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accessories
NZXT Sentry 2 Touchscreen Fan Belongs In KITT's Dashboard
This is the NZXT Sentry 2 fan controller. It installs into any 5.25-inch bay, and you can use its touch screen interface to set the speed of up to five fans. Note: Leather pants are not included. [NZXT via BBG]
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By Jesus DiazComment by dingus: This is why the Good Lord made Speedfan. Or Alfredo Comparetti. I forget who. 6 Responses | Other threads
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accessories
Gamebone Valiantly Tries to Improve iPhone Gaming
The Gamebone is an external gamepad for the iPhone platform that hopes to add buttons (and therefore gaming cred) to the buttonless devices, but we're just not confident it's been fully thought through. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by greasypigarvin: That concept of the ipod case that adds buttons to the side making the whole thing resemble an original PSP... 1 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Sony: Dual Shock Still Defacto, Motion Control Secondary
We saw Sony's impressive motion control demo. You may call it a gimmick, and even Sony admits that it's not the primary direction of the PlayStation 3. The Dual Shock will still reign as king. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by tok3ninja; is the best non-star commenter: I assumed when Sony announced motion control that it wasn't going to be a huge priority on their end. When... 9 Responses | Other threads
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nintendo
Princess Peach Will Love You Forever for This Nintendo Controller Card
Nothing says Happy Birthday better than a bathtub full of chocolate pudding, five bottles of champagne, and Prada high heel boots. Failing that, you can always send $13 NES controller multilayered collage cards. More » -
rumor
Wiimotish Xbox 360 Gametrak Freedom Dated for October 15
If you are interested in some wrist and arm action with the Xbox 360, the $70 Gametrack Freedom Motion Controller will be available on October 15, bundled with Squeeballs. I don't like the sound of this. [EB Games via Kotaku]
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By Jesus DiazComment by manywaters: Gametrak is proprietary to gametrak games. Fail = fail/fail. 2 Responses | Other threads
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xbox 360
Super Advantage Custom Xbox Controller Loses an Analog Stick, Gains Style
This may look like an old SNES gamepad, but oh, it isn't. No, it's a custom Xbox 360 gamepad. And sure, it lost an analog stick somewhere in its creation process, but it's still so damned cool. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by Segador: How is this any different than an actual Super Advantage? I see 4 little extra dots up top, but... 5 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
WSJ Confirms Xbox 360 Full Body Motion Sensing Controls
It's not official yet, but it's getting close: The Wall Street Journal is claiming that Microsoft is developing a new 3D video camera for the Xbox 360 that will allow you to control games, Wii-style. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by zenpoet: The reason people like Street Fighter is because they can do things they can't do it real life. If... 8 Responses | Other threads
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xbox 360
Is This Video of Microsoft's Xbox 360 Motion Controls?
The first meaty rumors of the Xbox 360 using full-body motion controls—without a controller—are pretty interesting, since Microsoft showed us their "write in the air" tech a couple months ago, complete with Xbox logo: More »
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Comment by MeanMF: I'm skeptical too.. But maybe Microsoft thinks that a lot people will pay a couple hundred bucks for a gimmicky... 7 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Rumor: Xbox 360 Getting Full-Body Motion Sensing Controls
This is kind of a wild one: The Xbox 360 is going to one-up the Wii and PS3's motion controls with full-body motion sensing. More »
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Comment by OCEntertainment: If they could manage to make these kinds of interfaces actually cool, and less fruity, I'm all for it. Don't get... 2 Responses | Other threads
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synthesizer
Teenage Engineering's OP-1 Is a Sleekly Satisfying Synthesizer
The Operator 1 is a portable synth and MIDI controller that lets you sample Beyonce, work your tweaking magic, and convert your sounds instantly to MP3. More » -
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Industrious Stoners Tackle Another Project: The Atari Pipe
Sorry, straight-edgers. Continuing our theme of "Pot Hacks March," loyal reader Brian sent in his creation, a pipe made out of an Atari 2600 controller. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Hyman Decent: I don't remember this joystick having buttons on the side. 10 Responses | Other threads
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ces 2009
Disney Star Guitarist: Guitar Hero, But With Real Guitars
Any real guitarist will tell you that Guitar Hero has nothing to do with any real-world instrument. Disney, surprisingly, has created an educational and inoffensive spin that uses a real guitar as a controller. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by albokay: great, another thing id like that they wont put a left handed version out for. 8 Responses | Other threads
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ps3
If Only Sony Made Such a Clever PS3 Remote
There's nothing wrong with Sony's Blu-ray remote for the PS3, but there's nothing especially right about it either. And as unwieldy as it may be, this generic 3-in-1 solution looks much better. -
nintendo
New Wii Disk Drives Render Modchips Useless
In their latest attempt to block homebrew on the Wii, Nintendo has begun using a new revision of the Wii's optical drive—one that prevents any existing mod chip from functioning.
