Firmware History

What is the difference between the PSP system and the PS Vita in terms of hardware specs?

Advanced portable entertainment system

• A high performance CPU / GPU combined with OLED enables rich, visually striking graphics never seen before on a portable entertainment system.  PS Vita also adopts the Super Oval Design form factor, which fits comfortably in users’ hands.

Revolutionary User Interface

• A unique multi-touch pad on the rear, with the front touch display. Two cameras on it’s front and rear, as well as three motion sensors, gyroscope, accelerometer, and electronic compass.

LiveArea

• Every game title for PS Vita will be provided with a space called “LiveArea” where users can share the fun and excitement with other players.

Location-based services

• SCE will provide location-based services on PS Vita as part of the basic features utilizing PlayStation Network. The new application called “Near,” developed specifically for this service and the network, will be pre-installed in the system.

Wi-Fi and 3G network connectivity

• PS Vita is equipped with 3G in addition to Wi-Fi.

Closely coordinated with PlayStation Suite

• The newly developed and released game content for Android based portable devices can also be enjoyed on PS Vita.