candycaw Guest | Here is something about Sony PlayStation 3
Swanky design with quiet operation; all games in high-definition; PSP-like user-friendly interface; plays high-def Blu-ray movies in addition to standard DVDs; built-in Wi-Fi; 60GB hard drive;
Bluetooth support for wireless controllers and accessories is coming; backwards-compatible with PS2 and PS1 titles; built-in memory card readers; online play is free; HDMI output with 1080p support; no external power supply
So much things about it ,and this time I would say something about the aspect of multimedia ,especially The PS3’s media features are extensive — enough so that the console could be a worthwhile purchase even for people who never deign to even fire up a game.
For starters, the PlayStation 3 hits the shelves as the most affordable Blu-ray player you can buy — merely half the price of $1,000 to $1,300 models from the likes of Samsung, Panasonic, Pioneer, Philips, and — ironically — Sony. Before I delve into the PS3’s HD movie prowess (see “movie watching," below), let’s take a holistic look at the console’s multimedia functionality.
In addition to the built-in memory card reader on the 60GB model (we applaud Sony for not subjecting us to a Memory Stick-only environment), the PS3 can read digital photos from a variety of USB-attached devices, including most digital cameras, the PSP, USB flash drives, and home-burned CD-Rs.
On the video front, the PS3 plays Blu-ray discs in full high-definition as well as DVD movies.
It also supports MPEG1, MPEG2, and MPEG4/h.264 video files from flash, USB, or disc-based media (reading from the “video” directory). If you transfer the videos to the PS3’s hard drive, thumbnails on the video menu are shown as 15-second video clips, rather than just as still images of the first frame of the video.
You currently can’t stream files from your PC or over your LAN (local area network), but you can stream video from your PS3 to your PSP using the PS3’s Remote Play feature.
Sony hasn’t yet provided for a way to convert videos you might download from its PlayStation Store to a portable size that can be automatically be transferred to your PSP.
And here I will thank Imtoo MPEG Encoder which is a powerful PSP converter, which helps me convert video to PSP movie, PS3 Video MPEG-4 (480p, 720p, 1080i). It is even capable of converting almost all popular videos to PSP video format, which really do me a great favor
I personally like this one, works great, no problems so far, but on ething though, it starts in japanese, so when you go to the setup after you install it, you could just use the pull down menu to select english
basically its just a drag and drop converter to whatever you choose.
Sony PSP
What they’re doing right: There’s no questioning the gaming quality some of these companies are pumping out for the PSP. It’s seeing some quality work come tumbling its way, as well as new developments (like Tekken: Dark Resurrection and Ultimate Ghosts n' Goblins that are sure to be big hits for 2006.
Sony’s also going the right way with the availability of classic PS One games for download on the PSP, coming later this year. This’ll help push downloadable gaming in a nice new way, reintroducing us to gaming’s past while keeping things firmly in the present. And maybe it’ll pave the way for the thing that Sony needs the most, right at the top of the “What They Need To Do” list.
What they need to do: Establish a full-on gaming network. Sony’s easily got the resources and finances to set themselves up a service along the likes of Xbox Live and Nintendo’s Wi-Fi Connection. Maybe the PlayStation Network is the answer, but so far, it seems to heavily support the PS3. What Sony should do here is provide some kind of push that allows for greater connection of online play across the board, without having to really deal with set-up issues or worrying about trying to find a buddy. Ease of service would really make this a smooth running machine, and a dedicated network would be the answer.
I love the idea of classic PS One downloads, but what Sony really needs to do here is make them quick and easy on the memory cards. Sure, a gamer can easily get out there and upgrade to a larger memory card if they run out of room, but some won’t want to go all out and do that for the sake of Wipeout or Crash Bandicoot. I know, some games take more space than others, but it should be more about convenience to players instead of forcing them to fork over $100 to make things work... not to mention re-allocate their game saves. As far as speed, hey, an online network would be just the thing to spread this around. Another push for that.
Also, let’s do away with the UMD movie market. Seriously. It was a fun idea while it lasted (all but one month), but to oversaturate your machine with a bunch of movie releases instead of games is sending the wrong message. It’s time to put the focus back on the gaming side of things, as they’ve done with their previous two months of game releases. If I want to watch House of Flying Daggers, hey, my DVD player is set to go.
How about some new system colors? Nintendo’s got the right thing with their Nintendo DS designs, so why not give the Sony PSP some distinction in its design? Go for an old-school PSX development blue-colored unit, or maybe even bring over the much-loved white PSP to the US market for the budget price of $200. A different look could hook many gamers into checking out the machine, and would not require some to try their luck with a game skin that would leave a sticky residue on the device.
Tournaments and celebrity play would also work pretty well on this format. Having weekly championship matches of Syphon Filter would be just the ticket, and maybe some developers can step up and talk smack about how much better they are at their own games than us... which, of course, could lead to a few surprises. All we need now is some online Gran Turismo 4 Mobile to put them in their place... which, hopefully, will come this year.
Overall, Sony’s finally got their focus on the PSP right where they want it, they just need to push for some changes in order to make theirs the prominent choice for handheld gaming.
Both companies have positives and negatives, and both have some of the best games we’ve seen in quite a long time on the handheld front. But it’s obvious that the war is not over, and with just the right amount of leadership and determination, it could lead to greater things... and perhaps even an overall winner. But just remember that sometimes it’s the journey, not the destination, that’s memorable. This’ll be an outstanding war.
8GB PSP Memory Stick PRO Duo
May I be the first to say - it’s about time! We told you the 8GB stick was coming… and still on the way. Well, now it’s finally set for release. Sony has finally stepped up to the plate and released an 8GB model of their Memory Stick PRO Duo. You’ll be able to take advantage of 8GB of movies, music, and games as long as your PSP is running firmware 2.81+. The 8GB Memory Stick will be available in Japan on March 9 for ¥38,000, or about $325 US!
Unless you have $325 burning a hole in your pocket, you may want to stick with the 4GB model. |
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