Great. Anyone else having PSP problems already? (got dead pixels?)

[norkusa]

Just got back from the midnight PSP release at Gamerush, fired it up, and right away noticed 2 dead pixels on the screen. May not sound like a big deal but one of them is *directly* in the middle of the screen and is annoying as hell. Gonna bring it back tomorrow...hopefuly they won't be sold-out yet and be able replace it.

So anyone else get dead pixels on their PSP or have any other problems with it?

[chwang0129]

i don't think you'll be able to replace it
check out this thread from the psp forums

http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=psp&message.id=249498&view=by_dat e_ascending&page=1

alot of people are getting far more dead pixels than you are, and the majority of the consumers are getting psp with dead pixels..

i doubt the stores or sony will let all these people return and exchange psps over and over again...

[nneace]

Glad I am waiting...that I and I am too cheap to buy one now.

[EddieBelfour]

heh. i bought a ds today that has two. hopefully with all the psp returns they'll let me slip in.

[norkusa]

i don't think you'll be able to replace it
check out this thread from the psp forums

http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=psp&message.id=249498&view=by_dat e_ascending&page=1

alot of people are getting far more dead pixels than you are, and the majority of the consumers are getting psp with dead pixels..

i doublt the stores or sony will let all these people return and exchange psps over and over again...

That's bullshit. Most people returned their dead-pixled DS's with no problems, so why should this be any different? I'm going to try to exchange it for a new one anyway. Gamerush is VERY nice about returns on stuff like this, so hopefully they'll take mine back.

[chwang0129]

i'm getting mine at 10am, hopefully i won't have any dead pixels..

you guys think they'll let you return and replace it with someone else's pre-ordered psp?

[b3b0p]

i don't think you'll be able to replace it
check out this thread from the psp forums

http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=psp&message.id=249498&view=by_dat e_ascending&page=1

alot of people are getting far more dead pixels than you are, and the majority of the consumers are getting psp with dead pixels..

i doublt the stores or sony will let all these people return and exchange psps over and over again...

That's bullshit. Most people returned their dead-pixled DS's with no problems, so why should this be any different? I'm going to try to exchange it for a new one anyway. Gamerush is VERY nice about returns on stuff like this, so hopefully they'll take mine back.

Maybe it's because Nintendo has Zero Dead Pixel policy. No wait, that can't be it. Wait, it is!


Chris

[norkusa]

That's bullshit. Most people returned their dead-pixled DS's with no problems, so why should this be any different? I'm going to try to exchange it for a new one anyway. Gamerush is VERY nice about returns on stuff like this, so hopefully they'll take mine back.

Maybe it's because Nintendo has Zero Dead Pixel policy. No wait, that can't be it. Wait, it is!


Chris

I just realized what I said after I posted. Of course it's different because it's SONY, not Nintendo.

Just checked the PSP board over at GameFAQ's. Seems like there is a ton of people getting dead pixels on their PSP's. Yeay, Sony! :roll:

[hyuga]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

[chwang0129]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

wow.. dust too?
now i'm kinda afraid to pick up my psp..

[Chris in Cali]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

wow.. dust too?
now i'm kinda afraid to pick up my psp..


Meh, I don't really trust people with one post, or people on the internet in general for that matter.

[WhipSmartBanky]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

wow.. dust too?
now i'm kinda afraid to pick up my psp..


Meh, I don't really trust people with one post, or people on the internet in general for that matter.

But...they did register a few months ago, so it's not like they just signed up to trash the PSP or anything.

[A Happy Panda]

Hmm, I think I'll wait to pick up the PSP now. Also I have to wait because my manager is a dick and is only letting 5 employees purchase a PSP. Also those 5 names are being randomly drawn from a hat...how lame. I work at BB btw, so bash 'em all you want.

Any other CAGs pick up a PSP and having similar problems?

[Chris in Cali]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

wow.. dust too?
now i'm kinda afraid to pick up my psp..


Meh, I don't really trust people with one post, or people on the internet in general for that matter.

But...they did register a few months ago, so it's not like they just signed up to trash the PSP or anything.

Very true.

[dafoomie]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

wow.. dust too?
now i'm kinda afraid to pick up my psp..


Meh, I don't really trust people with one post, or people on the internet in general for that matter.
Dust under the screen was also widely reported.

I don't want to trash the PSP, but this is typical of a Sony console at launch. Expect issues to be resolved down the road.

[js1]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.
you're joking right the problem is IT'S SONY! Don't get me wrong I 've owned both ps1 & ps2(fav. system this gen), but they really don't have the best track record when it comes to system not breaking down, I'm on my 2nd ps2 system, so I wait to get my psp for a while..(same with ps3)

[bignick]

I expected more quality from a Sony product.

HA HA HA HA hA, oh wait, you were serious, HA AH AH AHAH HA HA HA HA

[Zer0X1999]

So far the Poll on the IGN.com PSP board has 36% of buyers with NO dead pixels. Kind of scares me. I'm gonna pick mines up in the morning.

[A Happy Panda]

Two questions perhaps someone could answer...

Is there gonna be a 1-2 month shortage like the DS? Or does anyone think I'll be able to get my hands on a PSP before the end of April. I say the end of April because I'll be going down to Anaheim and would like something to do in the airport, airplane, hotel, etc.

Also, is it even reasonable to think that these problems will be resolved by then?

[js1]

it's bound to happen with these systems, hell my sp had one when I first got it...

[Chris in Cali]

it's bound to happen with these systems, hell my sp had one when I first got it...

Yeah, I had one on my first DS, but it was barely noticable.

[Ebraum]

Dead pixels here also, but the system is amazing.

[exRounder]

Is this problem out of the box or something that happens with time? This just scared me out of getting one because I think I can really wait to play any of its games.

[Chris in Cali]

On a side note, I drove by Walmart, and Best Buy to find only a few (10-15) people in line. Sony really should have advertised more. I seriously saw my first PSP commercial today. I can't wait to get mine at EB in the morning though.

[pumbaa]

I had a dead pixel (actually a "stuck pixel") on my first DS. I literally drove right back to Target and the lady just switched 'em out for me. I hope its as easy for you guys... a dead pixel would drive me nuts. Good Luck to you ALL.

[Zer0X1999]

Is this problem out of the box or something that happens with time? This just scared me out of getting one because I think I can really wait to play any of its games.

The problem is usually out of box, and does not normally develop over time. Essentially if it's perfect out of the box it'll stay perfect.

[bone_matrix]

Dead pixels are created in the process of making the lcd screen, so you won't see them appear over time.

And every place should allow you to exchange it out if you do get a dead pixel. It should be considered defective, so it should be replacable just as if a dvd didnt work, etc.

A lot of people also had dead pixels with the DS's. By a lot, I mean it seemed like a lot, because they are the ones who said anything about it. I doubt it was a big perentage in actuallity.

[TheDecn]

You guys had me nervous, so I finally turned my PSP on (originally intended on letting the battery charge fully first). Not a single dead pixel here...phew!

By the way, I was easily able to pick up a PSP at the local Wal Mart at midnight. Only one other guy in line...guess I'll have to sell my EBGames.com preorder on eBay or something.

[guyver2077]

well just got home from waiting 2 hours and a half in line at ebgames...

boy is the psp amazing

[MorPhiend]

I expected more quality from a Sony product.

HA HA HA HA hA, oh wait, you were serious, HA AH AH AHAH HA HA HA HA

:rofl:
Exact thoughts I had as I read this...

[Parathod]

So far the Poll on the IGN.com PSP board has 36% of buyers with NO dead pixels. Kind of scares me. I'm gonna pick mines up in the morning.

Yeah, I don't take that as a reliable number. I'm not saying that you should be worry free, there are probably a bunch of units with dead pixels and dust under the screen among other things ("it's a Sony product"), but there are many liars on the internet as well. I remember when the DS came out, there was a poll on this board about who had a problem with their unit (I think the options were none, fuzzy screen, dead pixel, and dead/pixel with fuzzy screen) and roughly 50% of the vote was distributed among the three problem categories. I'm not saying that's impossible, but it's very unlikely. When people on this board express great admiration for the PSP and insult the DS, then claim they own a DS, I take it with a grain of salt. I'm sure an IGN poll is even less reliable, but who knows.

[GizmoGC]

Just got mine...didn't see any dead pixels. Hopefully this WON'T be an issue for me.

[Dr Mario Kart]

both my friend and I have TWO dead pixels each. Most unpleasant. :sigh:

[grae60]

I have 6 and it's going back to wal mart first thing tomorrow

[Dr Mario Kart]

Sounds like its a very widespread issue. You might have to trade it in a whole bunch.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesnt Sony's Manual state that Dead Pixels are Normal?

Edit: HAHA, there will be a shortage created because each person will have to go through 2 or 3 to find one that doesnt have dead pixels!

[eraser813]

Yep the manual does say that some dead pixels are normal on an lcd screen! Screw that. They need to go with a zero dead pixel policy like Samsung has. My PSP, thankfully, has all it's pixels working like ho in an alley.

[SadieDee]

Are they actually dead or stuck?

