Instruction manual says otherwise:
And I'm pretty sure it really doesn't charge if it's not off.
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PlayStation Vita Japanese Launch Thread. "APOCALYPTIC!" says concerned Nuclear Muffin
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The manual is wrong since I've only ever charged my Vita through USB.
Situations that it has charged:
a) While playing Monster Hunter. Played it for 11 hours straight (wifi enabled, online etc) and the battery remained at full.
b) In standby mode when I wasn't using it.
I didn't have to turn the system off completely.
Well, if what you're saying is true, and I don't think that you have any reason to lie, that one hell of an inaccuracy. They should change the manual and provide Vita users with a firmware upgrades in which there would be an indication that Vita's charging through USB even if it's not off.
Yeah I don't know why the manual is inaccurate. I never once assumed "USB Charge" would have special conditions attached to it, and it doesn't.
One "bug" I noticed though was when I had it plugged in with USB, the battery wasn't going up (but it also wasn't going down). I restarted it a few times and it jumped up, as if the indicator was frozen or something. That only happened once though.
BTW, I heard on the 8-4 Play Podcast that there is supposed to be a lightning indicator that it's charging? Never seen it.
That is pretty silly tbh. They have quite a few things to fix/change in firmware updates.
Since we're on the subject of the battery here, I will say that I am very delighted with it. I got something like 4 hours 20 minutes on MHP3rd (playing online via Adhoc Party) before I had to plug it in through USB. The Nyko battery/grip thing sounds insane if it really does boost it even more.
Lightning indicator is visible when you turn the Vita off, you don't need to connect it to the power adapter.
Oh, so you can use ad hoc party with the PSP games on Vita? That's some new info, I thought that because the Vita version of Lord of Apocalypse doesn't allow it other games (both PSP and Vita ones) are the same.
It's not on the UI though? I thought the battery bar would have a lightning icon over it or something.
Oh I see. Never seen it in the UI. They should fix it for us USB champions.
There are two indicators - one is the lightning on the battery in the UI and the other one is the orange glowing PS button.
twentytwo22
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Just saw this, thanks for the heads up. They also offer points, so it seems like a no-brainer. Will test them out for a few games -- hopefully it goes well
Edit: How did you know they have the preorder bonuses? Don't see anything listed with Gravity Daze. Only found it with Tales of Innocence, where they say the preorder bonus isn't included (this might be a pretty limited bonus, not sure).
I thought that too when the bug I was talking about occurred where the bar wasn't moving up or down, but normally it does both.
Sad that Sony doesn't know how their own system works. Remember the account changing fiasco by the Sony rep?
I think the issue with not officially supporting USB charging probably has to do with different USB ports supporting different current (depends on the USB version of the port, the device laptop/desktop/etc, and the number of other devices connected). So basically results may vary and Sony decided to keep it simple and say it doesn't work.
Exactly this.
I was pretty sure it said that it includes the bonus, but I think I might have mixed it with your tweet.Just saw this, thanks for the heads up. They also offer points, so it seems like a no-brainer. Will test them out for a few games -- hopefully it goes well
Edit: How did you know they have the preorder bonuses? Don't see anything listed with Gravity Daze. Only found it with Tales of Innocence, where they say the preorder bonus isn't included (this might be a pretty limited bonus, not sure).
Wanted to call them after reading your post but phone customer service is open until 8PM, so I'll do that tomorrow. It would suck if RO and GD didn't have the bonuses, since Yodobashi is one of the biggest retailers and both of those games have preorders limited to 1 copy per person.
isnt that the same as with ipad? My ipad says it is not charging when i plug it into my laptop... but it does charge, just slowly.
pretty much.
The newer iphones and I pads do not charge via usb (or not as good), they changed how the wiring works.
For example, my 335i does not charge a newer itouch but it will charge an older ipod video BUT it will playback from both devices, they changed the wiring of how it charges (needing more power)
If iPhone 4 is considered new, mine charges just fine through the USB (and fast too).
Edit:
Lots of screenshots from Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Vita. Here's a taste (more at the link):
And here's the list of included works.
