PSP 3000 Core Pack - Black
Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Sony
Brand : Sony
Label : Sony
Publisher : Sony
Model : 98898
Platform : Sony PSP
Studio : Sony
ReleaseDate : 2008-12-15
Lowest Used Price: USD $135.00
Lowest New Price: USD $165.00
- Piano Black PlayStation Portable includes built-in microphone
- Listen to MP3s and watch full-length movies
- Built-in WiFi lets you access the Internet from any accessible hotspot
- Memory Stick Duo slot for storage expansion
The PSP (PlayStation Portable) system is the first truly integrated portable entertainment system designed to handle multiple applications - music, video, photo, Internet, and wireless connectivity, with games as its key feature. The PSP system features an unmatched library of entertainment content, combining more than 135 games and more than 430 feature films, TV programs, and videos on UMD from major studios and record labels, as well as downloadable content from the Internet.
Amazon.com Product Description
The PSP-3000 PlayStation Portable offers a beautiful screen that is brighter than ever, giving you a multitude of entertainment options on the go. Play games, listen to music, connect to the Internet, watch movies, and do more, all in a sleek compact package that you can easily bring with you wherever you go.
 The PSP features a bright 4.3-inch widescreen display. View larger. |
 You'll have plenty of entertainment options during a flight with the PSP. View larger. |
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 UMD discs hold 1.8 GB for epic games and full-length movies. View larger. |
The latest Playstation Portable revision, the PSP-3000, has everything the older PSPs had but now includes a built-in microphone, which lets you take advantage of voice features in some games as well as the PSP's built-in Skype functionality without having to use a headset. This PSP-3000 comes in a sleek black color scheme and also includes an improved anti-reflective screen that offers higher contrast and clearer visibility in well-lit places and can even be used outdoors.
A Full Entertainment System in Your Hands
The PSP was designed to handle all varieties of applications and entertainment -- music, video, communication, wireless networking, and, of course, gaming. Users will enjoy top-notch 3D games with high-quality, full-motion video, and high-fidelity audio. The 4.3-inch wide screen display is bright and beautiful, and works well under many different lighting conditions. If you prefer, you can also connect your PSP to your TV. The PSP utilizes the Universal Media Disc (UMD) for a storage medium, each of which holds 1.8 GB of data.
Hundred of Games to Choose From
The PSP gaming library is hundreds of titles strong and covers a wide variety of genres. Whether you are seeking the hard hits of football or the strategy of a puzzle game, there's sure to be many games for you. The PSP is capable of graphics quality that is comparable to the PlayStation 2, but in a pocket-sized package that you can take wherever you go.
Watch Movies and Videos On The Go
When you just want to sit back and enjoy a movie on a long plane trip, the PSP has you covered. The PSP offers two options to do this: you can either purchase full-length movies and TV shows on UMD, or you can download videos onto your computer and transfer them on a Memory Stick Duo for playing on your PSP. Included in the package is the movie National Treasure 2 on UMD.
You can also watch recorded television content downloaded to a Memory Stick Duo with the TiVo-To-Go service. (Please note that this requires $24.95 fee, you must have a TiVo Series2 connected to your home network.)
Listen to Your Music Collection Anywhere
With the ability to play MP3, WAV, WMA, ATRAC3+, and MP4 files, you can easily use your PSP as an audio player. Simply place your music on a Memory Stick Duo, and you can navigate your collection using the PSP's XMB (XrossMediaBar) to select your song to play.
Built-in WiFi allows for Internet Browsing and Online Gaming
With built-in WiFi, you can access the Internet from any accessible hotspot. Once connected, you can surf the Web and download exclusive demos and content for your PSP from the PlayStation Store.
The WiFi also allows you to battle other gamers, both over the Internet and in your local vicinity.
What's in the Box:
Black PSP-3000 system, AC power cord, AC adapter, battery pack, documentation.
PSP 3000 (2009-02-24)
Not sure why they call it a pack--you can't do anything with it until you buy something to use with it. Anyway, my son loves playing with this psp...that is after you buy a game and a memory stick.
fun redefined (2009-02-22)
this was bought as a gift for my brother to replace his psp (1st generation). According to his evaluation, he seems to have more fun since its faster & brighter. SDidn't go wrong with this as a xmas gift.
psp (2009-02-20)
i ordered psp from amazon and it was deliverd on set forth day on time new works great no problems.
PSP Rocks! (2009-02-20)
I don't know why I waited so long to get one. God of War is awesome!
A great system with a few drawbacks. (2009-02-16)
The PSP-3000 has taken the place of a Nintendo DS (pre-Lite) as my handheld of choice.
To start, this unit is gorgeous. The screen is enormous and vivid. The screen is bright enough for outdoor use, so long as the sun isn't shining directly onto it. I love the black finish, and it's not as much of a fingerprint magnet as I though it would be. I have a blackberry curve that gets my fingers a little sweaty after prolonged use, but the PSP does not. Certainly a plus.
The D-pad on this unit is FANTASTIC. Anyone who owns an Xbox 360 understands that a D-pad can be very frustrating if done wrong. Not the case here, as it handles like a dream. The buttons are large and feel great as well. As for the analog "nub", I haven't quite come around to it yet. I haven't played any games that fully rely on it, but in using it sparingly in some games, and on the web browser, I can say that it just doesn't feel that great to me. Your milage may vary.
I have noticed NONE of the ballywhoed (is that how you spell it?) interlacing problems that I've seen mentioned. The screen is perfect during gameplay, and the screen is perfect during movie playback. Period.
Also of note, the PSP does have a good games library, contrary to the opinons of some. (I'd recommend Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2, and the wonderful Patapon for starters) Other than gameplay, I'd say that where the PSP excels is as a music/podcast player. The XMB works well, just like the PS3's. I have about a dozen albums on my PSP, (on a memory stick of course) and also get my daily dose of Pardon the Interruption via my PSP. I download the PTI podcast direct from the PSP's web browser, negating the need to hook it up to a computer. I LOVE this feature. Speaking of which, I'd say that the web browser is about what you'd expect. Not bad, not great. Par for the course in mobile devices.
I gave the PSP-3000 4 stars instead of 5 for the following reasons:
-The PSP is very picky as a video player. Do some searches on the web about the PSP's required video codecs and you'll seee that it's a huge hassle getting video on this thing. I was quite disappointed by this.
-Speaker volume. I listen to my podcasts with the volume turned all the way up, but I still wish it would go higher. I've seen this mentioned by others as well.
-Disc noise. With some titles, you'll hear an alarming scratching noise during loading times. I practically ran to a computer to see if others had this problem when I first heard it, but it seems that this is nothing out of the ordinary. Hear it for the first time and you'll see why I was so worried. It sounds AWFUL. I do admit that I have gotten used to it though. (Also, Patapon does NOT exhibit this problem during loading. Disc noise seemingly varies from game to game.)
-Memory. How the hell does this system still not have internal memory? Anything you'll ever want to do (play games, store media) will require a memory stick. Memory sticks are of course more expensive than similiar media, because it's Sony's proprietary format. Ugh. Having said that, you can get a good price on 4gb sticks now. But it still hurts to have to shell out more money after springing for the already pricy PSP.
Shortcomings aside, I still recommend the PSP-3000 for anyone looking for a capable game machine. For those like myself that don't carry an iPod or similiar media device, the PSP comes with a higher recommendation since it aptly serves to replace the iPod's media features. All around a great handheld.
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