[RAMSTORIA]

wow, a lot of people... well maybe not a lot, but more than i thought are saying they have dead pixels, my friend had bad dust under the screen that almost looks like dead pixels... i just did the midnight launch and work tomorrow, i hope im not getting a bunch of returns, we had one guy call in at like 1220 to ask if he could return his because of a dead pixel

[Dr Mario Kart]

For those of you who havent picked yours up yet.

Buy a warranty, and proceed to open and test each one in store, and have them switch it out right there and then. Make it a game, lets see who can get the highest dead pixel streak. If enough people do it, imagine the consequences.

[Renzokuken]

Only have 1 on the top left of the screen, but its hardly noticeable so I'll just stick with it.

[opportunity777]

I think I will wait the 6 months I decided to in the first place :P

[Scorch]

So how many of you are starting to regret purchasing it? Has that set in yet?

[Spoon_si]

I got mine 4 hour ago... and I have the same problem... 1 dead pixel rite in the middle...

this is bull shiet...

I'm really piss after all the hype.. and I expect everything to be perfect...

I'll be returning mine tomo as well...

[parking lot pimp]

Just got mine 2 hours ago. I got a dead pixel a little left to the middle of the screen. It only appears on black, but I haven't tried playing a game yet. Hopefully Gamestop will have enough PSPs to replace this one.

[coolsteel]

I had already decided I was going to wait a year before jumping on board, looks like I had the right idea .

[Dr Mario Kart]

I cant believe they think they can just get away with this! They'll pay I tell you!

Maybe within a few weeks, given the uproar in the community and the media, Sony will probably have no choice but to reverse their decision to not give a damn about dead pixels.

In a few weeks of course, thats E3 time. Its time for Nintendo to put some nails in some f-ing coffins.

[Scorch]

:rofl::rofl::rofl:


PSPwned!~@

[pimpinc333]

:rofl::rofl::rofl:


PSPwned!~@

LOL Dude peope are gonna see that and start saying On Live all the time now. We got you to blame now. lol

[Scorch]

Sweet. I'm gonna be famous!

[Dr Mario Kart]

Let it be written, the soon to be widely used pspwned was penned by he who is known as Scorch.

[Scorch]

Despite my constant dissing of the PSP, I was thinking about heading out to get one (Hastings is putting out 20 this morning with no preorders whatsoever). At $250, it's something to think about. Then I looked at the game list.. the only thing out right now that i'd even consider getting is probably Metal Gear Acid.. maybe Darkstalkers.. but Wipeout, Ridge Racer, Twisted Metal, THUG2.. its all been done before.. ooh, maybe NFSRivals.. but even then, in the "coming soon" section, you get Fifa Soccer, Dynasty Warriors, Midnight Club 3, NBA Street Showdown, GTA.. all games we've seen before (aside from MC3, but its also coming out on other systems).

Where's the heavy hitters? Where are the games that make me want a PSP.. like Kingdom Hearts, Devil May Cry, any other RPG's? Timesplitters? Tekken? Burnout? Tenchu? Fight Night? ANYTHING besides what I can already find in the bargain bin at EB?

Have they announced any of those games for PSP!? Kingdom Hearts 2 PSP would RULE. That would DEFIANTELY make me go get a PSP. I guess I'll grab a DS with Mario, Warioware and Yoshi Touch and Go instead..

[A Happy Panda]

Despite my constant dissing of the PSP, I was thinking about heading out to get one (Hastings is putting out 20 this morning with no preorders whatsoever). At $250, it's something to think about. Then I looked at the game list.. the only thing out right now that i'd even consider getting is probably Metal Gear Acid.. maybe Darkstalkers.. but Wipeout, Ridge Racer, Twisted Metal, THUG2.. its all been done before.. ooh, maybe NFSRivals.. but even then, in the "coming soon" section, you get Fifa Soccer, Dynasty Warriors, Midnight Club 3, NBA Street Showdown, GTA.. all games we've seen before (aside from MC3, but its also coming out on other systems).

Where's the heavy hitters? Where are the games that make me want a PSP.. like Kingdom Hearts, Devil May Cry, any other RPG's? Timesplitters? Tekken? Burnout? Tenchu? Fight Night? ANYTHING besides what I can already find in the bargain bin at EB?

Have they announced any of those games for PSP!? Kingdom Hearts 2 PSP would RULE. That would DEFIANTELY make me go get a PSP. I guess I'll grab a DS with Mario, Warioware and Yoshi Touch and Go instead..

Devil May Cry and Viewtiful Joe have been announced by Capcom

[Scorch]

Despite my constant dissing of the PSP, I was thinking about heading out to get one (Hastings is putting out 20 this morning with no preorders whatsoever). At $250, it's something to think about. Then I looked at the game list.. the only thing out right now that i'd even consider getting is probably Metal Gear Acid.. maybe Darkstalkers.. but Wipeout, Ridge Racer, Twisted Metal, THUG2.. its all been done before.. ooh, maybe NFSRivals.. but even then, in the "coming soon" section, you get Fifa Soccer, Dynasty Warriors, Midnight Club 3, NBA Street Showdown, GTA.. all games we've seen before (aside from MC3, but its also coming out on other systems).

Where's the heavy hitters? Where are the games that make me want a PSP.. like Kingdom Hearts, Devil May Cry, any other RPG's? Timesplitters? Tekken? Burnout? Tenchu? Fight Night? ANYTHING besides what I can already find in the bargain bin at EB?

Have they announced any of those games for PSP!? Kingdom Hearts 2 PSP would RULE. That would DEFIANTELY make me go get a PSP. I guess I'll grab a DS with Mario, Warioware and Yoshi Touch and Go instead..

Devil May Cry and Viewtiful Joe have been announced by Capcom

For PSP? They coming out anytime soon? If not, i'll just put the PSP on the Christmas list. I could DEFINATELY go for some Devil May Cry PSP.

[mykevermin]

This is making me consider not getting a PSP this morning, and grabbing some games with my credit instead.

Oh boy...


Sigh.

[Scorch]

This is making me consider not getting a PSP this morning, and grabbing some games with my credit instead.

Oh boy...


Sigh.

System? Got an idea of what you want?

//Scorch - not eager to help PSP lose a sell. Nope. Not me!

[The Successful Dropout]

my walmart had shelves and shelves full....but im not buying one until the price comes down to at least $150...which could take a few years....yeah, sure, ill buy a few games here and there in the mean time if their are incredible sales going on, but other than that...im waiting

[mykevermin]

This is making me consider not getting a PSP this morning, and grabbing some games with my credit instead.

Oh boy...


Sigh.

System? Got an idea of what you want?

//Scorch - not eager to help PSP lose a sell. Nope. Not me!

I have every system at the moment; if EB's warranty covers dead pixels, I'll buy the system and warranty. If it doesn't, no dice.

myke.
...I don't have any pressing games on my want list at the moment.

[help1]

my walmart had shelves and shelves full....but im not buying one until the price comes down to at least $150...which could take a few years....yeah, sure, ill buy a few games here and there in the mean time if their are incredible sales going on, but other than that...im waiting

Yeah im going that route also.

[evilmax17]

*Checks the trading board*

[A Happy Panda]

Here's a link to all the announced PSP games if you're interested Scorch

http://psp.ign.com/release/

[screwkick]

The Japanese import I had had the "dust" problem as well. Not sure if the dust and dead pixel situation are one in the same.

[A Happy Panda]

Two questions perhaps someone could answer...

Is there gonna be a 1-2 month shortage like the DS? Or does anyone think I'll be able to get my hands on a PSP before the end of April. I say the end of April because I'll be going down to Anaheim and would like something to do in the airport, airplane, hotel, etc.

Also, is it even reasonable to think that these problems will be resolved by then?

Anyone wanna answer my questions? Can anyone answer my questions?

[Dr Mario Kart]

well, none of us can really tell the future. There really shouldnt be a shortage, but it depends on how well they handle this mass dead pixel issue.

[soulwish2003]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.


I'm so pissed that mine had dead pixels and dust and a dead rat under the screen! I will bring it backl when the stores open in the morning and start kicking magazine racks over until I get RESPEC!






:cool:

[help1]

Now this will prob make this Robber (http://www.gamespot.com/news/2005/03/23/news_6120987.html) sad.

[evilmax17]

Admittingly, when I saw the title of this thread, I was expecting people to have DREs

[Scorch]

With the expection of Warrior Within, GT4, Godfather, Advent Children, and Viewtiful Joe 2, that's one weakass lineup.

I'll stick with DS and their upcoming Metroid Prime, Viewtiful Joe, Castlevania, Mario Kart, Animal Crossing, Nintendogs, FF3, Harvest Moon, Zelda, Katamari Damacy, Sonic, and Kirby's Magic Paintbrush!

[soulwish2003]

With the expection of Warrior Within, GT4, Godfather, Advent Children, and Viewtiful Joe 2, that's one weakass lineup.

I'll stick with DS and their upcoming Metroid Prime, Viewtiful Joe, Castlevania, Mario Kart, Animal Crossing, Nintendogs, FF3, Harvest Moon, Zelda, Katamari Damacy, Sonic, and Kirby's Magic Paintbrush!