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By Seung LeeComment by Dragonis: You know what would be a great way to fight piracy in Australia, Nintendo? Release the games in reasonable time. 11 Responses | Other threads
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video games
Man's Necessities: Air, Water, and USB Atari 2600 Joysticks
The finicky, rubbery controls of the Atari 2600 were as much part of its charm as the classic arcade ports it's known for. And now, for a mere $15, those bittersweet memories can come to your Windows, Linux or OSX system through this faithful-looking USB recreation of the original Atari 2600 joystick. The peripheral promises compatibility for most emulators and support for up to four simultaneous controllers. We're just glad to see the phallus making a comeback. [Legacy]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Anonymoose: was that text added on or is it actually part of their advertisement? if it's the latter, someone needs to... 10 Responses | Other threads
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nintendo
Wii Multi-Player Controller Set Costs More than the Sum of its Parts
With little fanfare and no press release, a new Nintendo Wii Multi-Player Controller Set has appeared on at least one Target store shelf. Priced at $74.99, the set includes a Wiimote, Nunchuk and Wii Wheel. So how much money are you saving by buying your controllers in bulk? Errr...none actually. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by xcharliemx: What about tax? AHHH YOU SEE!? Now whut? 4 Responses | Other threads
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gaming
Disabled Gamer Builds Custom Whole-Body PS3 Setup
How much do we take being able to play games for granted? Disabled gamer KitsuneYume surely doesn't, seeing as he rigged a PS3 controller setup to work by using his entire body as input triggers, which allows him to hit a respectable 20 out of 25 possible PS3 controller functions. How well does it work? He was able to beat demos of Mirror's Edge, Heavenly Sword, Eternal Sonata and every other demo on the PSN. Dude, what's your address? Let's get you some retail games already as reward for having such an awesome setup. [PSN via Kotaku]
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By Jason ChenComment by Totalfixation: Okai so this is totally off topic here, but I wanted to point something out. Suppose someone who is pregnant... 13 Responses | Other threads
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guitar hero
Entrench Gender Norms While Breaking Them With Pink Guitar Hero Controllers
As a chick who's incredibly into both gaming and tech stuff, one of my biggest pet peeves EVER is the pinkification of girl stuff. Want to make me automatically hate something? Make it a shade of dusted coral. So despite these Aly & AJ-designed Rock Band and Guitar Hero-compatible controllers being in somewhat interesting shapes and relatively stylish (if you're 16) patterns... my first reaction is to want to puke all over them. Still, just because I can't stand pink doesn't mean there aren't gamer girls out there who actually do like the whole cutesy-wootsey ultra-femme look—if you know one, you can pick up one of these for $70 at Daisy Rock Girl Guitars. Oh god, just the name of that store makes me nauseous. [Daisy Rock via Popgadget]
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By Elaine ChowComment by Shamoononon, Vampire Grater - Now SWF: There is no around this comment because I know the next guy will make it... Looks like a pair a dusted... 4 Responses | Other threads
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xbox 360
Dealzmodo: $50 Limited Edition Red Xbox 360 Controller
We're still not sure that it's worth it, but if you wanted to get your hands on one of the Xbox 360 Limited Edition Red Accessory Kits complete with red controller and gray Play & Charge components, we've found it for $50 with free shipping, or about $15 below retail. It's possible we'll see the controller get even cheaper before it's gone forever, but we wouldn't count on it. On a side note, why does red have to be so cool? [Buy via BargainJack] -
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NES Controller Socket Lets You Control Your Mods with Nostalgia
Parallax has just released their NES controller socket to the delights of modders everywhere. Instead of forcing them to chop up an old NES to get the 7-pin socket, Parallax has made it available for only $2 on their site. The NES controller would be great for all kinds of little projects, from robots to old-school gaming devices, and we're really looking forward to seeing what inventive modders can do with the humble and much-loved controller. [MAKE]
