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

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
 
[quote name='Scorch']Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..[/quote]

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.
 
nope! no dead pixels here either!
I've checked with several dead pixel images and comfirmed that no dead pixels on my unit!
 
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.
 
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".
 
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.
 
[quote name='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.

[/quote]

did you have to recharge the batteries in those 3 hours?
 
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
 
[quote name='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.[/quote]

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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
[quote name='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[/quote]

There's always a possibility, but to find out they will do absolutely nothing about it is another thing.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
[quote name='gaelan'][quote name='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.

[/quote]

did you have to recharge the batteries in those 3 hours?[/quote]

No, I had it plugged into the AC adapter. :D
 
[quote name='help1']dont dead pixels only show up when the screen is black?[/quote]

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?
 
[quote name='chickenhawk'][quote name='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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
[quote name='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”[/quote]

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.
 
Thats something that would really keep me from buying the PSP... but there really isnt anything else I want to get at my FYE...
 
[quote name='Scorch']Wow. To everyone who bought a PSP.. how does it feel to get shafted so bad? I wouldn't know..[/quote]

Wow. To Scorch.. how does it feel to be such an ass/fanboy? I wouldn't know..
 
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.
 
: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
 
[quote name='screwkick'][quote name='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”[/quote]

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.[/quote]
I agree. Its pretty low of Sony not to do anything about dead pixels.
 
[quote name='Chris in Cali']Maybe the problem isn't as big as some people would like you to believe? [/quote]

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
 
[quote name='mykevermin'][quote name='chickenhawk'][quote name='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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.
 
[quote name='help1']dont dead pixels only show up when the screen is black?[/quote]
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!
 
[quote name='chickenhawk'][quote name='mykevermin'][quote name='chickenhawk'][quote name='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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.[/quote]

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.
 
[quote name='gaelan']this should be accurate :roll:[/quote]

: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!
 
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...
 
[quote name='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...[/quote]

...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.
 
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.
 
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