I didn't think we were looking at the next 2 years worth of DS releases in one post... :D

[Dr Mario Kart]

For those of you who havent picked yours up yet.

Buy a warranty, and proceed to open and test each one in store, and have them switch it out right there and then. Make it a game, lets see who can get the highest dead pixel streak. If enough people do it, imagine the consequences.

Blued for Truf

[doubledown]

Hmmm, will we see a rash of OPEN BOX PSP's at stores ;) hahaha

Glad I don't play handheld games.

I'm sure a LOT of people will have to suffer with Dead Pixels or wait for the store to get another shipment in also. I'm sure they don't have a lot of extra stock.

[KingNES]

It's sad in a sense. Because people will tolerate dead pixels and other defects, sony will not move to want to make better products. Everytime something launches from them it is problem ridden. The fact that the Japanese systems had this problem along with the later released US systems is a slap in the face of all buyers. Many will go back and get another, many will tolerate it and be happy that they actually got one due to the supposed "shortages" of the systems. Meanwhile Sony will tally up all sales including returns and resales and hype these HUGE launch sale numbers for the system and act like nothing ever happened. At least Nintendo stepped up to the plate and handled business right away. Sony should have known better. I can't wait to see how Many PS3 systems get returned during that launch too.

[JSweeney]

Two questions perhaps someone could answer...

Is there gonna be a 1-2 month shortage like the DS? Or does anyone think I'll be able to get my hands on a PSP before the end of April. I say the end of April because I'll be going down to Anaheim and would like something to do in the airport, airplane, hotel, etc.

Also, is it even reasonable to think that these problems will be resolved by then?

Anyone wanna answer my questions? Can anyone answer my questions?

Probably not, because unless there is consumer outrage, Sony doesn't see it as a problem.

[CapAmerica]

With the expection of Warrior Within, GT4, Godfather, Advent Children, and Viewtiful Joe 2, that's one weakass lineup.

I'll stick with DS and their upcoming Metroid Prime, Viewtiful Joe, Castlevania, Mario Kart, Animal Crossing, Nintendogs, FF3, Harvest Moon, Zelda, Katamari Damacy, Sonic, and Kirby's Magic Paintbrush!

I don't get why people put Advent Children in the PSP lineup, that Movie is coming out on DVD too. And the DVD is going to have a lot more features then the UMD version, Plus you can watch the DVD on a nice Big screen TV.

Anyway I'm with you, I'm sticking with my DS untill the PSP gets a better much lineup. There is just nothing coming out on the PSP that I want to play that I can't play all ready on one of my other home consoles. Plus I just don't trust Sony to buy 1st or 2nd rev systems. (US is 2nd rev)

[magilacudy]

Now this will prob make this Robber (http://www.gamespot.com/news/2005/03/23/news_6120987.html) sad.

I was talking to a Gamestop manager the other day, and he was saying how this one guy was trying to preorder 20 PSPs. Obviously he's not going to play all of those himself, but I just imagine on all the fun he's going to have dealing with any pixel issues that come up...

Anyways, I figure by the time the next (read actually decent, non-EA) NBA game comes out for PSP, most the hardware issues will have been dealt with so that's when I'll buy one.

[Snake2715]

I went with a friend and got 2 units. Dead pixels on both! There is also dust under the screen. Needless to say we will exchange them. I expected more quality from a Sony product.

Is this a joke or are you new to gaming with sony products?

[Snake2715]

Sounds like its a very widespread issue. You might have to trade it in a whole bunch.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesnt Sony's Manual state that Dead Pixels are Normal?

Edit: HAHA, there will be a shortage created because each person will have to go through 2 or 3 to find one that doesnt have dead pixels!

Shortage?

No each return will still count as a sale and therefore the user base will be million immediately. Dont you understand its inflating their sell through numbers?

[little_krampy]

Wow, I'm very happy I didn't pick mine up yet. I had one preordered at Gamestop and FYE and I'm going to find out which one has the best warranty and taking that one. I was going to pick up a 2nd for whatever reason but I think I'll cancel the preorder and use the credit on something else. Still pumped to get mine though.

On a side note there seems to be zero buzz about the PSP. Here's a summary of my long drive to work this morning.

6:45 checked out the BB close to my home...no cars, not too surprising I guess.
7:30 drove past the BB by my work and there were about 3 people waiting. (pretty sad considering the following...)
7:35 went into the Walmart across the street and they had about 25 PSP's sitting there waiting for buyers, saw one guy walking out with one.

[Samurai X]

Who will get all the psp's with the dead pixels, i don't think sony will refurbish any of these since that will mean that they have to refurbish more than half of their total units, will they lower the price on these units ?, i say they will go the easy way and not allow any returns on dead pixels !

[Snake2715]

Who will get all the psp's with the dead pixels, i don't think sony will refurbish any of these since that will mean that they have to refurbish more than half of their total units, will they lower the price on these units ?, i say they will go the easy way and not allow any returns on dead pixels !

Most likely the retailers will eat the costs of any allowed returns.

And a big one will be Walmart since they are so lax on returns.

This is kind of funny that history is repeating itself and Sony has assumed Nintendos hard headed and arrogant position.

[Grave_Addiction]

Well crap. I was actually planning on going to the midnight release last night and decided I'd take a nap around 8:30 and get up around 11:30.

Well, 11:30 turned into 2:30 a.m.

So I get up and log onto CAG and see this thread. Now, I just don't know what to do.

I still want the PSP, but if there's this much problems with the units, I really don't want to bother with it.

On one end, I'm thinking about getting my money back and putting it towards my Wombat. On the other, I'm thinking about taking the money and buying a PSTwo and a preorder on God of War.

I have about three hours before I planned to go down to Gamestop and pick up the PSP, and now I'm really undecided as to what to do.

I think I'm gonna get my $320 back, buy a PSTwo and God of War, a few PS2 games and save the rest to put it towards my car.

I want to see what Sony plans to do about this problem. I'm not going to be one of those people who will run back and forth to Gamestop exchanging systems until I get one that works the way it was suppose to.

[Snake2715]

Well crap. I was actually planning on going to the midnight release last night and decided I'd take a nap around 8:30 and get up around 11:30.

Well, 11:30 turned into 2:30 a.m.

So I get up and log onto CAG and see this thread. Now, I just don't know what to do.

I still want the PSP, but if there's this much problems with the units, I really don't want to bother with it.

On one end, I'm thinking about getting my money back and putting it towards my Wombat. On the other, I'm thinking about taking the money and buying a PSTwo and a preorder on God of War.

I have about three hours before I planned to go down to Gamestop and pick up the PSP, and now I'm really undecided as to what to do.

I think I'm gonna get my $320 back, buy a PSTwo and God of War, a few PS2 games and save the rest to put it towards my car.

I want to see what Sony plans to do about this problem. I'm not going to be one of those people who will run back and forth to Gamestop exchanging systems until I get one that works the way it was suppose to.

Grave dont tell me your getting a new PS2 just for one game? Preowned?

[spoo]

GoW is great.

[Scorch]

Preorder? God of War is out now! ;)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v88/scorch/pspwned.jpg

[abreed]

Two f'n dead pixels, and GameStop says they can't return them right now. This will be the last time I ever buy a handheld.

[evilmax17]

The sudden switch from rabid-excitement/hype to buyers-remorse/bitterness is delicious.

[urzishra14]

Two questions perhaps someone could answer...

Is there gonna be a 1-2 month shortage like the DS? Or does anyone think I'll be able to get my hands on a PSP before the end of April. I say the end of April because I'll be going down to Anaheim and would like something to do in the airport, airplane, hotel, etc.

Also, is it even reasonable to think that these problems will be resolved by then?

Anyone wanna answer my questions? Can anyone answer my questions?

Probably not, because unless there is consumer outrage, Sony doesn't see it as a problem.

you know.. one thing you can do.. is bring your PSone for the airport/hotel because it only needs to plug in the wall and you already know its going to work.. thats my suggestion though.. that or just the GBA at least it works.. has decent battery life and you can get great games for it.

but if you really really want that PSP..i don't think there will be this "shortage"..i'm not plopping down 250 for the PSP right now.. hell no.. i gotta save for xbox 2

[organicow]

well, I'll add my name in to the hat as a very happy PSP owner! I picked mine up this morning, and there are no dead pixels, no dust, nothing...it's perfect! I've been rockin' Wipeout all morning, and it is awesome.

I hate to hear of all you fellas having problems; this is a sweet little device if you get one with no defects. Hopefully you guys can all get it straightened out!

PS. To anyone still sitting on the fence - GET THE SERVICE PLAN! It cost $25 for a year at EB, and even though my PSP is fine now, I'm glad I paid the extra $$ just in case...

[Samurai X]

The PSP will also have to solve some technical challenges, most notably concerns about battery life. Sony estimates that a fully charged PSP battery will be good for four to six hours of game playing.

But Sony Computer Entertainment president Ken Kutaragi acknowledged in a Japanese press interview last month that those estimates were for playing a simple puzzle or card game with the screen dimmed, speakers turned off, and wireless connectivity disabled. Turn on all the bells and whistles and load up a graphically complex racing game, and the battery will drain faster. Nintendo's market-leading Game Boy Advance SP, by contrast, runs for more than 10 hours between charges."

it can play solitaire for only 4 hours with no sound and a dimmed screen

this means a full 3d game with sound, bright screen, and wireless won't last long at all. that's unacceptable.

