Product Reviews

Recently I had an opportunity to test 3 items on today's consumer market. Each item had its pros and cons and could be a great benefit for their respective uses

1. PS4
The PlayStation 4 is a great console for all ages. The system is a complete upgrade in every aspect compared to the prior model. The slim console has a slim outer shell to go with a great new controller.

Pros:
The console is slimmer than a the Xbox one and also has a great new controller . The new controller has the same dual shock feel with a great new button response system. You truly feel like you are in the game. The new console has a great new and even faster processor and a great new resolution. It has a great built in blu-ray player which adds to the overall entertainment experience. This console is a great way to entertain your family or to be a hardcore gamer.

Cons: The controllers are only charged via cable so there is not an option to put batteries into the controller. The grips on the controller are also easily ripped. The batteries of the controller also die quickly . The new home interface is super confusing , and the new Spotify app is a great feature with potential however the Sony developers fail to use the untapped potential that this app has. It needs to be integrated better.

2. Xbox One

The Xbox One is a great console for all ages. The system is a complete upgrade in every aspect compared to the prior model. The console has a boxy outer shell to go with a new controller.

Pros:
The console is a lot more powerful and has a higher resolution than years past. It has a great amount of exclusives that are coming to the system. Their is a brand new controller that also came with the system.

Cons:
The console is bulky compared to the PS4. The load time is sometimes unbearable and the new controllers are a disgrace to the Xbox name. The controllers fall apart and are made of plastic. It is sad to see a a product that had a lot of potential but fell short. The Windows 8 time home screen is also a confusing and unresponsive way to navigate.

3. Star Wars Battlefront
This game is a reboot of the old video game series made on the PlayStation 2 model. The beloved game series now continues with this game. It is great for all ages 14+ due to violence and appeals to mild to super Star Wars fans.

Pros: The game captures great online gameplay with the addtion of Heros that are obtained randomly. It is a fast paced game that captures great moments and maps that greatly resemble the Planets in the movie. The space battles are also great because there are always 2 different wars happening in the game. (Space and Ground)

Cons: The game lacks a single player campaign which is disappointing. It would have been a great addition. The lack of variety of the types of matches you can play is also a disheartening feature for the game.