Is it worth it

[samestory98]

hey, i just signed up here, and i read 'newbies read this first' posted my the a mod so i wouldnt ask a stupid question. It wasn't answered there, so here it goes: I think I'm going to get a PSP for Christmas, and i was wondering. For the upgrades i read about on here (2.0 and all that) They're free right? And where do you get them from? Also, does the analog controller on it break off a lot? I read that somewhere, and i hadn't seen it anywhere else so i was wondering if it's true.

[nando_fish2]

All Updates are free, unless Sony decides to start charging people, and as for the analog breaking "physically off" it hasn't happened to me and i don't know many other people that had any problems with it

[JamesBOnd]

Originally Posted by samestory98

For the upgrades i read about on here (2.0 and all that) They're free right? And where do you get them from? Also, does the analog controller on it break off a lot? I read that somewhere, and i hadn't seen it anywhere else so i was wondering if it's true.

Upgrades are free, you can get them from Sony otherwise a google search will bring up plenty of matches and forums

But don't go and get the latest n greatest firmware less you dont want to play Homebrew games ...I learnt that out the hard way

Updates can be obtained from: http://www.yourpsp.com.au/psp/psp.ht...ction=homepage

[The Juggler]

The breaking on the stick is not rare but I have never had that problem and I have used the psp to death... like anything I guess ig you abuse it then it can break.

Des


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[Kernel Kev]

My anaolgu stick hasnt broken, its like handling a hamster, squeeze it too hard and it will break, but too light and careful and it will escape (i.e. thumb slipping)

Its not likely that it is going to happen to you, quite a few people have said theirs have broken, but you also have to consider that millions of other psp users havent had a problem.

Click here for firmware updates, although i suggest to read through about homebrew before updating to the all hated 2.81 firmware :evil: [/url]

[samestory98]

thanks for the help.

if the analog stick breaks off, can you just buy another one?

also, what are examples of some homebrewed games?

[Kernel Kev]

Yes, click here for UK

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Disclaimer: Opening up your PSP will void your warranty! The following guide is meant to be informative and I accept no blame for any damage caused to your PSP if you decide to follow this How To.
Written by: Califrag


Removing the Cover

You will need a small ‘Phillips’ (cross) screwdriver and ideally an anti static dust brush (available at PC stores) to replace your joystick on your PSP. Removing the cover of your PSP involves removing 5 small screws and the first three are fairly obvious. On the back of your case with the top facing away from you there are two screw holes, one toward the bottom of the case and one at the top right hand corner beneath the ‘L’ shoulder button. Next up, on the bottom of the PSP is a little silver screw that keep the front cover attached. Unscrew each of these and keep them somewhere safe.



Removing the battery reveals a couple more screws and one or two that are hidden. The screws that we need to remove are the left hand black one and there is one in the bottom left hand corner underneath the sticker. Be warned though this is a dead give away that the warranty is voided when this sticker has been tampered with. Rather than trying to peal this off simply locate the screw using the screwdriver and remove as indicated by the picture below.



Flip the PSP back over and if necessary remove the stick by prying it upwards with a screwdriver though it should just pull upwards. The PSP cover should now pry apart, taking care not to touch the screen and internals of the PSP.


Removing the Joystick

After removing the PSP cover, turn the system over revealing the under side of the buttons. There are two screws holding the joystick unit in place and these also need to be removed to free the unit. The joystick can now be removed and replaced with the new unit remembering to remove the stick beforehand. Make certain the ‘washer’ is in place when you install the unit and then replace the two screws, ensuring the joystick is secure.




Reassemble

It’s a good idea at this stage to remove any specs of dust or debris with the brush that may have landed of the screen or underside of the cover. Then carefully replace the cover and replace the screws that were removed in stage one of the process. Good luck. Here's a video of it.

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Click here for homebrew - i suggest you resist upgrading, if you do and you finnaly understand all the homebrew stuff you will regret it.

[samestory98]

thanks kevino...

are the homebrew full versions?

and what don't i get from the upgrades if i dont upgrade.. and wheres a place to buy a analog stick in canada, im from there...


sorry for all the questions

oh, and is homebrewed games illegal?

[Kernel Kev]

Homebrew is applications i.e. using the psp's ifra red port to change our tv channel, also old SNES games, yes full games, and other consoles.

If your analogue stick does break ask and i will find one in canada for you but, im pretty sure it wont, but is possible.

Some parts of homebrew is illegal some most of it isnt.

ISO's are and no talking about them im afraid.

So you know ISO's are disk images of psp games from the UMD's put onto memory cards.

[samestory98]

oh. okay.

if i may ask... why are they illegal the ISO's?

also, can homebrew games damage my psp?

also, is this site illegal - EDIT

i came upon it, but i'm not going to use it.

just seeing if sites like that are illegal.