[Snake2715]

The sudden switch from rabid-excitement/hype to buyers-remorse/bitterness is delicious.

I was actually thinking about going through with my preorder but not now.

I cant wait to see the pissed off customers on ebay leaving negativ feedback due to the sellers selling dead pixeled machines.

And I garuntee that Sony counts all of the shipped PSP's as sales.

[screwkick]

I think the main question here is...how huge is this thread is going to be at the end of today? :wink:

[Samurai X]

I don't understand this video is he twisting the psp and the game pops right out , http://www.yuko2ch.net/psp/psp_vs_nds.avi

[evilmax17]

I don't understand this video is he twisting the psp and the game pops right out , http://www.yuko2ch.net/psp/psp_vs_nds.avi

I forgot about this. Anybody with a DP PSP try this yet? If you're going to return it anyway, might as well try the ninja star.

[gaelan]

i'm going to BB today to check it out...

i can't believe people are thinking about getting one in spite of this widespread problem. if i paid $250 for anything, it better come out of the box shiny and new and in 100% working order. i don't care if just half the pixel is dead, its going back if its not what i expected. it just sucks that each return is a positive on Sony's books.

how can stores refuse returns on defective products out of the box (referring to the GR post above)?

[javeryh]

I think I'm going to hold off for now after hearing all of these problems. I was on the fence but leaning towards waiting... now I definitely will even though I play my GBASP fr at least 2 hours every day on the commute to and from work. I thought the PSP would be perfect for me but like someone above said, if I pay $250 for something it better freaking work like it is supposed to.

[willardhaven]

People need to realize that Sony won't change their horrible policies/quality control until buyers stop flocking to purchase consoles with known defects.

You know the PSP is poorly manufactured, why do you spend $250 on it?

[Grave_Addiction]

According to an email allegedly sent out by the online retailer, Video Games Plus, Sony will not replace dead pixels in the PSP’s LCD screen. The malfunction is not under warranty.

The following email was reproduced in this forum:

“To all customers that have preordered a PSP unit,

There have been significant issues regarding the PSP unit and software which have arisen in the past 24hrs that we must update you on. We have already started to receive inventory and begun processing and getting orders ready to ship. The issues are as follow.

DEAD PIXEL WARRANTY AND TESTING…

We have just been infomned by Sony that they will not be warranting any dead pixel units. They are only warranting hardware defects ie broken buttons, malfuction with drive and so on. Dead Pixels are not considered a defect by Sony of America and will not be warrantied. With this new developement, Video games Plus will no longer be testing PSP units for dead pixels before shipping.

...Videogamesplus.ca sincerely apologizes for any inconveince this has caused any of our customers. Unfortunately with the late Sony announcements and decisions we have been left in a position to do our best to serve you under these unforseen circumstances. As always we appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you in the outmost professional and courteous way.

Sincerely,
Steve Fiocco
President
www.videogamesplus.ca”

[Scorch]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

[Esperado]

Got mines, Nothing wrong with it. No dead pixels or anything.

[WhipSmartBanky]

Maybe within a few weeks, given the uproar in the community and the media, Sony will probably have no choice but to reverse their decision to not give a damn about dead pixels.

Not likely...it's been out in Japan for how long, and these problems are still prevalent? Sony's just sent a big fuck you to the gaming community, and told them they're going to take it and pay for it and like it.

[MaxBiaggi3]

I was going to wait for at least the initial price drop in a year or two anyway, but now that a number of people are experiencing problems, I have high hopes that the system may drop even sooner. Love live the fanboys who purchase new hardware at launch! :D

[shipwreck]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Surprise, surprise, my unit has no dead pixels. Hey, and my friend's doesn't either. I think this is a bigger scare than what it really is. Heck, half the posts in this topic are from people that have already expressed their dislike for the PSP before it even was out. I remember the same pixel scare happening with the DS when it launched.

And this system is amazing. It's unbelievable that handheld gaming has come this far.

[chwang0129]

nope! no dead pixels here either!
I've checked with several dead pixel images and comfirmed that no dead pixels on my unit!

[jawdropforum]

somehow I am just really lucky and get no dead pixel at all.. but my real problem is.. where is my 512MB MS DUO!!! I need one...

[jchasse]

My only problem is that I am at work and my PSP is charging not 2 feet away from me. Mocking me......must resist the power of the dark side.

[rodeojones903]

I bought 2 systems, and neither have dead pixels.

[RisingZan]

Picked mine up at midnight.

Pristine. No dead pixels or dust. I was not prepared for the screen quality! :shock: I loaded up some Clone Wars Season 1 and drooled 'till 3am.

I like my DS too, but Sony has gone a long way to make it look like "Playskool: My first portable".

[doomgaze_86]

None for me... Works perfectly too. Watched Robot Chicken 1-5 from my memory stick..

[mykevermin]

I would love to find out the actual percentage of units with dead pixels.

I'm reluctant to believe some people who claim to have perfect systems, only b/c dead pixels can be difficult to see; I played Metal Gear Acid for 5 days before I noticed any on mine.

myke.
...I haven't opened up my US console yet...I'm gonna go cross my fingers.

[the3rdkey]

Hurray I have one!

[evilmax17]

Hurray I have one!

One PSP? One DP?

[twanky]

With all the dead pixels and all, i'm reluctant to get one anymore. Then again, like everyone said, it's Sony.

[gaelan]

Picked mine up at midnight.

Pristine. No dead pixels or dust. I was not prepared for the screen quality! :shock: I loaded up some Clone Wars Season 1 and drooled 'till 3am.



did you have to recharge the batteries in those 3 hours?

[ryanbph]

I have 2, and no dead pixels on either...I think it has been overstated on numerous message boards..yes sony doesn't have good production on first run systems..but all lcd screens have dead pixel problems..for someone to think that becase they spend $250 on a sony product, that it wouldn't possibly have that problem is just uninformed

[chickenhawk]

I would love to find out the actual percentage of units with dead pixels.

I'm reluctant to believe some people who claim to have perfect systems, only b/c dead pixels can be difficult to see; I played Metal Gear Acid for 5 days before I noticed any on mine.

myke.
...I haven't opened up my US console yet...I'm gonna go cross my fingers.

I don't understand why you would not believe those that say their systems are perfect. It's not unreasonable to assume that not ALL the PSPs have at least one dead pixel. Maybe the problem is overstated, maybe it's not, but I can't believe every system is defective.

[notoriousxbox]

As others have said I was very hesitant about opening up my machine hearing all these people talk about the dead pixels they have. Figured oh well it just means gassing up the car and heading back out if I did have any.

Not one dead pixel on the screen, and omfg what a pretty screen this baby has. Simply amazing imho.

The box was alot smaller that I thought it would be. The system itself is just toooo damn pretty. Even the wife was looking at it like wow. Watched some of the Spidey movie and I'm sold on this system hook line and sinker.

Just waiting for the battery to charge uo before I start some games. Dam this memory stick deal is killing me. Both of my orders ( a 512mb and a 1gb stick) have been delayed till early april. Might have to go to Circuit Cuty and get the 256mb for $44.99 and send in the $10 MIR.

[Grave_Addiction]

I just called my Gamestop and the manager (Who's a really cool guy. He set up a really neat Halo 2 tournament right before the midnight launch) told me I could open it up in store and exchange it for another one.

At first he said he could do it even though he didn't have any units in stock, if I knew what he meant.

I'm guessing he's gonna let me have someone else's preordered PSP or something.

[Trakan]

I have 2, and no dead pixels on either...I think it has been overstated on numerous message boards..yes sony doesn't have good production on first run systems..but all lcd screens have dead pixel problems..for someone to think that becase they spend $250 on a sony product, that it wouldn't possibly have that problem is just uninformed

There's always a possibility, but to find out they will do absolutely nothing about it is another thing.

[pistonfan]

I picked mine up at midnight from Gamerush (thanks to some credit) and after looking at the mostly green home screen, I can say that my PSP has zero dead pixels. One funny thing did happen though. One of the employees dropped a boxed PSP from the counter, told the guy waiting that he'll grab another, and put the dropped one back into the pile for people picking up in the afternoon. Good luck to whoever got that one.

[gaelan]

i don't believe anyone said every unit has dead pixels. do pixels die in the future? i don't know much about dead pixels other than they are not good. i think what would piss me off is that sony is basically saying tough titties if your unit has dead pixels. its not part of the warranty, and we aren't fixing it...btw be sure to buy more memory and umd movies.

on a side note, i ran up to the BB and CC which are side by side. They both had a people in the return line with psp boxes. I asked them why they were returning. They said dead pixels, but we are hoping to exchange. When I went to check out the units, it looked like several boxes had been opened to test them out.

[gokou36]

It seems to me most of the post in this topic are from people who don't own a PSP, or they simply hate sony and trying to tell people not to buy it. Seriously, stop making a big deal out of this.

