Are you interested in buying a Playstation Portable? Are you wondering about the pros and cons of buying this electronic device?
You know that there are pros and cons when you buy anything. Some things that you like about an electronic may not be something someone else likes. Yet, many times you will find that people will agree on the fundamental pros and cons.
Take a look yourself at the popular pros and cons that you will usually hear when you talk about the Playstation Portable.
Pros:
1. It is portable; therefore it can be taken anywhere. (Parents find this great when traveling)
2. It is part of the Playstation line of video games and consoles.
3. It is very light. This is great for kids or even adults to carry around with them and also makes playing easier because the weight is not a hindrance.
4. The console and games are enjoyable for older children and adults alike.
5. Plays videos (full length movies) as well as Mp3’s.
6. There are plenty of choices of games.
7. The games load fairly quickly.
8. It has internet capabilities.
9. It has superb graphics.
10. It has what is considered by most as a sleek design.
Cons:
1. The portable is considered expensive. (Generally selling for: $130 – $250)
2. The memory is also considered expensive by most users. (It can be as expensive as $49 for 1 GB of memory up to close to $129 for 8 GB of memory).
3. The screen scratches easily.
4. The battery has a short life before it needs to be recharged. (Not so great when traveling.)
5. Uploading music and videos is hard for some users.
6. You will need to clean the screen quite frequently.
7. Internet is considered difficult to use by some. No email.
8. It is considered fragile, and most people fear it will break easily.
9. Although made for adult playing, some adults find the keys a bit too small for them to use.
Should you buy a Playstation Portable for you or your child? Maybe, it depends on features you will be using most. If it is for gaming and for travel, it seems to get high marks. Most users don’t have a lot to complain about when watching video on the Playstation Portable, either, except for the ones who claim that the screen has a glare to it. But most users are not at all impressed with its internet capabilities.
If you are thinking of buying this for a child, you should consider the age of the child and how the child handles his/her belongings. Some users complained about the machine being fragile and scratching and breaking easily.
Of course, the best way to check out the pros and cons of the Playstation Portable is going to a store and trying out one you. While you are there also be sure to check out the prices and selection of games for it. Then go with your gut on whether this is a purchase you should make or not.