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Playstation Vita western launch thread | It only does everything, everywhere.
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The Elite
BOSS
At least you have a nice avatar, it's good to see it more often than the others!
Karen is quite fetching.
There was a comics app shown in some of the early screenshots, but apart from that, they haven't talked about it.
I still don't know if I should go all digital on Vita or not. The former would necessitate locking it to the US region, since local PSN prices are absurd.
That would make perfect sense, since they can probably also shrink the insides at that point. It would seem like they need to maintain a pretty significant size though to keep all the controls comfortable.
Most developers won't limit their games, they may use the extra features if it's there though.
3G is used for anywhere connectivity and GPS locationing. 4G may be faster but its (huge) strain on battery life is an issue. Therefore, 3G and 4G should co-exist in the market for sometime. Besides, all Vitas can support 4G via MiFi, but only 3G Vita has built-in GPS.
If I read that right, the only area that could possibly effect the wifi model would be the online connectivity of the 3G in future games? So all vita games present and future can be played on both models, but if you have a wifi model it could effect your ability to play games online in the future?
JakkuFurosu
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me too....I might have to unsub this thread so i dont break down and say fukit on the FEB...
There are ways around it. Google for "MiFi". You can buy say, a 4G MiFi device to provide anywhere connectivity in the future. Your WiFi Vita will just talk WiFi to the MiFi device, while the MiFi device talks 4G to the cell data network. In that way, your WiFi Vita will remain connected all the time.
However for location-based apps/games, having a built-in GPS chip (like in the 3G Vita) should be more accurate.
The Elite
BOSS
FEBruary.
Marty Chinn
Member
My Kuro begs to differ.
The only thing that can make a difference is the GPS, not the 3G. You just happen to need a 3G model to get the GPS though.
I'll save $110 and wait 7 days. That's at least three games right there for waiting.
graywolf323
Member
might want to just stay off GAF for the week, this won't be the only active thread about the Vita I'm sure
The_Darkest_Red
Member
Well the fact that you have to play the Kuro card kind of proves his point, doesn't it?
He did say "basically all." Now it's all about web-apps and 3D, I suppose. Oh well, I love my Viera even if it isn't quite up to Kuro standards.any word on the sony screen protector? im not sure if i want to get one (unless one comes in the FEB but i dont think it does, right?). i take care of my systems and im not too worried about it getting scratched and finger prints can always be wiped away.
Are these screen protectors of good quality, easy to get bubble free?
Are these screen protectors of good quality, easy to get bubble free?
Marty Chinn
Member
Well the fact that you have to play the Kuro card kind of proves his point, doesn't it?
The Kuro card is so fun to play though =)
archnemesis
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My local European retailer has the 32 GB memory card up for a Feb 29 release.
High-end plasmas are actually the exact reason I put that "basically" before "all". You being a lucky bastard doesn't invalidate my point about the sorry general state of non-OLED display tech though
I had no problem putting mine on, and it comes with an extra layer to help you align it properly with the buttons and analog sticks.
Marty Chinn
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I think for any screen that you're going to be physically interacting with, there is a higher probability you're going to scratch the screen. I take care of my systems extremely well, but there's no way I'd go without with something I'm constantly physically interacting with. It's not like a PSP where you never touch the screen.
Did they release the PSP GPS add-on in US and EU ? I am under the impression that it's a Japan only peripheral. If so, the western games will be clueless about GPS.
That may not be gorilla glass, but if it can take 3+ hits with a sledgehammer and still hold together, I don't think screen protectors will be an issue.
I am terrible with screen protectors.
But I got the Sony one on, bubble free, in one go. I was very surprised.
It only covers the screen. The Hori one covers the areas around the buttons and d-pad and stuff too.
I don't really even notice it on. When I first put it on, I was sure I messed up and didn't actually apply it (again, because I suck at these and this went on perfectly).
I'm happy with it. I was going to buy the Hori one and just use this temporarily, but I cancelled my Hori order.
Still looking for a solution for the back screen though.
One thing to note is that this doesn't come with a microfiber cloth. So you'll need your own to clean the Vita before applying the screen protector.
I take care of my stuff too, but I wouldn't be comfortable playing with the Vita without some protection since it's touch screen. Especially if you have nails and/or jewelry like I do.
yeah I had to get phone support.
They just refund me the money today and I called yesterday
Didn't the Sony protectors come in two? Did you try using one for the back?
Marty Chinn
Member
I thought the solution was to trim up the Sony one to put on the back. Does that not work?
The Elite
BOSS
Any tutorials for this?
JohnnyPhatsaqs
Banned
I hear this is an option. Just have to trim the height a bit. I picked up the Sony 2 pack because my Hori protectors from Amazon won't ship for another couple weeks.
Yeah it comes with 2. The size isn't right though.
I am terrible at cutting things. So I haven't tried cutting it down to size.
To answer Dacvak's question from a lot of pages back (man, you guys are moving to fast. I've been trying to catch up on this thread for, like three days now), I'm buying a Vita because I'm in need of a handheld gaming device. One that was built from the ground up to be a gaming handheld. I find smartphones to be poor substitutes for dedicated gaming handhelds.
The 3DS didn't do it for me for a number of reasons, so my only hope was a handheld from Sony or MS. Since it was a no brainer that Sony would do a follow up to the PSP, my main concern was how much of an improvement over the PSP will their new handheld be. Lo and behold, the Vita looks to fix everything that irked me about the PSP (and I loved my PSP), and add a bunch more functionality and form.
