Strengths: Game graphics, Online play, Style, Picture viewing.

Weaknesses: Cost of Memory, lack of games (but the PSP only been out for three month).

Summary: The PSP is an extremely beautiful machine, some of the games like Wipeout, and Hot Shot Golf kept me busy on those long flights. One thing that attracted me to the PSP is the ability to play online against other psp players. Games that I am looking forward to are Virtual Tennis, NFL Live, and NBA Live. If you're always on the go, and need an entertainment machine get the Sony PSP. I still use my Ipod for music, but I guess the music abilities is just a plus for the PSP.

Strengths: Amazing graphics and the endless possabilities for uploading media to the PSP

Weaknesses: semi-limited battery life, video support is only MP4, and no support from SONY for homebrew applications for the PSP

Summary: Wow... A few years ago I thought portable gaming could not get better. This SONY PSP system rivals its own brother, the PS2. It has this generation 3D graphics that will blow you away on the high def widescreen. It also has a large library of games available for almost all genres we all know and love today. With the support of movies, games, music, and pictures, this is the all in one system for anyone and everybody. It's sleek, sexy, and will purr in your hands. Amazing stuff.

Strengths: Amazing screen. Comfortable in hands. All in one multimedia device.

Weaknesses: Lack of original or compelling software

Summary: The PSP is an amazing little device and is really great for MP3 and video playback, provided that you have a large capcity Memory Duo stick. Currently, it is lacking in original offerings as far as games go. Most are just ports of PS2 games but hopefully that will be remedies as more companies support it.

Strengths: A+

Weaknesses: Dead pixels

Summary: I got the perfect one after the 3rd exchange. PSP currently blows everything away, the graphic is really awesome, plus a wide range of games, even though the battery is not long enough for a hardcore gamer and the price high but overall it's the best handheld system in the market. Get you one and you wont regret!

Strengths: Solid design with large screen. MP3, MPEG-4, WiFi.

Weaknesses: Proprietary UMD, proprietary MS Duo slot.

Summary: I bought the PSP bundled with 2 games. The bungled games are not interesting. So be careful when you choose the bundle. Everything is nice except Sony's proprietary design. My digital camera and digital camcorder use SD, so I cannot view pictures on PSP. In addition, I've always wondered why Sony couldn't use a 2.5" dual layer DVD. The 2.5" DVD should be small enough to fit into PSP.

Strengths: Beautiful widescreen LCD. Excellent graphics for a portable. WiFi.

Weaknesses: Mediocre battery life. Expensive, uses expensive proprietary Memory Stick Duo's.

Summary: The first thing you notice about the PSP is the widescreen LCD. It is simply beautiful - one of the nicest screens I have seen on a portable device. The screen is bright, sharp, and the widescreen gives you a large field of view. The graphics on this system are amazing - leagues ahead of the Game Boy Advance/DS. I would say they are a bit lower than PS2 quality at the moment, though I'm sure they will get better over time. Still, having PS2 level graphics on a portable is a huge step forward. The PSP is designed as a all-in-one portable media device. In that regard, it fails somewhat. My main complaint is the high price of Memory Stick Duos - they are almost twice as expensive as compactflash or secure digital cards. As a result, using this system as an MP3 player or photo viewer will end up costing you. In addition, the battery life is pretty mediocre - with WiFi enabled, I get 3-5 hours. If you use this device for gaming, MP3's, photo viewing, video viewing, and WiFi browsing, you'll end up having to constantly recharge your battery. I almost never use the MP3, photo viewing, and video viewing features on this device for that reason. All in all, this is a great system. It fails somewhat as an all-in-one media machine, but as a portable gaming system it has no equal.

Strengths: Powerful system, huge screen, awesome graphics, multifunctional

Weaknesses: Fragile, expensive, stuck pixels if you get them!

