The Clash of the Handheld Console Titans

The Sony PSP 3000 boasts the greatest colour resolution, and features a built in microphone. The new screen incorporates the latest anti sun glare technology to enable a better visual experience when playing outdoors. The microphone enables you to hook up with Skype and use the PSP as a communication device.
There are a wide variety of top line games available including Grand Theft Auto and Killzone. The PSP is focused towards the serious gamer, rather than the casual blaster.

The Nintendo DS is the latest hand held from Nintendo, released nearly 20 years after the original Game Boy.  The DS offers a bigger screen than the original DS Lite and features not one, but two cameras to enhance the hand held gaming experience.
 The new memory card slot means that the DSi will enable you to store photos and music and share them with friends.
The DS isn't a ground breaking step away from the DS, but it will surely be a success for Christmas 2009 and beyond. The iPod Touch is the new kid on the block.  It's stance as a handheld gaming platform is more of a 'happy accident' rather than Apples intentions of its primary function.
  The iPod Touch works well as a gaming device, and is geared more towards the casual gamer who wants a quick button bash or brain teaser.

  The device features innovative gaming controls by moving, shaking, tipping the iPod Touch, it also has a touch sensitive screen like the DSi.  It is easy to find new games for the iPod Touch as you just need to download them via a wi-fi connection.

It appears that the demand for a hand held gaming device is still as strong as ever.  The Nintendo DSi is sure to be the must have toy for Christmas 2009.
 The iPod Touch is a fun and quirky gaming device, however with its hefty price tag, it would beyond the reach of most dedicated gamers.

  The PSP is a steady step forward for Sony, however it lacks innovative features of the DSi and iPod Touch.

If you are thinking of buying a handheld console then be sure to use one of the Nintendo DSi Stock checkers or similar.
You can also search the web for voucher codes to get a discount on pre-orders or get special exclusive bundle deals.