Sony PSP 3000 Ratchet & Clank Limited Edition Bundle Mystic Silver Handheld System

The PSP 3000 plays the same games and offers the same media support as the older PSP models, but Sony has upgraded the system with an improved LCD screen and a new built-in microphone. The LCD is the same size and resolution as older PSP displays, but it has a wider color gamut and anti-reflection technology.

The wider color gamut means that the new PSP screen is capable of displaying a wider range of colors. The new LCD also features five times the contrast ratio and quicker pixel-response times than the old PSP display. The response time has doubled in speed and will help eliminate ghosting or blurring during gameplay and video playback. The increased color gamut and improved contrast ratio was noticeable when PSP 3000 is placed right next to a PSP-2000 or PSP Slim; colors looked richer and more vibrant on the PSP 3000. The vivid, ghost-free screen does draw more power than the old screen. This new screen will reduce battery life by about 20 minutes.

Sony has said that the PSP 3000 will actually have the same battery life as the PSP-2000. The new screen does require more power, but Sony engineers have reduced the power draw from other system components to make up the difference and ensure that battery life remains the same for both gameplay and UMD video playback

I have been wanting a PSP for quite some time now, and finally did. Ive only had it a short while now, but what a great purchase. Great screen, graphics are easily comparable to the PS2. Its slim, sleek and pretty comfy in the hands which is something that I was worried about as I have larger hands. Sound output though the onboard speakers is surprisingly good, though through headphones leaves a little to be desired. Battery life is excellent, far better then what i was expecting, even with the wifi on.

Remote connect to my PS3 is great. I can stream all my music and more to my desk while at work with it.

There are hundreds of game choices. God of War titles. Final Fantasy titles. Kingdom Hearts titles. And so much more. The few games that I have played so far have not felt sluggish or lacking in anyway. And a full line of movies in UMD form as well.

It has full the Playstation Store built in, and you can download demos, movies, comics, and more right to your PSP without needing a PS3.

It easily connect via USB to both PC and Mac computers (a plus for me as Im a graphic designer and use Mac at work). Of course it connects easily to your PS3 if you have one. Havent tried on my xbox360 yet.

The memory cards are no longer an expensive item for this unit either. You can find 16gb cards for around $60 now.

Cons: It has better music visualization then the PS3. Wtf Sony?

All in all, I just wish that I had boughten this earlier. Preferably for PAX East 2010. But, there is always next year.

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Pros: improved screen over last years SLIM version PSP 2000. This package comes with the PSP 3000 model out just 4th Qtr 2008. better screen color is a major plus. Very light weight but seems not as sturdy as the older PSP 1000 units. trade off for slim size and lighter weight.

Minuses: there is no accessories in the bundle. No Case, No headphones.

Comes with PSP 3000 unit, 1200 mah battery, movie and game in paper holder (no plastic transport covers with the game or movie), and the 1 GB Memory card.

One other issue is there seems to be no way to get a bigger OEM (SONY Mfg) battery. there was a 22000 mah battery but good luck finding one. They are all Chinese or Japanese copies. I have read where they do not have the same capacity as they are labled or that they do not interact with the unit battery left meter accurately and will show full then last min drop to empty!

the local Gamestop said they stopped caring 3rd party batteries because they had some just pop and leak (right on the store shelf!).

The PSP 3000 silver mystic has a great design with sleek new features and the mystic silver adds a great touch to a great device. Its easier to handle and much lighter than previous versions. I would recommend this product to anyone who is a collector of electronics and travels cross country. I know the Ipod now comes with movie features but does not exceed the game play capability of the PSP. Its also got a bigger screen and the capacity to change from a 1GB to a 16GB with a simple switch of a mem stick. Great sony product.