Confirming the rumors that have been floating about for months, SCE UK boss Ray Maguire confirmed yesterday during the PSP in Education initiative launch that the current PSP is only the first iteration, and that a smaller, lighter version of the handheld is in the works.

While no real details were discussed, Maguire did mention that the PSP's main strength will remain intact, with no changes planned for the size of the display.

When GamesIndustry.biz followed up with Sony after the event, however, they were told that Maguire was simply referring to the company's general strategy regarding console development.

"In the longest term, of course we are always looking at ways to continue our platform development, and this normal business practice is what Ray was referring to."

Sounds like a cover up to me! I can just imagine the phone call. "Ray, you aren't supposed to mention anything about that yet. Who do you think you are, Kotaku?" Michael Fahey

Sony UK boss confirms PSP redesign [GamesIndustry.biz]