I got mine and it had no dead pixels. I'd say 20% of the people in this post who actually owns a psp has maybe 1-2 dead pixels. 1-2 dead pixels shouldn't kill you, since people are saying that its not noticeable during gameplay. If it really bothers you, go get it exchanged. I'm quite positive that any place will do it, just look on your receipt.

[help1]

dont dead pixels only show up when the screen is black?

[RisingZan]

Picked mine up at midnight.

Pristine. No dead pixels or dust. I was not prepared for the screen quality! :shock: I loaded up some Clone Wars Season 1 and drooled 'till 3am.



did you have to recharge the batteries in those 3 hours?

No, I had it plugged into the AC adapter. :D

[maxflight]

dont dead pixels only show up when the screen is black?

it depends on the color of the dead pixel

by the way, I wonder if the US batch has any of the disc eject problem?

[mykevermin]

I would love to find out the actual percentage of units with dead pixels.

I'm reluctant to believe some people who claim to have perfect systems, only b/c dead pixels can be difficult to see; I played Metal Gear Acid for 5 days before I noticed any on mine.

myke.
...I haven't opened up my US console yet...I'm gonna go cross my fingers.

I don't understand why you would not believe those that say their systems are perfect. It's not unreasonable to assume that not ALL the PSPs have at least one dead pixel. Maybe the problem is overstated, maybe it's not, but I can't believe every system is defective.

Of course it's not unreasonable. Nor is it unreasonable to think that not all people who have a brand new console for several hours and claim it to be perfect are entirely accurate. If, as many people have said thus far, DP are not noticable during gameplay, then there is a considerable likelihood that some people have not yet discovered their DP; what proportion? I don't know. Some? Undoubtedly.

Some people here have become rather snarky and said "Oh, hey you DP-having crybabies, shut up and exchange it already!" To you, I say that the ambiguity of Sony's willingness to repair/replace the PSP on the basis of having dead pixels is more of a problem than the dead pixels themselves. Sony Japan was not accepting returns/repairs for dead pixels, and the jury is still out in the states (though you are most likely safe if you bought an ESA through your retailer). Our problem is not that there are DP, but that Sony's attitude was (1) to release a console with a high rate of defective screens and (2) tell the consumer to go fuck themselves if they did not like it. I'm not so certain why those of you are quick to defend Sony. Is the PSP fantastic? Yes, in many ways. Is it (and by virtue, Sony) flawless? Your mother.

myke.

[Samurai X]

Im sorry because i know that everyone who got one is hoping to return it , but sony knew about this, everything is tested for bugs and issues from games to hardware everything is absolutely tested before release, they still released it knowing the issues,they will do nothing about it as i have already read about it in other places.

[norkusa]

Well I just exchanged my dead-pixeld PSP for a new one at Gamerush. They said that they'll take returns until management says stop.

The one I exchanged it with didn't have any dead pixels. I tested it in the store to make sure. The bad news is that there is a huge chunk of dust under the screen! Oh well. I can live with dust since it's not as noticeable as a dead pixel.

[screwkick]

According to an email allegedly sent out by the online retailer, Video Games Plus, Sony will not replace dead pixels in the PSP’s LCD screen. The malfunction is not under warranty.

The following email was reproduced in this forum:

“To all customers that have preordered a PSP unit,

There have been significant issues regarding the PSP unit and software which have arisen in the past 24hrs that we must update you on. We have already started to receive inventory and begun processing and getting orders ready to ship. The issues are as follow.

DEAD PIXEL WARRANTY AND TESTING…



We have just been infomned by Sony that they will not be warranting any dead pixel units. They are only warranting hardware defects ie broken buttons, malfuction with drive and so on. Dead Pixels are not considered a defect by Sony of America and will not be warrantied. With this new developement, Video games Plus will no longer be testing PSP units for dead pixels before shipping.

...Videogamesplus.ca sincerely apologizes for any inconveince this has caused any of our customers. Unfortunately with the late Sony announcements and decisions we have been left in a position to do our best to serve you under these unforseen circumstances. As always we appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you in the outmost professional and courteous way.

Sincerely,
Steve Fiocco
President
www.videogamesplus.ca”

Nice of Sony to say F-U to the customer, and that once they have your $250, they don't give a shit about you.

Screw Sony.

[Kayden]

Thats something that would really keep me from buying the PSP... but there really isnt anything else I want to get at my FYE...

[organicow]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

[Chris in Cali]

Funny, both mine and my girlfriend's PSP which we just got an hour ago are totally fine. No dead pixels, no dust. Maybe the problem isn't as big as some people would like you to believe? From what I see the system is incredible, way better than my already high expectation thought it would be.

[organicow]

*Topic Merged*

OK. With all the fanboy BS flying around in the other threads, I'm curious to see a real breakdown here.

[anubis20]

:D NO DEAD PIXELS ON MINE!!!! I was crossing my fingers when i was opening it. I would've drive 45 minutes back to where i got it form if i would have had a dead pixel :D

[omegaweapon7]

i have one little dust and no dead pix. doesnt bother, since I plan to exchange this for a new one by chrismas anyway.

yay for warranty plans!

[Kaijufan]

According to an email allegedly sent out by the online retailer, Video Games Plus, Sony will not replace dead pixels in the PSP’s LCD screen. The malfunction is not under warranty.

The following email was reproduced in this forum:

“To all customers that have preordered a PSP unit,

There have been significant issues regarding the PSP unit and software which have arisen in the past 24hrs that we must update you on. We have already started to receive inventory and begun processing and getting orders ready to ship. The issues are as follow.

DEAD PIXEL WARRANTY AND TESTING…



We have just been infomned by Sony that they will not be warranting any dead pixel units. They are only warranting hardware defects ie broken buttons, malfuction with drive and so on. Dead Pixels are not considered a defect by Sony of America and will not be warrantied. With this new developement, Video games Plus will no longer be testing PSP units for dead pixels before shipping.

...Videogamesplus.ca sincerely apologizes for any inconveince this has caused any of our customers. Unfortunately with the late Sony announcements and decisions we have been left in a position to do our best to serve you under these unforseen circumstances. As always we appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you in the outmost professional and courteous way.

Sincerely,
Steve Fiocco
President
www.videogamesplus.ca”

Nice of Sony to say F-U to the customer, and that once they have your $250, they don't give a shit about you.

Screw Sony.
I agree. Its pretty low of Sony not to do anything about dead pixels.

[gaelan]

Maybe the problem isn't as big as some people would like you to believe?

Are you suggesting that someone on an internet message board might be untruthful in attempt to spread rumors about a video game system? *gasp*

btw...i opened my psp and it had 83 dead pixels and a card that said pspwned

[upsslave]

no dead pixels on mine it works fine

[Ragingbull2380]

I got none

[Zoglog]

no dead pixels on mine either, I checked to make sure before I left the store heh

[gaelan]

this should be accurate :roll:

[chickenhawk]

I would love to find out the actual percentage of units with dead pixels.

I'm reluctant to believe some people who claim to have perfect systems, only b/c dead pixels can be difficult to see; I played Metal Gear Acid for 5 days before I noticed any on mine.

myke.
...I haven't opened up my US console yet...I'm gonna go cross my fingers.

I don't understand why you would not believe those that say their systems are perfect. It's not unreasonable to assume that not ALL the PSPs have at least one dead pixel. Maybe the problem is overstated, maybe it's not, but I can't believe every system is defective.

Of course it's not unreasonable. Nor is it unreasonable to think that not all people who have a brand new console for several hours and claim it to be perfect are entirely accurate. If, as many people have said thus far, DP are not noticable during gameplay, then there is a considerable likelihood that some people have not yet discovered their DP; what proportion? I don't know. Some? Undoubtedly.

Some people here have become rather snarky and said "Oh, hey you DP-having crybabies, shut up and exchange it already!" To you, I say that the ambiguity of Sony's willingness to repair/replace the PSP on the basis of having dead pixels is more of a problem than the dead pixels themselves. Sony Japan was not accepting returns/repairs for dead pixels, and the jury is still out in the states (though you are most likely safe if you bought an ESA through your retailer). Our problem is not that there are DP, but that Sony's attitude was (1) to release a console with a high rate of defective screens and (2) tell the consumer to go shaq-fu themselves if they did not like it. I'm not so certain why those of you are quick to defend Sony. Is the PSP fantastic? Yes, in many ways. Is it (and by virtue, Sony) flawless? Your mother.

myke.

First of all, I didn't realize that we were in 3rd grade. Second of all, I am not defending Sony, but it seems there are people on this site that are quick to jump on Sony and the second someone says there system is fine there must be some consipiracy or they just don't know what they are talking about. or that they are some Sony fanboy.

I agree with you 100% that the problem is not really the DPs but rather the fact that Sony would release the systems if they are indeed defective. It seems though that people are more likely to come here and report a problem than to report that everything is a-ok, thus making the problem appear to be more widespread than it is. I don't think either of us has the 100% correct answer to just how big this problem is, but you seem to have already made up your mind.

I happen to agree with the notion that buying launch hardware is risky and that coupled with the price of the system and games made the decision to wait to get one easy for me.

