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Sony PSP GPS

2008-01-09T21:33:46Z

Sony announced GPS functionality for its Sony PSP gaming platform. While the GPS accessory was released in Japan in late 2006, this marks the "demo" launch (at CES) of the product in North America. It was simply a demo at CES, but Sony reps said they expect the product to ship sometime this year.

The GPS device will load map data from an included UMD that's region specific. Updated or additional country maps can be purchased and downloaded to a Memory Stick. The GPS will work with the older/original PlayStation Portable as well as the newer PSP-2000. Pretty amazing that the Sony PSP can now do gaming (obviously), Skype calls, and now GPS. The large screen should do nicely with GPS navigation, so TomTom and Garmin may need to be concerned since they are mostly one-trick GPS ponies. Though I doubt the first rev of the Sony PSP GPS software will include turn-by-turn text-to-speech naming of streets.

Comment from Johnathan Edman on 2009-01-12

2009-01-12T17:14:48Z

Hello,

I have recently gotten a PSP slim which has been fantastic. I would like to know what is required to access the maps for the GPS? Would I need special software or web services or is my access automatic like the other GPS systems on the market. I will be making a purchase withing the next month and am weighing my options.

Best regards,

Comment from Adelino A.M.D Ailva on 2009-08-04

2009-08-05T03:30:37Z

morning,,, i want to ask?
- how i can get this Hardware for suppor for my PSP?
- How much?
- what hardware name?
- where i can bay?
please replay,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Comment from Download PSP Games on 2009-12-05

2009-12-05T23:20:48Z

Ever since I got my PS3, i hardly play my psp anymore BUT, chinatown wars is an AMAZING game!!