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  • DickDalewood
    All Star
    • Aug 2010
    • 6263

    #1126
    Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

    Originally posted by CaptainZombie
    Best buy has a return policy where you can return it within 30 days. I would just wait, I'm not sure what ties to the handheld with games/memory card. Sony has never been good in this area unlike 360 where you can swap out HDD between multiple systems without an issue.
    Yah, the reason you wouldn't want to so that, is you can't get Trophies from a used Vita game... so if one were to return a 3G Vita to get the Wifi version, those games would be seen on that new system as "used" and the Trophie functionality would be disabled.

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    • jmood88
      Sean Payton: Retribution
      • Jul 2003
      • 34639

      #1127
      Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

      My Best Buy had a display Vita that people could test so because of my concern over my pants, I decided to do a real-world pocket test with different pairs of pants and variable pocket sizes (I changed in the bathroom).

      Trial 1: a nice pair of black dress slacks with a pocket around 4 inches in depth and sewed close to my thigh. Taking great care to avoid the cameras, I put the Vita in my pocket and walked around the store to simulate the ideal environment for walking and pocket carrying. At first, I was a little concerned because, as you all know, a pocket with this depth does not lend itself to carrying things that are as big as the Vita but I was surprised at how comfortable it was whilst walking. There was a slight bulge but that is to be expected with these kinds of pants. Now, I did run into some issues sitting down as the top of the Vita would poke out a little so you will want to avoid sitting; this type of pant is only for walking around with the vita in your pocket.

      Score: 3 pockets out of 4

      Trial 2: for this one, I went with a deep pocket "hip-hop" style of pant with a slight trim on the edges. Needless to say, these performed swimmingly in my test, not only was there room for the Vita, but I was able to fit several other items as well. There were none of the sitting issues that I encountered with the previous pair. The only problem that I have is that this is typically not the kind of pants that I would wear but I have decided that these will be my go to Vita Pants when I know for certain that I will need to carry my Vita in my pockets.

      Score: 4 pockets out of 4

      Trial 3: for my last test, I tried out a pair of the colloquially known "skinny jeans". As you might expect, these performed very poorly in all facets of the test. The Vita did not fit into the pocket at all, in fact it was a struggle to even get the very bottom wedged into the pocket. Walking around with the Vita was a struggle at best and I didn't even attempt the sitting test.

      Score: 1 pocket out of 4
      Originally posted by Blzer
      Let me assure you that I am a huge proponent of size, and it greatly matters. Don't ever let anyone tell you otherwise.

      If I went any bigger, it would not have properly fit with my equipment, so I had to optimize. I'm okay with it, but I also know what I'm missing with those five inches. :)

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      • RoyalBoyle78
        Aka."Footballforever"
        • May 2003
        • 23918

        #1128
        Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

        Originally posted by jmood88
        My Best Buy had a display Vita that people could test so because of my concern over my pants, I decided to do a real-world pocket test with different pairs of pants and variable pocket sizes (I changed in the bathroom).

        Trial 1: a nice pair of black dress slacks with a pocket around 4 inches in depth and sewed close to my thigh. Taking great care to avoid the cameras, I put the Vita in my pocket and walked around the store to simulate the ideal environment for walking and pocket carrying. At first, I was a little concerned because, as you all know, a pocket with this depth does not lend itself to carrying things that are as big as the Vita but I was surprised at how comfortable it was whilst walking. There was a slight bulge but that is to be expected with these kinds of pants. Now, I did run into some issues sitting down as the top of the Vita would poke out a little so you will want to avoid sitting; this type of pant is only for walking around with the vita in your pocket.

        Score: 3 pockets out of 4

        Trial 2: for this one, I went with a deep pocket "hip-hop" style of pant with a slight trim on the edges. Needless to say, these performed swimmingly in my test, not only was there room for the Vita, but I was able to fit several other items as well. There were none of the sitting issues that I encountered with the previous pair. The only problem that I have is that this is typically not the kind of pants that I would wear but I have decided that these will be my go to Vita Pants when I know for certain that I will need to carry my Vita in my pockets.