[notoriousxbox]

this should be accurate :roll:


lol

None, Zero , Zilch on my PSP

[Storamin]

dont dead pixels only show up when the screen is black?
Some dead pixels will not show up when the screen black, only when suppose to be colored in. Some will show when the screen is black. Read up about it, it's been a huge problem ever since LCD screens were introduced to the market.
Dead pixels really are a pain in the ass, but if you've bought a laptop or LCD monitor, you'd know how common they are. Most companies won't replace an LCD monitor unless it has 9 dead pixels. Imagine dropping 500$ and having 8 dead pixels, you're SOL. I know that was one reason I bought an Alienware laptop, they had a very good dead pixel replacement policy. (1 in the Center, or 3 on the outside)
The fact that the PSP has NO replacement on ANY amount of dead pixels is disgusting. It doesn't help that it is such a small screen, either. Not that I thought of buying one before, but now I definitely won't!

[Kayden]

I would love to find out the actual percentage of units with dead pixels.

I'm reluctant to believe some people who claim to have perfect systems, only b/c dead pixels can be difficult to see; I played Metal Gear Acid for 5 days before I noticed any on mine.

myke.
...I haven't opened up my US console yet...I'm gonna go cross my fingers.

I don't understand why you would not believe those that say their systems are perfect. It's not unreasonable to assume that not ALL the PSPs have at least one dead pixel. Maybe the problem is overstated, maybe it's not, but I can't believe every system is defective.

Of course it's not unreasonable. Nor is it unreasonable to think that not all people who have a brand new console for several hours and claim it to be perfect are entirely accurate. If, as many people have said thus far, DP are not noticable during gameplay, then there is a considerable likelihood that some people have not yet discovered their DP; what proportion? I don't know. Some? Undoubtedly.

Some people here have become rather snarky and said "Oh, hey you DP-having crybabies, shut up and exchange it already!" To you, I say that the ambiguity of Sony's willingness to repair/replace the PSP on the basis of having dead pixels is more of a problem than the dead pixels themselves. Sony Japan was not accepting returns/repairs for dead pixels, and the jury is still out in the states (though you are most likely safe if you bought an ESA through your retailer). Our problem is not that there are DP, but that Sony's attitude was (1) to release a console with a high rate of defective screens and (2) tell the consumer to go shaq-fu themselves if they did not like it. I'm not so certain why those of you are quick to defend Sony. Is the PSP fantastic? Yes, in many ways. Is it (and by virtue, Sony) flawless? Your mother.

myke.

First of all, I didn't realize that we were in 3rd grade. Second of all, I am not defending Sony, but it seems there are people on this site that are quick to jump on Sony and the second someone says there system is fine there must be some consipiracy or they just don't know what they are talking about. or that they are some Sony fanboy.

I agree with you 100% that the problem is not really the DPs but rather the fact that Sony would release the systems if they are indeed defective. It seems though that people are more likely to come here and report a problem than to report that everything is a-ok, thus making the problem appear to be more widespread than it is. I don't think either of us has the 100% correct answer to just how big this problem is, but you seem to have already made up your mind.

I happen to agree with the notion that buying launch hardware is risky and that coupled with the price of the system and games made the decision to wait to get one easy for me.

Haven't you read the manual for the PSP? Dead pixels aren't a defect. Ergo, Sony should have no qualms releasing PSPs with dead pixels.

[organicow]

this should be accurate :roll:

:oops: Sorry. I know I should have set up a more scientific methodology for this very important study. :roll:

It is just to satisfy my curiosity, and to lend numerical evidence to back up the arguments going on. Sure, it may not be accurate, and will likely be spammed by idiots/fanboys who don't even own a PSP. But, it might just be amusing anyway!

[fieldkillah]

Not a single one, thank god.

[Rig]

Um...you really should have put a "I didn't get a PSP" option, becuase you should know that everyone is going to come in here and vote, whether or not they ever purchased the system...

[organicow]

Um...you really should have put a "I didn't get a PSP" option, becuase you should know that everyone is going to come in here and vote, whether or not they ever purchased the system...

...and they would still vote "dead pixel" even if they had the "didn't get a PSP" option. This poll is supposed to be for PSP owners only, but obviously there's no stoping fanboys from cocking it up regardless of the options I did/didn't include.

[shipwreck]

No dead pixels here.

[Mookyjooky]

I've got 9-12 Dead Pixels.

The funny thing is, you dont even notice it when a game is on. I mean, this isnt a Gameboy...the resolution is much higher and the pixels are much smaller.

I'm taking my back to Gamestop cause I bought a PRP on the PSP and it has 9-12 dead pixels.

But if you have 1-2 dead pixels and you're still bitching....damn, you need a hug.

[Rig]

I wouldn't plan on picking one up on ebay. How pissed would you be to receive one with dead pixels, and no way of returning the damn thing?!

Sorry to hear some of you are having these problems. Hope everyone (eventually) gets a system without DP's.

[Pancake Rabbit]

I have a dust spec on mine. I might take it back I'm not sure though.

[masha]

Charging....

[organicow]

Charging....

Yeah, the suspense was killing me, so i fired it up while it was charging, just so i could check the pixels and try out Wipeout. I have no self control... :P

[Scorch]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

[Rig]

Um...you really should have put a "I didn't get a PSP" option, becuase you should know that everyone is going to come in here and vote, whether or not they ever purchased the system...

...and they would still vote "dead pixel" even if they had the "didn't get a PSP" option. This poll is supposed to be for PSP owners only, but obviously there's no stoping fanboys from cocking it up regardless of the options I did/didn't include.

Yeah, I know. But, I don't have a PSP and I haven't voted. I would've voted for the "don't have one" option, although again, as you said, many others wouldn't... :?

[Cornfedwb]

Um...you really should have put a "I didn't get a PSP" option, becuase you should know that everyone is going to come in here and vote, whether or not they ever purchased the system...

...and they would still vote "dead pixel" even if they had the "didn't get a PSP" option. This poll is supposed to be for PSP owners only, but obviously there's no stoping fanboys from cocking it up regardless of the options I did/didn't include.

So basically if the majority says their are no dead pixels, then the PSP is great... if the majority says it has dead pixels, you'll refer back to your statement and assume it was fanboys and the voting is flawed... :roll:

[javeryh]

But if you have 1-2 dead pixels and you're still bitching....damn, you need a hug.

I don't think that it should have any dead pixels... for $250 it should work perfectly out of the box. I could always use a hug though...

[JebusMcLucifer]

I have 0 dead pixels.

[gaelan]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

it wasn't fanboyish, but is was pretty ass-ish. gloating over the misfortunes of others isn't exactly being nice.

[Esperado]

Ha, 0 dead pixels.

[delahappy]

couldn't be happier with my psp

edit: my usb cable isn't working :( hope its just the cable

[empyrium]

I had 8 dead pixels but gamestop gladly exchanged it so now i have 0!

[Chris in Cali]

Two PSP's in my house, and no dead pixels on either, thank God.

[gaelan]

Two PSP's in my house, and no dead pixels on either, thank God.

you should be allowed to vote twice...for accuracy's sake.

[Samurai X]

I just think that things should work properly , so if it has dead pixels that Xpensive piece of shit is not worth it !

[masha]

Two PSP's in my house, and no dead pixels on either, thank God.

you should be allowed to vote twice...for accuracy's sake.

Three times will be more accurate. Him, girlfriend and...the one and only...GoD :hot:


...still charging..Damn it. :twisted:

[peloquin17]

no dead pixels here

[The Successful Dropout]

i have 1 live pixel :cry:

[gokou36]

No dead pixels here either.

[ajh2298]

I have more than one and also have a bigger than a dead pixel mark in the upper right, called EB and told the guy about it and he told me to bring it back in less than 14 days to exchange.

[GenDV138]

Waiting for my PSP to charge before I vote.

[Maynard]

dead pixels are common, but you guys probably wouldn't understand that. Give them time to resolve, my sony rep says they will have something in place for it

[Grave_Addiction]

Well, I ended up getting my PSP. I opened it up in store to make sure there were no dead pixels. There was some dust, so I used the wipe to clean it off.

I get back home to show my wife and guess what?

THE MOTHERFUCKIN WIPE SCRATCHED THE SHIT OUTTA MY SCREEN!

I guess there was some debris on there that fuckin dug the shit outta my screen. Now I have three big ass circular scratches in the middle of my screen.

I didn't wipe hard or anything. Just real easy like.

I don't give a shit, I'm taking it back and getting another one.

[punqsux]

if you seriously thought this problem was going to be resolved for the us release, ive got a bridge i can sell you...

[parking lot pimp]

I just returned my PSP with a dead pixel and now I got another one with dust underneath the screen. Luckily there are no dead pixels. Should I stick with this one, or return it for another?

[chrishicks]

can someone please tell me what the best screen on the unit would be to test for dead pixels? my wife picked me up one on her lunch and she won't be home for another 5hrs. and I would like her to check it out before she gets all the way home(she works about an hour away so this would mean we would have to wait until tomorrow to return it instead of her going right after work since the store is only a minute away from her)

[mykevermin]

*sigh* two dead pixels, and I called the EB I bought it from; the clerk claimed that they only rec'd enough units for preorders, so I couldn't return it right away.

What's a guy to do?

myke.

