on my vita they have my adress and city is this normal will this cost me more money
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from playstation website.how does it get my adress and city
shanemcevoy
Through near your location can be calculated through Wi-Fi hot spots or in 3G models, with use of GPS technology which is an exclusive capability of the 3G model. Be the first to find these valuable game gifts by logging into near via 3G and not waiting to get to a WiFi hot spot.
Im guessing this.
Which would probably be ur modem.
Dont ask me how it the modem knows the location though lol
for more information go to
http://us.playstation.com/psvita/apps/psvita-app-near.html
some more information about NEAR
Q: What is near?
A: near is PS Vitas integrated social networking app that enables you to check in to real-life locations and pick up or leave gifts for other gamers to find and use in their games. You can also locate and connect with your PlayStation Network friends and other gamers nearby for ad-hoc communication and multiplayer sessions, whether you set up lap-time challenges in WipEout 2048 or trade costumes with a competitor in Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3. Using ?near,? you can also see which games are the most popular and highest rated by fellow gamers near your location, which can help you locate new and interesting games..
near can calculate your location using a Wi-Fi location service; the 3G/Wi-Fi model includes GPS technology, which enables you to be the first to find valuable game gifts by logging into near via 3G with more precision and no need to wait for a Wi-Fi hot spot!
Q: Do you need 3G network connection to enjoy near?
A: No. PS Vita users can enjoy near using Wi-Fi, but a 3G connection is preferred in order to maximize nears capability. By using a 3G connection, users will be able to obtain more information and encounter new players in real time via near. Think of it as a geo-social gaming network that taps into your location, wherever you might be.
Q: What kinds of gifts can you give and receive using near?
A: near enables PS Vita owners to access virtual game-related items that other users are sharing by checking in at geographic locations that other PS Vita users have also visited. The virtual items can come in many forms: new character costumes, weapons, and treasures, just to name a few. Sharing these items between users adds a unique dimension to the portable gaming experience on PS Vita while enhancing the social connectivity among the PS Vita community.
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