Pictures: PSP Fat vs. PSP Slim
- July 14, 2007 22:12 PM PST
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The new PSP doesn't look any different from a distance, but the system's subtle and welcome updates quickly come into view when up close.
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Details of the new PSP announced this week: It's a slimmer build and noticeably lighter when in hand. There is a glossy coat over the paint job, WLAN/Wi-fi switch moved to top of unit next to UMD drive. The UMD chassis has been streamlined; no awkward slide button to pop it open just a little groove you slip your thumb under and it pops out (much better). Sony has confirmed that additional RAM has been added to improve UMD load times in games. The battery is far, far lighter (and smaller). Plugging in a PSP Fat battery will give nearly double battery life according to Sony because the new PSP is far more "fuel efficient." The speakers have moved; they're close to the top of the unit, above your thumbs, and the D-pad and four action buttons have been vastly improved; they feel great, much more like PS3 controller. Includes HD video/audio out. Retails for $169. Due this September.
The new back isn't matte!
Behold 19% slimmer, with 100% more roundie.
Thinner battery equals less weight (33% less)
More streamlined design, same number of smudges
Thinner indeed.
The new retail box... though it shows the old PSP. Oops!
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- May 03 2008 at 06:24:09:PM PST
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Ok guys check it out. I have owned both, and to be honest, i felt better handling the older one. the new one seems really cheaply made and feels like it will break easier...i am personally going to stick with the old one, so i can ENJOY playing what little games are offered, rather than worrying about hitting the buttons too hard. Well anyway, i do agree about the ds lite analogy...the redesign of that system ACTUALLY made it look different, different buttons, brighter screens, and so so much smaller. and the new psp doesn't have that drastic of a difference, and personally i like it better.
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