Playstation Portal Honest Review

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
  • ** Software Update 2.0.1 was released on November 29, but it did not fix this bug I found. Check it out in this video: • Playstation Portal Fir... **
    Unboxing: • World’s most genuine u...
    We'll see what the PlayStation Portal really is, so you can decide whether it's for you or not.
    00:00 Intro
    00:29 Build
    01:38 Screen
    02:01 Using it
    02:32 Away from home
    03:01 Why is it good
    03:54 Drawbacks
    The short answer is that Playstation Portal is Sony’s new accessory for Playstation 5. It does nothing on its own and requires a PS5 and wifi to start a remote play session. It enables you to enjoy your games wherever there is a decent wifi available.
    Thanks for tuning in, I hope you find the video helpful!
    #playstationportal #psportal #playstation
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Komentáře • 85

  • @ramseyrodriguez8515
    @ramseyrodriguez8515 Před 7 měsíci +15

    Doesn’t make much sense making all of the use over internet, where it could have been using local connection to reduce lag and latency

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 7 měsíci +1

      True, I actually tested this by blocking my ps5 on local network, and you guessed it, did not work

    • @ramseyrodriguez8515
      @ramseyrodriguez8515 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@shinthegeek I hope that this is a kind of thing that they could "improve" via firmware update. I wonder the technical decision behind it (I guess, streamline the development, relying in only one process via internet, instead of two one via internet and one via local area network). Thanks for your review! This still looks like an intriguing option.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@ramseyrodriguez8515 I agree, implementing all this via local network will greatly increase the response time and reliability, not sure about the technicalities though

    • @mitchelljenkins4815
      @mitchelljenkins4815 Před 6 měsíci +2

      I think I know why they did this. They are gonna add game streaming and it will be linked to your account. To fix this they should let you signout to connect over the network.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@mitchelljenkins4815 interesting to see how that will turn out to be

  • @Cgarga_96
    @Cgarga_96 Před 6 měsíci +3

    So with me always traveling and using remote play on the go, one thing nobody mentions on every portal video is the connivance of not having to pair your controller to your iphone/ipad and than turning around and having to pair it back to the consol. especially with having just two controller and having someone come over to game...not much of a headache but defiantly an inconvenience. You could go the route of buying a third controller but for $70 for just remote play is crazy. The back bone just didn't cut it for me, anything flat serviced where it has to awkwardly sitting in my hand to play is not the greatest way of enjoying a game session, not to mention having texts/calls coming through interrupting game play. Great video by the way. Refreshing to watch someone appreciate it rather than bash it like 90% of CZcams videos.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      There is no doubt that the portal provides the best remote play experience.
      Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

  • @rraminn
    @rraminn Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great video. Very helpful!

  • @matts2494
    @matts2494 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great video, thanks!

  • @eddiebatter
    @eddiebatter Před 6 měsíci +1

    Did you ever have trouble connecting to your PS5 while on the go? I left my PS5 on rest mode and when I try to access it on the Portal via my phone’s hotspot I keep getting an error. Otherwise it’s a great device. Thanks for the informative video!

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      No I have not experienced this, but it’s imaginable, it’s heavily dependent on the internet connection.
      Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

  • @negin9271
    @negin9271 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great review!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @1984MrDead
    @1984MrDead Před 6 měsíci +2

    Noticed with mine it works a lot better when on the 2.4ghz WiFi than 5ghz. No connection issues since I changed over

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Thanks for sharing this. yes sometimes it helps especially if your PS5 is a bit far from the wireless router because 2.4GHz waves travel further compared to 5Ghz might get weaker by the time they reach the PS5.
      I find that if possible it is best to connect PS5 to network using LAN cable.

  • @mahtabmarefatkhah1774
    @mahtabmarefatkhah1774 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great review 👌👌👌

  • @davidfromdownunder
    @davidfromdownunder Před 5 měsíci +1

    So many out there including with super strong and reliable WiFi connection are having massive issues. I'll be returning my PS5 Slim console tomorrow. Perhaps version 2.0 on PS6 will iron out connection / drop out issues. Sounds like you are one of the lucky Portal owners

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      I find that wiring the ps5 greatly improves the connection quality.

    • @davidfromdownunder
      @davidfromdownunder Před 5 měsíci +2

      @shinafifloo Just watched a handy video on CKid channel about that (Ethernet / hard wire to console from router) but also apparently if you disconnect your HDMi cable from the console that also improves the signal and latency. Something to do with the cable sending 4K signal to the TV whislt Portal then struggles. Why I don't know exactly but alot of Portal users are using this hack with improved connection & latency. Another hack for adding ANY Bluetooth headset is connecting a dongle to the console itself turning down the volume on the Portal and changing settings within the Portal which then gives you the ability to use ANY BT headset! Another someone mentioned is just to use a 3.5mm BT Adaptor and pair your BT headphones to that Adaptor although there is slight latency/lagging. Wouldn't surprise me if Gneshi (Switch BT Adaptor) are already on to this as a fix which will ruffle Sony's feathers as they want exclusively their Pulse series the only headgear to work on the Portal. I might hold onto the PS5 afterall if this in deed does work.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      @@davidfromdownunder oh i did not know about these. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼

    • @davidfromdownunder
      @davidfromdownunder Před 5 měsíci +1

      Although I won't be going to those drastic measures, I'll wait for version 2.0 when all issues are resolved with WiFi 6 capabilities (Perhaps that'll come with the PS5 Pro or PS6 in 2027 or beyond) I'll just remain patient

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      @@davidfromdownunderwaiting for the perfect gadget never comes to an end. I know the portal is not perfect, but it already delivers so much and is definitely worth trying out if you have the option.

