To buy or not to buy: PlayGear Pocket Slim

 I am in a dilemma, should I or should I not get the PlayGear Pocket Slim? Interesting enough, there have been quite some mixed reaction/review online on the PlayGear Pocket Slim (PGPS) predecessor, the PlayGear Pocket (PGP).  Some of the stuff I found out online were that, the PGP is heavy and add unnessary weight upon the PSP but this SHOULD not be the case with the PGPS as the slim PSP has their weight already cut down.

Then there is the other problem of does it look good? I know that anyone can customize the PGPS by taking off the rubber and putting in some printout but does the weight outweight the custombility? Then there is one other varying problem. Varying because it does not affect me.(I think?) There is no accessibility for the UMD slot!

Tsk.... I hate this kind of choices. What do you guys think?

Here are some of the features featured on Play-Asia:

• Virtually indestructible polycarbonate armor shell protects your device.
• Easy access to shoulder controls means your PSP™ Slim & Lite is playable even while inside the case.
• Headphone port means you can plug into some tunes, then stow them in your backpack.
• 270-degree adjustable lid can be used as a sunshield for gaming or a stand for watching movies.
• Secure snap closure means your investment stays put.

 
 If you are interested to buy this and then inform me, you can do that over HERE

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Travel Case for PSP-2000

Logitech has this cool hardcase for PSP-1000 which adds like 10 gazillion of weight to the already bulky PSP-1000. But when the PSP-2000 with its slim feature came out, there aren't any dumbbell accessories for it. Well that ain't true no more.

Introducing Travel Case for PSP-2000. Released by Sony, This baby can store 2 UMD and 2 Memory card while protecting your PSP-2000. The design is essentially the same as logitech's hardcase for PSP-1000. Now available at Play-Asia for USD19.99.



More purchase information can be found HERE

Pictures courtesy of PSPFANBOY

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Monster Hunter Freedom Collection Art

I am again having my monster hunter fever. For the past few days, me and a couple buddy of mine has been hunting for Tigrex and Gyperos. I am also avidly hunting parts for my new swords. Having turn off my PSP, I have hunted for other Monster Hunter Parts online and this what I have found.

P/S: I have also purchased a few of those pigs Wohooo

Monster Hunter Pig Collection Trading Figure


Dynamic Monster Arts Vol. 2 Monster Hunter Pre-Painted Statue Dragon


Dynamic Monster Arts Monster Hunter Pre-Painted Statue Fire Dragon


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Review: PSP Slim & Lite Crystal Case (Capdase)

Tight Packaging

Considering the fact that my New Style PSP Pouch (Monotone) does not provide sufficient protection for my PSP Slim & Lite, I ordered myself a Crystal Case (Clear) from Capdase ( I have a soft spot for Capdase) Anyway, this casing though is a bit disappointment for me. Again, let me get to the heart of the problem later.

Front Cover, Back Cover, Strap

There are 4 parts inside the packaging. Front cover, Back Cover, Strap & unseen in the picture, an unbreakable screen protector. The Strap is standard issue for all casing sold by capdase, so no major shock there, the casing though is a bit of a disappointment to me. The casing feels a tad too thin for my liking and at best, flimsy. This feeling is further reinforced when I snap the casing onto the PSP. The casing does not feel protective enough! There is a touch of flimsiness left in it when I hold the casing and the PSP in my hand. Granted it provide sufficient protection against scratch, wear and tear but I highly doubt it will protect against any shock and drop.

Back Cover

Front Cover

What surprises me is that Capdase provided an "Unbreakable Screen Cover" interesting? Quite. I was hoping they would provide an "Unscratchable Screen Cover" instead as even though the screen cover is unbreakable the whole casing does not claim to be unbreakable. Food for thought no? The back of the casing provides a stand which allows your PSP to stand when you want to use it to watch movie on it. Interesting add on, bad application.

