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PSX Review At Lik-Sang
bhtooefr writes "Over at Lik-Sang, they've got a review of the new PSX, which was released in Japan on the 13th. In it, they take a look at the new design, debunk some myths (that the new controllers were incompatible, and that the ports are USB 2.0 - they're 1.1), and crack the case open. They didn't like how it's incompatible with some peripherals and the MultiTap doesn't work."
I know. Here's the summary of the models:
PlayStation (PS): Super Nintendo with a CD drive. 200 made, and no known CD games.
PlayStation X (PSX): The PlayStation as we know it.
PlayStation One (PSone): Original PSX, just in a smaller form factor.
PlayStation 2 (PS2): The PS2 - how hard does it get?
PlayStation X (PSX) (version 2): A PS2 with a built in TiVo and DVD burner. And a confusing name, to boot.
They include a DVD burner? Ohhh, now when this baby is modded, you won't even need a computer to back up your games. And the contoller chip seems to be unchanged (from what I can see in this photograph -- can't read the numbers on it, though.). Good news.
If you could be told what you can see or read, then it follows that you could be told what to say or think - BoC
From the article it looks like Sony reduced the speed to 12x (although it seemed like it was a software change rather than different hardware; ie, it could be fixed with a firmware update). I assume the dubbing means copying from one dvd to another.
Yes. I saw a report talking about the new PS2s and it was stated that the FireWire was not used by nearly enough people to justify the manufacture of PS2s with that feature. I find that somewhat disappointing but at the same time I have to state that I never used the FireWire on my PS2. It just is disappointing to see a device lose features.
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... that the XBox was as ugly as they could ever come, Sony hits the jackpot.
Don't even think about getting one of these until they are released in your region. Things just won't work properly the way the system is made.
Actually you are wrong on certain things. The original CD addon for SNES was called the "Super CD." I don't believe any were actually produced either (but don't quote me on that). The PSX designation was given to the original playstation in its developmental stage. PSX originally stood for Play Station Xperimental. The other info you posted is correct though.
So that was actually correct.
This is what happens when you rush a product.
The whole reason that the MultiTap wont work is because the configuration of the memory card and controller ports on the PSX are different than on the PS2. The MultiTap has a connector for the memory card in a fixed position right above the connector for the controller.
~Tommy Boomfiger http://www.gotapex.com/forums
said that SOny's intent wasn't to atract kids or milk out more ps2 sales before ps3 drops, it was to atract high-end consumers who wanted a sleek DVR/DVD player that just happens to play games. The tone of the articlemade it clear that this ins't for gamers, but movie-philes who would occassionally play games - hence no 4player support at launch and shitty 3rd party controller compatability. It'll sell, modestly, like the P.O.S. nGage.
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