When you think of photo editing, the chances are you think of Adobe Photoshop. However, the majority of non-professional users don't need Photoshop's high-end power and can't justify its cost. That's where Paint Shop Pro (PSP) comes in. Its low price is definitely its initial attraction, but that has never stopped it aiming high. At times, as with version 6's introduction of vector layers, it has even left Photoshop trailing behind. However, version 7's minor fiddling was a serious letdown and as time passed, it began to look as if PSP had run out of steam. Version 8, though, shows this isn't the case.You begin to realise how fundamental the overhaul has been as soon as you load the application.

We take each week's best rumours from around the world and list them here in the Weekly Rumour Mill. This week, more companies trying netbooks, crazy takeover rumours, Apple cutting prices, and a PSP redesign.

No, it’s not that universal remote hack that turns your PSP into a remote control, although that's pretty cool in itself. This little gizmo is even better - you can now watch your favourite telly show overseas on a PSP.

VoIP, messaging, video and GPS coming to the console.

Content to be distributed on Universal Media Disc.

A nice idea, particularly for PSP owners, but it’s ultimately too restrictive to be considered a must-have item.

No PS3? No problem.

Sony Computer Entertainment's (SCE) next generation handheld gaming device will go on sale in Japan 12 December for RRP ¥19,800 ($250).

Previous denials overturned by UK chief's comments.

We take each week's best rumours from around the world and list them here in the Weekly Rumour Mill.

Movie and photo transfer capability, MP3 playback, bearable speakers… this is the best portable gaming machine ever

But rumours still rife in wake of recent patent application.

The AoA iPod/PSP/3GP/MP4 Converter converts your videos quickly and easily into a format that an MP4...

Up against it when compared to the PSP and not the worthy substitute it should have been. Once more people crack the dual screen, though, it might be worth a second look

Playing catchup with Sony's PSP.

Krome is busy putting finishing touches on Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. We spoke to them about the game, Krome's new Merkury3 engine and more.

Creative finally delivers a portable media player that trumps them all.

Cheap and quirky Nintendo design holds off Sony challenge.

Handheld gaming in Australia is tipped to undergo a major shakeup, with two new portable gaming devices due to appear on the scene next month.