PacManFan is still working on his PSX Emulator for PSP, heres the latest status report from him:

I know everyone is dying for an update (or a file release). Currently, I'm working on some issues getting the Eboot to run on a real PSP. I've been working primarily with the PSPE emulator, and the dynaimc recompiler works fine, however, I'm having somewhat random crashes getting it to work on the real PSP.

It actually works fine as long as file debugging is turned on, but when I turn off my logging, or try to comment out the file writes in the file debugging code, the PSP crashes. I think it has to do with the CPU registers being saved before file writes. I need to figure out why (or what) is causing corruption of the registers during run-time. I suspect it's another thread. The dynamic compiler definately DOES work on the PSP.

One issue that I'm still having with the PSPSOne emulator is GPU interrupts not being handled correctly all the time. I beleive it's because my program counter variable is being updated only while branching.

One other thing that I'm going to do is change the architecture of the plugin system to integrate the GPU Plugin code directly into the project, instead of being called through a function pointer system. There are several unnecessary layers of function calls being made every time I write to the GPU memory, This can be optimized for better speed, as well as normal memory reads/writes.

Another thing I'm doing, is converting the project to work with the PSPSDK. I know this may sound strange, but I used a smaller psplib.c file with limited functionality in it, as well as my own startup.s code. This is the same code that I used to build Quake before there was a PSPSDK.

I can post a binary that works in the PSPE emulator if everyone wants, but I think you all can wait till I iron out a few issues with the PSP version.

Hopefully, I'll have something for everyone to see soon. Be patient,rest assured that I'm still working on this, and devoting a lot of time to it.

-PMF out ...

News article at our respected site PSP Vault:

" I have created a website that will hopefully be updated every week or (sometimes less!) that is saved to your PSP so no internet connection is required!

Well, I got kind of mad when I couldn't find a wireless connection around my house, and I thought I should do something about it! Thus, I have created a website that you download, save to your PSP, and view through the browser. PSPO (Play Station Portable Offline) will be updated on a regular basis (whether it be weekly or biweekly). IF you want to advertise on it, or even submit content, I would appreciate it!

Have a nice day.
~Dillon (MuttsMooch) "

He has also released a 2nd Version

"The second update to my first site! This update contains more content, more fun, more everything! This will overwrite the older PSPO. Readme included! "

Download both via comments: (The smaller download is issue 1) ...

A source with connections to major label PR types has offered the rumor of the month: there will be a Shakira version of the Apple video iPod released this quarter.

The Skakira iPod could be like the U2 edition, and perhaps lead to an association like the one Apple has with Eminem.

It might be a strong effort for Apple to gain new adherents in Latin markets.

Shakira's award winning, and shall we say, stirring, videos would be a natural exclamation point to Apple's new video iTunes store.

Or it may be just a another rumor-- amongst many swirling around Apple's market leading music and video player.

http://www.thecherrycreeknews.com/content/view/322/63/ ...

A source with connections to major label PR types has offered the rumor of the month: there will be a Shakira version of the Apple video iPod released this quarter.

The Skakira iPod could be like the U2 edition, and perhaps lead to an association like the one Apple has with Eminem.

It might be a strong effort for Apple to gain new adherents in Latin markets.

Shakira's award winning, and shall we say, stirring, videos would be a natural exclamation point to Apple's new video iTunes store.

Or it may be just a another rumor-- amongst many swirling around Apple's market leading music and video player.

http://www.thecherrycreeknews.com/content/view/322/63/ ...

I'd bet that Apple is working on a Wi-Fi-enabled iPod. I mean, this has been talked about for close to two years.

The arrival What may finally push Apple into action is the arrival of two actual, real-world Wi-Fi enabled MP3 players on display here at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. I am actually on my way to see them after making this post.

Giant International's Tao brand and RCA Lyra MusicGremlin will basically operate the same way. If you have one of these gizmos, and are within range of a public Wi-Fi hotspot, you will be able to purchase the music that you want and download it to your player right then and there. No more waiting to get home and doing downloads over your PC.

I like the idea. The fact of a mobile device requiring a user to be stationary - such as being at home to sync- is counterintuitive. I mean, consuming music through a portable player is something usually done when you are in motion, right?

I do think both of these players will be hits. And of course I know that iPod has a huge lead, but they ignore WiFi-enabled music downloads at their peril.

The Lyra will use the MusicGremlin download service- which at present consists of around two million files encoded in the WMA (Windows Media Audio) format.

Passalong, which is Tao's music download service, currently has more than 1.6 million tracks, also in the WMA format.

Expect both of these Wi-Fi-enabled MP3 players to hit the store shelves and sites within a few months from now at most.

http://blogs.zdnet.com/ip-telephony/?p=827 ...

I'd bet that Apple is working on a Wi-Fi-enabled iPod. I mean, this has been talked about for close to two years.

