They're doing exactly what you're talking about. Did you not hear that they will be releasing the Go along side with the 3000? Or that ALL the models are capable of downloading the games? They already did a test run with Patapon 2. This is an extended test run for a complete digital distribution for the PSP2, that's all.
Like I said, the fact that Sony included an ISO loader in their firmware as far back as the PSP-1000 is a clear indicator that a UMD-less distribution or at least a digital download system would come into play at some point. This extended run is probably a way for them to come up with an anti-piracy measure before opening the door for a new system.
Finally, Sony is adding what should have been there from the get go. The ad-hoc over the net has been enabled by 3rd party programs (Xlink Kai), but it's nice to see Sony doing it themselves.
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Jul 3rd 2009 1:31AM (Engadget)Like I said, the fact that Sony included an ISO loader in their firmware as far back as the PSP-1000 is a clear indicator that a UMD-less distribution or at least a digital download system would come into play at some point. This extended run is probably a way for them to come up with an anti-piracy measure before opening the door for a new system.
Sony exec says UMD-less PSP was "always the plan"
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