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By Dan NosowitzComment by wcnghj: We are sorry to inform you that we can only accept orders with a minimum value of $10.00. To complete... 2 Responses | Other threads
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modding
Four-Foot SNES Controller Actually Works (For Shaquille O'Neal)
Taking inspiration as well as construction cues from the massive NES controller table built in May, SCAD Inc., which I will charitably call a garage-based novelty enlargement collective, set out to build a giant-sized SNES controller, complete with functioning buttons. A few months later the build is complete, and it looks, well, huge. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by inspiredEpic: Now what if they made a giant guitar hero controller o.o Through the Fire and Flames anyone? 2 Responses | Other threads
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xbox 360
New Official Xbox 360 Controller Spotted
Over at a German games convention going on now, IGN has come across a new Xbox 360 controller by Microsoft. Apparently it looks pretty much identical to the old one but includes an entirely redesigned directional pad (which makes sense, because the current d-pad isn't so good). Here's what IGN had to say about the play experience (and to see story UPDATES): More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Mike918: What? only in those countries? wtf? more » | Other threads
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gaming
Novint Falcon Force Feedback Controller Gets Valve Support
The long-in-development force-feedback PC game device Novint Falcon is a good idea in theory, but without actual support from games there's not a whole lot you can do with it. Good news though, since Valve just announced support with the controller for PC versions of The Orange Box, Counter-Strike: Source, the Half-Life 2 series, Team Fortress 2, Portal and Left 4 Dead. With the pistol grip accessory it'll be fine for every game, but what we really have hopes for is fiddling around with that gravity gun and feeling the force feedback with it. [Novint via Crunchgear]
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By Jason ChenComment by Sith_Librarian: This thing looks like a lot of fun. I wonder how something like this would fare with games life X-Wing... more » | Other threads
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concepts
SPult Universal Remote is Sleekly Simple by Ditching Most Buttons
Designer Yurii Smitana Perfilov clearly took a look at the chaotic button-fest that is the usual universal remote and thought "uuuugleee." So the first thing you notice about the sPult remote is its gorgeousness, like a retro-futuristic digital dagger. The second thing is the lack of buttons: that scroll wheel does volume or channels, selected at a push, and there's a favorites selector, mute and power function plus a simple display. I thought the back-lit Moto RAZR-like universal remote I just bought was attractive, but if sPult were more than a concept, I'd ditch that silver laser-keypad nastiness in a heartbeat. [Yanko design]
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By Kit EatonComment by Pyao lyang shen: @recklessinoz: yes, for the toe inclined, I can now use my toes and harness the power of the universal remote... more » | Other threads
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gaming
eDimensional's Ben Heck 1-Hand New Access Controller Now Available
Ben Heck of modding fame follows up his 5.1 headset for eDimensional with a one-handed PS3/PS2/PC controller. Although it's made for disabled gamers to play games they otherwise couldn't on a standard DualShock gamepad because of the swappable control modules, it's also very useful for regular gamers who need something they can handle with one hand while eating. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by robinandtami: I don't see myself being able to play hardcore shooters like Shadowrun with even a tenth of my current proficiency... more » | Other threads
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mods
PSP Plays Better With DualShock
The PSP controls are not horrible—though that analog nub leaves something to be desired—but the DualShock is a far more comfortable controller. Now the fine citizens at AcidMods have hacked the PSP hardware to work with the DualShock. Requiring no changes to the firmware, all functions but the brightness and volume are mapped to the controller. And it seems to work perfectly: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Noobs-R-Us: Yea, let's see you get on the subway and play with that contraption....what a tool. 1 Responses | Other threads
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nyko
Nyko's Charge Base 360 Xbox 360 Controller Charger Ships Now