Hardware chart, Jan 2 Jan 8 (courtesy of Andriasang)
3DS: 240,819 (Last week: 197,952)
PlayStation 3: 74,459 (67,199)
PSP: 71,033 (62,746)
Wii: 49,525 (33,208)
PlayStation Vita: 42,915 (42,648)
DSi XL: 3971 (3356)
Xbox 360: 2738 (2453)
DSi: 3565 (2418)
PlayStation 2: 1323 (1659)
Software chart, Jan 2 Jan 8
Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo, 3DS): 157,188 (Life to date: 1,317,357)
Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo, 3DS): 119,093 (1,199,285)
Monster Hunter Tri G (Cacpom, 3DS): 98,355 (1,083,853)
Inazuma Eleven Go (Level-5, 3DS): 56,134 (325,358)
Musou Orochi 2 (Tecmo Koei, PS3): 42,464 (316,516)
Just Dance Wii (Nintendo, Wii): 37,266 (490,677)
Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Square Enix, PS3): 35,325 (739,561)
Wii Party (Nintendo, Wii): 33,174 (2,256,803)
Kirbys Adventure (Nintendo, Wii): 33,040 (570,168)
Wii Sports Resort Wiimote Plus Pack (Nintendo, Wii): 30,783 (833,757)
Go Vacation (Namco Bandai, Wii): 26,852 (208,017)
Mario Kart Wii (Nintendo, Wii): 26,346 (3,474,659)
Nintendogs + Cats (Nintendo, 3DS): 24,514 (467,914)
Inazuma Eleven Strikers 2012 Extreme (Level-5, Wii): 23,521 (127,410)
Taiko Drum Master Wii Ultimate Version (Namco Bandai, Wii): 23,422 (197,003)
Magicians Quest: The Merchants Store of Sorcery (Konami, DS): 19,574 (165,962)
One Piece Gigant Battle! 2 New World (Namco Bandai, DS): 18,789 (290,002)
Monster Hunter Portable 3rd PSP the Best (Capcom, PSP): 18,293 (154,438)
Beat the Beat: Rhythm Paradise (Nintendo, Wii): 15,903 (670,305)
Pro Evo Soccer 2012 (Konami, PSP): 15,689 (173,093)
3DS: 240,819 (Last week: 197,952)
PlayStation 3: 74,459 (67,199)
PSP: 71,033 (62,746)
Wii: 49,525 (33,208)
PlayStation Vita: 42,915 (42,648)
DSi XL: 3971 (3356)
Xbox 360: 2738 (2453)
DSi: 3565 (2418)
PlayStation 2: 1323 (1659)
Software chart, Jan 2 Jan 8
Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo, 3DS): 157,188 (Life to date: 1,317,357)
Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo, 3DS): 119,093 (1,199,285)
Monster Hunter Tri G (Cacpom, 3DS): 98,355 (1,083,853)
Inazuma Eleven Go (Level-5, 3DS): 56,134 (325,358)
Musou Orochi 2 (Tecmo Koei, PS3): 42,464 (316,516)
Just Dance Wii (Nintendo, Wii): 37,266 (490,677)
Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Square Enix, PS3): 35,325 (739,561)
Wii Party (Nintendo, Wii): 33,174 (2,256,803)
Kirbys Adventure (Nintendo, Wii): 33,040 (570,168)
Wii Sports Resort Wiimote Plus Pack (Nintendo, Wii): 30,783 (833,757)
Go Vacation (Namco Bandai, Wii): 26,852 (208,017)
Mario Kart Wii (Nintendo, Wii): 26,346 (3,474,659)
Nintendogs + Cats (Nintendo, 3DS): 24,514 (467,914)
Inazuma Eleven Strikers 2012 Extreme (Level-5, Wii): 23,521 (127,410)
Taiko Drum Master Wii Ultimate Version (Namco Bandai, Wii): 23,422 (197,003)
Magicians Quest: The Merchants Store of Sorcery (Konami, DS): 19,574 (165,962)
One Piece Gigant Battle! 2 New World (Namco Bandai, DS): 18,789 (290,002)
Monster Hunter Portable 3rd PSP the Best (Capcom, PSP): 18,293 (154,438)
Beat the Beat: Rhythm Paradise (Nintendo, Wii): 15,903 (670,305)
Pro Evo Soccer 2012 (Konami, PSP): 15,689 (173,093)
If iPhone 4 is considered new, mine charges just fine through the USB (and fast too).
Edit:
Lots of screenshots from Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Vita. Here's a taste (more at the link):
And here's the list of included works.
Right, but some cars/devices do not charge it. It's all due to how they rewired it, I know the new bimmers charge it though.
Those Gundam screens look BOMB
UMD only animu games still coming out for it I guess.
