The PSP Go (stylized PSPgo or PSP go, model PSP-N1000)[9] is a version of the PlayStation Portable handheld game console manufactured by Sony.[10][11][12][13][14] It was released on October 1, 2009 in American and European territories,[1] and on November 1 in Japan. It was revealed prior to E3 2009 through Sony's Qore VOD service.[13] Although its design is significantly different from other PSPs, it is not intended to replace the PSP 3000, which Sony will continue to manufacture, sell, and support.[11] On April 20, 2011, the manufacturer announced that the PSP Go would be discontinued so that they may concentrate on the PlayStation Vita.[4][15][16] Sony later said that only the European and Japanese versions were being cut, and that the console would still be available in the USA.[17]