[Scorch]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

it wasn't fanboyish, but is was pretty ass-ish. gloating over the misfortunes of others isn't exactly being nice.

Yeah, it was.. I apologize. I just got sick of hearing how great the PSP would be from fanboys.. now everyone's having problems. It's kinda funny in that sense, but if I had bought one, i'd be pissed just like everyone else. So I apologize for my comment, but that is one hell of a shaft.

[shipwreck]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

it wasn't fanboyish, but is was pretty ass-ish. gloating over the misfortunes of others isn't exactly being nice.

Yeah, it was.. I apologize. I just got sick of hearing how great the PSP would be from fanboys.. now everyone's having problems. It's kinda funny in that sense, but if I had bought one, i'd be pissed just like everyone else. So I apologize for my comment, but that is one hell of a shaft.

"Everyone's" not having problems. The majority of people have reported that they didn't have dead pixels or any other problems.

[gokou36]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

If you're not a fanboy, why do you repeatedly go into PSP threads trying to diss it? You don't own a PSP, why do you even comment on it? If you hate the PSP that bad, go make your own *I hate psp* thread and stop crapping in every other PSP threads.


Grave_Addiction, what did you use to wipe the screen wiith?

[organicow]

Um...you really should have put a "I didn't get a PSP" option, becuase you should know that everyone is going to come in here and vote, whether or not they ever purchased the system...

...and they would still vote "dead pixel" even if they had the "didn't get a PSP" option. This poll is supposed to be for PSP owners only, but obviously there's no stoping fanboys from cocking it up regardless of the options I did/didn't include.

So basically if the majority says their are no dead pixels, then the PSP is great... if the majority says it has dead pixels, you'll refer back to your statement and assume it was fanboys and the voting is flawed... :roll:

I'm sorry, but it seems you're taking this a bit too seriously. I think the PSP is great for me, because I have no dead pixels. No poll results will change that. However, I think Sony needs to get its head out of its ass and rectify this problem, even if it turns out to not be as widespread as we originally thought it was. That said, I would be really pissed if I was stuck with dead pixels.

As for you suggesting that I will "refer back" to that statement about inaccuracy later on if the results show a majority of PSPs here with dead pixels, that's just retarded. I am not that childish, and like I said - I have no argument here. I own a DS and a PSP and am really sick of all the Fanboy BS slamming one or the other, so I figured I'd at least legitimize the arguments (on BOTH sides) by gathering some raw numbers.

And honestly, I don't give two stinky shits "who wins" this poll...to me it is not a contest the results of which I will want to refute later.

Oh, and I can't forget: :roll: @Cornfedwb.

[Grave_Addiction]

I just returned my PSP with a dead pixel and now I got another one with dust underneath the screen. Luckily there are no dead pixels. Should I stick with this one, or return it for another?

Dust is gonna get underneath the screen no matter what. It's one of those weird anomalies in life. No one knows how it gets there, it just does. Dust underneath a screen is not a defect. A dead pixel is.

I suggest you keep it.

[Grave_Addiction]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

If you're not a fanboy, why do you repeatedly go into PSP threads trying to diss it? You don't own a PSP, why do you even comment on it? If you hate the PSP that bad, go make your own *I hate psp* thread and stop crapping in every other PSP threads.


Grave_Addiction, what did you use to wipe the screen wiith?

I used the fuggin' wipe that came with my PSP.

[Mookyjooky]

Well, I ended up getting my PSP. I opened it up in store to make sure there were no dead pixels. There was some dust, so I used the wipe to clean it off.

I get back home to show my wife and guess what?

THE MOTHERFUCKIN WIPE SCRATCHED THE SHIT OUTTA MY SCREEN!

I guess there was some debris on there that shaq-fuin dug the shit outta my screen. Now I have three big ass circular scratches in the middle of my screen.

I didn't wipe hard or anything. Just real easy like.

I don't give a shit, I'm taking it back and getting another one.

What an ass, you fucked it up and now you're taking it back. No wonder Sony's return policy is such a pain in the ass.

[evilmax17]

On the majority of screens being ok:

Yeah, that's fine. If 51% of the screens are A-ok, and 49% of screens have a DP, the majority are still fine.

That's still not acceptable at all. There have been a surprising amount of reports of people getting broken PSPs. Are the majority broken? No. Does that matter? No.

[Grave_Addiction]

Well, my first PSP didn't have any dead pixels, but it got scratched using Sony's wipe. So I sent the wife to get me another one. Hopefully, this one won't have a dead pixel.

[gaelan]

Well, I ended up getting my PSP. I opened it up in store to make sure there were no dead pixels. There was some dust, so I used the wipe to clean it off.

I get back home to show my wife and guess what?

THE MOTHERFUCKIN WIPE SCRATCHED THE SHIT OUTTA MY SCREEN!

I guess there was some debris on there that shaq-fuin dug the shit outta my screen. Now I have three big ass circular scratches in the middle of my screen.

I didn't wipe hard or anything. Just real easy like.

I don't give a shit, I'm taking it back and getting another one.

What an ass, you shaq-fued it up and now you're taking it back. No wonder Sony's return policy is such a pain in the ass.

i'm sure he's gonna tell them that he scratched the screen up with an abrasive rag...well maybe not

[Grave_Addiction]

Well, I ended up getting my PSP. I opened it up in store to make sure there were no dead pixels. There was some dust, so I used the wipe to clean it off.

I get back home to show my wife and guess what?

THE MOTHERFUCKIN WIPE SCRATCHED THE SHIT OUTTA MY SCREEN!

I guess there was some debris on there that shaq-fuin dug the shit outta my screen. Now I have three big ass circular scratches in the middle of my screen.

I didn't wipe hard or anything. Just real easy like.

I don't give a shit, I'm taking it back and getting another one.

What an ass, you shaq-fued it up and now you're taking it back. No wonder Sony's return policy is such a pain in the ass.

Fuck you! I used Sony's official damn wipe. It's not like I took a damn toothbrush or sandpaper to clean the God damn thing.

If you bought a new car that came with something to shine and wash your car from the manufacturer, and you used it and it scratched the shit outta your car, what would you do? Would you not take it back to the dealer? Or would be content to keep it and not use the cleaner again?

Look, Sony gave me the wipe to clean my PSP. If the damn thing scratches it, why is that my fault?

[organicow]

Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..

Fanboy?

I was considering purchasing the PSP until issues came up. How dare you call me a fanboy. Between my brother and I, we own all three consoles, four GBA's, and soon a DS and PSP. Do your research before trying to call someone a fanboy, asshole.

Say what you want, my statement was not fanboy-ish. That's one of the biggest F-U's to the consumer Sony's ever done.

it wasn't fanboyish, but is was pretty ass-ish. gloating over the misfortunes of others isn't exactly being nice.

Yeah, it was.. I apologize. I just got sick of hearing how great the PSP would be from fanboys.. now everyone's having problems. It's kinda funny in that sense, but if I had bought one, i'd be pissed just like everyone else. So I apologize for my comment, but that is one hell of a shaft.

Hey man, I'll be the first to admit that Sony needs to get it together on this one. That said, you asking "To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad?" does sound a bit shitty. You keep saying things like "everyone" is having problems, when that is simply not true. There are many of us who are enjoying perfect PSPs, and most of us feel genuine sympathy (not a desire to ridicule) for those who got DPs. Also, while there are a worrisome number of CAGs having problems, it is very likely that there are tons of CAGs with perfect systems who are too busy playing them to be on this board right now. Hell, I only put the thing down because I had to come to class!

As for me not "doing my research" on which particular consoles you and your brother own - I'm sorry, but I couldn't care less what you do/don't own when you make an ass comment like the one you made. It was the principle, especially since you aren't really known for your *ahem* nice comments toward the PSP...

And yes, Sony did give some people one hell of a shaft.

[Kayden]

On the majority of screens being ok:

Yeah, that's fine. If 51% of the screens are A-ok, and 49% of screens have a DP, the majority are still fine.

That's still not acceptable at all. There have been a surprising amount of reports of people getting broken PSPs. Are the majority broken? No. Does that matter? No.
One person gets killed, thats 0.00000000014285% of the world's population. Thats a very, very insignificant percentage.... but don't people still get bothered by it?

[gokou36]

Well, I ended up getting my PSP. I opened it up in store to make sure there were no dead pixels. There was some dust, so I used the wipe to clean it off.

I get back home to show my wife and guess what?

THE MOTHERFUCKIN WIPE SCRATCHED THE SHIT OUTTA MY SCREEN!

I guess there was some debris on there that shaq-fuin dug the shit outta my screen. Now I have three big ass circular scratches in the middle of my screen.

I didn't wipe hard or anything. Just real easy like.

I don't give a shit, I'm taking it back and getting another one.

I used the wipe too and it was fine. I think the problem with yours is, you used it when there was dust on it which probably smeared it. I think you should've blown the dust off instead of wiping it.

[Scarface7]

If the damn thing scratches it, why is that my fault?

It's not.

I'm considering myself lucky with no dead pixels and no problems with the buttons; however, I do have one small concern. The disc cover that opens up doesn't close completely on the left side. By that I don't mean anything too noticeable but enough to where I notice it. Then again I'm anal about my stuff so it might be something only I would see. Does anyone else's psp have this "problem"?