Nyko's Charge Base 360 is finally shipping, acting much like the Charge Base PS3 they released last year. The 360 version is slightly different in that it comes with two special rechargeable battery packs with contacts that charge when docked into the charge base. If the $39 is slightly too expensive, you can go the cheaper route with Nyko's Charge Station 360, which just takes in packs instead of whole controllers. Order on June 2 and you'll be able to get their black and gold model, which looks like a original Star Trek series prop. [Nyko] -
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NES Controller Mod, May Just be Most Fun Coffee Table Ever
Forget touchscreen, solar powered or even self-destructing coffee tables... Kyle Downes has modded the coffee table into its best version ever: a retro-tastic NES controller. Just look at the sleek lines, the high quality finish and classy glass top. And then giggle at the fact that it actually works. Don't believe it? Check out the video after the gallery. More »
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By Kit EatonComment by xXCapto-ExsequorXx: Shoulda made it an Nes Dancepad. more » | Other threads
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gaming
Upcoming Xbox 360 Skateboard Controller Lets You Shred, Fight The Man, Retake Geometry For the Third Time
Actiga's partnering with Microsoft to make officially sponsored third-party wireless peripherals, the first of which is a skateboard controller. It's going to be compatible with the latest skating games, presumably, but there haven't been any compatibility announcements yet. What Actiga is going to follow this up with is unclear, but we'd think maybe a gun controller for all the FPS games, or a...yeah there's pretty much mostly shooter games on the 360. [Kotaku]
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By Jason ChenComment by DaOtter: @photophile: Combined IQ of the XBox and shitty skateboard-thing controllers > Actiga's Designers more » | Other threads
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gaming
Nintendo Releasing NEW White GameCube Controller
Why Nintendo's releasing a new wired controller after they discontinued the wonderful wireless WaveBird is unknown to us, but Japan will be able to get a brand new white gamepad for about 2000 yen, or $20 this month. Like most things Nintendo, it'll take a few months to get to the States (if it even does). Looking at the sales numbers of Smash Bros. Brawl makes it seem likely that it will. [Nintendo via Go Nintendo via Kotaku]
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By Jason ChenComment by arkowi: hopefully it just plugs into the wii-mote a la the classic controller. that would be ideal/ 1 Responses | Other threads
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review
Lightning Review: PlayStation 3 DualShock 3 Rumble Controller
The Gadget: The DualShock 3, PlayStation 3's now de facto controller with both rumble and motion-sensing. It replaces the previous SIXAXIS controller without rumble, which is now discontinued.
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By Jason ChenComment by Mrbungleface: hahaha looks just like the rest of him but still... i like it more » | Other threads
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gaming
PlayStation 3's DualShock 3 Controller Coming Next Week, SIXAXIS Discontinued
The DualShock 3 rumbling PS3 controller might have had an April 15 release date on it, but Sony says that units will be shipping out this week to hit stores by next week. If you see it in stores, buy it. Here's a list of games that will support rumble, with an asterisk after the ones that need an update to do so. Update: SteTo at MTV just reported that the non-rumbling motion-sensing SIXAXIS has been discontinued. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by DJP3DRO: @daftrok: And of course, I'd love to see where it says that I was explicitly stating the 360 was better.... more » | Other threads
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gaming
Cyber Smash Grip Add-on Turns Wiimotes Into DualShocks
Despite the supposedly game-changing motion controls that the Wii brings to gaming, a good portion of AAA games use the Wiimote in the more traditional controller sense. How do you make the one-handed controller more comfortable for two handed play? By shoving it inside a body that adds an "analog" stick and two DualShock-like grips. And when you're done making Snake do sexy things to Samus, it comes off for easy storage. [Cyber Gadget via Impress via Nintendo Wii Fanboy]
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By Jason ChenComment by poedgirl: When I first saw this I thought it was a replacement to the nunchuck of sorts. I thought it would... more » | Other threads
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gaming
Arcade-Style Mod Gives Xbox 360 Controller Glowing Buttons
