Problem #1: New Operating System

The Cross Media Bar is gone and in place of the user interface is orbs that are supposed to make the interface more finger-friendly.

Problem #2: No Video-Out

The latest edition of the PSP was that it had video output to an external display for both movies and games.

The first edition of the Vita will not have any type of video output.  I’m sure that future versions of the device will have it, just so that Sony can make more money.  Think about how Nintendo made Nintendo DS, then Nintendo DS Lite and then Nintendo DSi.

Problem #3: Easily Breakable

There have been reports that the Playstation Vita was dropped while sitting.  The distance to the ground was only about 3 feet and one of the L buttons popped off.  I sure hope they got that Best Buy warranty plan!

Sony claims that the unit was a pre-production one, so it did not accurately represent the final Vita handheld that is going to be in stores.  As we stated earlier, the unit was a pre-production one, so it doesn’t represent the final shipping handheld.  Compared to the Nintendo 3DS, I’d have to say that the 3DS felt a lot more sturdy.

Problem #4: Too Large To Put In Your Pocket

The PS Vita is a very large handheld.  It has a much larger screen than the Nintendo 3DS.  If you are a girl, then you can put it in your purse, but if you are a guy, then you are out of luck!  Actually that is one of the reasons why it is not called Playstation Portable 2.  Sony is assuming that with people carrying laptops, iPads and tablets, that the Vita should not be an issue.

Problem #5: Weird Direction Pad and Smaller Buttons

When compared to the Sony PSP, the PS Vita’s buttons are smaller, which can present issues with older gamers.  The directional pad seem to be a bit too close for comfort as well and may cause your hands to cramp.