Price will be $199.99, also comes in ceramic white. Full release after the jump.

PSP(R)(Playstation(R)Portable) Becomes Slimmer and Lighter

New PSP Makes Its Debut To The Market Worldwide In September With Newly
Equipped Video-Out Port

TOKYO, July 11 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI)
today unveiled an enhanced design for PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system
(PSP-2000) that has a more streamlined form factor and a video-out port which
will become available in stores from September in Japan, North America and
Europe.

While succeeding the basic functions and design philosophy of the current
PSP including a 4.3 inch wide high resolution LCD screen, overwhelmingly large
for a handheld device, new PSP is 33 percent lighter and 19 percent slimmer
than the original version, making the all-in-one handheld entertainment system
even easier to carry around at approx.189g in weight (weight of current model
is approx.280g) and approx.18.6mm in thickness (thickness of current model is
approx.23.0 mm).

Adding a video-out port(*1) enables new PSP users to experience high
quality UMD(TM) (Universal Media Disc) Video, pictures and movies from Memory
Stick Duo and game software titles(*2) on their TVs at home. Also, new PSP is
equipped with enhanced feature to temporarily store game data from UMD,
reducing load time during game play(*3). Moreover, the ability to charge the
unit through PLAYSTATION(R)3 or PC via USB cable during data transfer is newly
equipped(*4), further positioning PSP as a true handheld device.

A new PSP comes in three basic colors of "Piano Black", "Ceramic White",
and "Ice Silver" to meet a variety of lifestyle and preferences for all
ages(*5).

During the two and a half years since the launch of PSP in December, 2004
strong support from users worldwide as well as an abundance of exciting
software titles from publishers around the world have resulted in PSP
achieving cumulative shipment of 25 million units for the hardware and 100
million units for software titles worldwide by March, 2007. The expansion of
the PSP platform is being boosted worldwide along with its exciting lineup of
software titles as well as the introduction of color variations.

SCEI will continue to further expand the PSP platform and create a new
world of computer entertainment with innovative and exciting new titles and a
new PSP.

(*1) Video output cables (AV cable/S VIDEO cable/D Terminal AV
cable/Component AV cable) are sold separately. Product lineup may
differ by country/region.
(*2) Progressive TV and PSP specific cable (D Terminal AV cable or
Component AV cable) are necessary to output game software titles for
PSP.
(*3) Effect of this feature varies depending on software titles.
(*4) PSP needs to be put in "USB Connection" mode.
(*5) Color variations may differ by country/region.

PSP(R)(PlayStation(R) Portable) (PSP-2000) Product Overview

Product Name PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable)
External Approx. 169.4 x 18.6 x 71.4 mm / 6 3/4
dimensions x 3/4 x 2 3/4 in (width
depth) (excludes largest projection)
Weight Approx. 189g / 6.7 oz (including
battery pack)
CPU PSP CPU (System clock frequency
1-333MHz)
Main Memory 64MB
Display 4.3 inches (16:9) full-transparent
type, TFT drive,
480 x 272 pixel, Approximately
16,770,000 colors displayed
Sound Built-in stereo speakers
Main Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b)(Wi-Fi)
Input/Output High Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini-B)
Memory Stick PRO Duo(TM)
Analog Video Out
Main Connectors DC In 5V connector
DC Out connector
video out/headset connector
USB connector
Memory Stick Duo(TM) slot
Key/Switches Directional buttons
(up/down/right/left), analog stick,
Action buttons (triangle, circle,
cross, square), L/R buttons
START button, SELECT button, HOME
button
POWER/HOLD switch, WLAN switch
display button, sound button, volume
(+/-) buttons
Power sources Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack
AC adaptor
USB power supply
Internal disc Read-only UMD(TM) drive
drive
Supported PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable)
profile UMD(TM) Video
Access Control Region code, parental control
Wireless Infrastructure mode
Communications Ad hoc mode (connects up to 16
consoles)
Supplied AC adaptor
Accessories Battery pack (1200mAh)

Supported codec (in Memory Stick)

Video — Memory Stick Video Format
- MPEG-4 Simple Profile (AAC LC)
- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile (AAC LC)
— MP4 File Format
- MPEG-4 Simple Profile (AAC LC)
- H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile — CABAC only —
(AAC LC) / Baseline Profile (AAC LC)
— AVI
- Mmotion JPEG (Linear PCM or
Music — Memory Stick Audio Format
- ATRAC3(TM)
- ATRAC3plus(TM)
- MP3
— MP3(MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer3)
— MP4(MPEG-4 AAC)
— WAVE(Linear PCM)
— WMA(Windows Media(R) Audio 9 Standard only) (*6)
Photo — JPEG (DCF2.0/Exif2.21 compliant)
— TIFF
— BMP
— GIF
— PNG

(*6) WMA Playback feature needs to be enabled.

PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable) (PSP-2000) Color Variations

Product Name PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable)
Color Name Piano Black
Product Code PSP-2000 PB

Product Name PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable)
Color Name Ceramic White
Product Code PSP-2000 CW

Product Name PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable)
Color Name Ice Silver
Product Code PSP-2000 IS

PSP(R)(PlayStation(R)Portable) Peripherals for PSP-2000 only (sold
separately)

Product Name Battery Pack
Product Code PSP-S110 / PSP-S110 U / PSP-S110 E / PSP-S110 G
Specifications External dimensions: Approx. 36 x 10 x 57mm
(1 1/2
Weight: Approx. 30g (1.06 oz)
Battery type: Lithium-ion rechargeable
battery
Voltage/Capacity: DC 3.6V/1200mAh

Product Name Headphones with Remote Control
Product Code PSP-S140 / PSP-S140 U / PSP-S140 G
Specifications Remote functions: PLAY, PAUSE, FF, FR, VOLUME(+/-), HOLD
Headphones: Inner-Ear Headphones

Product Name AV cable
Product Code PSP-S150 / PSP-S150 U / PSP-S150 E
Specifications Composite cable
Cable length: Approx. 2.5m

Product Name S VIDEO cable
Product Code PSP-S160 / PSP-S160 U
Specifications Cable length: Approx. 2.5m

Product Name D Terminal AV cable
Product Code PSP-S170
Specifications For Japanese market only
Cable length: Approx. 2.5m

Product Name Component AV cable
Product Code PSP-S180 / PSP-S180 U / PSP-S180 E

Specifications Cable length: Approx. 2.5m

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the
progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the
PlayStation(R) game console, the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment
system, the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) handheld entertainment system and
the PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(R)) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home
entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2
further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked
entertainment. PSP is a new handheld entertainment system that allows users
to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity
stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the
state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power. SCEI, along
with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony
Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc.
develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third
party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets
worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is
an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA TO OFFER LIMITED-EDITION ENTERTAINMENT PACKS WITH NEWLY DESIGNED PSP®(PLAYSTATION®PORTABLE), STARTING THIS FALL
New PSP to Feature Sleeker Look, Video-Out Port and Limited Edition Colors, Including Star Wars® Model in Ceramic White with Darth Vader™ Silk-Screen

CULVER CITY, Calif., July 11, 2007 - In conjunction with a global announcement by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) today announced the availability of a new PSP®(PlayStation®Portable) that has a more streamlined form factor and a video-out port, offered for the first time in this territory in two exciting new PSP Entertainment Packs. PSP "Ice Silver" will be included in the limited-edition Daxter PSP Entertainment Pack, available in September. Also, a collector's edition PSP "Ceramic White," including a Darth Vader silk-screen on the unit, as well as the PSP exclusive title, Star Wars Battlefront®: Renegade Squadron™, will be featured in Star Wars Battlefront PSP Entertainment Pack, launching in October. PSP Entertainment Packs with the new colors, revealed at the E3 Media & Business Summit today, will be available for $199.99 (SRP).
"We are very pleased to be taking part in the global roll out of the newly designed PSP, while providing something unique for users in North America," said Jack Tretton, president and CEO, SCEA. "In response to consumer interest, we're offering additional colors as part of this enhanced design to match users' personal styles and interests. The Star Wars Battlefront bundle in particular is a great opportunity for consumers to get on board with a collector's edition 'Ceramic White' PSP. Also, the new video-out port, which gives consumers the option to enjoy PSP content on the big screen, brings a whole new dimension to the PSP experience."

The first newly designed PSP that will be released in North America is the limited-edition Daxter PSP Entertainment Pack, which will be available on September 10 and provide users with everything they need to enjoy the ultimate in portable entertainment, right out of the box. This package will feature a PSP in "Ice Silver" along with the award-winning, action-packed game, Daxter; the hit TV comedy from 20th Century Fox, "Family Guy - The Freakin' Sweet Collection" on UMD™ (Universal Media Disc); and a 1GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™, for storing photos, music, video clips and more.
The limited-release Star Wars Battlefront PSP Entertainment Pack, available on October 9, will allow owners to experience their favorite Star Wars battles any way - and anywhere - they want with a special "Ceramic White" PSP featuring a silk-screened image of Darth Vader on the back of the unit. Also included is Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron, the next chapter of the best-selling Star Wars Battlefront series from LucasArts. Set during the Original Trilogy era, the game is the previously untold story of a ragtag ensemble of battle-hardened rogues and scoundrels assembled by Han Solo. Now for the first time ever in Star Wars Battlefront, you can customize your character, select your weapons, choose your abilities and create a different experience every time you play. A stand-alone version of Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron will also be available on October 9.
"We're really excited about the next chapter in the most successful Star Wars video game franchise ever, and since we created Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron specifically with PSP in mind, it's the perfect companion to the newly designed PSP hardware," said Jim Ward, President, LucasArts. "And the Darth Vader image silk-screened on the back of the unit adds to the mix to make a great package that should be high on the holiday gift list of both gamers and Star Wars fans alike."
In addition to the new PSP Entertainment Packs, the current PSP Core Pack will continue to be available at $169.99 (SRP), with an enhanced-design PSP in "Piano Black," an AC adaptor, and battery pack slated for September.
Driven by the recent $30 price reduction, the buzz from the "Dude Get Your Own" marketing campaign, and the breadth and depth of its software, the PSP platform has seen a significant lift in sales at retail in North America.

More than 140 games will be released for PSP this fiscal year, including more than 20 third-party titles currently slated as exclusives. First-party studios will be responsible for eight exclusive games, including several key titles that are playable at E3 this year: God of War®: Chains of Olympus, Jeanne D'Arc, NBA '08, Parappa the Rapper™, Pursuit Force™: Extreme Justice, SOCOM US Navy SEALs: Tactical Strike, and Syphon Filter®: Logan's Shadow.

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