Started with the same problem of solid on orange light but unit not turning on. Found that it is the on/off button not working not the level of charge. Got mine on by plugging USB into computer rather than wall plug and pressing on button whilst connecting to PC. Console turned on but now will not turn off, other problems now with other buttons. Touch screen working ok but none of the buttons or joysticks. After a couple of days pratting around with restores, formatting etc some of the buttons and both joysticks now working. Only bought her for xmas so loathsome to open her up unless Sony can't help. Awaiting return email.