The PlayStation VITA, commonly abbreviated as PS VITA, is a handheld game console developed and released by Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2011. It is the successor to the PlayStation Portable and is part of the eighth generation of video game consoles. The VITA has a 5-inch OLED touchscreen, dual analog sticks, and a rear touchpad. It also supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G connectivity. It is capable of playing both physical and digital games, and features a variety of applications and services. The VITA is compatible with PlayStation 4, allowing players to stream games from the console to the handheld.