Tuesday, September 28, 2010

PsP for music insted of Ipod?


It seems that now the PSP has been out for a couple of years, many owners are trying to branch out in the things they use their PSP for. If youve ever wondered about downloading music to your little PSP, or just wondered where the music may come from, check out the rest of this article.
You may not be aware, but your Sony PSP is capable of playing both MP3 (Music) files, and MP4 (Videos). This makes it a tremendously flexible piece of hardware, and its this that makes many Ipod owners jealous!
Transferring things onto your PSP is a piece of cake, providing they are in the correct format. The PSP itself behaves quite a lot like a PC, so if you connect it to your PC with a USB cable, you can transfer files between the two, just like you would with a flash drive or any other removable media. Its literally a case of using the PC to copy and paste the files, or even right clicking on them and using the Send command to send them over to your little PSP. This will work with just about all kinds of file, just make sure its a file that the PSP supports or the PSP wont know what to do with it once it gets there!
You can also transfer music from your CDS, but its not quite as straight forward. The transfer part is exactly the same, but before you can transfer the songs you will need some kind of CD ripping software to pull the songs from the CD and store them onto your computer. Just do a Google search for Ripping Software and you should find what you need. Once the ripping software has worked its magic you should be left with some music files that you can transfer over to the PSP like before.
The only other major place to get music for your PSP from is from Apples Itunes website. Its possible to do but its a little too complicated for my liking, so I dont do it too often, but heres how if you want to try it.
First of all just download whatever you want from Itunes onto your computer. Next you will need to get some PSP video convertor software, because the Itunes sites holds its songs as MP4s, which is often associated with video. Once you find your software, run the MP4s through it and convert them into MP3 format. As soon as they are changed over to MP3s, you can begin transferring them directly over to the PSP via the PC, just like before.
So there you are. I dont know if PSPs will ever take over the popularity of the Ipod for listening to music, but its definitely a flexible little piece of technology, and when did you last play NFS on an Ipod

Friday, September 10, 2010

PS3 Wireless Keyboard

Since the PlayStation 3 was always meant to take over the computer, the introduction of a wireless keyboard was only a matter of time, as without it, browsing the internet is nearly impossible. And of course, with the introduction of PlayStation Network Home and other clients, gamers needed a way to be able to chat with each other.




So last year, Sony came out with a clip-on keyboard for the SixAxis or DualShock 3 controller, which frankly made the whole unit remind me a bit of Darth Vader!



The peripherals is quite ugly and tips the weight of the controlle forward by an unhealthy amount. Plus, since it comes right above L1 and R1 buttons, switching between the four forward-facing buttons invariably does up with your fingers scraping the bottom of the keypad.



Altogether, it’s quite ugly and annoying experience and I don’t really recommend it. However, if you are interested in a wireless Keyboard for your PlayStation 3, you would do well to check out the Logitec Cordless MediaBoard Pro.



Blu-Ray — The PlayStation 3 was also to introduce Sony’s new format for optical disks, dubbed Blu-Ray. By now, the was between Sony’s Blu-Ray and Toshiba’s HD-DVD is long over with the former emerging triumphant, but at the time of the PlayStation 3′s launch, it was a big deal indeed.



Sony was touting these disks as the future of multimedia, and gaming in particular, with a single Blu-Ray disk being able to store over 30GB of data. The next generation optical disk promised games at a more rapid pace and with loads of extra content.



Why would a Blu-Ray ROM affect release dates of games? Well, a large portion of developing a video game is in figuring out how to div millions of lines of programming into tiny 4.5 – 9 GB DVDs that are currently available. If a disk allowed programmers to not go through the shrinkage process, the ability to release a game becomes that much faster.

Friday, September 3, 2010

PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360?

Gaming consoles are one of the best entertainment tools available and many people buy one for their own home. In fact, gaming consoles are very popular today that every release of a new kind of gaming console, stores always run out of stock.




However, there are also different kinds of gaming consoles available in the market today that claims to be the best. These companies claim that they guarantee that with their gaming console, you will have the ultimate gaming experience. Because of this, people tend to get confused on which gaming console they should buy.



