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Get started with the PlayStation Vita Starter Kit with Memory Card. The Starter Kit comes with an assortment of six must-have accessories that complete your PS Vita experience right out of the box. All of the included accessories in this official Starter Kit will work and match perfectly with your PlayStation Vita.
Features: Memory: store your game saves, PSN downloads, and personal media on the 4GB PlayStation Vita Memory Card.
Protection: keep your PS Vita protected and clean with the Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, and Cleaning Cloth.
Organize: with a protective clam shell design that holds up to 8 games and 2 memory cards, the Card Case will help you stay organized.
Full Immersion: the super-light, high-quality, in-ear design PS Vita Headphones deliver powerful bass and clear treble sound for a fully immersive audio experience.
• The Official PlayStation®Vita Starter Kit with Memory Card
• Includes: 4GB Memory Card, Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, Card Case, Headphones, Cleaning Cloth
• Store game saves, PSN downloads, and personal media on the 4GB Memory Card
• Keep your PS Vita protected and clean with the Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, and Cleaning Cloth
• Organize your PlayStation®Vita memory and game cards with the Card Case
• Get fully immersed in game play, media, and beyond with the super-light, high-quality, in-ear design, PS Vita Headphones
Features: Memory: store your game saves, PSN downloads, and personal media on the 4GB PlayStation Vita Memory Card.
Protection: keep your PS Vita protected and clean with the Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, and Cleaning Cloth.
Organize: with a protective clam shell design that holds up to 8 games and 2 memory cards, the Card Case will help you stay organized.
Full Immersion: the super-light, high-quality, in-ear design PS Vita Headphones deliver powerful bass and clear treble sound for a fully immersive audio experience.
• The Official PlayStation®Vita Starter Kit with Memory Card
• Includes: 4GB Memory Card, Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, Card Case, Headphones, Cleaning Cloth
• Store game saves, PSN downloads, and personal media on the 4GB Memory Card
• Keep your PS Vita protected and clean with the Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, and Cleaning Cloth
• Organize your PlayStation®Vita memory and game cards with the Card Case
• Get fully immersed in game play, media, and beyond with the super-light, high-quality, in-ear design, PS Vita Headphones
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22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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Ok, first of all, at $40 I'm not blown away by the kit, but it's definitely worth the price in my opinion.
- The pouch is just that, a pouch for your system. Enough to keep it clean and protected. Not sure how much protection it will provide if your PSV falls, but why would you let it fall in the first place?
- The screen protector and cleaning cloth (I can't say too much because I don't have my PSV yet). The screen protector seems like it will be a simply enough install, I am getting the HORI silicone protector and it looks like it will be compatible. The cleaning cloth is a lot bigger than I expected, so that's good. Other than that, it's just your typical lint free cleaning cloth.
- The earphones. Actually, reading some of the other reviews, I was expecting complete crap. While it does feel pretty cheap, the sound quality is actually not that bad. Some EQ adjusting on your iPod/iPhone/Android/etc, and they are definitely keepers. I actually plan on using them now that I have tested them out.
- Game/Memory card case. I like this case, sure, it's something else you have to carry, but it's not too big and it fits 8 games and 2 memory cards. The 4GB memory card will be good enough for me just for basic game saves, and I have the 32GB and the 8GB that will come with the Launch Bundle. 1 in the system, and the other 2 in the case. Perfect for me. (THE MEMORY CARDS ARE TINY!!! I don't know if that's been stressed enough haha)
So there you have it, for $40, I think it's worth it. If you have the money for nicer cases, headphones, bigger memory cards and screen protectors, more power to you, but for those of us on a budget, this kit will do the job.
- The pouch is just that, a pouch for your system. Enough to keep it clean and protected. Not sure how much protection it will provide if your PSV falls, but why would you let it fall in the first place?
- The screen protector and cleaning cloth (I can't say too much because I don't have my PSV yet). The screen protector seems like it will be a simply enough install, I am getting the HORI silicone protector and it looks like it will be compatible. The cleaning cloth is a lot bigger than I expected, so that's good. Other than that, it's just your typical lint free cleaning cloth.
