Judging from the press release in my inbox one would think that the SonicBoom is a must have accessory for PSP or iPod owners. It might be, but only if you’re desperate for a third party speaker system to improve the sound quality. The device supports any 1/8th inch stereo jack component, so an iPod or vintage Walkman will snap right in.

This is mostly a run of the mill external speaker system, but it does have the capability to recharge the PSP between gaming sessions. The SonicBoom really wins as an attractive charging cradle, and the speaker system is mostly secondary. If you find yourself continually using your PSP at work you might want to pick up a SonicBoom to add a little class to your desk.

The external boom box rolls out soon at roughly $100, and will be available in either white or black.