[evilmax17]

On the majority of screens being ok:

Yeah, that's fine. If 51% of the screens are A-ok, and 49% of screens have a DP, the majority are still fine.

That's still not acceptable at all. There have been a surprising amount of reports of people getting broken PSPs. Are the majority broken? No. Does that matter? No.
One person gets killed, thats 0.00000000014285% of the world's population. Thats a very, very insignificant percentage.... but don't people still get bothered by it?

That's the point. Maybe I worded it poorly. People are saying that "the majority of screens are fine, so what's the big deal?" Well we've already gotten reports into the double digits of people who got PSPs with DPs. This is very troubling, regardless of what the percentages are.

It doesn't matter if the majority of screens are fine. There are enough reports of faulty screens to make it unacceptable. Let's assume that 20% of PSPs have DPs. That's only 20% compared to 80%, but at the same time, GOD DAMN that's 20%!

[Grave_Addiction]

If the damn thing scratches it, why is that my fault?

It's not.

I'm considering myself lucky with no dead pixels and no problems with the buttons; however, I do have one small concern. The disc cover that opens up doesn't close completely on the left side. By that I don't mean anything too noticeable but enough to where I notice it. Then again I'm anal about my stuff so it might be something only I would see. Does anyone else's psp have this "problem"?

I'm just like you. I want my system to be perfect, and if I notice something wrong with it, it will bother me to no end.

I didn't notce anything like that with my disc cover, but I thought it seemed really fragile. It just doesn't seem very sturdy at all.

[shipwreck]

On the majority of screens being ok:

Yeah, that's fine. If 51% of the screens are A-ok, and 49% of screens have a DP, the majority are still fine.

That's still not acceptable at all. There have been a surprising amount of reports of people getting broken PSPs. Are the majority broken? No. Does that matter? No.
One person gets killed, thats 0.00000000014285% of the world's population. Thats a very, very insignificant percentage.... but don't people still get bothered by it?

That's the point. Maybe I worded it poorly. People are saying that "the majority of screens are fine, so what's the big deal?" Well we've already gotten reports into the double digits of people who got PSPs with DPs. This is very troubling, regardless of what the percentages are.

It doesn't matter if the majority of screens are fine. There are enough reports of faulty screens to make it unacceptable. Let's assume that 20% of PSPs have DPs. That's only 20% compared to 80%, but at the same time, GOD DAMN that's 20%!

Why's it matter so much to you though? You've got a better chance at getting a system that is perfectly fine than getting one that has dead pixels. If you get one with dead pixels, exchange it for one without dead pixels.

[gaelan]

...the company pulled all the strings it could to make sure there were 1 million PSPs ready for the North American launch.


i guess we know now which strings were pulled as well as corners cut. sub contract a cheapass company to provide a third party screen, and pack the boxes in dirt to save on packing material. j/k

[jkam]

I got mine. One dead pixel. It isn't too bad since it is in the right corner. I don't know if I will return it or not...it's not really noticeable and I got the EB warranty so I may wait to see how the system holds up over the year.

For all the defects aside.....I was pretty hesitant about this system...but after playing and watching spider-man 2 it is truly a site to see. The screen is gorgeous. Thanks TRU\EB for making mine free!

[JAMMR]

My PSP ate me alive. Do you think I should return it? ;)

[Borat]

What's worse is that I think a lot of people have had horendous problems with Sony products upon launch.....but as eager gamers we continue to rush out and buy their products as soon as we can. All that does is show them how great a success it is....arrogance persists and we as gamers lose.

It's not fair to the current buyer of the product and it's not fair to future buyers as the product is not corrected. Sony got me twice in the past when I rushed out to get a PS1 and a PS2....they won't be getting my business on the PSP for a while...I want that fucker pristine if I'm dropping $200+. Anyway....at least some people are getting good units.

[Alpha2]

I'm curious if any of the people with the japanese version are suffering the DP problem, I mean there's technically no difference in the units.

But then again with the frequency of how often DPs can show up in LCD screens and the huge number of LCD devices they have there (phones, tvs, random public ad screens) maybe they;re just more used to it.

As to whether or not SOny has given anyone they shaft, if the japanese didnt care so much they probably assumed we wouldnt either but with all the complaints that seem to be getting flung around maybe they still will make some consession now that their production rate is better than it was in the first couple of months. Who can tell? I mean it is still just the first 14 hours of the thing's existance in american hands.

[R1V3R5]

The first one I got had a dead pixel on the left. The 2nd one had a dead pixel in the very center that was far worse than the first one I had. The third one seems to have no dead pixels but it has a lot of dust under the screen. Plus, even though it was supposed to be new (don't trust store employees) it has scratches across the front! I don't know about you guys but dropping $250 on a toy is a lot of money for me. And the whole damn thing is giving me an ulcer. Really. I am not here to talk crap about Sony, I don't love them but I have never had a prob with any of their products. That is, until now.

[thingsfallnapart]

add me to the crowd where i was sitting on the fence, and am now running far away from buying this thing.

forget about just the dead pixels and the screens. if im paying 50 bucks a portable game, i better be damn well enjoying all of it, and that includes seeing all it has to offer ( NO DEAD PIXELS)

[Alpha2]

As I understand it any electronic device with a screen will catch dust in it if it;s not an airtight seal. Dust and lint are attracted to electromagnetic forces so if air can get there so can dust.

[Zoglog]

What's worse is that I think a lot of people have had horendous problems with Sony products upon launch.....but as eager gamers we continue to rush out and buy their products as soon as we can. All that does is show them how great a success it is....arrogance persists and we as gamers lose.

It's not fair to the current buyer of the product and it's not fair to future buyers as the product is not corrected. Sony got me twice in the past when I rushed out to get a PS1 and a PS2....they won't be getting my business on the PSP for a while...I want that shaq-fuer pristine if I'm dropping $200+. Anyway....at least some people are getting good units.

If the product is worth it =p. you just have to approach it smartly. I MADE sure to check it before I left BB and ensure ther are no dead pixels.

[thingsfallnapart]

the question : is anyone gonna feel the need, who gets shafted by sony's BS policy on replacing "normally dead pixel included" screens, going to file a class action lawsuit anytime soon?

[gaelan]

As I understand it any electronic device with a screen will catch dust in it if it;s not an airtight seal. Dust and lint are attracted to electromagnetic forces so if air can get there so can dust.

under the screen though? the japanese have airtight technology don't they?

[Snake2715]

What urks me is the arrogance of Sony. As stated above people still flock after getting burned 2 & 3 times by them.

The other thing is just like Microsoft and the whole intergration thing. This is a game machine and should be looked after as such. Sony cliams its the walkaman of the 21st century but all the walkman did was play tapes or later cd's?

It didnt do anything else.


Now looking at the comments made last night at the New York Party when they didnt even sell through their 500 stock supply!

C-Daly talking up SCEA prez Kaz Hirai about the PSP. Hirai’s money quote: “If someone told you that the PSP is a portable gaming device, shoot these people. The PSP is not a portable gaming device, it is really a convergent portable entertainment device.” You have your orders, people; shoot anyone on sight who calls the PSP a gaming device."

Now what the hell is that all about. We have these blindly rabid fanboys running out and touting the PSP chant and Sony isnt even acknowledging it as a gaming device.

Check this out:

http://www.joystiq.com/entry/1234000840037403/#c172473

[Zoglog]

I think sony are bastards and I still love the PSP, that's why I think fanboys are retarded =p.

[GenDV138]

No dead pixels on my PSP!

[mtxbass1]

I'm waiting on Scorch to crap on this PSP thread.

[Borat]

What's worse is that I think a lot of people have had horendous problems with Sony products upon launch.....but as eager gamers we continue to rush out and buy their products as soon as we can. All that does is show them how great a success it is....arrogance persists and we as gamers lose.

It's not fair to the current buyer of the product and it's not fair to future buyers as the product is not corrected. Sony got me twice in the past when I rushed out to get a PS1 and a PS2....they won't be getting my business on the PSP for a while...I want that shaq-fuer pristine if I'm dropping $200+. Anyway....at least some people are getting good units.

If the product is worth it =p. you just have to approach it smartly. I MADE sure to check it before I left BB and ensure ther are no dead pixels.

That's part of what I'm talking about. Should you have to check a product that you $250 for before you leave?? Why can't you just pay for it and leave without a problem?? For $250, Sony should be providing a bit higher quality in their product. It's obviously not happening to everyone, but if more than 15-20% of people are leaving the stores with dead pixels in their PSPs...that's a serious problem. It ceases to be a random occurance.....fuck, cars are recalled with lower percentages of a problem.

I feel waiting is the best policy for people that are on the fence about the PSP. If you're not sure....wait for revisions....they'll come if enough people bitch about the PSP's shortcomings.

[Kayden]

Am I the first to notice that the poll asks if our PSPs have DAD pixels?

[b3b0p]

There are "Dead Pixels" and there are "Stuck Pixels".

Dead Pixels do not turn on. They look black on all colors.

Stuck Pixels are stuck