- The earphones. Actually, reading some of the other reviews, I was expecting complete crap. While it does feel pretty cheap, the sound quality is actually not that bad. Some EQ adjusting on your iPod/iPhone/Android/etc, and they are definitely keepers. I actually plan on using them now that I have tested them out.
- Game/Memory card case. I like this case, sure, it's something else you have to carry, but it's not too big and it fits 8 games and 2 memory cards. The 4GB memory card will be good enough for me just for basic game saves, and I have the 32GB and the 8GB that will come with the Launch Bundle. 1 in the system, and the other 2 in the case. Perfect for me. (THE MEMORY CARDS ARE TINY!!! I don't know if that's been stressed enough haha)
So there you have it, for $40, I think it's worth it. If you have the money for nicer cases, headphones, bigger memory cards and screen protectors, more power to you, but for those of us on a budget, this kit will do the job.
21 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By C. Fisher
Fun:
1.0 out of 5 stars
I am a long time Sony product user, gamer, engineer, and product designer. I can say that under my first observation of this in the store I thought it might be worth it. Later after looking around I actually using the PS Vita I found that I was poorly mistaken. Let me talk about the short comings I found with this product.
1) Memory card: It is only 4GB. This is practically useless. I filled it with one downloadable demo just to try a game out. Then to do anything else I had to erase the demo I just downloaded. Then later I purchased a few games online and then could not install other demos because of space. I have since found that I have to go and buy a much larger memory card anyway. This alone shows that the kit was a waste of money. I could have bought a much more expensive memory card and a case and been better off. It would have also cost me less money. You would not have gotten the other items in the set, but the trade off is worth it, if you take care of your things.
The misconception that people have regarding the memory is: the memory is a proprietary Sony format and cannot currently be bought by 3rd party manufacturers. This means Sony can charge you 3-4x's the cost for the same memory. The other thing not understood is that there is data saved on these memory cards. So even using store bought games that come on their own cards, the save data is stored on this card. So is music, photos taken, videos, and other information. It may be possible for a user to have very limited internet use with the PS Vita but this card can still be filled easily just by using basic features of the device. In my opinion Sony under rated this. They should have provided 8 GB as a minimum.
2) The case: This case is practically useless. If a person is buying this product for a minor, or child then forget the protection value. This case is basically a dust guard. It is a neoprene case that has to be stretched over one end of the unit. I was actually afraid of damaging or scratching the Vita while trying to stretch it around the end. I am sure over time this will get worn out and then become almost useless for closure. At best this case will protect the outside from scratches, but not protect it from a fall. For that a much more sturdy case would be needed. For my PSP I had a great hard plastic case. It was bad because you could not carry accessories, and was bulky, but it protected the PSP and I never had a problem. I would have at least expected a harder case, slightly thicker, and something that had pockets for games, power cords, or at least the headphones.
3) Screen cloth: a standard microfiber cloth that can be purchased almost anywhere for just a few dollars. Wal-mart, Target, and other major stores carry them for glasses. Just as good. This one say Vita on it, if that makes a difference. It does not for me. With the great hidden expenses wrapped into the Vita it would have been nice to save a few bucks where possible.
4) Game Case: This is actually pretty practical. It is a sturdy looking case. I have not tried to insert any games to see how easily they are put in, or can be taken out. However, without a good place to put it, like in the case, the user is left carrying another item with them. I guess Sony could always stick it's customers for another $60 for a Case to hold the case and accessories. Maybe they could over ear bud covers as an incentive.
5) Ear buds: These are standard grade ear phones used with mobile audio MP3/4 players. There are no foam covers for them, so if they do not fit right in the users ear, there is no luck. I have always found the foam covers to make them ear buds a little more snug and provide less chance of falling out. Sony is terrible with making comfortable ear products. The first Blue-Tooth ear piece for the Sony PS3 was horrible. It could only be worn a short time before causing serious pain to the ear, not from the sound, but from the shape and fit. Several friends of mine all shared the same opinion. So much so that we bought other non-Sony products. One thing that I would be curious of, is how the Vita would sound with some Sony Noise Cancellation Ear buds. These, however, are a basic intro-level product. Which is what you would expect in a starter kit.
