Vanguard Personal Gaming Environment

Product Description

The Vanguard takes gaming to a whole new level of convenience with a remote control and a PGE Sling for easy carrying. Its rugged armored shell protects your favorite console while in transit, even if that simply means going from room to room. And it's TSA friendly, so make it your carry-on. Looks like layovers just got awesome The GAEMS Vanguard allows you to transform any space into your own Personal Gaming Environment. No matter where you are, all you have to do is pop it open, plug it in and play. Immerse yourself in every detail with the Vanguard's non-reflective 19" 720p (1080p scaled) El-LED display. Unleash the power of its metal-coned chambered speakers, or make your experience a little more personal by utilizing its dual output jacks. The Vanguard takes gaming to a whole new level of convenience with a remote control and a PGE Sling for easy carrying. Its rugged armored shell protects your favorite console while in transit, even if that simply means going from room to room. And it's TSA friendly, so you can throw it in your carry-on. Looks like layovers just got awesome. Comes in a pretty little package: PGE Slinger Remote Accessory Storage Bags Custom Fit EVA Foam Base HDMI Cable Power Supply Mad Respect The Vanguard takes gaming to a whole new level of convenience with a remote control and a PGE Sling for easy carrying. Its rugged armored shell protects your favorite console while in transit, even if that simply means going from room to room. And it's TSA friendly, so make it your carry-on. Looks like layovers just got awesome. platform :b PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, XBOX ONE S

Features

• Storage bags hold your Controllers, power supplies, and other accessories
• Shoulder strap, and sticker kit included, Resolution 1366 x 768, display colors (8 bit) 16.7M, Audio integrated stereo speakers
• Removable center badge on the case exterior for future customization
• Comes in a pretty Little package: peg Sling, accessory storage bags, custom Fit EVA foam base (Xbox One upgrade kit included), HDMI cable, power supply, Mad respect
• Interior case LED lighting. Product Dimensions 19.75 w x 7 d x 16.75 H inches. Compatibility: Xbox One , Xbox 360 E, Xbox 360 S, Xbox 360 Elite, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 Slim

Top Reviews

Great toy with a bunch of caveats.
by Rob (4 out of 5 stars)
May 8, 2015

Edit two years later: Please, at least read the addition I made later to the bottom, especially if you are a PS4 pro owner.

Great buy considering it is the only real product in this market. But There are a lot of things to consider and I will try to keep it as to the point as possible.

I am an airline pilot and I like gaming. I spend a lot of time away in hotels, so it seemed this was an amazing way to bring my fun with me so I'm more likely to get stuff done while I'm home. That part has worked. It's very portable, works as advertised, and easy to set up and tear down.

List time!

Pros:
-Decently sturdy case, hasn't come open unintentionally at all really. It has a catch mechanism on the front middle, so that even if the two side latches come undone, you have to push in on the logo by the handle for it to release.
-Good sized screen
-Speakers are.... decent for what they are
-The foam storage bags that come with it are great! With PS4, I can fit power cords, controller cord, HDMI cable, controller, Elgato gamecapture HD60 and USB cord, games. I store my games in those colored plastic sleeves and they just go under the console retaining strap. As long as you don't have them stacked like 10 games high, it'll be fine.
-Two headphone jacks

Cons (gonna be a big one..)
-Overall built to a price. All of the components are extremely low quality as noted below.
-NOT 1080!!!! This is advertised as 1080i I've attached photos of the screen taken from an xbox 360 at different resolutions. You can see the difference between 480 and 720, but between 720 and 1080i/p, it is identical. I first noticed this when I plugged my laptop in and everything just looked off compared to my 1080p laptop screen. This accepts the 1080 signal but as far as I can tell, it is not an actual full HD screen.