I'm excited to see my favorite PlayStation franchises done justice on the Vita. As much as I loved the PSP God of Wars, I can imagine a Vita GoW being simply stunning in all areas. Uncharted looks great, and as a diehard fan of the series (I loved all 3 with a passion, and was singing the praises of Drake's Fortune long before Uncharted 2 made it popular to love the series, and Uncharted 3 made it popular to hate the series. lol).
I'm getting a Vita because I have two hours to kill Monday-Friday while on the bus to work. My weekends tend to be free as well, and I love curling up in bed or in a comfy chair, and playing a handheld. Sometimes I don't want to turn on the PS3 and play on the big screen.
I'm getting a Vita because I also love the idea of firing up some of the best PSP games, and playing them on that gorgeous screen, and with, for a lot of titles, improved controls/performance.
The PS Vita is exactly what I'm looking for when I think "handheld gaming." I'm 32 years old, and have been gaming since the NES released and I was 6 years old. To think that handheld gaming has evolved to the point where games are as sophisticated as they are is a dream I've had for over 25 years. Is the Vita perfect? Of course not, but hot damn is it a versatile machine with lots and lots of potential.
Not to mention that Sony has more studios than any publisher in the industry, and I don't fear for lack of support for the Vita on the software front. 3rd party developers/publishers seem to be inspired by the potential of the device as well.
tl;dr: I need a portable gaming platform, and the Vita fits the bill with it's form, function, and software library.
The 3DS didn't do it for me for a number of reasons, so my only hope was a handheld from Sony or MS. Since it was a no brainer that Sony would do a follow up to the PSP, my main concern was how much of an improvement over the PSP will their new handheld be. Lo and behold, the Vita looks to fix everything that irked me about the PSP (and I loved my PSP), and add a bunch more functionality and form.
I'm excited to see my favorite PlayStation franchises done justice on the Vita. As much as I loved the PSP God of Wars, I can imagine a Vita GoW being simply stunning in all areas. Uncharted looks great, and as a diehard fan of the series (I loved all 3 with a passion, and was singing the praises of Drake's Fortune long before Uncharted 2 made it popular to love the series, and Uncharted 3 made it popular to hate the series. lol).
I'm getting a Vita because I have two hours to kill Monday-Friday while on the bus to work. My weekends tend to be free as well, and I love curling up in bed or in a comfy chair, and playing a handheld. Sometimes I don't want to turn on the PS3 and play on the big screen.
I'm getting a Vita because I also love the idea of firing up some of the best PSP games, and playing them on that gorgeous screen, and with, for a lot of titles, improved controls/performance.
The PS Vita is exactly what I'm looking for when I think "handheld gaming." I'm 32 years old, and have been gaming since the NES released and I was 6 years old. To think that handheld gaming has evolved to the point where games are as sophisticated as they are is a dream I've had for over 25 years. Is the Vita perfect? Of course not, but hot damn is it a versatile machine with lots and lots of potential.
Not to mention that Sony has more studios than any publisher in the industry, and I don't fear for lack of support for the Vita on the software front. 3rd party developers/publishers seem to be inspired by the potential of the device as well.
tl;dr: I need a portable gaming platform, and the Vita fits the bill with it's form, function, and software library.
CloakedPuppet
Member
I ordered this basic grip last night - hope it gets here relatively soon. I have one for my PSP and it makes a big difference for longer game sessions. Mainly because it gives your palms something to rest on.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Cool. Ill call em up when I get home.
Marty Chinn
Member
I'm not sure what the size difference is, but I would hope/think that a ruler and an Xacto knife would do the trick pretty quickly and easily. I've got the protector but no Vita to compare it to.
The FEB doesnt come with one right? i might have to get one if i have time tomorrow or just be careful and get it on the weekend
TouchMyBox
Member
Anybody know what my buddy's best bet is of getting a vita tomorrow near Toronto?
Will nobody accept pre-orders now?
Will nobody accept pre-orders now?
The Elite
BOSS
He should call around to different EB stores. One of them is bound to have a cancellation he can pounce on.
I'm not sure. I don't have the FEB. I just have a regular standalone wifi model.
I think someone mentioned earlier in this thread that the Amazon US store is giving away a screen protector with one of the bundles.
It's a few cm taller.
It's also not as immediately obvious where the back touchpad ends on the sides to me. I think it's just where the white symbols stop. Aligning it would be harder. The front was so easy for me because they have the guide that fits over the face buttons/stick.
I'm not very good at measuring or cutting or any of that craft-y kind of stuff. I'm too clumsy so I haven't mustered the courage to try yet.
Phoenician_Viking
Banned
There are Vita billboards in Champions league match. SCEE going all out.
test_account
XP-39C²
the guy at gamestop told me it does but i dont really trust most of them lol
JohnnyPhatsaqs
Banned
I was going to post something like this. I'm almost 36, and have been gaming since the 2600. Is the Vita perfect? Of course not. But it just irks the shit out of me to read all the corksniffers nitpicking soooooo much crap. I'm guessing they're young and spoiled. Because this has been a dream system of mine for close to 30 years. It's just cool to be able to appreciate how cool this is, and the times we live in.
Dreams-Visions
Member
I ordered this basic grip last night - hope it gets here relatively soon. I have one for my PSP and it makes a big difference for longer game sessions. Mainly because it gives your palms something to rest on.
I would want this. link?
MikeE21286
Member
Is there any word on whether or not you can send SMS messages via 3G, or WiFi for that matter?
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