Two examples of companies that manufacture gaming consoles that are always competing is Sony and Microsoft. The upcoming Sony PlayStation 3 and the newly released Microsoft Xbox 360 are two of the most popular gaming consoles available today. Both companies claim that their gaming console offers the best quality gaming experience that you will ever have.

<br />So, in order to end all the confusion, here are some facts about these two different gaming consoles and with this information, you can choose which gaming console is right for you.



The Sony PlayStation 3 is the third in the PlayStation series and is expecting great success upon its release on November 2006 in Japan, United States, and in Canada. PlayStation 3 is integrated with the latest and unique technology in a gaming console. It has features like the Blu-ray drive that is not found in other gaming consoles available in the market today. The Blu-ray drive is one of the latest disc drives available presently. What makes Blu-ray special is it has a much larger capacity to store data, meaning it will allow game developers to show their creativity and add detailing effects to make the game more realistic than ever before.



The PlayStation 3 gaming console can also be equipped with a Wi-Fi. This technology will enable you to connect to the Internet wirelessly and it will be able to give you the capability to play online PlayStation 3 games along with millions of players worldwide. Think of this as a virtual community where you can make friends with someone halfway around the world.



PlayStation 3 also has Bluetooth wireless controllers available. This means that it can definitely let you have a more enjoyable experience when you play a PlayStation game. With PlayStation 3, you can also upgrade the hard disk.



PlayStation 3 also has the backward compatibility feature which allows you to play your old PlayStation and PlayStation 2 games in your new PlayStation 3 gaming console.



Xbox 360 also offers one of the best features in a gaming console. Microsoft has thought all about the needs of consumers in a gaming console. Because of this, they developed and manufactured the Xbox 360 gaming console system that virtually has everything that you need in a gaming console system. It has wireless controllers, upgradeable hard drive, Xbox Live headset to let you chat with your friends when playing Xbox 360 online games, WiFi adapter and can also be integrated with the Xbox Live Vision.



As you can see, both gaming console system are closely matched except for the Blu-ray technology that PlayStation 3 has. If you want a gaming console that offers high definition graphics, you should opt for PlayStation 3. With the Blu-ray technology and advanced HDMI technology, you will be able to have the best gaming experience of your life.

Gaming consoles are one of the best entertainment tools available and many people buy one for their own home. In fact, gaming consoles are very popular today that every release of a new kind of gaming console, stores always run out of stock.



However, there are also different kinds of gaming consoles available in the market today that claims to be the best. These companies claim that they guarantee that with their gaming console, you will have the ultimate gaming experience. Because of this, people tend to get confused on which gaming console they should buy.



Two examples of companies that manufacture gaming consoles that are always competing is Sony and Microsoft. The upcoming Sony PlayStation 3 and the newly released Microsoft Xbox 360 are two of the most popular gaming consoles available today. Both companies claim that their gaming console offers the best quality gaming experience that you will ever have.



So, in order to end all the confusion, here are some facts about these two different gaming consoles and with this information, you can choose which gaming console is right for you.



The Sony PlayStation 3 is the third in the PlayStation series and is expecting great success upon its release on November 2006 in Japan, United States, and in Canada. PlayStation 3 is integrated with the latest and unique technology in a gaming console. It has features like the Blu-ray drive that is not found in other gaming consoles available in the market today. The Blu-ray drive is one of the latest disc drives available presently. What makes Blu-ray special is it has a much larger capacity to store data, meaning it will allow game developers to show their creativity and add detailing effects to make the game more realistic than ever before.



The PlayStation 3 gaming console can also be equipped with a Wi-Fi. This technology will enable you to connect to the Internet wirelessly and it will be able to give you the capability to play online PlayStation 3 games along with millions of players worldwide. Think of this as a virtual community where you can make friends with someone halfway around the world.



PlayStation 3 also has Bluetooth wireless controllers available. This means that it can definitely let you have a more enjoyable experience when you play a PlayStation game. With PlayStation 3, you can also upgrade the hard disk.