The arrival What may finally push Apple into action is the arrival of two actual, real-world Wi-Fi enabled MP3 players on display here at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. I am actually on my way to see them after making this post.

Giant International's Tao brand and RCA Lyra MusicGremlin will basically operate the same way. If you have one of these gizmos, and are within range of a public Wi-Fi hotspot, you will be able to purchase the music that you want and download it to your player right then and there. No more waiting to get home and doing downloads over your PC.

I like the idea. The fact of a mobile device requiring a user to be stationary - such as being at home to sync- is counterintuitive. I mean, consuming music through a portable player is something usually done when you are in motion, right?

I do think both of these players will be hits. And of course I know that iPod has a huge lead, but they ignore WiFi-enabled music downloads at their peril.

The Lyra will use the MusicGremlin download service- which at present consists of around two million files encoded in the WMA (Windows Media Audio) format.

Passalong, which is Tao's music download service, currently has more than 1.6 million tracks, also in the WMA format.

Expect both of these Wi-Fi-enabled MP3 players to hit the store shelves and sites within a few months from now at most.

http://blogs.zdnet.com/ip-telephony/?p=827 ...

Audiovox this week introduced several high-tech digital products at CES, including a universal iPod docking station that recharges while playing iPod or MP3 content (model CE602IP). Features include super bass speakers, iPod shuffle adapter and AC/DC adapter. The company says that it is compatible with all iPod products and other MP3 players. It will retail for $70. (Expected date of availability was not noted.) The company also launched a digital MP3 player housed in designer-style sunglasses (model MP256SG). The device includes an interchangeable, polarized shatter-proof lenses, 256MB flash memory, a built-in rechargeable battery, and up to 8.5 hours of music playback (per charge). Additional features include digital voice recorder, integrated microphone, PC/Mac compatible USB drive, and support for MP3/WMA/ADCPM. It offers standard USB 2.0 connectivity (via an included cable) and ships with carrying bag for $130.
Audiovox also debuted a range of MP3 players that feature an OLED display, MP3/WMA-DRM-compatibility, and a built-EQ (Rock-Jazz-Pop-Classic), earbuds, a USB cable and built-in rechargeable batteries. It is available in several capacities: 256MB (MP6256) for $70, 512MB (MP6512) for $90, and 1GB (MP6610FM), which features an FM radio, for $140.

The company also debuted a Bluetooth earphone that is hands-free compliant that features built-in rechargeable battery, up to 5-hours talk time/ 120 hours stand-by, detachable ear hook fits on either ear; adjustable volume control. It features an Answer and End Call switch from phone to headset, noise suppression, echo elimination and duplex sound. The bluetooth earphone (model MP128BT) includes a charger, ear wrap, foam ear cushion, 2 silicon ear cushions and neck loop lanyard and will be available for $140.

http://www.ipodnn.com/articles/06/01...sal.ipod.dock/ ...

Audiovox this week introduced several high-tech digital products at CES, including a universal iPod docking station that recharges while playing iPod or MP3 content (model CE602IP). Features include super bass speakers, iPod shuffle adapter and AC/DC adapter. The company says that it is compatible with all iPod products and other MP3 players. It will retail for $70. (Expected date of availability was not noted.) The company also launched a digital MP3 player housed in designer-style sunglasses (model MP256SG). The device includes an interchangeable, polarized shatter-proof lenses, 256MB flash memory, a built-in rechargeable battery, and up to 8.5 hours of music playback (per charge). Additional features include digital voice recorder, integrated microphone, PC/Mac compatible USB drive, and support for MP3/WMA/ADCPM. It offers standard USB 2.0 connectivity (via an included cable) and ships with carrying bag for $130.
Audiovox also debuted a range of MP3 players that feature an OLED display, MP3/WMA-DRM-compatibility, and a built-EQ (Rock-Jazz-Pop-Classic), earbuds, a USB cable and built-in rechargeable batteries. It is available in several capacities: 256MB (MP6256) for $70, 512MB (MP6512) for $90, and 1GB (MP6610FM), which features an FM radio, for $140.

The company also debuted a Bluetooth earphone that is hands-free compliant that features built-in rechargeable battery, up to 5-hours talk time/ 120 hours stand-by, detachable ear hook fits on either ear; adjustable volume control. It features an Answer and End Call switch from phone to headset, noise suppression, echo elimination and duplex sound. The bluetooth earphone (model MP128BT) includes a charger, ear wrap, foam ear cushion, 2 silicon ear cushions and neck loop lanyard and will be available for $140.

http://www.ipodnn.com/articles/06/01...sal.ipod.dock/ ...

Source - GamersReports

According to a job posting on Gamasutra by Shiny entertainment, the developer is looking for a PSP programmer. The company states that the game will "harken back to the earliest days of Shiny's game development history." Sounds exciting, Earthworm Jim anyone? Let us hope it is that to which they refer and not another Path Of Neo. Either way it is nice to hear Shiny will potentially be giving us an old school favorite. ...