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Oct 18 2005
Capdase Luxury Hard Case Review
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| Summary: Sony woudn't be able to produce a better product
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I previously purchased the MadCatz Stealth case, because of its slim form-factor. After seing this case on PSP411, and reading all the great reviews, I thiought I would give it a try. Although both cases are simular, the end result is like comparing a Toyota and a Lexus, there is that big a difference in the quality of these products.
In this review I will compare the Capdase with the MadCatz, and add a few points not found in other reviews.
The Capdase secures the PSP much better in the case than the MadCatz. The top-inside of the Capdase case actutally has two rubber nubs that fit in the screw-holes on the top of the PSP. There is also a slight ridge along the bottom-inside of the case to futher secure the PSP. By comparison, the Stealth Case basically uses its neoprene rubber, on the inside of the case, to secure the PSP with a slight amout of pressure (somewhat simular to Logitech's PGP).
Because the Stealth Case doesn't secure the PSP very rigidly, it becomes problematic for the UMD door operation. More often than not, the Stealth Case would not be perfectly aligned with the PSP's UMD door and when you attemped to eject the disk, the UMD wouldn't fully eject. Since the Capdase forms around the PSP, like a second skin, UMD ejections are not a problem.
One apparent "feature" of the Stealth Case is the polycarbonate screen protector. I believe the true purpose of this protector is to prevent the front of the case from blocking the PSP's sholder buttons. It the protector is removed, it is difficut to press these buttons, and if you did so it would be a very ackward and uncomfortable experience.
The form factor is one of the best attributes of the Capdase. It basically provides a 1 mm "second skins" around the PSP. The Stealth Case is about 1 cm thicker top to bottom, by comparison.
If there is one catagory that the Madcatz trumps the Capdase, is its extra Pro Duo card holders. Because the Madcatz case is 1 cm thicker, it allowed for the inclusion of a memory card holders that you can slide in additional memory cards, that are held very securely. The Capdase, in comparison, only has two holes cut in the neoprene, on the top-inside of the case. When I tested it, the neoprene didn't secure the memory cards in place at all, and if used I believe it could even damage PSP's screen. Capdase shouldn't have even bothered with this.
The only other aspect of the Capdase that I feel could be improved are the hinges for the top cover. The bottom hinge is stiff and the top hinge is loose. I would prefer that both hinges be stiff so the case can be user configureable to custom angles. As it is, it is only partially configurable to custom angles.
The Capdase Luxury case beats the Madcatz Stealth Case hands down in its execution, certainly worth the ~$10 premium the Capdase commands. This case fits the PSP so well, that there is really no need to ever remove it. I don't think Sony themselves would be able to produce a better product.
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I guess that only leaves one question for me to ask, should I go with the silver or black version?
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i ordered this case i'm waiting for it to come in i'll let ya'll know what its like
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SpecialK:
The back of all versions of the Capdase Luxury case are black, so IMHO black would look much better than silver.
BTW as an alternative to Yesasia.com, you can buy this product on Ebay now.
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lol ebay, might as well go with yesasia as on ebay u'll pay nearly the same price since yesasia gives free worldwide shipping. Anyway ordered mine, it shipped 17th, prolly get it next monday, i'll voice my opinion by then. Who has more than 1 stick anyway.
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I have more than one stick.  I ordered mine as well middle of last week, so it should be here soon. Great review. I currently have the Brando silver case which was great but I need to change cases now.
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I have it, but unfortunately my psp is in for repair by sony for 8 dead pixels. The case looks like its great for people looking for slimness, but doesnt offer much protection IMO. And I'm a little scared that the umd door and the case closing mechanism are going to become loose after a while. Cant really say because I dont have a psp to put and test it in there.
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It sounds like a pretty solid case.
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:coughcough: fyi... Lexus is owned by Toyota...i.e. one in the same 
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*coughcough*Why are we talking about Japanese car makers instead of talking about this case called The Capdase Luxury Hard Case?*coughcough* Plus, I hate Lexus and Toyota
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califrag:
*AHEM* The Lexus/Toyota analogy was deliberate. Lexus cars are generally more refined, expensive, and have more luxurios atributes compared to the Toyota conterparts. Likewise, the Capdase is more refined, expensive, and has more luxrios atributes compared to Madcatz's Stealth Case. I feel the analogy is appropriate, too bad it went over your head.
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dont worry, some of us got the analogy you said they were similar, because toyota and lexus are made very similarly in fact the low end lexus and a high end camry are very similar. however, the lexus does offer that much more luxury and quality in the end even though toyota is very well made and high quality as is.
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WHERE CAN I GET THIS IN AUSTRALIA... anyone know, i really want this case, any Austrlian member got one?
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yesasia.com is the only place that sells it period. Ebay has em but not worth the price people are asking.
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aaronprather, I got the analogy, I was just making fun of califrag.
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i got this case last week and it's awsome.i had the pgp and to me this out shines it and is also alot lighter and alot less bulky.even though there are cases out there that hold everything but the kitchen sink , this is just enough for me.i only go so far to where the game in the psp is the only one i need and if i want music or movies it does carry to duo's. and one of the best features as least in my opinion is that now when i lay in bed and play it does not fall out and hit me in the head , like it did when i had the playgear pocket it is 100% secure.
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