Summary: On March 24, 2005, Sony entered the handheld gaming market in the United States with the release of the Playstation Portable (PSP). Considered the answer to Nintendo?s lineage of Gameboy/DS systems, the PSP?s multifunctional capabilities rival other industry leader?s devices, such as Apple?s Ipod and portable DVD players. Overall, this new device is a must buy for the people that can afford the hefty price tag. Initially, Sony?s initial release of the PSP hardware is being sold as a Value Package. This package includes: the PSP system, a 32MB memory stick, battery pack, AC Adapter, headphones with remote control, a UMD* (Universal Media Disc) sampler, soft case, cleaning cloth, and wrist strap. The UMD is a proprietary media format created by Sony to function as the software for the PSP and other upcoming devices. It can hold 1.8 GB (gigabytes) of data and is approximately the size of a mini cd. Also, the first one million value packages include the Spiderman 2 movie on UMD. The package includes most of the accessories you need to get started. The 4.3 inch LCD (liquid crystal display) screen is the instant ?wow? factor of the unit and will be the first thing that you notice when you turn the device on. The screen is vibrant, clear, and bright and is very impressive when compared to other handheld consoles; displaying a 480x272 native pixel resolution in 16:9 widescreen format, and is also capable of showcasing 16.8 million colors. I cannot say enough about the screen, it is simply phenomenal. However, the screen is left exposed and is subject to scratches and fingerprints. Since this is the main component of the system, it is surprising that Sony did not include with the value package something to protect it. Although screen protector accessories can be purchased separately by other third party companies (highly recommended), it should have been an essential accessory packaged in with the value pack. What separates the PSP from other handheld gaming devices are its multifunction capabilities. Sony states that this is more than just a gaming device and it certainly shows as the PSP packs other useful features that rival other portable electronic devices. For starters, the PSP has the capabilities to store images in .jpeg format on the memory stick and display them on the screen (up to the PSP?s native resolution) using a computer and a USB cable (not included). Personally, I think this feature is great. I store pictures of my newborn baby on the memory stick and display them on my PSP. Not only do I get to show off my child, but it often sparks conversation with the new device as well. However, actually formatting the pictures to get them to display on the PSP is not a simple process. Unfortunately, Sony did not include software that would format the pictures for you (let?s hope for an update soon). But, there are a variety of shareware programs on the internet that will format the files for you, but these are not supported by Sony. The PSP offers video playback from its UMD movies, but also has the capability of playing mpeg-4 video files (which also need to be formatted and transferred from your PC). The picture quality of Spiderman 2 (for example) on UMD was excellent. It plays just like my DVD version at home, except on the UMD for the PSP. There were no signs of slowdown during the intense action scenes or any audio dropouts and distortions. The UMD itself was not very loud while spinning in the tray, but you could hear the disc spinning and loading during parts of the movie. On the other hand, the PSP?s playback of mpeg-4 video is not as good as the UMD movies, but certainly gets the job done. In order to view these mpeg-4 movies on the PSP, you need to format them from your computer. They can then be transferred from the PC to the PSP via a USB cable. Unfortunately, Sony did not include software to convert video into the mpeg-4 format, but the instruction manual describes the steps needed to convert the files and transfer them. There are also a number of shareware programs available on the internet that will convert the files for you, but Sony does not support these websites. For each of the features described above (except for the UMD movie playback), you may consider using a larger memory stick to store these files that may not fit on the standard 32mb memory stick included with the value package.

Strengths: Its wide screen is bright and vivid. Four face buttons and two shoulder buttons make games control just like PS1 and PS2 games.

Weaknesses: Design leaves it prone to scratching (invest in a screen protector) Volume, start, and select buttons are a bit tricky to access during game sessions, especially in low light.

Summary: The PSP is a wonderful machine that delivers console-quality graphics and playability in a portable size. It's pricey at $250, but its features (ability to play music, games, videos - and interconnectivy with PC's via USB) make it worth the hefty price tag.

Strengths: Graphics,games,screen size,online mode,music,movies...

Weaknesses: Cost,battery life,very fragile, screen smuges to easily.

Summary: The PSP is the best handheld ever made. Right on launch a whole bunch of great games were out. I would definetly have it over the DS. You can listen to music, download pictures, watch movies and go online.

Strengths: Very very hot graphics

Weaknesses: dead pixels and battery life is not that long

Summary: The Sony psp is a hot item and a must get. it is very hot especially the graphics. however the games for the psp, well the good ones take forever to come out. and the 1 gig memory stick pro duo keeps getting delayed.

Strengths: sharp lcd screen; nice graphics; game play is smooth; built in analog stick

Weaknesses: must use proprietary memory stick duo for storage; a pain to convert movies to PSP movie format; cannot use music with photo slideshow; screen easy to scratch; expensive games; high cost of ownership

