Typical price: £20
What is it: PSP stereo headset with microphone
What we think: Works well for Skype chatting on your PSP
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 June 2008
Tags: Sony, Sony PSP Headset with Remote Control, firmware, headset, microphone
We like:
Allows for in-game and Skype chat sessions on your PSP; earclip design makes for comfortable, stable fit
We don't like:
Open design doesn't shut out external noise
CNET UK judgement:
The PSP Headset with Remote Control works as advertised and is all the hardware you need to start chatting using Skype with your PSP
Full review:
As of its January 2008 firmware update (version 3.90), the slim Sony PSP includes built-in support for Skype, the popular VoIP (voice over Internet protocol) service that allows cheap-to-free calls worldwide. (Due to its less capacious memory, the Skype feature isn't available on the original version of the PSP.) The only problem with the addition of this new feature is finding a PSP-compatible headphone-and-microphone combination. Continue Reading...
Others to consider
Latest user reviews
Do you own this product? What do you think of it?
Write your own review of the Sony PSP Headset with Remote Control
Tell us what you think
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Special Offers from our Sponsors
Latest Accessory Reviews
Seagate Replica
Takes all the hassle out of backing up, but some will want more flexibility and storage capacity
Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-300
Our favourite ebook reader so far, despite lacking much of the functionality found in competing devices
Sony Reader Touch Edition PRS-600
Capable, and a good choice for students, but it's more expensive than rivals and the glossy screen is horrible
Amazon Kindle (international version)
Smashing piece of kit, but Amazon's digital bookstore just isn't ready for us to invest over £200 in
on Accessories
Spotify launches on Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson phones
Spotify has finally launched its service on Symbian-powered phones, which includes most modern Nokia devices, plus some Sony Ericsson and Samsung phones
More:
