A new 4G model of the PlayStation Vita will be replacing the 3G
model sometime this year. According to the source, this will be the
so-called “price drop” that has been rumored for the Vita as the new
model will retain the $299 price point for an upgraded system.
The Wi-Fi version will still be available on the market for $249
To go along with the 4G model, a significant firmware update will go
live bringing in a lot of requested features including new ways to
organize apps in folders.
The new model may be unveiled along with the rumored PS4 this,
month at PlayStation’s February 20th event or at E3, but will not hit
the market until later in the year.
A price cut on memory cards will be made. No details on prices.
According to the source, no other hardware changes will be made to
the Vita and all other specs and features will remain the same. As
for the 4G model, the regions where it will be available, in addition
to info on any data plan pricing was not available.