        Score: 4 pockets out of 4

        Trial 3: for my last test, I tried out a pair of the colloquially known "skinny jeans". As you might expect, these performed very poorly in all facets of the test. The Vita did not fit into the pocket at all, in fact it was a struggle to even get the very bottom wedged into the pocket. Walking around with the Vita was a struggle at best and I didn't even attempt the sitting test.

        Score: 1 pocket out of 4
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        • 42
          Hall Of Fame
          • Feb 2009
          • 8801

          #1129
          Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

          ^^

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          • Chef Matt
            True.
            • Apr 2008
            • 7832

            #1130
            Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

            All I care is that it fits in my cargo shorts pockets. And I'll tell you, if I can fit a pint size flask in there, then this thing even in a case should be no problem at all.
            Originally posted by Anthony Bourdain
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            • BlueNGold
              Hall Of Fame
              • Aug 2009
              • 21817

              #1131
              Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

              Originally posted by jmood88
              My Best Buy had a display Vita that people could test so because of my concern over my pants, I decided to do a real-world pocket test with different pairs of pants and variable pocket sizes (I changed in the bathroom).

              Trial 1: a nice pair of black dress slacks with a pocket around 4 inches in depth and sewed close to my thigh. Taking great care to avoid the cameras, I put the Vita in my pocket and walked around the store to simulate the ideal environment for walking and pocket carrying. At first, I was a little concerned because, as you all know, a pocket with this depth does not lend itself to carrying things that are as big as the Vita but I was surprised at how comfortable it was whilst walking. There was a slight bulge but that is to be expected with these kinds of pants. Now, I did run into some issues sitting down as the top of the Vita would poke out a little so you will want to avoid sitting; this type of pant is only for walking around with the vita in your pocket.

              Score: 3 pockets out of 4

              Trial 2: for this one, I went with a deep pocket "hip-hop" style of pant with a slight trim on the edges. Needless to say, these performed swimmingly in my test, not only was there room for the Vita, but I was able to fit several other items as well. There were none of the sitting issues that I encountered with the previous pair. The only problem that I have is that this is typically not the kind of pants that I would wear but I have decided that these will be my go to Vita Pants when I know for certain that I will need to carry my Vita in my pockets.

              Score: 4 pockets out of 4

              Trial 3: for my last test, I tried out a pair of the colloquially known "skinny jeans". As you might expect, these performed very poorly in all facets of the test. The Vita did not fit into the pocket at all, in fact it was a struggle to even get the very bottom wedged into the pocket. Walking around with the Vita was a struggle at best and I didn't even attempt the sitting test.

              Score: 1 pocket out of 4


              If I could favorite this like you can tweets on Twitter, I don't think I could bring myself to favorite it fast enough. My goodness....
              Originally posted by bradtxmale
              I like 6 inches. Its not too thin and not too thick. You get the support your body needs.



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              • Brandwin
                Hall Of Fame
                • Jul 2002
                • 30621

                #1132
                Originally posted by Footballforever
                mood, you did all this!!!! Ur funny man.




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                • Blzer
                  Resident film pundit
                  • Mar 2004
                  • 42514

                  #1133
                  Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                  See, I'm not the only one who's concerned about this fitting in my pockets!
                  Last edited by Blzer; 02-15-2012, 12:18 PM.
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                  • ExtremeGamer
                    Extra Life 11/3/18
                    • Jul 2002
                    • 35299

                    #1134
                    Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                    Originally posted by Blzer
                    See, I'm not the only one who's concerned about this fitting in my pockets!
                    FWIW, it does not fit in my jeans.

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                    • fishepa
                      I'm Ron F'n Swanson!
                      • Feb 2003
                      • 18989

                      #1135
                      Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                      Originally posted by DookieMowf
                      You at home or somewhere that you can play it as soon as it's delivered? I'm curious to see some impressions.
                      It's being delivered to me at work, but not sure if I will be able to play until tonight cause I'm swamped.

