Sunday, October 4, 2009

Sony PSP Go...Why Sony Why?

Sony Corporation just introduced a new hand-held gaming system...very similar to the Nintendo DSi or the regular Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP). The new digital game download only system is the PSP Go. It is an upgrade from the older PSP-3000 (which utilized a disc format for games call the UMD). I just asked Sony to respond to my soapbox which is noted below:

"I do not believe in piracy but I do believe in fair play and common sense. If I purchased a UMD for my older PSP, then purchase a PSP GO, in no way should I have to re-purchase these older games I already own. I'll say it again...I already own.

I also believe that somewhere out there they will find a way to convert UMD via your older PSP to a file on your PC. Then finally into a format the PSP GO can use. When that day comes, I will buy a PSP GO.

I have NO problem returning the UMD directly to Sony and getting a email voucher for a download of the same exact title. I have no problem returning the case, the insert, the disc, the UPC code...I'll happily return it all.

Given my history with Sony products from TV's to clock radio's...why not enhance the customer's experience instead of making them angry when long term...new games will be downloaded?

On a separate note...we are all trying to be GREEN minded and environmentally conscious. Why not use the same adapters, chargers, batteries, etc. where possible? Yes, I know...MONEY. When they say it's not about the money...It's about the MONEY. Yep, I get that. The problem is that while firms make a quick buck with different connectors and adapters...long term they hurt the environment, fill up for landfills, and generally...care less about the customer.

I love Sony products, I really do. I just am disappointed in the UMD decision and that they would rather me not upgrade than to be happier with a gaming system that utilizes all my old games so that I really felt I got my money's worth in the first place.

Sorry for the soap box but the PSP GO boat just sailed without me and I wanted to purchase a ticket to ride."

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