Summary: This is my second hand held video game player (I had the GBA) and I can say this is the BEST gaming portable out there! In fact, I sold my GBA. The graphics are awesome! The buttons and analog stick are placed well. The shoulder buttons are also easy to access. Sometimes when transporting it, the UMD slot opens up. It's advisable to buy a protective case to prevent this from happening and also to protect it. Also the screen looks like it can be scratched easily. Also get a screen protector to cover it.As much as I love this thing, the cost of ownership is high! The games and accessories can add up to another $100-$150 easily. So you can spend - like me - almost $400 for 2 games and some accessories. I could have gotten an XBOX, PS2, and some games for that much, but then they are not portable like the PSP. Downloading photos, music, and movies are easy and fast via USB2 cable. My pc detected the PSP as another storage device and assigned a drive letter automatically. Only thing, you must turn ON the PSP in order to be detected. This can use up some of you battery while downloading/uploading. Converting my movies to PSP compliant movie format was a pain. I'm sure you have seen the instructions on the web. Also the movies must be compressed to fit on the MSD. So the quality suffers a little. It's a compromise between quality and storage space. Overall, it's a fun portable to have. I'm hoping SOny updates its firmware so the PSP can have more flexibility with the music with the slideshow and maybe using an external USB HD as an alternative storage device (instead of UMD or MSD).

Strengths: very good game system. portable but powerful as much bigger console

Weaknesses: not find

Summary: I won't feel boring now wherever I go, even go shopping. I can just play nermous game on a a samll game system, but as good as those bigger guys

Strengths: Large Bright Wide Screen Display! Nice looking HandHeld! Super Slick Design! Impressive Feature & Games!

Weaknesses: Worthless pack-in items from Value Package! Weak battery play! Lots of defect w/ 1st Shippment!

Summary: PSP! PSP! PSP! I been quit hype up bout this item for the debut last year at E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) and so Far this NEW Handheld Console has lived up to my expectation. But it is not perfect but no means. So I'll break it up from the Pros & Cons.Pros: The WOW Factor! yes it's Hot, when you 1st hold this thing in your hand you'll instantly fall in Love! it Nice & slick design, like as said " The walkman of 2000". The system has a super large wide screen display with adjustable brightness. The games are impressive & graphic are clean and sharp. but my no means better then PS2 games. It is able to play uploaded Mp3 & movie from your memory card & also view your pictures. It has Wi-FI for online play & tons of other feature to list.Cons: Well for one thing it's a sony product, so expect there to be defect on the 1st gen models, and I had my fair share with this one. I went through 3 PSP system, that's right 3! Because the 1st 2 had whats called a dead pixel problem. It's a few red dots on that only lited up red when system is turned on. Another is the worthless value package. Memory card is too small, case sucks, ear phone is cheap, and who doesn't have spiderman 2 on DVD already? I have repalce most these item with 3rd party acessory.Screen also tends to scratch very easy. Battry time is pretty bad when compared to Nintendo DS times, I have clocked around 2-4 hours of use. and as low as 1 hr. & 48 Mins. It will depends on yours times will depend on your Screen brightness, vol. level, and your PSP game types. & $249 price tag + Taxes plus 1 game. expect to shell over $315. want a better case & memory card. $500 isn't too far away.Overall: It's not a bad investment, I don't recommend this for kids, Pricey, there should be just a basic package. *** 4 Outta 5 STARS ***

Strengths: Amazing grafix for such a tiny device. A lot of accessories bundled together. HUGE screen and great sound!

Weaknesses: Screen/system gets smudged very easily. Memory card included is worthless. Extra memory is expensive. No cables to transfer music to player. UMD movies are very expensive.

Summary: When I first powered on the PSP I was completely blown away by the HUGE screen, amazing grafix, vibrant colors, sound and overall design of the device. I purchased NFS Rivals and NBA and both games look GREAT. The built in WiFi is great...I can play online anywhere in my home as well as at other hotspots. The 32mb memory stick included is basically worthless and there is no software or cables included to transfer music,movies,pictures to the PSP. The new UMD movies are very expensive considering most of them cost more then DVDs. The PSP is kind of pricey...maybe a price tag of $199 would be more appropriate but overall it is worth it. Games are also expensive ranging from $40-$50, but the built in WiFi which enables online play is INCREDIBLE. Battery life is also average.

Strengths: LCD display clarity; quick game play, good controls, fast boot up, battery life

Weaknesses: display surface, weight, price, availability of games

Summary: The LCD display is surprisingly clear, despite it's rather small size. As many will tell you, the glass surface is a magnet for fingerprints and is impossible to play in outdoor sunlight due to reflection. It is virtually a mirror in outdoors. Game play is normal and responsive. Battery life is excellent. Although the size appears rather diminutive, it is relatively heavy and won't go unnoticed in your jack pocket due to its weight. It is only about 0.5 lbs, but it feels like an extremely heavy wallet. For now, game availability is limited and rather expensive until there are more games on the market. Plus, it is hard to find retailers with good stock, but that problem should be alleviated over time. Overall, a great product with lots of potential.