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03-04-2013, 10:24 AM

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stated reason:
The reason Sony didn't use general memory cards like SD Cards and instead opted for a custom memory card is because they wanted to make sure they could have something with an equal condition for everyone. Additionally, they were concerned with security. the cards as merely a device for saving games. They're "storage" for the Vita, and are used for patches, game data, download content and more.

not much different than companies omits SD card slots on tablets and charge $50 more for 16gb extra storage

True or not, thats a very "Apple Like" justification!

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03-04-2013, 10:25 AM

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not much different than companies omits SD card slots on tablets and charge $50 more for 16gb extra storage

Yep, nobody seems to even raise an eyebrow at dropping an extra $100-200 for a larger-capacity iPhone.

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03-04-2013, 10:29 AM

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Please, elaborate on what Sony could be doing in place of higher-priced cards.

Today, when we have systems with updateable software, combating piracy with higher priced cards seems very stupid. They could combat it the same way the PS3 and 360 have, with forced software updates that patch holes and exploits and have all newer games require the newest available software at the time of release. Also, locking exploited systems out of networked multiplayer. True, this is not a fool proof system but please explain what is going to make this method of higher priced media any more effective.

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03-04-2013, 10:29 AM

marcos6 I'm a leaf in the wind... Member sinceFeb 2010 Posts466	Not low enough of a price. It will hit under $100 by Christmas of this year I'm sure.
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03-04-2013, 10:30 AM

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not much different than companies omits SD card slots on tablets and charge $50 more for 16gb extra storage

Exactly, and I find that just as offensive.

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03-04-2013, 10:30 AM

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03-04-2013, 10:34 AM

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Today, when we have systems with updateable software, combating piracy with higher priced cards seems very stupid. They could combat it the same way the PS3 and 360 have with forced software updates that patch holes and exploits and have all newer games require the newest available software at the time of release. Also, locking exploited systems out of networked multiplayer. True, this is not a fool proof system but please explain what is going to make this method of higher priced media any more effective.

They went on the offensive instead of being defensive. They're trying to proactively deter piracy before it even hits their system instead of reacting when it does. And if they discover something unpatchable? Then what? I understand your idea of patching but it's a shaky path to go down.

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03-04-2013, 10:37 AM

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I love my Vita. The hardware just can't be touched right now by any other handheld. But the memory prices suck. Playstation Plus has made it cost effective to own a Vita but still memory card prices are crazy. Amazon has the 32GB down to $75 today but I still won't take the leap because it's still too much for a 32MB card. The PSN Vita exclusives have shown that they have commited developers. Looking forward to the new Killzone, Soul Sacrifice and MLB the Show 13. I know everything is hackable but being a year out and it still hasn't been hacked correctly should tell you something.

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03-04-2013, 10:38 AM

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I know everything is hackable but being a year out and it still hasn't been hacked correctly should tell you something.

That Sony did a good job. Smilie

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03-04-2013, 10:40 AM

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Unpatchable??? If they have an exploit that is unpatchable then they have far more problems than just piracy. They design their own software. If they design it that badly, they really,really need to get out of the hardware/software business.

Also, if the average consumer needs a memory card just to use the system. What makes you think a hacker with a system wouldn't have one? or that it would even be needed to hack the system?

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03-04-2013, 10:41 AM

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03-04-2013, 10:41 AM

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That Sony did a good job. Smilie

Or that interest is just severely waning.

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03-04-2013, 10:43 AM

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Yep, nobody seems to even raise an eyebrow at dropping an extra $100-200 for a larger-capacity iPhone.

True saying. I just dropped the extra $$ to upgrade my 64GB iPad to a 128GB. When considering the 16GB is the base at $500, I essentially am paying $300 for an additional 112GB of storage which amounts to aprox $2.67/GB. The 64GB iPad is a $4.16/GB upgrade from base and the 32GB would be $6.25/GB.

Now at $99.99 MSRP for a Vita 32GB Card, that amounts to aprox $3.12/GB. The 16GB and 8GB cards are both $3.75/GB and the 4GB card is $5/GB.

Puts things a little into perspective.

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03-04-2013, 10:47 AM

Akarin L7: Teacher Member sinceAug 2011 Posts2,826 Reputation 1,312 Followers 13 + Give Rep	if you don't like how it is priced, don't buy it. its a tactical move to create/sell another product for each person's need. gaming consoles is like most printers and are generally produced at a loss, if they use a universal memory card, and people play games off CFW, then how are they suppose to make a profit?
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03-04-2013, 10:50 AM

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Not low enough of a price. It will hit under $100 by Christmas of this year I'm sure.

Hard to say. I recognized last week that they had an abnormally large amount of stock of these things. Cowboom's listing prices and Deal of the Days tends to be based on inventory. Just 2 or 3 weeks back these were listed for $169 which is about where I expect the preowned price point to be. I would imagine once inventory starts to clear out, the price will go back up. And as for this coming holiday, I don't think we'll see too drastic of a price reduction (used or new) as demand will surely increase with the release of the PS4 and its connectivity feature. I'm not suggesting that they'll be flying off shelves and setting sales records. But I would be willing to bet Xmas 2013 will be a better sales year for the Vita than 2012.

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