Sony has been sending out samples of the PSP in its latest avatar to many media outlets to see how they vibe with the correspondents. The slimmed up version is charming the pants of most journos and here is what the guys at CNET had to say about the consol. The new PSP features 19% depth reduction and is 33% lighter. The keypads are more agile and the lean look goes with the sleek styling. The new PSP boots up faster as compared to the old one. Sony has included the component video breakout cable plus Composite and S-Video cables will also be available; each is expected to sell for around $20. The menu includes a USB charge option, the settlings for TV output includs 16:9 and 4:3 modes, progressive or interlaced and the Games output to TV is at 480 by 272, but UMD movies, videos and photos output is at 720 by 480.

The Slim PSP will be out by 10th September and will most likely cost $170; $200 for the Daxter and Star Wars Entertainment Packs, each of which include a game and a 1GB Memory Stick Duo card.
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