Good news portable fans, the guys in the PSP design team have been busy. During the Games Convention press conference over in Leipzig, Germany, Sony talked about the much-rumored PSP 3000. The new portable device has the same base functionality as the current Sony PSP - Playstation portable (known as PSP slim, also known as the PSP 2000), and in fact looks pretty much the same. However, there are of course a couple new features.

The Sony PSP 3000 will include a built-in microphone for use with Skype and Go Messenger. It will also feature an “enhanced” LCD screen, with more vibrant colors and reduced glare when using it outside.

The system will launch in Europe on October 15th for €199, with the PSP slim dropping to €169 Euros. The new system will be available in a variety of packages with single game bundles. Options will include the likes of Harry Potter, Buzz! Quiz Master, Go Messenger, FIFA 09 and more.