  • @russisdope
    @russisdope Před 6 měsíci +1

    great review

  • @40calmob82
    @40calmob82 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Can't wait till they restock and have some available. I need one. As a father of 4 they always want to he on my TV and it's perfect for me to play and lay on the bed and still walk around amd handle my father business at home. I need it asap

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      I hope you get your hands on one soon 🙏🏼

  • @jodycarlosborrageiro9588
    @jodycarlosborrageiro9588 Před 5 měsíci +1

    So many people misunderstand that fast wifi and stable wifi are two drastically different things.....

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      Hige difference. 50mbps stable is better than 5gbps unstable wifi

  • @adalsteinn69
    @adalsteinn69 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thanks.

  • @monautopia
    @monautopia Před 6 měsíci +1

    👏🏻👍🏻

  • @benlovemusicuk
    @benlovemusicuk Před 5 měsíci +1

    Say I was visiting family, and they had a strong WiFi connection, I could connect the portal to my PS5 from their network?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Yes, as long as you do not turn off the ps5, and both the ps5 and the portal have internet access

    • @benlovemusicuk
      @benlovemusicuk Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@shinthegeek Great thanks

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 5 měsíci

      @@benlovemusicuk my pleasure

  • @mnky75
    @mnky75 Před 6 měsíci +1

    It looks like it really depends on your WiFi. This is the only positive review, where the reviewer has "average user" WiFi speeds.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      True, it really helps if PS5 is wired to internet

  • @kefaraa7509
    @kefaraa7509 Před 6 měsíci +1

    So wait, when you turn on the ps5 portal does it automatically turn on the ps5? And will it turn off the ps5 when you turn off the portal?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      No, turning the portal on does not turn on the ps5. The portal can only wake the ps5 up from rest mode.
      Also turning the portal off does not turn the ps5 off, it only disconnects from ps5. Depending on the ps5 settings, it will go into rest mode after a while.

    • @Marco14101997
      @Marco14101997 Před 6 měsíci +1

      ​@@shinthegeekso if i would be playing in bed i can't turn off my PS5 from my bed or put it back in rest mode with the portal?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      Yes if you are playing in bed with the portal, you can turn off your ps5 or put it in rest mode. But if you turn off ps5, you wont be able to turn it on with the portal.

  • @KillerCEOZ
    @KillerCEOZ Před 6 měsíci +1

    It really is a good device and works perfectly and just for 225 euro I can stream my games and play comfortable

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci +1

      True, anyone who has it is happy with it. Thanks for watching

  • @kadanye1221
    @kadanye1221 Před 6 měsíci +1

    But is the ps portal worth it than the Nintendo switch?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      I do not believe they are comparable, Portal is just an accessory to the PS5

  • @josephsostre2377
    @josephsostre2377 Před 6 měsíci +1

    What games you playing?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      Humanity, Returnal, Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart, Far Cry 6 🙏🏼

  • @nimft7951
    @nimft7951 Před 7 měsíci +1

    good 👌🏻

  • @JayFlare
    @JayFlare Před 7 měsíci +1

    What if u get stick drift ?

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 7 měsíci +1

      That is not gonna be easy to repair

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      @@user-ce1nd8zr6q thanks for the tip

  • @JustSendMeLocation
    @JustSendMeLocation Před 4 měsíci +1

    I returned my PlayStation portal, the fact that you can’t even use web browser or put a SIM card in is just stupid and defeats the entire purpose, now I just use an iPad + a back bone and it’s perfect, cheaper and way better than the portal.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 4 měsíci

      I am glad you found a setup that works for you and you are happy playing. That’s all matters

  • @AlSa1400
    @AlSa1400 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Ooof mobarake

  • @jhonsalchijhon5992
    @jhonsalchijhon5992 Před 7 měsíci +2

    It's the new wii u 😂

    • @noticeddamian
      @noticeddamian Před 7 měsíci +2

      Except with much worse latency and the Wii u came out 10 years ago 😂

    • @jhonsalchijhon5992
      @jhonsalchijhon5992 Před 7 měsíci

      @@noticeddamian I know jajajaja

  • @Aichauer
    @Aichauer Před 6 měsíci +3

    waht did others not tell me? Clickbait!👎

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      It was true at the time the video was uploaded

  • @corwinroberts4756
    @corwinroberts4756 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Laughing......

  • @DKN808
    @DKN808 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Yes let’s pay $200 + tax for a controller with a screen LOL.
    No OLED, No Apps, No Web browser, No Bluetooth, No streaming, Horrible speakers -it’s not even portable!
    Sony cash grab to compete w/iPhone/Android/Steam.

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 6 měsíci

      All that is true. It really depends on what you expect from it

    • @gomel47
      @gomel47 Před 5 měsíci +2

      $139 would be a more appropriate price for this accessory.

  • @Ecargallasandra
    @Ecargallasandra Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thumbnail is baiting….

  • @JayFlare
    @JayFlare Před 7 měsíci +1

    Why your thumbnail a female

    • @shinthegeek
      @shinthegeek  Před 7 měsíci +2

      My wife and I took a bunch of photos of the device and this one turned out good