So Are You Going to Buy the Camera and GPS Addon for PSP?

[jwilds73]

No on the camera I already got one in my phone. The GPS setup needs to have alot more functionality for me to use it. Couple it with a FM transmitter and a voice navigation umd and I'd buy it.

[Nafogel]

I might buy the gps if devhook comes through(I tend to get lost pretty easily). I wonder if you'll have to pay a subscription for it, and if so, how much would it be?

[masterpsp2.6]

ill buy anything for the psp...

[Veskgar]

sony has already said that video, and video chat are going to be a part of this.

Well if that is true, for $40.00 I just might pick up the camera add-on.

[DKing]

As I already own a camera and a GPS I doubt I'd be buying these addons.

As for the questions on general GPS functionality... GPS isn't a service you have to pay for. If you have a receiver that's basically all you need. It simply locates you at a point on Earth (And how accurate that is depends on the receiver itself). However, anyone who has used a GPS will tell you that the mapping is the most important part since that puts your location in context with roads, natural features, etc. . So I'd be curious as to what sort of maps and mapping ability Sony has planned for this.

[MaxSMoke]

I'm going to buy both, regardless of Sony's software support. I just hope that Homebrew developers can figure out how to make use of them.

For instance, there's already several GPS programs for the PSP. So a GPS attachment is instantly useful.

The Camera attachment, on the other hand, could turn the PSP into a Home Survalance System. It could take the video input, look for changes in the video, and if it sees any, upload images to a website using the built in WiFi. Just add an upright Docking Station, and you're PSP becomes an instant watchdog!

Also, a HomeBrew App could turn the PSP with a camera into a Time-Lapse video camera. Or it could take the photos and upload them, using SMS, to your phone for instant picture mail.

You guys have to remember that the PSP is an Internet device with VERY flexable hardware. It could take that video and do all kinds of things with it. Just because the video sucks, doesn't mean it won't be useful. Just use your IMAGINATIONS!

[kcajblue]

i dont know about the GPS but the camera looks good to me.

[stotheamuel]

i might get the camera if it is used as an eye toy (dont know how though maybe for the ps3 games instead of psp games???


I dont need gps

[dejkirkby]

I'll buy the GPS, but not the camera.

[b8a]

To paraphrase Sony:

"Hellz no"

They both look awful and are of little practical use. If walking around an unfamiliar major city with an unfolded map made you an easy target for random muggings and violence before, the hideous looking PSP/GPS setup is going to be like wearing a giant neon sign that says "Vulnerable Geek With Too Much Money. Please Beat To A Bloody Pulp."