Modder ShaolinDrunkard has given an Xbox 360 controller an awesome partly-retro, partly-modern makeover. So its got a classic old-style arcade layout with proper game cabinet-style buttons, and is housed in a chunky oak box. But then each button has bright LED backlighting, and the joystick has a neat Xbox green glow. Excellent, we think. Would make playing those old arcade games feel so much more authentic. Shame it's a one-off. [Technabob] -
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Guitar Hero III Gets Another Controller: Nyko's Front Man
I've never got into Guitar Hero, but if you're a fan and fancy a new controller, then here's Nyko's new Front Man for you. Wireless and fully compatible with GH3 (of course) it boasts all the usual control stuff like bidirectional strum bar and durable fret buttons. Plus it comes with interchangeable pick guards in "designer colors". That'll be black, white and shocking pink, then: perfect for those 70's riffs. It's available now for $49.99. [Ubergizmo]
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By Kit EatonComment by SuppleMonkey: @Jordan Lund: Er, found a way to use the Wii remote with your PS3? more » | Other threads
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guitar hero ds
Guitar Hero On Tour for Nintendo DS Controller Revealed
Turns out all those crazy Guitar Hero for DS renders were just about as crazy as the official add-on, with German gaming mag N-Zone.de showing off the wraparound controller in all its glory. It attaches to the back of the DS and has a hand strap so you don't drop the thing while hitting the notes on the right side (with your left hand). You hold the DS like a book and hit the four (not five) frets with your left hand fingers while strumming the touchscreen on the right, giving it as close a "Guitar Hero" feel as you're going to get on the DS. Will you be able to flip the attachment over to the left side in order to do lefty mode? Not sure, but check it out in motion after the jump. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by dasnake: it would be easier if they just made an actual guitar, instead of an on-screen one. over all pretty neat,... more » | Other threads
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gaming
KontrolFreek's FPS Freek Controller Add-ons Make Thumbstick Aiming Easier
KontrolFreek, the company that made the SpeedFreek add-ons to the Xbox 360 controller that we reviewed last year, has a new accessory coming soon called the FPS Freek. It's essentially a snap-on to your controller's thumbsticks, which lengthens them and makes small adjustments in aiming easier. Why is this necessary? IGN Gear says the first 20% of the range of motion is the hardest because of spring resistance, which makes small tweaks to aiming especially difficult. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by sned: It would be better if they extended them 3ft and I could bolt the controller to the floor. That way... more » | Other threads
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PlayStation 3 DualShock 3 Gets US Date: April 15
April 15 won't just be tax day, it'll be the day you can pick up the DualShock 3 (rumbling PS3 controller) in the US. The controller's already been available in Japan for months now, which means that if you're really keen on getting vibration before your buddies, you could import it from Asia and hook it up now. If that's too much work, $54.99 will get you one in April. [Kotaku]
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By Jason ChenComment by HyperDrunk: @berribrand: I prefer having more weight to my controller, I love the 360 controllers, they are the best controller i've... more » | Other threads
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gaming
Novint Upgrades the Falcon Controller With Black Version, Pistol Grip Accessory
Novint's Falcon 3D Haptic Joystick has been around for awhile now, but it has just received an upgrade in the form of a black version and an optional pistol grip accessory for FPS gaming. At $19.99, the grip is a little more expensive than the $4 price tag they hinted at last May, but if you are already paying $199 for the black Falcon, what is another $15? [Novint via i4u]
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By Sean FallonComment by SinisterBill: @Shai: I think he lost a bet. I'll stick to my razor mouse. more » | Other threads
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gaming
Xbox 360 Controller Mod Has Duplicate Buttons in the Rear
HG, or Head in the Game Controllers, had a brilliant idea to mod Xbox 360 controllers by duplicating some front face buttons onto the back. Why would you need this? So you won't have to move your thumb away from the stick—which usually controls aiming or camera movement—in order to hit the action buttons. More »
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