PlayStation 3 also has the backward compatibility feature which allows you to play your old PlayStation and PlayStation 2 games in your new PlayStation 3 gaming console.



Xbox 360 also offers one of the best features in a gaming console. Microsoft has thought all about the needs of consumers in a gaming console. Because of this, they developed and manufactured the Xbox 360 gaming console system that virtually has everything that you need in a gaming console system. It has wireless controllers, upgradeable hard drive, Xbox Live headset to let you chat with your friends when playing Xbox 360 online games, WiFi adapter and can also be integrated with the Xbox Live Vision.



As you can see, both gaming console system are closely matched except for the Blu-ray technology that PlayStation 3 has. If you want a gaming console that offers high definition graphics, you should opt for PlayStation 3. With the Blu-ray technology and advanced HDMI technology, you will be able to have the best gaming experience of your life.

Friday, August 27, 2010

How Good Is The Nintendo WII

You dont just play Wii, you experience it!




Since its launch in 2006, the Wii has quickly revolutionized the console gaming market. Not only have its motion sensitive controls grabbed the excitement of avid gamers, but Wii has truly been the first console to say Games are for the whole family.



To truly understand how Wii revolutionizes gaming, you have to try it for yourself. Quite simply, Wii is for everyone. The ease of use and interactivity of the Wii remote and Nunchuck allows for a unique social gaming experience for the whole family. You dont just play Wii, you experience it!



The Nintendo Wii utilises a unique control system for unparalleled interaction with a wide range of innovative games. The ergonomic Wii remote uses a three-axis motion sensor to detect physical movement and translate them into control commands. Why press a button when you can make the action yourself; the Wii remote becomes your table tennis paddle, golf club, steering wheel, drumstick and sword, letting you control your gaming experience as if you are really participating in the event itself. A range of optional add-ons for the Wii controller such as gun, tennis racket and baseball bat attachments add even more realism to this interactive experience.



Combine the Wii remote with the innovative Nunchuk control to take this interaction even further; gain two-handed control, wield both sword and shield in adventure games and get an even more immersive experience out of sporting games.



Wii Connect 24



With WiiConnect24 you can use the Ninetendo Wii for more than just paying games. WiiConnect24 keeps you connected to the internet even when the power is off, downloading new content and delivering unique new experiences everyday. The Wii Message Board utilises WiiConnect24 to help you keep in touch with friends, relatives and other Wii users the world over; you can even receive messages from the games you are playing, adding a new depth to the interactive experience provided by the Wii.



Entertainment & Media



Wii Channels is a content menu, divided into Channels, that uses WiiConnect24 to extend the interactive capabilities of the Nintendo Wii. Keep up to date with the latest news and weather forecasts with news and weather channels, create a photo channel with personalised images to share with family and friends, stay in touch with the Wii Message Board Channel and settle disputes with the Everybody Votes Channel. A Wii Shop Channel gives you access to games for the Virtual Console feature (see below), software updates and additional Wii channels.



A Virtual Console feature provides downloadable access to classic favourites from the NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Sega Mega Drive, NEOGEO and TurboGrafx games consoles. A Classic Controller is available to provide the ultimate in nostalgic gaming experiences (sold separately).



Wii Connectivity



The Nintendo Wii can connect to the internet via Wi-Fi connectivity (IEEE 802.11b/g) or an optional Ethernet LAN adaptor. Two USB 2.0 ports provide connections for a range of peripheral accessories and compatible devices.



Bluetooth technology allows up to four Wii remotes to be connected wirelessly. Wireless communication is also possible between the Nintendo Wii and the Nintendo DS hand-held system.



Wii Accessories



A host of creative accessories help to further enhance the unique levels of interaction provided by the Nintendo Wii. The Wii Zapper combines the Wii remote and Nunchuk controllers in a single housing to add unrivalled depth to first person combat games while the Wii Wheel and Wii Balance Board put you right in the thick of racing and sports games.



The Wii LAN Adapter attaches to the Wii via USB to provide internet access for any Wii users that do not have a wireless internet connection.