6) Screen protector: This is a standard screen protector. It should protect the touch screen from scratches. This is a highly recommended product. Even without the starter kit I cannot speak enough about protecting the screen. This is probably the most valuable item in the whole kit. Unfortunately, you can get 2 of these from Sony for only $10. Much less money then the kit costs. Actually, buying a bigger card, better case, and the screen protectors would have cost about the same as this kit, or about $5 more.
My review is not biased in any way. I am a long time user of Sony products and many other brands. Most users of games and audio devices would have a set of ear buds already that they like, and are comfortable enough.
Games bought through Play Station Network are around $5 cheaper and do not have tax. Even without a credit card for purchasing, they sell PSN gift cards in stores to make purchases with. This is great for kids and minors. This way they do not have unlimited spending capabilities.
With that being said the need for the game case is nice, just in case someone gets the user a game as a gift from the store, but I would recommend getting most of them through the PSN. That of course requires a much bigger memory card and would negate the need for this kit.
It would have been nice to find some article online that gave the Vita user model that Sony expected. A User Model is a tool that gives the common attributes of the average user. They would use this model in their design. I hate to think they used the survey they sent out to current PSN subscribers. It is hard to tell if they intended the device to be purely online and added a memory port as an after thought. What ever they were thinking, this kit does not fit this user's needs. It is unlikely it would fit any user's needs. Sure, some have commented on how great it is as a starter, but eventually it will become more clear the limitations that this kit offers. Some may say that is the point of a starter, but at the cost of Sony products and the memory cards, it does not seem practical. Start off with a bigger card, better case, and screen protectors. Then later, use the $40 you would have spent on this money pit, and buy two $20 PSN cards. Use them for games, or add-ons. That makes more sense to me.
1) Memory card: It is only 4GB. This is practically useless. I filled it with one downloadable demo just to try a game out. Then to do anything else I had to erase the demo I just downloaded. Then later I purchased a few games online and then could not install other demos because of space. I have since found that I have to go and buy a much larger memory card anyway. This alone shows that the kit was a waste of money. I could have bought a much more expensive memory card and a case and been better off. It would have also cost me less money. You would not have gotten the other items in the set, but the trade off is worth it, if you take care of your things.
The misconception that people have regarding the memory is: the memory is a proprietary Sony format and cannot currently be bought by 3rd party manufacturers. This means Sony can charge you 3-4x's the cost for the same memory. The other thing not understood is that there is data saved on these memory cards. So even using store bought games that come on their own cards, the save data is stored on this card. So is music, photos taken, videos, and other information. It may be possible for a user to have very limited internet use with the PS Vita but this card can still be filled easily just by using basic features of the device. In my opinion Sony under rated this. They should have provided 8 GB as a minimum.
2) The case: This case is practically useless. If a person is buying this product for a minor, or child then forget the protection value. This case is basically a dust guard. It is a neoprene case that has to be stretched over one end of the unit. I was actually afraid of damaging or scratching the Vita while trying to stretch it around the end. I am sure over time this will get worn out and then become almost useless for closure. At best this case will protect the outside from scratches, but not protect it from a fall. For that a much more sturdy case would be needed. For my PSP I had a great hard plastic case. It was bad because you could not carry accessories, and was bulky, but it protected the PSP and I never had a problem. I would have at least expected a harder case, slightly thicker, and something that had pockets for games, power cords, or at least the headphones.
3) Screen cloth: a standard microfiber cloth that can be purchased almost anywhere for just a few dollars. Wal-mart, Target, and other major stores carry them for glasses. Just as good. This one say Vita on it, if that makes a difference. It does not for me. With the great hidden expenses wrapped into the Vita it would have been nice to save a few bucks where possible.
4) Game Case: This is actually pretty practical. It is a sturdy looking case. I have not tried to insert any games to see how easily they are put in, or can be taken out. However, without a good place to put it, like in the case, the user is left carrying another item with them. I guess Sony could always stick it's customers for another $60 for a Case to hold the case and accessories. Maybe they could over ear bud covers as an incentive.
