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Small Change To 3G Vita Data Plan

Ben-Dutka 12 Comments

So we got an email today from a reader who wanted to know if we got something wrong; specifically, the data plan prices for the PlayStation Vita.

Along with the question, he sent us this link , which definitely contradicts previous reports .

Well, technically, all sources provided that same information, as the source was AT&T themselves. It appears they've shifted things up a bit, that's all: for the 3G model of the Vita, the 250MB plan for $15/month is intact, but they've altered the upgraded plan.

Instead of 2GB for $25, the new plan is 3GB for $30. Mathematically speaking, that's a little better, right? Some still maintain that the 250MB plan really is worthless, as one can use up 250MB of data awfully quickly; 3GB makes a lot more sense. The prices still fall in line with most other 3G devices, which may or may not satisfy portable gamers.

I'm getting 4GB of data for $30 for my new 4G phone, but I'm not sure how normal that is, and I have to assume plans are different for various portable devices, like tablets and handheld gaming devices like the Vita.

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Vita 3G Data Plan Priced, Similar To Other 3G Devices

Ben-Dutka 9 Comments

The cost of any new piece of hardware is always a primary consideration for consumers.

When it comes to mobile devices, a data plan is often part of the package in regards to purchasing a nifty new device. And that includes the PlayStation Vita, which offers 3G access for interested gamers willing to pay an extra $50.

So how much will a data plan cost you at AT&T? Well, according to what one of their retail locations told GameZone , Sony's new handheld won't have any special plans or prices; instead, it'll use the same data plans other 3G devices utilize. So currently, you'd be looking at two options: 250MB of data for $14.99/month or 2GB of data for $25/month. It's relatively normal in the mobile world.

It's recommended that if you plan to use the Vita quite a bit, you should get the 2GB plan, which results in $300/year for common use of the portable. On the plus side, you won't be roped into a contract; you pay for a Vita plan on a month to month basis. The question is, will you be using the Vita for a lot of data downloading, or are you just going to stick to games?

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