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Manufacturer: Sony Part number: PSV22031
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- Overall, the PlayStation Vita is the most advanced portable gaming system ever made. While the price is deceiving because of a hidden cost, gamers are getting an impressively complete package right out of the gate. A healthy launch lineup is sure to provide something for every kind of gamer, and a large selection of digital downloads is available right now.
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CNET editors' review
Sony PlayStation Vita (Wi-Fi) price range: $249.99 - $299.90
- Reviewed by: Jeff Bakalar
- Reviewed on: 02/12/2012
The good: The PlayStation Vita delivers amazing visuals on its 5-inch OLED touch screen that look almost as good as PS3 graphics. The system's launch lineup is very impressive and allows for downloading of some games (including all first-party titles) over the PlayStation Network. The Vita's operating system is smartly designed, easy to use, and ultraresponsive. The unit feels great to hold and has excellent standby battery life.
The bad: The Vita uses proprietary media and connections across the board, and even requires the purchase of a separate memory card to play most games and use most apps, which results in a hidden cost. Battery life could be better, and there's no way it can be replaced by the user. There's also no video out. Also, some antipiracy implementations are a bit cumbersome to deal with (for example, mounting the Vita to a PC/Mac for file transfer). It's also unclear how much storage the Vita has onboard, and it'll cost you more money for larger Vita Memory Cards.
The bottom line: Overall, the PlayStation Vita is the most advanced portable gaming system ever made. While the price is deceiving because of a hidden cost, gamers are getting an impressively complete package right out of the gate. A healthy launch lineup is sure to provide something for every kind of gamer, and a large selection of digital downloads is available right now.
User reviews
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Best handheld ever.
by Jpanese on February 14, 2012
Pros: The screen, the graphics, the OS, the PSN integration....pretty much everything. I've had a bug once or twice, but given that it's still early, I'm sure all glitches will be fixed through firmware updates.
Best gaming experience on the go.Cons: It's not cheap. Specially with the price of the yen :/
Summary: By far the best portable gaming device ever conceived....I played today a 3DS after 2 months of using my vita....and sorry, but it is a completely different experience. ...
Summary: By far the best portable gaming device ever conceived....I played today a 3DS after 2 months of using my vita....and sorry, but it is a completely different experience. The Vita is so ridiculously comfortable to use!, the joysticks are just a great addition....
I think the price is fair too....for all those people ******** about it, it is like saying that a Ferrari is crap because you can't afford it....plus, it's 250 people...it's great value.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Sony back into the game again?!?
by Dacmaniac on February 13, 2012
Pros: visuals, and these are the first batch of games!
the whole system is amazing.Cons: price of games.....have an ipad and the best games are sometimes max $10!! dont know how sony will compete.
also, have to use sony products all the time: hidden costSummary: worth it if u like buying gadgets!!
but the competition is just too much from apple in that the games are much cheaper. but i know a few friends would ...Summary: worth it if u like buying gadgets!!
but the competition is just too much from apple in that the games are much cheaper. but i know a few friends would like to play games old school ; with joysticks!!3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Knows target audience. hardcore gamers. Sleek/solid.
by noblesan on February 17, 2012
Pros: Amazing launch titles. Light but solid feeling, really the right weight for what it does. You feel like you are playing a mobile PS3 from everything to performance/processing power to the controls/design. Great form/feature/performance balance.
Cons: Battery life is disappointing. The overall OS is pretty confusing/big learning curve/lots of clutter. Many hidden costs for memory. Screen seems a lower resolution than what many users will be used to. Overly complex connectivity issues.
Summary: Amazing system for what it does (a PS3 in your pocket). The launch titles are so strong (smart to have an early launch with its strongest titles on Feb 15th ...
Summary: Amazing system for what it does (a PS3 in your pocket). The launch titles are so strong (smart to have an early launch with its strongest titles on Feb 15th to generate buzz and credibility and then a main launch on Feb 22...great way to hit the ground running). I can still see some of that traditional Sony "lifestyle" insular proprietary rubbish that costs more and is not terribly realistic for most users... I feel the system has delivered on so many levels that if it had just gotten rid of the typical Sony crap, it would have really been absolutely perfect, but instead it is absolutely fantastic. I think with all that said this has the potential for being Sony's comeback/flagship system, a remarkable new niche they have carved out for themselves. They were smart NOT to compete with the iPad and casual touch screen gamers and instead are working to taking the cash cow gamer target audience to the next level, rather than abandoning them for a larger but more fickle market. I am hoping they really dive into it full force because I believe consumers will bite.
it is really buggy but worthwhile, i think some good updates should fix many of the Cons though
Updated on Feb 18, 20122 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great little machine with minimal launch flaws...
by Mytelex22 on December 20, 2011
Pros: - OLED screen comparable to SGS2 (which means great!)
