Could Apps Transform Vita’s Fortunes?

As much as it pains us to admit it, the PlayStation Vita isn't in the best shape at present. The console is struggling to convince players that it is worth its lofty price point, and rivals such as Nintendo's 3DS and smartphone platforms like iOS and Android are stealing away precious market share. Having already ruled out a price cut to stimulate dismal sales – the exact same course of action Nintendo took when the 3DS was faltering – Sony is clearly hoping that forthcoming gaming software will provide the tonic the console badly needs.