There has been much confusion over the correct name of the latest version of Sony's premier handheld console the PSP. Journalists have referred to the latest version by several names so lets see if we can get to the bottom of the confusion. At the last count I have see it called by 5 different names. This confusion can only affect Sony in a negative way as it leads to customer confusion . You would think that Journalists would take the time to get such a simple thing as a name correct.

In an attempt to get rid of this confusion I've decided to see if i can get to the truth of what we should be calling the latest version of the PSP. The names I've seen used so far are:

PSP2000

PSP Slim

PSP Lite

PSP2K

PSP Slim and Lite

PSP Slimline

So lets get to the bottom of this...

The official designation for the latest PSP is the PSP2000 this follows on from the model number of the original PSP which was PSP1000. The Name by which Sony wish the PSP2000 to be known is the PSP Slim and Lite.

So there we have it the PSP 2000 should be known as the PSP Slim and Lite so all other designations are technically incorrect...but any way I am now off to play with my PSP lite

On the face of it the changes are subtle but a closer look will reveal the following..

• Internal Memory (RAM) has been increaded from 32 MB to 64 MB, so more space for savegames
• Wi-Fi Connection is better, the Wi-Fi Connection switch has been moved to the top of the handheld
• UMD games and movies load faster because the PSP stores UMD data in its temporary memory
• A better battery pack and the battery now recharges via USB data connection as well. The old PSP battery pack is still usable as well but the battery cover can’t be closed when using this old battery
• A video-out port with composite cable for hooking your Sony PSP Slim&Lite up to your TV
• The handheld has been reduced by 33%
• The PSP Slim and Lite is 19% narrower, slimmer in thickness
• The D-pad has been improved, it’s more like the PS3 SixAxis controller’s D-pad
• Memory Stick slot has been relocated
• The infra-red port has been removed
• Speakers have been repositioned on the front of the PSP near the screen
• Better UMD Loading tray, easier to use

We should know shortly if these changes have rally improved the PSP but given sony's recent record I have a feeling that a number of problem will soon appear.

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