- Feels comfortable in hand
- Touch screen very responsive
- Thumbsticks feel sturdy and precise
- Amazing graphics!
- Battery life good for "realistic" on-the-go gamingCons: - PSone games "currently" not compatible
- My US PSN PSP games not showing up either (Maybe because it's not out in US? IDK)
- Remote play look like it's still coded for PSP (grainy look, can't play PS3 games), so no real Vita specific compatibilitySummary: All in all, a very good start for the life of the Vita. I would have wanted full backwards compatibility from the start but such is the life of an ...
Summary: All in all, a very good start for the life of the Vita. I would have wanted full backwards compatibility from the start but such is the life of an early adopter. I am very sure that Sony will address the issues I stated in my cons list before the end of 2012 Q1, so I'll change my score to 5 stars then.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Surprisingly awesome - finally a true handheld console
by Earthanoid on March 2, 2012
Pros: Great screen, dual sticks and multiple control schemes, surprisingly slick OS, and a great game lineup (including backwards compatibility)
Cons: Back touchscreen can be awkward; many launch games illogically shovel in touch controls; middling battery life; 3G functionality is limited
Summary: I picked up a 3G model last week, and have been having a great time with it. This is what the PSP should've been; with the control set you ...
Summary: I picked up a 3G model last week, and have been having a great time with it. This is what the PSP should've been; with the control set you can finally replicate PS2/3 games without sacrificing features and functionality.
I was expecting all of this, simply by virtue of the dual sticks. What surprised me was the OS; it is surprisingly good. It's very fast and the touch sensitivity is top notch, rivaling Apple's products. While it's very game-focused and limited, it's fast, responsive and multi-tasks without a hitch. The XMB was no slouch, the new OS and interface is fast and responsive, and well laid out for a touch interface.
The slick OS translates into very responsive games, and the PS Vita is all about precision control. The thumbsticks are smaller than a Dualshock, but once you get used to it they're just as accurate. Throw in touch and motion controls on top of that, and you have a level of control that is superior to a console. Combine the thumbsticks with the motion control to aim in Uncharted, and you'll be headshotting every villain that comes your way.
That said, there is a lot of touch/motion gimmickry in the launch games. Uncharted replaces standard controls with motion controls too many times, and throws in a number of mini-games that are essentially just reminders of the tech. Look, rub charcoal on this engraving and be reminded of the touch screen! Balance Drake on a log and experience the gyroscope! And so on. That said, the games still control well, and once the devs get over the novelty I think we'll see some innovative touch/motion controls implemented.
On the downside, where the back touch screen is active, it can be hard to hold the Vita without accidentally touching. It just takes some getting used to. The battery is pretty much as advertised, and a little on the low side. That is enough for me, but if you use it on long trips you'll need to charge it.
One of the great things, which isn't mentioned much, is the backward compatibility with many PSP games and PS Minis. There are a lot of great PSP games you can play on the Vita, with slightly improved graphics, so if you haven't experienced those yet you have a large library to look at. The Minis are smartphone style minigames with similar pricing. Between all of that, there are a lot of games to play at all price points. You can pretty much get a game anywhere from a few bucks to $50, so if you have money, Sony has something to sell you.
My one piece of advice to prospective buyers is to buy the wifi version. The 3G version has GPS and 3G, but they're not used for much. Maybe this will change later, but you can't play online with 3G; it's basically for accessing PSN, leaderboards, and the social apps (Facebook, Twitter, etc.). If you've got a smartphone, you won't miss it. So unless you're dying to compete on leaderboards or if you don't have a smartphone, use that $50 to buy a game or something.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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BEST HANDHELD GAMER
by birdman652001 on March 5, 2013
Pros: Good graphic. WIFI is strong if you got a good package. controls are sharp. easy access
Cons: wifi can be a hassle if you got low package. depending on games, some games can get kicked off.
Summary: if i had to do it all over again, id still buy the PS Vita.
Summary: if i had to do it all over again, id still buy the PS Vita.
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Best handheld yet, even if a bit pricey.
by AudioThirteen on February 26, 2013
Pros: Pretty much a Playstation 3, Dualshock controller, and an iPod touch put together. I love this device, great for gaming, Skype, Netflix, and has tons of games available for it on the PSN Store.
Cons: The price is a bit high, and the memory cards are fairly expensive, but it is worth it. Also there aren't many PS Vita games out at this time, but the PSN Store makes up for this.
Summary:
Just wait for the PS4 to come out, Sony said they have big plans when it comes to how the Vita works with the PS4, ...