5) Ear buds: These are standard grade ear phones used with mobile audio MP3/4 players. There are no foam covers for them, so if they do not fit right in the users ear, there is no luck. I have always found the foam covers to make them ear buds a little more snug and provide less chance of falling out. Sony is terrible with making comfortable ear products. The first Blue-Tooth ear piece for the Sony PS3 was horrible. It could only be worn a short time before causing serious pain to the ear, not from the sound, but from the shape and fit. Several friends of mine all shared the same opinion. So much so that we bought other non-Sony products. One thing that I would be curious of, is how the Vita would sound with some Sony Noise Cancellation Ear buds. These, however, are a basic intro-level product. Which is what you would expect in a starter kit.
6) Screen protector: This is a standard screen protector. It should protect the touch screen from scratches. This is a highly recommended product. Even without the starter kit I cannot speak enough about protecting the screen. This is probably the most valuable item in the whole kit. Unfortunately, you can get 2 of these from Sony for only $10. Much less money then the kit costs. Actually, buying a bigger card, better case, and the screen protectors would have cost about the same as this kit, or about $5 more.
My review is not biased in any way. I am a long time user of Sony products and many other brands. Most users of games and audio devices would have a set of ear buds already that they like, and are comfortable enough.
Games bought through Play Station Network are around $5 cheaper and do not have tax. Even without a credit card for purchasing, they sell PSN gift cards in stores to make purchases with. This is great for kids and minors. This way they do not have unlimited spending capabilities.
With that being said the need for the game case is nice, just in case someone gets the user a game as a gift from the store, but I would recommend getting most of them through the PSN. That of course requires a much bigger memory card and would negate the need for this kit.
It would have been nice to find some article online that gave the Vita user model that Sony expected. A User Model is a tool that gives the common attributes of the average user. They would use this model in their design. I hate to think they used the survey they sent out to current PSN subscribers. It is hard to tell if they intended the device to be purely online and added a memory port as an after thought. What ever they were thinking, this kit does not fit this user's needs. It is unlikely it would fit any user's needs. Sure, some have commented on how great it is as a starter, but eventually it will become more clear the limitations that this kit offers. Some may say that is the point of a starter, but at the cost of Sony products and the memory cards, it does not seem practical. Start off with a bigger card, better case, and screen protectors. Then later, use the $40 you would have spent on this money pit, and buy two $20 PSN cards. Use them for games, or add-ons. That makes more sense to me.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By T. Cannon
Amazon Verified Purchase
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
These accessories are by no means "must haves" but they are very useful if you have the cash to drop.
Vita Pocket Pouch
For me, this case is perfect. I have no extra memory/game cards that I need to carry around with me, so I don't need extra pockets or slots. I have the same type of case for the PSP, and it has been exactly what I need and offered adequate protection. That being said, the PSP pouch seems to be a bit thicker than the Vita pouch, but if you mostly need a case for scratch protection, then this works great. If you are going the physical route in your Vita game purchases, or you are going to be dropping your Vita from moving vehicles, then this may not be the case that you want to get.
4GB Memory card
This makes up half the cost of the whole kit, and will get you started on the Vita. Since I am going the digital route with the Vita, I purchased a 32GB card. I might just hang on to this 4GB card and create a JPN account as an alternate (early demos and unlocalized JRPGs), so it wasn't a complete waste of money for me. If you plan on using the PSN to purchase retail games or even larger PSN-only games, you should definitely consider a larger card.
Screen Protector
Haven't applied it yet, but I will say in response to the comment about this material being abundant and cheap: very true. You also must take into consideration, however, that they have the material already cut to the exact size you need, as well as the template on top for perfect installation. It isn't idiot-proof, but they do make the process as painless as possible. That counts for something.
Game/Memory Card Case
Like I said before, I'll have no use for it, but it looks and functions great. Everything is very secure inside, and after a little practice you can easily remove and insert your cards. Small fingers may help, but a little manual dexterity will do the job.
Cleaning Cloth
Its your standard cleaning cloth, nothing really out of the ordinary about it. It has the PSVITA logo in the corner.
Headphones
The headphones work great, sounds are crisp. I'm no audiophile, but these sound good. Nothing outstanding, but they'll get the job done.
