Originally Posted by Squarehard Not really, but the cradle is nice because it can also charge your Go while it's plugged into the TV, but basically it makes everything much cleaner for use because you can just have it plugged into the cradle. More for convenience if anything.

Originally Posted by Carlanga and I assume battery drain while outputting is way higher so the battery would last even less.

Cool guys, thanks bought a Beautiful looking White PSPGo, Cradle and Component Cable for less than 60! Psyched for some Dissidia and FFTactics WOTL on the TV

Battery drain is way less when outputting to a TV.

Battery drain is way less, and that's without putting it on the cradle? Very interesting. I may want to get one soon, if I didn't want to spend the same amount on a Sega Saturn, or something that might pop up on Craigslist or etc.

This sucks, because if you want to properly use the cradle to output the video to the TV and charge while doing so, you have to buy an extra AC adapter that was used with the older PSP models.

No idea why they didn't put two usbs on the cradle, instead of one usb and the yelllow charge nub for the older ones.

Now I have to buy an old school psp adapter as well to charge while playing connected to my tv. yay.

It's pretty much necessary from the extra battery drain from outputting and using bluetooth to use a PS3 controller with it.

Originally Posted by aaronrodgers This sucks, because if you want to properly use the cradle to output the video to the TV and charge while doing so, you have to buy an extra AC adapter that was used with the older PSP models.

Looks like you can get an extra one for like 4 bucks shipped on amazon (ac adapter).

http://www.amazon.com/PSP-AC-Adapter...psp+ac+adapter

Bit the bullet and bought a like new PSP Go Cradle from Amazon through a third party seller for $22.99 shipped. Finding a Psp Go cradle locally for me is like finding a needle in a hay stack, good thing the component cables are cheap and I already have psp 3000 wall charger. Will be going on vacation and this is the best alternative to having a home console. Now have to buy more PSP games to keep me busy.

Called my local Gamestops an neither had any in stock and said only one store in MN had any. Any one willing to help a CAG out? Bad thing is I wanted to use some credit I had :(

How much do the games cost on the playstation store? I'm a 360 guy, don't have a ps3

I'm torn about keeping this. I love it, although a tad small for my hands. I might trade it for some super nintendo systems and games at the flea market this weekend.

Originally Posted by mrmafia33 How much do the games cost on the playstation store? I'm a 360 guy, don't have a ps3

If you're a j-rpg person this is the ideal time to pick one up.

Tons of square PSone era rpgs are half off (for the next week I believe).

4.99 for most.

Originally Posted by mrmafia33 How much do the games cost on the playstation store? I'm a 360 guy, don't have a ps3

You can look into the PSN thread to get an idea of what things generally cost when they go on sale, but generally that's when people buy PSN stuff. There is a weekly sale for PSN stuff that updates generally around Tuesday each week, so just kind of browse through and take a look to get a good idea. Price of course will vary, so I can't really give you an accurate estimate since I don't really know exactly what you'd be purchasing.

does the pspgo look any better on a tv than older models or do they all look the same

Battery drain is less because the screen for the go is turned off when outputting to a TV and that is the most significant drain on the battery. I haven't used the Go but I'm sure it is the same as the 3000.

Originally Posted by Green Card200 Battery drain is less because the screen for the go is turned off when outputting to a TV and that is the most significant drain on the battery. I haven't used the Go but I'm sure it is the same as the 3000.

That still doesn't make sense to me for such a small screen; I would assume it needs more power to send through the cables. Do you have any proof or article I could read on it?

Picked up a black one in pristine condition, couldn't be happier. Currently playing Suikoden II on it without any problems.

For one thing, sending the display signal isn't the same as powering the LCD screen.

Scored one today, $50, White, mint condition... Time to play!
May be time to finally retire the old 1000 (launch day purchase)

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Originally Posted by aaronrodgers This sucks, because if you want to properly use the cradle to output the video to the TV and charge while doing so, you have to buy an extra AC adapter that was used with the older PSP models. No idea why they didn't put two usbs on the cradle, instead of one usb and the yelllow charge nub for the older ones. Now I have to buy an old school psp adapter as well to charge while playing connected to my tv. yay. It's pretty much necessary from the extra battery drain from outputting and using bluetooth to use a PS3 controller with it.

That's the one reason I didn't like it. looks like Sony was trying to cash in on those accessories. Think about it. Wouldnt be awkward if you were able to charge and play at the same time? Then the screen would be up and your hands would probably cramp.

also, the psp go screen is not better, Its about the same vs psp 3000.

Originally Posted by raiser Scored one today, $50, White, mint condition... Time to play! May be time to finally retire the old 1000 (launch day purchase)

haha. I still have my psp 1000 too. Have it in a star wars metal case. U should use it to burn your collection into iso before moving it on the go.

I have to admit, the white does look nice.

For those looking for a cradle, I'd suggest checking your local Toys R Us irregardless of what their website says. According to the TRU site, there are no cradles within 50 miles of me. Yet when I went to the store near me, they had 4 of them (and 1 of the component cables as well).