Redesigned PSPs reportedly in stores now from $169
- September 05, 2007 00:00 AM PST
Sony announced in a press release on Wednesday that the newly updated PSP 2000 is in stores now from $169.
PSP "Slim" (or 2000 as it's officially called) in stores now
The revamped units, first unveiled at E3 2007, are 33 percent lighter and 19 percent slimmer than original models. HD video and audio out have been added in addition to optimized memory for reduced loading times.
"PSP sales have soared since we introduced the $169.99 price point in April, and that momentum will only continue with the launch of the newly designed PSP," said Jack Tretton, president of Sony Computer Entertainment of America amid criticisms that the handheld lacks compelling software.
The redesigned PSP comes in three models; Piano Black for $169, a Ceramic White Star Wars bundle for $199, and the Ice Silver Daxter Entertainment bundle for $199.
An estimated 23 million PSP units have been sold worldwide compared to 49 million DS units.
See also: Video: Reaction to the new PSP!
This little sucker is nice! With a 100% mo' better hardware, now all Sony needs to do is focus on some fresh, original games for the portable.