It DOES get the job done and usually you won't notice it in games and videos, mind. But to me, this is false advertising, for which I cannot forgive.
-One dead pixel (not covered by anyone, even in 2015 somehow...)
-There's a weird pattern you see in dark screens on games
-I've seen that this isn't just me, I do frequently (meaning quite often!) get what I call the white screen of death. You turn it on and the screen washes over with white. Unplugging USB or turning off console doesn't fix it. You have to pull the power and try again. Sometimes it happens several times in a row, and with many different HDMI cables.
-One REALLY big issue with usability: the system does not properly identify itself via HDMI. Let me explain, this is mainly an issue on the PS4 because as of today, you cannot manually change between stereo and 5.1 for HDMI on the console. Why is this a big deal? In some games, they don't give you the option in game to change your speaker setup either (Watchdogs) which means the PS4 will be sending a 5.1 signal to a 2.0 speaker setup. You then realize how many important things come through the center channel in 5.1, including action noises, engines, voices, etc. So in games like that, you end up driving around hearing ambient sounds only.

The above is not a problem if you use headphones on the controller like I do, but if you want to use the speakers, forget it if you can't change to stereo in game.
-Perpetual buzzing sound through headphones connected to headphone jack on PGE
-While using PS4, the front lip of the case is not low enough. Ejected discs frequently get caught on the front of the case so you have to pull up a bit on the console first.
-Carry on- Yes it generally does fit fine in overhead compartments on planes. There are exceptions: CRJ-200 and EMB-145 so far will not fit it. It does not work well under seat in front, though possible. If those two options don't work, you're sending it under. Better hope it doesn't get broken because baggage handlers are not careful. They throw stuff around a lot.

There are a lot of little issues with this unit. That said, for the price, it is a great thing to have. I use it A LOT. I really wish there was a more expensive unit with a higher end screen and components.

A lot of people give negative feedback because it does not have a battery. Seriously people. My high end car battery jumper/portable power supply will power my laptop for only 2 hours. This thing would weigh a metric ton with a battery, not to mention more reliability issues.

If was truly as advertised (1080i), and didn't have a dead pixel and the random white screens of death and the disc eject issue, I'd give it a 4/5.

Edit: Three years of ownership, and over two years since my original review. Apparently I did a good job with the original based on the feedback. Here is an update. To keep expectations in check, I am leaving everything above intact though. I am an airline pilot. When I do bring this, it does get put through its paces. I fly (commute) to work, then usually work 4-5 days. This thing gets thrown into hotel vans, thrown in the overhead, and overall moved and pulled around airports on my bag a ton. In three years of intermittent heavy use, no new issues. It has even been dropped once. I was sure I was screwed. It was all fine.

PS4 PRO OWNERS: I have had the pro for a year. I'm sad that they haven't updated this for that system. They responded to a query from me that they can not recommend that I use it for the pro. That said, I have found that if you put it in sideways, front to the right hand side with the right side lined up with the indentations on the pad, it works well enough. I also recommend trying to keep the power cord plugged in carefully when you transport. The PS4 power plug is clearly not designed for frequent unplugging and plugging in. At your own risk, I can confirm that it is possible. But if at any time you have difficulty closing the lid, do not force it. Move stuff around and try again. If you do break it, be a good customer and accept that you bent the rules. But I can say that it can work, and has worked for me.

Because it has stood up to three years of abuse and they apparently have edited their details about the screen resolution, I think it is fair to upgrade this to a 4/5.

If you love games and travel, are a pilot, or just like to go to a friend's place with it, I do recommend this product. For the combined price though, you might be better off getting a laptop than going out and getting a pro or xbone X and this. But it has been a great, durable companion so I can bring what I love with me while doing a job I love (NO, not in the cockpit).
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Fragile screen
by Btschultz (3 out of 5 stars)
August 17, 2017

I never truly got to enjoy this item. I bought it, being a service member, so I could relax and play a few video games in my of time while deployed. While this item was being transported to my duty station, something rocked against the screen and cracked it, rendering it useless. The warranty did not cover the cracked screen since it was not a defect, and I wasn't able to do anything about it since I was deployed and had no ability to reach the outside world. I'm sure this would have been enjoyable since I knew people that had it and were able to use theres. I just never got the opportunity. So if you read this and intend one traveling with it, insure that everything is secure inside of it and will not move around. The screen is very fragile and absolutely will break.
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Don't expect more than what is advertised. Enjoy mobility in console gaming.
by GrannyFunLovin (5 out of 5 stars)
August 22, 2017

I've had the Vanguard for a couple weeks now, and it is delightful. I think the negative reviews must be from people who are expecting too much. It is a 19" monitor, that does the job. It is not an elite gaming monitor, it's just a monitor. The case is nice. My XBONE fits snugly and securely. The remote for the monitor works fine. The shoulder strap is really the way to go for carrying. The handle is a little janky, but since the strap comes with it, perfect. With all of the power cables and everything, there's no room for my Xbox controller in the case, but since I travel with another bag anyway, no problem.

