially released in North America. Best PlayStation Portable Games". Metacritic. Archived from the original on August 20, 2018 . Retrieved December 18, 2018. Brian Lam (July 11, 2007). "New PSP Slim Coming September, Kinda Looks the Same". Archived from the original on October 15, 2007 . Retrieved October 16, 2007.