Sony, Skype calling gamers

Posted by admin on January 8th, 2008 filed in digital forensics

Another reason to potentially consider a Sony PSP as data source in an investigation.

“Sony has partnered with eBay’s Skype division and developed a portable version on the VoIP service for the PSP, effectively turning the gaming handheld into a Skype phone — with the same functionality, as well its limitations.

Here’s what we know:

In about 1-2 months, owners of the newer PSP model (the P-2000) will be able to download a firmware update and secure a free application that will allow users to make free PSP-to-PSP and PSP-to-PC calls so long as both parties are in a WiFi hotspot. PSP owners with the Skype firmware update can also make calls to conventional land lines (or cell phones) off the Skype network, however, a per-call charge will be assessed.”

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