Skype for PSP
Ever thought of using your PSP for making international calls?
Well, now you can with the made-for-PSP version of Skype. This latest iteration of the infamous IM application was unveiled at CES with Sony reps making demo calls to one another (which in reality is just a few feet away). Theoretically possible considering that the PSP is equipped with Wifi for easy connection to the web, the question now lies in how well voice encoding is done since that is now part of the arsenal of features the gaming console has. According to Kotaku, the pictured headset shown in the picture is not the finally product which is good since the author deemed it to be a bit on the bulky side.
According to the press release, the Skype for PSP feature will be part of a firmware update for the PSP Slim which will be released this January 2008. The latest firmware update may turn off home-brew fanatics, but those looking for more features to cram in this gaming device will be greatly pleased to know of this latest development.
UPDATE: The release of the Skype feature has been postponed indefinitely. This is due to the failure of their new microphones to meet the specifications of Skype in order to obtain certification. It was expected that with the availability of the VoIP feature, Sony will also be releasing a pair of headsets for use with the new service. For more details, read the press release of Sony.