PSP gearing up for serious gaming: GPS receiver and PSP Camera info revealed
To further cement the current status of PSP as the best gaming handheld currently out in the market hardware-wise, a SCEJ press event on Tokyo revealed more juicy info on the much-awaited GPS receiver and PSP Camera, two pieces of hardware that can further boost PSP’s image as a multi-media device molded into a single portable machine.
Barely two days ago, we’ve made a sighting of Rosswell proportions; ok, I’m exaggerating. But to say that I’m just excited with this feature is such an understatement. We have now more images of the much-talked about PSP Camera, and if the suppositions of Chris C. triggered a lot of ideas from you, well I’m pretty sure the details we have, no matter how small, will put debates on its capabilities to rest – at least some of it.
The event showcased a working PSP camera. Every visitor was able to have a good idea of its power as they ogle at their own images on the displayed handheld (hope those glowing eyes are for the PSP, not for their narcissistic selves). Judging from the looks of it, I think it would be safe to assume that it would have higher quality than most of today’s camera-equipped cellphones. The camera can also be turned horizontally to take images either front or back. The fixing of the camera is the same with the previously released PSP USB microphone.
The GPS receiver was also displayed for public viewing, although it wasn’t actually shown functioning. Sony however signified plans of incorporating the add-on to improve portable gaming. But it was strike two for us as they held on to the details of this. The upcoming Tokyo Game Show should give us a better idea of how this device could enhance our PSP gaming experience.
Aside from the two add-ons, the affair also featured “Everyone’s Map” from Zenrin, “Talkman Euro version” from SCEJ, and a promotion gimmicks for the Loco Roco title. The PSP camera and GPS receiver is expected to hit stores on this year’s Autumn.
Via Impress Watch
To further cement the current status of PSP as the best gaming handheld currently out in the market hardware-wise, a SCEJ press event on Tokyo revealed more juicy info on the much-awaited GPS receiver and PSP Camera, two pieces of hardware that can further boost PSP’s image as a multi-media device molded into a single portable machine.
Barely two days ago, we’ve made a sighting of Rosswell proportions; ok, I’m exaggerating. But to say that I’m just excited with this feature is such an understatement. We have now more images of the much-talked about PSP Camera, and if the suppositions of Chris C. triggered a lot of ideas from you, well I’m pretty sure the details we have, no matter how small, will put debates on its capabilities to rest – at least some of it.
The event showcased a working PSP camera. Every visitor was able to have a good idea of its power as they ogle at their own images on the displayed handheld (hope those glowing eyes are for the PSP, not for their narcissistic selves). Judging from the looks of it, I think it would be safe to assume that it would have higher quality than most of today’s camera-equipped cellphones. The camera can also be turned horizontally to take images either front or back. The fixing of the camera is the same with the previously released PSP USB microphone.
The GPS receiver was also displayed for public viewing, although it wasn’t actually shown functioning. Sony however signified plans of incorporating the add-on to improve portable gaming. But it was strike two for us as they held on to the details of this. The upcoming Tokyo Game Show should give us a better idea of how this device could enhance our PSP gaming experience.
Aside from the two add-ons, the affair also featured “Everyone’s Map” from Zenrin, “Talkman Euro version” from SCEJ, and a promotion gimmicks for the Loco Roco title. The PSP camera and GPS receiver is expected to hit stores on this year’s Autumn.
Via Impress Watch