Quick and dirty guide, how to set up a Vita video preset in a freeware video converter. In Japanese.
Sony's about to show Ruin on the engadget CES live stream:
http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/live-from-the-engadget-ces-stage-taking-the-playstation-vita-fo/
But it's now called 'Warrior's Lair'.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/live-from-the-engadget-ces-stage-taking-the-playstation-vita-fo/
But it's now called 'Warrior's Lair'.
amishpriest99
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My Vita's going to need some Gundam so I'll guess I'll be importing SEED Battle Destiny. Looks good-ish, though I'm sure it's no Extreme VS.
now that all games will be available digitally, Sony should have publishers commit to releasing games in all territories. If they hook up a great licensing deal then roll out physical cards, but if not they should release the digital version at least. If they aren't 'mainstream' enough for local markets, then put them in a separate section - like the PS1 japanese import section on PSN.
oh god yes. Please be good. Please be good.
Reluctant-Hero
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Is it over?! Did I miss this?
I'm not sure...I go to the live link and all i get is a black screen, although it says it is live. Not sure what is going on. I really want to see the game in action.
Edit: Hmm, now it says COMING SOON in giant letters. Maybe it starts in 20min? Even though it says it started at 12:30 PM EST which was about 45min ago.
SpaceBridge
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Hows the web browser on the Vita?
Reluctant-Hero
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I'm getting footage now! But... It's windows phone?! And seriously, this Engadget dude came dressed like that? Way to class it up dude...
Yaaaah, I am getting the same thing now. Where is the Vita!
Phife Dawg
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Many possible reasons but I think the lack of an UMD drive and therefore the lack of easy access to a cheap library of used and old games has something to do with it.
Exactly what I was thinking - wth is up with that?
Vyse The Legend
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Looks like the video is already up on the site. Vita talk starts around the 20min mark.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/live-from-the-engadget-ces-stage-taking-the-playstation-vita-fo/
http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/live-from-the-engadget-ces-stage-taking-the-playstation-vita-fo/
DCharlie
And even i am moderately surprised
because it's not really a 10k difference - throw in the need for at least a low cost card and a game and the lowest barrier for entry is actually closer to 32k
But let's say 10k difference - i'm pretty sure i could get at least 20 -great- (UMD) games for that. That's ignoring the YARR SHIVER ME DOWNLAODS! angle.
(and that 20 games could easily include every MH on the PSP)
I've actually been scanning for UMD bargains and the shelves are PACKED with them.
BATTERY MOANING :
Specifically MH3rdP
There's no simple indication of what your battery - you have to drop out of the PSP game and into the menu. However, because you suspend the game this cuts the wifi connection so if you are playing multiplayer it drops you.
Okay , it's fairly minor - but worth mentioning.
Weird, charges and shows the lightning bolt and everything on my 4s.
Ugh, gief old name back please.
Reluctant-Hero
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Ouch, my apologies. Hate putting my foot in my mouth.
DCharlie
And even i am moderately surprised
will have to go back and check - 3rd or 4th boss?
The level design doesn't really change, whilst i though the opening levels were just to edge you in, it turns out that so far that's pretty much the level design template. The main gripe is that there's just not much tactically going on (as per the review posted from the website).
hmm - pikmen. But a very limited pikmin.
Zoe
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iPads require a stronger charge than the phones.
Takamura-San
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I bought umvc3.
Question: is just the menus hat are in English or can the text be changed too?
If so how do you do it?
Also anyone who wants to play hit me.
Question: is just the menus hat are in English or can the text be changed too?
If so how do you do it?
Also anyone who wants to play hit me.
I'm sure this has been answered in here before, but can someone explain the cross-game-chat feature to me? Is it actually what Sony told us it was going to be "Voice chat with anyone no matter what game they're playing" or is it true that some games (I think Uncharted was mentioned) simply forbid it?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
Sony lied (again). You can only use it in games that don't disable networking. Looks like devs can freely disable it in games that don't use the internet, so don't expect single-player games to work over Party.
Terrible.
Just took a spin through the PS Vita store, and gawd damn...the software is very expensive to me. The lowest priced real game is the equivalent of $50 and it goes as high as $70-$80. And these e-store prices are supposed to be discounted from the retail versions?!?
No wonder Japan is giving it the cold shoulder...
No wonder Japan is giving it the cold shoulder...
Where do you live for games to cost that much? Australia? In North America games are $30-$50 at retail.
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