Updated on Feb 26, 2013Summary:
Just wait for the PS4 to come out, Sony said they have big plans when it comes to how the Vita works with the PS4, only time will tell.
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Great hardware, software needs time to develop
by sonymaster101 on January 24, 2013
Pros: -Amazing hardware:
-gorgeous screen
-feels good in hands
-dual analogs are niceCons: -a bit of a lack of games at the moment
-some annoying quirks about the UI that weren't there in the OG psp
-lack of user replaceable batter, this is a deal killer for some people
-memory cards are expensive (80 dollars is A LOT for 32 gigs vs SD)Summary: I remain optimistic about the future of this system. Nothing is perfect out of the gate, it took the psp many years to get a decent game library, for a ...
Summary: I remain optimistic about the future of this system. Nothing is perfect out of the gate, it took the psp many years to get a decent game library, for a number of reasons. The proprietary memory is a bit of a disappointment, although it was likely done in order to prevent the piracy that plauged the original psp. Especially since any downloaded games are placed onto the memory unit. Will be interesting to see where this platform ends up with the release of the ps4.
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A lot of fun !
by mrswilliam on November 30, 2012
Pros: Very entertaining. I really couldn't put it down. The
graphics are amazing !Cons: WAY to expensive.
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This thing is awesome.
by chilliwachad on September 7, 2012
Pros: Size, feel, graphics, network access, game selection.
Cons: Um...none that come to mind.
Summary: Due to previously unforeseen circumstances, I made the difficult decision to move roughly 2200 miles away from my fiance, my dog, my PS3 and my HDTV. While the entirety of ...
Summary: Due to previously unforeseen circumstances, I made the difficult decision to move roughly 2200 miles away from my fiance, my dog, my PS3 and my HDTV. While the entirety of that aforementioned list will be joining me soon enough, 2-3 months without the PS3 posed an interesting problem. Should I just buy a second PS3 and a new HDTV? As tempting as that was, it seemed a bit silly. Luckily, the nice fellow working at the nearby GameStop introduced me to the PS Vita. I pretty much only play sports games, and this thing is awesome for MLB The Show and Madden. (I know there has been some disappointment concerning Madden, but I'm not feeling it.) Anyway, great system. Looking forward to FIFA and whatever else is on deck.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: PSV22031
- Description: Take on opponents across the globe while you take a bus across town. Control every movement with the tap of a finger or blow up enemy fighters soaring through your living room. Some of your favorite PS3 brands, and some new titles developed just for PlayStation Vita let you discover a gaming experience with no limits. The world is in play.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Type Handheld game console
- Software Included Party,
Near - Media Type PlayStation Vita card ,
Flash memory card - CPU Data path width=,
ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore ( Quad-Core ) - Graphics Controller SGX543MP4+
- Sound Stereo,
Speakers - Network Bluetooth 2.1 EDR,
802.11b/g/n - Integrated Components Two VGA digital cameras,
Microphone - Width 7.2 in
- Depth 3.3 in
- Height 0.7 in
Display
- Type OLED display,
5 in Color - Resolution 960 x 544
- Color Depth 16 million colors
- Touch Screen Yes ( Yes )
Game Controller
- Controls Dual analog sticks,
Left trigger,
Start button,
Right trigger,
Rear multi touch pad,
Circle key,
Triangle key,
Square key,
Cross key,
Select button,
Directional buttons,
PS button Media Player
- Supported Video Formats MPEG-4,
H.264 - Supported Audio Formats WAV,
AAC,
MP3
Video Output
- Max External Resolution 960 x 544
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headset,
1 x PlayStation Vita multi-use port,
1 x Accessory port - Slot(s) 1 x Sony PlayStation Vita card
Power
- Battery Rechargeable - Lithium ion
- Battery Required 1
Miscellaneous
- Sensors Three-axis gyro sensor,
Three-axis accelerometer,
Digital compass - Features Wi-Fi location service support
- Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP),
Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP),
Headset Profile (HSP) - Included Accessories AC power adapter
Product series
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Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: Sony PlayStation Vita - Handheld game console,
PlayStation Vita card,
Flash memory card,
Data path width,
ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore,
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Sony PlayStation Vita (3G/Wi-Fi) First Edition
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: Sony PlayStation Vita 3G - Handheld game console,
PlayStation Vita card,
Flash memory card,
Data path width,
ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore,
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Sony PlayStation Vita (3G/Wi-Fi)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: - Handheld game console,
Sony PlayStation Vita 3G,
PlayStation Vita card,
Flash memory card,
ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore
Accessories
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- Manufacturer:Sony
- Address:
16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 - Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
- Email: contact@sel.sony.com
- Fax: 941-768-7790
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