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Tech company also release a compatible USB power unit 

The peripheral adds a familiar dual shock shape to the Vita

Japanese gamers can get their hand on a few new PlayStation Vita peripherals ahead of its global launch, according to a report on Andriasang.

The latest accessories for Sony’s handheld device are the Assist Grip and the USB Portable Power Set, both made by Datel Japan.

The Assist Grip will attach to the back  of the PS Vita adding two handles, which reviewers at Impress Watch say renders the portable console like a Dual Shock controller. The Assist Grip is currently priced at ¥1,380 (approximately $20).

Also released is the USB Portable Power Set, which is used to recharge the Vita on the go without disrupting gameplay. The device’s specs are 2,000 mAH, slightly less than the Vita’s 2,210 mAH.

Additionally, the Power Set is a universal device that can be used with other products that use a USB other than the Vita. Impress Watch were also able to charge a 3DS using the Power Set. The portable powering device is set to be priced at ¥ 2980 (approximately $40).

Sony will be releasing its own portable charger accessory this spring while Datel Japan will release an unlicensed device of its own on January 31.



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http://andriasang.com/comzq8/vita_accessories/



This is cool. I have yet to hold the PSV but if it feels anything like the PSP, it will need this badly.

With all these tiny handhelds coming out in the last decade, I really haven't found a comfortable one since Sega Nomad.Like Game boy Advance 2 and all DS's afterwards give my hands cramps... GP2X was pretty good actually.

Considering PSV is slightly bigger than most, it has potential to be good too.



disolitude said:
This is cool. I have yet to hold the PSV but if it feels anything like the PSP, it will need this badly.

With all these tiny handhelds coming out in the last decade, I really haven't found a comfortable one since Sega Nomad.Like Game boy Advance 2 and all DS's afterwards give my hands cramps... GP2X was pretty good actually.

Considering PSV is slightly bigger than most, it has potential to be good too.


PSP gave me bad hand cramps.. this is mandatory for me.

Alternatively, there is this one from Nyko for $25, they claim it gives the Vita 9-15 hours battery life while gaming.

Though, I want to now how each feels in the hands (that seems more important).



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Am I the only the one who think that looks stupid? clamshell all the way.



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