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So the PSP Go Is Basically a Sony Mylo 2 With Gaming Then?

Jason Chen — Sat, 30 May 2009 20:30:00 +0000

The PSP Go leak confirmed two things: that the device was real and that it’s coming at E3, and that Sony’s experience with the Mylo internet device wasn’t going to be wasted. They look almost exactly the same.

There were a couple hints leading up to this. There was the patent for a mystery device that could browse the web and play back music—but also had a touchscreen. There was the rebranding of the Mylo into an Internet Device, which was strange to us at the time.

But why is Sony using the Mylo body to make a flash-based PSP that won’t replace the PSP 3000? I have no idea. Maybe they felt bad for the only very lightly-used machines and molds they had for the Mylo and wanted to give them a purpose? [PSP Go]

Sony Rebrands Mylo Personal Communicator as Mylo Internet Device, Probably Won’t Help Sales

Adrian Covert — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:40:00 +0000

Sony took the radical step of renaming their “Mylo Personal Communicator” the “Mylo Internet Device.” Though it’s unlikely to affect the five of you that actually bought a Mylo, you have to wonder if it’s a last ditch effort to generate interest in a product that didn’t exactly set the gadget world on fire. [Pocketables via Gadgetell]

Sony Patent Hints at PlayStation Phone, Possible Mystery Device?

Benny Goldman — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 23:01:46 +0000

The prospect of a PSP phone looks even more likely now that we’ve seen Sony’s patent for a touchscreen handheld. The patent describes a device with “digital tactile pixels” that respond to touch and give feedback via vibration. This patent was submitted by Sony Computer Entertainment, the group behind PlayStation, and not Ericsson, like the last alleged PSP phone patent. The mystery device is covered to play games and music and browse the web, but also make phone calls, so what else could it be? [patent via Tech Digest]

Sony Mylo 2 Now Records Video, Supports 16GB Memory Sticks

Mark Wilson — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:55:00 +0000

Are any of our readers sporting Mylo 2s? If so, carrying that smartphone-sans-phone is finally starting to pay off as today’s firmware update brings video recording. There’s other stuff too–16GB Memory Stick and general UI improvements–but the video is the big upgrade. Just stick with that Mylo 2 a little longer and who knows what good things will come of it? [Sony]

Sony Mylo 2 Software Upgrade Brings WMV Support, Other Stuff

Haroon Malik — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 22:41:43 +0000

A software upgrade to v1.1000 is now available for the Sony Mylo 2. The update brings WMV file support, a games shortcut on the home screen and SHOUTcast widget compatibility. Get your upgrade on by hitting the link, and if you notice any other improvements, drop them in the comments below. [Sony via Pocketables]

Sony Mylo 2 Now Available

Haroon Malik — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:40:00 +0000

Sony’s portable web surfing device, the Mylo 2, which has full flash support, a touchscreen and Wi-Fi connectivity is now officially available for sale. The first shipments will take place on Monday, but you can go ahead and orders yours now. Check out out our complete Mylo 2 strip down, and groping session to make up your mind whether it is worth the US$299.99 asking price.

AU: I remember when the first Mylo was launched, I innocently asked whether or not we’d see it down here. The response: “Hahahahahaha!” (Okay, not really, but they did say no). My point is, if you want one of these, you’ll probably have to import.

[Sony Center]