The new PlayStation Portable will feature several improvements including a size reduction (slimmer and lighter), longer battery life, high definition output, and a faster Universal Media Disc (UMD) drive. The Ice Silver refers to the new color of the PSP and comes bundled with some extras.
"It is 33 percent lighter and 19 percent slimmer than the current version, making the all-in-one mobile entertainment system even more convenient to carry around at less than 1/2-pound in weight and less than 3/4-inch in thickness. The new PSP system will also have a thinner, more efficient battery, 64MB of system memory and video-out capabilities allowing consumers to enjoy their games at 480 x 272 resolution and movies at full standard-definition resolution on any progressive scan TV."
Implications - Today's busy consumer is not only fascinated by portable products, but finds them necessary. Virtually every staple in electronics has a mobile counterpart, calling companies that have yet to release on-the-go products to do so immediately.
Sony PSP Ice Silver
Slimmer HD Player Due Sept 10
Trend Themes
1. Slimmer Portable Devices - Companies should consider creating slimmer and lighter versions of their electronic devices to cater to the needs and preferences of the busy consumer.
2. Extended Battery Life - There is an opportunity for companies to develop more efficient and longer-lasting batteries to enhance the convenience and functionality of portable devices.
3. High Definition Output - Integrating high definition output capabilities into devices can provide users with a better entertainment experience, promoting the demand for products with this feature.
Industry Implications
1. Electronics - The electronics industry can leverage the trend of slimmer portable devices by designing and manufacturing products that are lightweight and easy to carry.
2. Battery Technology - Battery technology companies can focus on developing advanced batteries with extended life spans to meet the growing demand for longer battery life in portable devices.
3. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore the opportunity of offering high definition content and optimizing their products for high definition output to cater to the preferences of consumers.