One thing the PSP and Gamepark handhelds have in common is homebrew is very popular on both systems. But what separates the two is Gamepark actually encourages it, while Sony does everything in its power to stop it. And with that, Gamepark is set to release its third portable – the XGP kids – which looks like its design may have been inspired by the PSP.
However, the design is pretty much where most comparisons stop. The XGP kids, which stands for eXtreme Game Player kids, is set to retail for a measly $75 and will use two AA batteries.
Here are other specs:
- 140MHz ARM processor;
- A 2.2-inch, 220 x 176 LCD screen;
- 8MBs of RAM;
- 2MBs of flash memory;
- USB 1.1 file transfer support; and
- SD card slot
(Via Engadget)
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9-12-2006 @ 4:38PM
Tequila Mockingbird said...
Is that the specs for the $75 version? And are we even sure this will release in America?
Yes to both would = PSP Killer
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9-12-2006 @ 5:09PM
AMA said...
Well, shit! I've yet to import the GP2X..
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9-12-2006 @ 5:12PM
pixelator said...
Chris, these devices aren't even comparable. One is a niche device like the GP32 GP2x for emulation and few original games (if any). The specs obviously are nowhere near the PSP, or even the DS. USB 1.1? PSP Killer? Please.
It's pointless to single out Sony for staving off homebrew (and piracy along with it). Nintendo also stands strongly against unauthorized code on their systems and has a history of aggressive litigation against flash linker manufacturers and distributors. The difference is, Sony does it with firmware because the PSP has non-proprietary flash card (Memory Stick) and direct USB connection for transferral of files. The Gameboys and DS lack this kind of connectivity, so Nintendo is content to go after flash linker distributors and even the emulator authors themselves.
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9-12-2006 @ 5:15PM
THE POET said...
Sony should just allow homebrew...........maybe then maybe they'll sell some PSPs.....
ONLY 2 days left.....9/14/06......WII ARE READY
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9-12-2006 @ 7:35PM
pixelator said...
Yeah Poet, so should Nintendo! Oh, wait - none of them ever will, because they'll lose their second and third party developer support from all the rampant piracy.
Maybe that's why the Wii will have updating firmware.
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9-12-2006 @ 9:14PM
Tequila Mockingbird said...
Hey, I only say PSP killer because of the quantity of people interested in homebrew. This is definitely something Sony should be aware of, if it does launch in America. I was under the impression that there are multiple versions of this. I think one had 2GB Flash Memory.
It really could be a PSP Killer, however much I would wish it not be.
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9-12-2006 @ 11:44PM
pixelator said...
If having more robust homebrew was the only real criteria, the Zodiac and Gizmondo would've fared better, I think.
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