Other Wii Features



The Nintendo Wii features 512 MB of internal flash memory that can be expanded via a SD memory card bay. Nintendo Wi-Fi provides a fast, free and safe way to play games online with other Wii users. All you need is an existing internet connection.



The Nintendo Wii is backwards compatible with Nintendo GameCube media, allowing you to play your old favourites on your new system. It provides connections for up to four GameCube controllers and two GameCube memory cards.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

PsP Accessories

One of the most commonly used gaming devices in the market is the Sony PSP. One can play the best quality games as well as watch UMD movies with the help of Sony PSP. You can also listen to mp3 music by it. Here, is the list of the best PSP accessories.




One of the PSP accessories is the Logitech PlayGear street case. As the PSP is very delicate and breakable due to the knock or dropping, it is very necessary to have a case which can protect it while carrying the PSP. The material used in making this case is polycarbonate. This material makes the case very hard that can protect the PSP from dropping, scratches and any type of burns. There are some extra pockets provided in this case which can store up to 3 UMD discs and 4 sticks of Sony Due memory. The headphone can be easily operated without opening this case. Moreover, there is a special cord management inside the case so; you do not have to worry about the wires getting tangled with each other.



Another PSP accessory is the SanDisk Memory Stick of 4 GB. If we compare this memory stick with the Sony Duo memory sticks of 16 MB when used with the standard PSP pack, they cannot store much data. Even the vide cannot be stored in this 16 MB memory stick. The video require more memory to download which can be fulfilled with the use of 4 GB SanDisk memory stick. This has the memory to store the videos as well as mp3

Monday, August 23, 2010

Which Console To Buy

Today, the market is loaded with advanced video gaming consoles that are truly incredible. With amazing techniques and 3D effects in video gaming consoles, it is truly exciting to play amazing games on these gadgets. Xbox 360, PSP, PS2, PS3, Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS are the latest gaming consoles available in the market today. The biggest confusion occurs when you want to purchase video games console for yourself. There are a few things that you really need to take care of while purchasing a video gaming console.




- Price: Price is the major factor that one must consider while purchasing any video gaming console. Price of the gaming console you wish to purchase should be within your budget, although there are other various factors which help you to decide whether the console is just right for you or not. There are hundreds of online stores that present an excellent range of these technical video gaming consoles. The prices range from a small amount of around $50 to a high of $600. So, you can choose the right one that fits in your budget. The entire price range for all the consoles is displayed along with the images. This helps you to pick one that is affordable to you and suits your wants.



- Graphics: The video games consoles that are available today are so technically advanced that when you play any game on such video consoles you experience the real fun and excitement . Thanks to the graphics that let you to take the whole fun in the game. Handheld consoles have different graphical effects, whereas, consoles that are played on your system or television sets give you a completely new experience. It’s your decision which one would you prefer.



- Game CDS: The other main factor which may help you to make a right purchase of your favorite video games console is the number of games that you can enjoy playing on your console. Some consoles have obligations to play certain types of games so you need to be confident that you can play your favorite games on that particular gaming console which you are thinking to buy.



- Additional features: Most of the advanced video gaming consoles have some additional features that allow you to play the games the way you want to play. Like you can use cheat codes in some consoles which help you reach your goals conveniently. Well there are some gaming consoles that restrict you to use cheat codes. So, you must understand about these applications also. The handheld video game consoles are mobile as well as the touch screen feature allows you to reach quick menu, however, some other consoles that aren’t portable, nor will you find touch screen feature and these wont be useful for you as you need a small portable gaming console . Hence, pick a gaming console wisely because you are going to put in your hard earned money.



Thus, all these things will surely help you to buy a perfect video gaming console that you are looking for. All these things are related to each other and only a single factor cant aid you to decide which gaming console is good to buy. But there are times when you find the right gaming console with some amazing features that cost you more than your budget, it is worth buying it, you just need to increase your budget slightly. But if you are hunting for portable console and you can purchase costlier gaming consoles, you would surely buy a portable one as that is what you require. So just get connected to the internet to find the best video game consoles for you.

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