SCEA has announced that the latest PSP firmware has been released. The firmware brings new functionality to the PSP-2000 (PSP Slimbody) by introducing the Skype software stack to the platform. Further details on how Skype will work on the PSP can be found below.

How it works

· Download and install the 3.90 firmware upgrade to the PSP-2000 system.

· Connect the PSP system to the Internet at a Wi-Fi hotspot*.

· Attach a PSP Headset ($19.99 MSRP) and the Remote Control from the PSP-2000 Headphones ($29.99), and insert a Memory Stick Duo to save the Skype software.

· Access the Skype/Sign In icon within the Network category of the XMB menu. First-time Skype users need to create a free account, while existing Skype users can simply enter their username/password.

· To make a call, either access the Contacts icon and click on a name or scroll to the Dial icon.