Sony PSP 3000 Review

The new Sony PSP 3000 was launched about a month back. Among the newer features that it sported, a better display and a built in microphone were the most talked about. In this short review, we check out the Sony PSP 3000 and see how it differs from the older PSP Slim 2001.
Sony PSP 3000 Specifications:
• Dimensions: 6.7 in x 0.7 in x 2.8 in
• Weight: 6.8 oz
• Color: Piano Black
• Media: UMD (Universal Media Disc)
• Processor: 333 MHz
• Memory: 64 MB
• Display: LCD display, 4.3 in TFT, 480 x 272 pixels
• Sound: Stereo Built-in Speakers
• Connectivity: IEEE 802.11
• Expansion Slots: Memory Stick Duo
• Battery: Lithium ion 1200 mAh
Review:
The Sony PSP 3000 has nearly the same dimensions as the Slim 2001 and is a bit lighter. The build quality is superb, just like the PSP Slim 2001 and is quite capable of facing the wrath of frustated gamers (after they have lost). It should easily last more than a couple of years with normal usage. The build materials are superb and the display build quality stunning. It is very prone to fingerprints though.
The awesome 4.3 inch display is now even more awesome, it now has better color reproduction, better contrast and less ghosting on high FPS scenes and a wider color gamut. Keeping the PSP 2001 and 3000 side by side, you immediately spot the difference. The colors are much more vibrant and lively on the PSP 3000. It does have a few shortcomings too - the screen’s increased refresh rate drains the battery much faster and results in the formation of artifacts and some interlacing issues in intensive games. Hopefully it should be sorted soon.

The button and keys have the same layout. The newer version also sports a built in microphone for Skype calls, works with UMDs, same as the PSP 2000, and comes wih a 4 GB Memory Stick Duo. You can use your 3.5 mm headphones with it and also connect it to your TV using the AV out. It also has Wi-Fi to connect to the internet, and a basic web browser for surfing.
There are not many other differences between the two, both play the same games. The firmware of the new PSP 3000 has actually been hacked yet, so you might want to wait or get the older PSP 2001.
Pros:
• Better Screen
• Built in Microphone
Cons:
• Interlacing Issues
• Lower Battery life
We wouldn’t recommend any PSP 2001 users to upgrade to the PSP 3000 as there simply aren’t many new features. Even if you are a new customer, you may want to consider the PSP 2001 as the PSP 3000 doesn’t support many hacks yet. Other than that, it’s a nice gaming device with superb features. One final piece of advice, you will need to use a screen protector for that beautiful display to avoid major imprints and scratches.

Pacquiao TKOs De La Hoya!

Saturday, December 6 2008


In a cross divisional "Dream Match" fought at welterweight poundage, WBC lightweight champion and pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao (48-3-2, 36 KOs) created a nightmare for legendary six-division former champion Oscar De La Hoya (39-6, 30 KOs). The Pacman scored an impressive, and surprisingly one-sided eighth round TKO on Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The quicker Pacquiao got off to a strong start, connecting with clean straight left leads and continually beat the Golden Boy to the punch. Oscar got untracked a bit in round five landing one good flurry, but Pacquiao regained command in the sixth and mercilessly battered Oscar on the ropes in the seventh. Oscar's left eye was swelling shut. It was again all Pacquiao in round eight and Oscar's corner stopped the fight after the eighth. At the time of the stoppage, Pacquiao had swept all eight rounds on two cards and won seven of eight on the third card. In all a dominant performance.

Tips To Keep Your PC Healthy

Keeping your Windows PC secure can be a mammoth task with millions of viruses, trojans, spyware, adware etc floating around. Also there are various other factors that affect the performance of your PC. Lets get down to securing your PC and keeping it healthy.
Tip 1 : Install an antivirus
Antivirus is the first and foremost step to securing your PC from millions of viruses lurking around the Internet. But the big question arises, which one to opt for? If you are willing to spend money, then your choices are many. We would recommend you get Kaspersky Internet Suite for its high reliability and low costs, but research around net for the best antivirus software as they keep on changing with new versions.
For those looking for free alternatives, AVG is the favorite among masses. There are other alternatives also and make sure you do enough research before zeroing down on one.
It is very important to update your antivirus definitions frequently to be safe from new viruses that are created everyday.
Tip 2 : Install Firewall
Firewall is an important component to block intrusions from entering your PC. Windows Firewall is good enough for most of us and you should have it enabled at all times. For those looking for advanced protection, Zone Alarm has a very good firewall.
Tip 3 : Spyware, Trojans, Adware protection
Spyware, Trojans and Adware not only affect speed of your PC but also compromise your privacy by sending out personal information which might include your Credit Card details too. There are many free and paid software to protect your PC from these malicious programs. Nowadays, antivirus come with spyware protection too, so if you are investing in an antivirus solution, consider looking for one with inbuilt spyware protection.
Tip 4 : Use CCleaner
PC maintenance is incomplete without the mention of CCleaner. CCleaner is an excellent software which does not cost a penny. It optimizes your system for maximum performance and also cleans it up efficiently. Check out the CCleaner review
Tip 5 : Clean up your PC
Cleaning up your PC from dust is important in the long run. Dust accumulates inside the cabinet of your desktop and slows down your PC. Use a paint brush to brush off the dust settled on various components especially the motherboard and RAM.
Tip 6 : Defragment your hard drive
The files on your hard disk fragment over time and need to be defragmented. Learn on how to defragment your Hard Drive.
Tip 7 : Apply thermal compound
Keeping your processor cool enhances its life and improves performance. It is recommended that you change the thermal compound of your processor, once in every six months. Artic Silver is a great thermal compound which is relatively inexpensive.
Tip 8 : Keep your PC cool
Your PC should not overheat as it reduces life of components while affecting performance too. Make sure you have enough fans in your cabinet. Air flow should be in the right direction to dispel heat generated effectively. Keep a tab on temperatures to find out how efficient your PC cooling is.
Tip 9 : Clear browser cache, recycle bin
Browser cache can grow enormously large over time especially if you have set its space on the higher side. Clean it up regularly to improve your browsing experience. Empty your recycle bin too frequently so as not to accumulate too many files in it.
Tip 10 : Update your PC
Make sure you update your PC with the frequently released Windows Updates and updates for other programs installed on your PC. Updates fix bugs and improve performance of the software.