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                      • Blzer
                        Resident film pundit
                        • Mar 2004
                        • 42514

                        #1136
                        Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                        Originally posted by ExtremeGamer
                        FWIW, it does not fit in my jeans.
                        I don't like bringing it up for the sarcastic posts which follow (which led to my sarcastic post, even though Mo was concerned about it as well), but you're right... it doesn't fit in jeans. I don't wear jeans often though, so this is not of my concern.

                        What really bugs me is how people are so adamant on purchasing something which will ultimately cost more than a new PS3, yet they already own a PS3 and have no intention of taking it on the go. I think I am the perfect customer for this thing: I don't have a Smartphone, and I'd like to use it as my portable entertainment device. So whether or not it fits in my pocket is very important for me.

                        Thankfully, it's been nearly like 300 posts since I've confirmed that it fits in my pocket. Not only that, but I've also found a case that will be perfect and fit into my pocket. My only posts since then have been about whether there will be a new case out there that will suit my needs even better. All of this banter about needing new pants and stuff are completely irrelevant, and people are taking things way out of proportion.

                        I hope you all have fun with your miniature PS3 in your household, by the way. I'm glad I'm not just blowing my money on this, and I'm actually getting some worth out of it.
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                        • Burns11
                          Greatness Has Arrived
                          • Mar 2007
                          • 7406

                          #1137
                          Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                          Originally posted by DickDalewood
                          Yah, the reason you wouldn't want to so that, is you can't get Trophies from a used Vita game... so if one were to return a 3G Vita to get the Wifi version, those games would be seen on that new system as "used" and the Trophie functionality would be disabled.
                          That's not true, used games won't earn trophies if they already have save game info on them (similar to how you can't earn trophies if you download someone else's save for the PS3), once that is deleted you can earn trophies again.

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                          • CaptainZombie
                            Brains
                            • Jul 2003
                            • 37851

                            #1138
                            Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                            Originally posted by blzer

                            I hope you all have fun with your miniature PS3 in your household, by the way. I'm glad I'm not just blowing my money on this, and I'm actually getting some worth out of it.
                            Blazer, who cares if someone is using this in their home on the can, at the dinner table, in bed, etc. It doesn't mean that it has to be taken out of the house for everyone's needs. Everyone has different needs with products, like yours is portability and how your going to fit it in your pants. What you might find worthwhile by taking this thing outside everywhere, listening to it as an MP3 player, etc. is your wants and needs vs. some people on here that will be using it much differently, especially for those that already have smartphones, etc.
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                            • bluengold34_OS
                              Content Creator
                              • Nov 2004
                              • 7346

                              #1139
                              It is in hand and ready to charge!

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                              • BlueNGold
                                Hall Of Fame
                                • Aug 2009
                                • 21817

                                #1140
                                Re: PSVITA Handheld Information

                                Originally posted by Blzer
                                I don't like bringing it up for the sarcastic posts which follow (which led to my sarcastic post, even though Mo was concerned about it as well), but you're right... it doesn't fit in jeans. I don't wear jeans often though, so this is not of my concern.

                                What really bugs me is how people are so adamant on purchasing something which will ultimately cost more than a new PS3, yet they already own a PS3 and have no intention of taking it on the go. I think I am the perfect customer for this thing: I don't have a Smartphone, and I'd like to use it as my portable entertainment device. So whether or not it fits in my pocket is very important for me.

                                Thankfully, it's been nearly like 300 posts since I've confirmed that it fits in my pocket. Not only that, but I've also found a case that will be perfect and fit into my pocket. My only posts since then have been about whether there will be a new case out there that will suit my needs even better. All of this banter about needing new pants and stuff are completely irrelevant, and people are taking things way out of proportion.

                                I hope you all have fun with your miniature PS3 in your household, by the way. I'm glad I'm not just blowing my money on this, and I'm actually getting some worth out of it.
                                Well, if your pockets ever happen to shrink or anything, just know this will definitely fit in your pockets full and well:

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                                Originally posted by bradtxmale
                                I like 6 inches. Its not too thin and not too thick. You get the support your body needs.



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