I tried putting it on the stand yesterday and this is what happened,

1. Pull Stand
2. UMD cover open, stand remain closed
3. Close UMD cover, pull stand again
4. UMD cover open, stand remain closed
5. Close UMD cover, hold the cover in place
6. Pull stand, stand comes out after a brief epic struggle

I don't know if this is manufacture fault or was built to be so but it seems that the stand puts up a fight when it needs to be open. To make thing worse, the stand can only stand on one posture, you cannot adjust the angle of the back stand at all!

Casing on PSP(Front)

Casing on PSP (Back)

Snap On Ensemble (Side)

New Style PSP Pouch Containing PSP with Crystal Case

Conclusion: This Crystal casing is nice, despite all my complain it provides sufficient protection against scratch, wear and tear but beyond that, the casing provides nothing good. The add on screen protection is a nice touch as it provides extra protection for your screen but it is not something mind boggling at all as I have seen add on which protects the screen only by Logitech and the screen protector is EXTRA thick. The casing feels flimsy after snapped onto the psp and the stand is a total failure.

I would give this casing a miss if there is a better choice out there but except for Hori which runs out of stock fast, this is the only casing available in the market. But that might soon change as I will try to scout for Blackhorn casing.

More PICTURE & PURCHASE information can be found HERE

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Review: New Style PSP Pouch (Monotone)

2 Weeks after getting my PSP Silver and 1 week after total silence on Aww Snapped! It is about time I introduce you to the new member of my PSP family. the New Style PSP Pouch! This pouch is an "official" product from Sony. Which means that they have the right to charge you extra just for being "official"

Slick & Slim

Costing at a whooping US$ 19.90 for a simple pouch, this pouch has better be good. And to be frank, I have yet to find fault with it. Except for one minor problem which I will highlight later. The pouch has a soft linen & plastic cover which protects the inside from spill, but do not expect your PSP to survive in this bag if it drops into water. Simple spill, yes. Swimming, no.

Spacious space for PSP Slim or Phat

With the thin size of the pouch, the protection provided against shock is limited at best. Granted they did try their best by putting in soft sponge inside the pouch, but surviving from even a 1 feet drop is a no go. The padding is merely there to protect against minor bang and shock when the pouch is left inside your bag while you bounce around doing your thing.

Dual Compartment for accessories

There are two small compartment inside the pouch, one for UMD while the other one for your minor accessories such as cloth, earphone and what not. Designed to be slim and modern, this pouch gives a spacious area for your PSP to breath without scratching against things. Granted the two compartment might be too little for some but on further thought, I would say anything more than 2 would be too much for the pouch.

Great Breathing room for PSP

Conclusion: Overall this pouch is good looking and provide sufficient padding for your PSP as long as you do not drop it. The two compartment is not too big and is a good add-on for you to leave one or two of your accessories inside. There are 5 colours available for your choosing.

Grey, Blue, Green, Pink & Purple (Click each colour for more PICTURES & PURCHASE information)

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Ice Silver PSP Slim & Lite

I have in my hand, an ICE SILVER PSP Slim & Lite! So do expect some reviews on the PSP in the future together with game, gadget, accessories and PSP related news! Without further ado! Pictures pictures and PICTURES!!

















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Pee Ass Pee Voting!

Generally enough you can see this coming from a mile away as I am preparing to purchase my very own first PSP Slim & Lite! I am still apprehensive about the whole idea of getting another handheld console but the fact that my GF is now permanently station in JB ( Can I hear a resounding cheer coming from you?) I need to get some sort of entertainment to occupy those lonely moment where I will miss her

Anyway, mushy part aside, I kinda torn between different color type of the PSP. My gf wanted pink while I am more towards White and Lavender. What do you guys think?

Voting bar is available on your left. 2 scroll down. Check em out and vote!

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Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII New Trailer

I am buying a PSP tommorow. Nuff said.

The US version of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII is now available for pre-order HERE
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Star Ocean Second Evolution Accessories Set

I have a dilemma. Day in day out I wonder what color should I get for my "future" psp? White? Black? Lavender? Blue? or Pink?? My girl wanted the pink one which I do not mind but... really now.. Pink? Looking at my body size that is as unlikely as me walking the fashion walkway with half my clothes unbuttoned and posing for camera!

