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| | Average Rating: 98 out of 100
Owned by 10 users
On 21 wishlists
99
This case is amazing. I assure you that if it was available in American stores, it'd be the fastest selling case yet.
Pros/Features
• Holds 2 UMDs and 2 memory sticks.
• The memory sticks are placed in wells underneath the PSP for security reasons.
• Once in, the PSP will not fall out of the case when dropped, held upside down, etc.
• Easy to take out and put it in.
• UMDs actually snap into the upper pockets and never even touch the screen.
• Very light, adds no noticible weight to the PSP.
• Made of real quality leather.
• Button closure. When I first heard this I sighed but now that I use it it's a lot better than any other type of locking mechanism. The snap is quick, sturdy and practical.
• Acces to everything including USB Ports, Buttons, Jacks, etc. Except for the UMD Door and memory stick slot.
• When closed, the L&R buttons are easy to press yet will not be accidentally pressed due to clever design.
• Easily fits in a pocket
• Makes holding the PSP a lot more comfortable while playing.
• Smells like a million bucks.
Cons
• Pricey when it comes to a PSP case (~$65)
• Customer service is so-so due to the location of the store (France) and price conversions, time difference etc. But I had no real problems just a minor shipping one where it took a month to ship due to a lost package. But I got free shipping.
• Kind of squeaky when squeezed because of the leather, not a huge problem. Although, after about a weeks usage the squeak goes away.
• Doesnt function as a stand
I have the Playgear Pocket as well and noticed some differences between them.
Quality
The Ambition protects the PSP with high quality leather while the PGP has a plastic type of material. In a drop test the Ambition bounced once then lay there unharmed while I noticed a few hairline cracks in the PGP.
Protection
The Ambition case offers great protection. The bottom of the case is arched, providing show resistance on the bottom. Also, it has a well on the lid which prevents the UMDs from touching the screen. The PGP offers equal protection.
Size
There are three aspects of size to take in consideration - height, width, and depth. The ambition is considerably shorter and less wide than the PGP however the PGP has the Ambition in depth. Take a UMD game and put it on top top of the PGP, that is the relative size. All in all, the Ambition is smaller.
If you are a PSP fanatic like myself and constantly care about it then this case is for you. With the outstanding features it cant be beat. If you can pay the price, get this case ASAP.
100
This is an excellently designed case.
Storage
What sold me on the case was the ability to have 3 games and 3 sticks with my PSP without having to carry anything else. 2UMDs are securely stored in the lid. They actually "snap" into the pockets. To pull them out you place your finger in a well found between the pockets. You lift and slide the UMD out. At first these were pretty tight and it was a bit difficult to get them out. But after 3 days of use they were broken in, making it easier to take out without losing any security.
There are two stick pockets in the base of the case. Just slide the stick in. To get it out one just pushes the stick out.
Protection
The case is very rigid while being pretty light. The PSP is held in place by pressure provided by padding on the left and right side of the case. The PSP is easy to take in and out of the case. The base is actually arched, resulting in space on the left and right side between itself and the PSP. The middle supports the PSP. I assume this provides some impact resistance should it be dropped base down.
The lid is attached to the base via rivets. It secures itself closed via a snap on the front. Pushing down on the lid result in very little flex and it does not appear to come near the screen. Opening up the lid I've found only slight marks from the directional pad on the lid UMD pocket.
Conclusion
This is such a well designed and good looking case that I'm not sure what could be better. The leather is nice and provides a high-quality/professional look to the PSP. The storage pockets are well placed and easy to use. Well worth the price.
98
Looks
This is one sexy case, it might not look it in the pictures but when you have it in your hands you think "wow this is brilliant." Made from real leather it gives the case an important feel to it.
Smell
Smell? Well it had to have a catergory of its own. When I recieved this I opened the box it came with and the smell of the rich leather hits you, you won't be able to stop smelling it, believe me.
Storage
It hols 2 UMDs and 2 Memory Sticks, and obviously the PSP itself. The UMDs fit VERY well in the compartments and will never slip out and it holds them very tight so they will never fall out onto the screen. I was worried about those things but I assure you the screen is safe. It's great how this case can store so much as it is the slimmest case I've seen and also it's very light, so you can easily slip it into your pocket.
Protection
This is the catergory which is probably the most important. This case is very hard, press down on top and there is only a very very slight dip but because the PSP is sunk down it won't even get close to it. I'm sure this thing will protect the PSP if you drop it. The inside is also lined with leather letting your PSP be stored softly and securely. Because it's a slim case the PSP is very tightly held in place, I assure you the PSP is going nowhere.
Price
I have to agree that this is quite expensive but quality does count.
Overall
Overall, this case is in strong competition with the Logitech Playgear case, the Logitech screams protection but is very bulky and quite heavy. And by the way if you drop the Logitech case it can crack the plastic. It has happend to someone I know although it's easily replaceable because they are cheap. If you have the money for the Noreve case buy it!
93
I got the Ambition case last week and can say that it is by far a better case than Logitech's Playgear Pocket crap (which I tried before this - waste of money). I have also tried the AirForm Pocket and Aero Case whice are also nice and inexpensive but bulky.
The Ambition case is very solid and well made - the PSP feels very protected and is far slimmer than Logotech even though there's room for two UMDs in the lid.
Also don't worry about the UMDs being on top of the screen - the UMDs are placed solid in the two inserts and don't touch the screen at all - and it isn't likely that they will touch the screen even with pressure on top. The case lid seems very solid and well shaped to withstand pressure.
Another great feature which makes the Ambition far better that Playgear pocket is that the PSP is held firmly in place by two foam rubber pads on the sides of the case - so the PSP doesen't fall out when the case is opened (unlike the Playgear case). And while the PSP is held down firmly in the case, it's still pretty easy to remove when swapping UMDs.
• Slim design (far slimmer than Playgear Pocket) doesn't make the PSP bulky like many other cases
• PSP held into place - doesn't fall out by accident
• PSP easily playable in case (I actually prefer this since the case makes the PSP a bit more comfortable to hold)
• Power and headset ports not covered by the case
• The two USD "slots" are a great idea and feels safe and secure for the screen
• Quick to open and secure when closed - no zipper-close
• Nice overall look and feel - feels expensive and hand made - NICE!
• Two small slots for memorystick duo cards under the PSP
• USB slot covered when closed (no real problem)
• PSP must be removed from case to change UMD (again no big problem since the PSP is easily removed and replaced)
• Maybe not enough room in the opening for a handstrap - haven't tried this though
• Expensive - this is no cheap plastic crap!
If you a looking for a slim case which doesn't make the PSP bulky, and have room for a few UMD's - the Ambition case is the way to go! But if you are looking for a closed case whick holds more UMDs, headset, cleaning-cloth, etc., and don't care for the extra bulkyness, go for a bigger case/bag like the Aero Case which is cheap and pretty nice also 
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