I personally would have much preferred a Starter kit with a 32GB card and all of this stuff, but the extra 4GB card will come in handy one day I'm sure. Figure out your gaming situation before considering the accessories you buy (there are alot with the Vita), and judge the products accordingly. This kit is great if it matches your gaming habits. Objectively, these are top notch products that are definitely worth the money.
Vita Pocket Pouch
For me, this case is perfect. I have no extra memory/game cards that I need to carry around with me, so I don't need extra pockets or slots. I have the same type of case for the PSP, and it has been exactly what I need and offered adequate protection. That being said, the PSP pouch seems to be a bit thicker than the Vita pouch, but if you mostly need a case for scratch protection, then this works great. If you are going the physical route in your Vita game purchases, or you are going to be dropping your Vita from moving vehicles, then this may not be the case that you want to get.
4GB Memory card
This makes up half the cost of the whole kit, and will get you started on the Vita. Since I am going the digital route with the Vita, I purchased a 32GB card. I might just hang on to this 4GB card and create a JPN account as an alternate (early demos and unlocalized JRPGs), so it wasn't a complete waste of money for me. If you plan on using the PSN to purchase retail games or even larger PSN-only games, you should definitely consider a larger card.
Screen Protector
Haven't applied it yet, but I will say in response to the comment about this material being abundant and cheap: very true. You also must take into consideration, however, that they have the material already cut to the exact size you need, as well as the template on top for perfect installation. It isn't idiot-proof, but they do make the process as painless as possible. That counts for something.
Game/Memory Card Case
Like I said before, I'll have no use for it, but it looks and functions great. Everything is very secure inside, and after a little practice you can easily remove and insert your cards. Small fingers may help, but a little manual dexterity will do the job.
Cleaning Cloth
Its your standard cleaning cloth, nothing really out of the ordinary about it. It has the PSVITA logo in the corner.
Headphones
The headphones work great, sounds are crisp. I'm no audiophile, but these sound good. Nothing outstanding, but they'll get the job done.
I personally would have much preferred a Starter kit with a 32GB card and all of this stuff, but the extra 4GB card will come in handy one day I'm sure. Figure out your gaming situation before considering the accessories you buy (there are alot with the Vita), and judge the products accordingly. This kit is great if it matches your gaming habits. Objectively, these are top notch products that are definitely worth the money.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good, but the screen protector is a crap
each item works perfectly, except for the film to protect the screen. Forget it. Its terrible to fix and you'll miss your patience.
Published 3 days ago by MARCO A COUTINHO
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good starter
Everything you need for your brand new PSvita. Screen protector is easily applied. Earphones sound great! Read more
Published 14 days ago by Marc
2.0 out of 5 stars
Passable Kit If It's On Sale
As with almost every Vita accessory, this kit is overpriced and underwhelming. However, you can get some value out of it if it's on sale in the $20-$25 range. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Morgan Carlson
3.0 out of 5 stars
A nice combo
The kit is very practical, the headphones are very good as well the memory card. The cover is a little poor.
Published 16 days ago by sunshine
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great
It a really good item to have if you bought a ps vita. I liked how it had a screen protector.
Published 20 days ago by Mauricio
4.0 out of 5 stars
Comes in handy
My hubby ordered this for his Vita and it was nice. Nothing to spectacular but exactly what you need for an easy way to carry and store your vita. Good price as well.
Published 1 month ago by Holly Hood
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great deal
Had everything my son needed for his new playstation vita. Priced right for the memory card alone. I would recommend.
Published 1 month ago by SmartMom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worth it
It has saved me from worrying about it falling and damaging the vita. So worth the money but I wish it just came with a larger memory card
Published 2 months ago by Isaias Morfin
3.0 out of 5 stars
It okay
It's very basic and the headphones are very filmsy. The only valuable thing is the memory card, rest of the things that came (including the PS vita box) are of very poor quality. Read more
Published 2 months ago by RB
4.0 out of 5 stars
Accessories are usually pretty scammy, but I like this bundle
This exact bundle goes for $39.99 most places but I picked it up here at $27. It's pretty much a must-have for a PSV owner and if you can get it for under $30 I would definitely... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Evan Stueve