So again, I check the bible for games. The place where I find solution for it all. The place where I does most of my research before purchasing any game related item. PLAY-ASIA! I looked and looked for some PSP that might suit my taste or for something that will enhance my "future" PSP and what I found is Star Ocean Second Evolution Accessories Set by Hori! The accessory set which I am not mistaken (its all in Japanese) comes with

• Face Plate Cover adorned with Star Ocean Design
• Ear phone
• UMD Case Cover
• Screen Cleaner

Pretty neat stuff to transform your PSP piece into a manly fantasy piece from a girly Ibuyitbecausemygirlfriendswantthiscolor.

More purchase information and picture can be found HERE

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Not so Special Special Edition PSP

For most that know me, they should know by now my "obsession" to purchase a PSP. Don't ask me where that come from, heck. Don't even ask me why I suddenly wanted to purchase a PSP. I just wanted to.

Then again, it might have something to do with all those games that I didn't get to play or all those PS2 game that I never had. Maybe it's all those new games that are coming out this year in 2008.

Anyway, to quell my obsession I took a look at Play-Asia to expand my knowledge on PSP. Bad move, I discovered a few cool looking Special Edition PSP. Its no Crisis Core pack but it still looks dashing enough to get me all...

Cough anyway, Check out this two special edition PSP


Star Ocean: The First Departure (Eternal Edition w/ PSP-2000 Console)
a Felicia Blue PSP adorned with Star Ocean logo at the back not half bad but I don't like the star thingy. Looks weird..

More Pictures & Purchase information can be found HERE

Mobile Suit Gundam Gundam: Giren no Yabou - Axis no Kyoui
Will be launched in February this year. One of the newer edition of PSP in Red, ( I dare say they are taking a leaf out of NDSL book) This one looks a bit.. weird.. If you know what I mean. The red colour looks revealing but also less PSP and more DS. The back though did a nice job with the design. Granted its not really that nice but its still something isn't it? ( I am running out of reasons to stop bashing this PSP )

More Photo & Purchase information can be found HERE
Well, after the disastrous not so special, special edition PSP. I think I will be purchasing the Lavender Purple PSP. I know its a bit girlish but its either that or the Pink PSP. Thats what my gf says. And quite frankly. I find both appealing. Its not a matter of manliness but its for a fact that the Lavender Purple PSP is quite nice! So is the pink one!

More Picture & Purchase information can be found HERE

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Diner Dash DS and PSP Preview!

It's been a while since I last posted eh? Well a lot of crap happened since a week ago. First off, I went for a vacation at Cameron Highland. A superbly beautiful place! That is if you want to get away from modern life and also join in on some flower sniffing. I took a huge amount of picture that I wont be posting here due to the fact that this site is supposed to be a gaming blog. Although I only cover DS games :P

That aside, lets get back on track. There is a few things I want to highlight but today I will highlight this first. Diner Dash! Diner Dash first emerged in 2004 in the form of downloadable games published by PlayFirst. Diner Dash was so succesfull, It was ported to cel phone, retail, online and now, PSP, GBA and NDS!

The focus of our topic today is Diner Dash NDS version. I played it and boy do I love it. The game is a simple mechanism where you are supposed to control Flo the main character of the game to Order,Serve,Clean and take care of a restaurant. Its a simple no brainer game, but thats where the beauty lies in. As the game progress further and further the customer that Flo tend to starts to overflow and each customer has different type of personality. Some wants their service fast, some don't mind doing it nice and slow while some might create trouble for you.

As simple as this sounds, the game is superbly addictive. I played the Online version of Diner Dash before and I loved it. Now that Diner Dash is here in DS, you bet I will be running my restaurant while on the run :D

Diner Dash DS can be found HERE as Pre-Order

Diner Dash PSP can be found HERE as Pre-Order too!