Understand what you're buying, and that it's really the best portable solution for protecting your monitor and xbox, and it's a great product. Enjoy!
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Awesome screen for gaming on the go.
by Timothy Musacchio (5 out of 5 stars)
January 27, 2018

I owned an older GAEMS box, and this one is everything that one should have been, and more. MUCH MUCH improved screen, and seemingly better sound. If you want to travel with your PS4, XBOX, or anything else for that matter, this is the luxury way to do it.
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Works with PS4 pro but has to turn it sideways. (See pic)
by Eric F. (5 out of 5 stars)
March 10, 2017

Exactly as expected. My advice is to turn down the sharpness. Will help the image quality quite a bit. Still folks it's 720p.. NOT 1080 or 4K.
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Low quality product
by MannyG (1 out of 5 stars)
December 8, 2018

I've had this system for exactly 97 days and a pixel in the center of the screen just died (it constantly glows red, so it's very distracting). In an attempt to return the unit for a replacement I've found the warranty period is only 90 days so I'm stuck with it. Obviously Gaems knows these screens are low quality and realize the likelihood of something going wrong because I've never heard of a manufacturer having a warranty period of less than one year and 90 days is just ridiculous. The screen also has poor contrast and it's hard to find an angle where the display does the games any justice. Very dissappointed.
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Very poor quality
by Shane Arnett (1 out of 5 stars)
May 31, 2018

Lid does not stay closed. Will not fit in overhead of the flight I regularly take.

I had extended travels this last trip out, my first trip out with this system and the return date has passed or I would return it. Minuse one star due to not having contact info for the seller.

UPDATE! Two weeks later and going to use the case again. The strap just came off one side as I preparing to board a flight. The clip came undone and the case fell from waist high and came open. Called Amazon and they are going to let me return it. Thank you thank thank you, now I hope my PS4 is not damaged.

I can not recomend this product.
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Great for travel
by kyle tunnell (5 out of 5 stars)
August 24, 2016

I travel often for work so I picked one of these before heading overseas for my last job. I was really worried that it would not survive flying all the way overseas through multiple stops but sure enough it did. Both the screen and my PS4 one made the trip without damage. As for the actual device. It has a very nice sleek look to it. It's really easy to lug around with the shoulder strap that comes with it. The sound is really surprising. Even at its default sound of only 50/100 it is more than loud enough for how close you will be sitting to play it and with good quality sound as well. The screen is a decent size for gaming as really in my opinion anything over mid 20's is too big for gaming. However the quality of the screen is only 720 and while not as noticeable on a small screen like this you can still tell. For the 300 dollar price tag they could have thrown a 1080 in it. My only other negative for this product is that the hooks that attach the sling to the case are a part of the sling instead of the case itself. So rather than clipping the sling to the hooks and it being 100% secure you kinda wedge the hooks into a little groove on the case. While walking through the airport the sling got caught on something and came unhooked. If not for me having my hand on the handle I would have dropped it. In the end though I would highly recommend this product to anyone in the military or who simply travels a lot.
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It likes that order best. This is awesome
by Ichino (5 out of 5 stars)
April 10, 2016

Make sure to turn the tv on first, then the system. It likes that order best. This is awesome, especially as far as portability goes. TV resolution is very good. I have run this for 8-10 hours at a time and it does fine. I also use a drying mat for dishes (the microfiber one) to protect the tv from scratches. I put my discs in thin packs on top of the gaming system and the drying mat makes sure they don't scratch the tv when the system is being moved from location to location.
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It's perfect just don't mess it up like me!
by Ruben (5 out of 5 stars)
May 25, 2018

It's great totally worth it I may have fick up my screen and I am truly sadden by it since I'm going on deployment with a screen that the colors are mess up by as long as you follow the instructions when packing it and don't let anyone drop it while your Xbox 1 is in it since it's a tight a tight fit everything will be perfect

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