Its Day # 8, in the last minute Christmas gift idea, today we’re going to take a look at some that’s fun for everyone of all ages. It’s the PSP (PlayStations Portable) If you’re planning on going away this Christmas or New Year, and planning on traveling a long distance, then the PSP is a must have gift. The PSP is a multi function media (and most important) gaming center. It’s the ultimate handheld gaming system; at the heart of the PSP is a new media format known as the Universal Media Disc, or UMD. Each UMD can hold 1.8 GB of data, enough room for rich and complex games. UMDs, (which are housed in a protective cover), slide into the rear of the PSP. Kind of like the old cartages. Sony has declared the UMD an open format for developers and media content owners, so Movies, Music, MP3 and MP4 downloading capabilities. The PSP's also comes with a 333 MHz processor that dwarfs the speed of competing handheld consoles. Add this polygon-pushing muscle to 4 MB of fast DRAM and 32 MB of embedded RAM, and you've got a device with graphics rendering capabilities close to that of the PlayStation2. And because no game is complete without audio, the PSP is generously appointed with built-in stereo speakers, as well Dolby Digital 7.1 surround sound capability. Sony has also pulled out all the stops with the PSP display. The bright, 4.3-inch LCD sports a 16:9 aspect ratio and 480 x 272 pixel resolution--plenty of real estate for heavy gaming action and widescreen-format movies. All of this is powered by a removable, and rechargeable, lithium-ion battery.
Memory Stick™ Play movie/video saved on a Memory Stick Duo™. This icon will appear only when a Memory Stick Duo™ slot is inserted. With Memory Stick Duo media, you can store your saved games, downloaded online content, personal video and audio files, and more. When you want access to these files from your PC, simply use the PSP's USB 2.0 port to turn the device into a fast portable media drive. Then, drag and drop files such as your photos, MP3s, and videos onto the PSP, just as you would any other removable storage device. The PSP ships with a 32 MB Memory Stick Duo and additional media with higher storage capacities are available.
Now if you’re worried about the controls from its perspective, the PSP is made for gaming. If you're familiar with a PlayStation controller, you'll be a pro at the PSP's controls in no time. Directional buttons, as well as an analog stick are provided. Meanwhile, the familiar left and right shoulder buttons, as well as triangle, circle, cross and square buttons are integrated into the device's slim case. Finally, home, select, and start buttons give you quick access and control over the PSP's important functions.
The PSP's ability to connect to the internet, and to other PSPs and USB-based peripherals, is a real advantage. Its Wi-fi connectivity (or IEEE 801.11b), Use this wireless internet standard to connect to other gamers around the world for hot multiplayer action--all from your couch, or your local Wi-fi hotspot. As mentioned, the PSP's USB 2.0 port is great for PC connectivity, but it also opens the PSP up for a whole range of future peripherals. Sony has plans for the PSP in other ways, too; the unit's infrared port speaks of remote control capabilities in the near future.
What's in the Box
PSP device, AC adapter, battery pack, 32 MB Memory Stick Duo, ear-bud headphones with remote control, soft case and hand strap. (Items may very).
The only down sides to the PSP, its glossy finish may look good, but except to be cleaning it a lot, you will leave finger prints. And when it comes to Memory Stick, it can end up costing you more the PSP itself. Overall, this is a must get gift.
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