NEW YORK, 10:44 PM, THU JUL 24 | 72 POSTS IN THE LAST 24 HOURS | tips@gizmodo.com | RSS
UK | FR | NL | IT | DE | ES | JP | AU
Posts Tagged “

sixaxis

”
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.

The Price: $54.99

More »

10:32 PM on Wed Apr 2 2008
By Jason Chen
38,477 views, 62 comments

Latest by Mrbungleface: hahaha looks just like the rest of him but still... i like it more »

gaming

PSP Flexible Grip Gives Dualshock-Like Controls

The PSP is nice enough to hold, especially compared to the boxy DS Lite, but wouldn't it be better if it were even nicer? Like, Dualshock/Sixaxis nice? Now you can get this Flexible Hand Grip Advance Pad and make that dream come true. Sure, the bulk added doesn't really justify the slight comfort improvement from the grips, but if you've got huge man hands that cramp up with a little portable, this is totally worth it. [visavis via Famitsu via Kotaku]

6:00 PM on Thu Feb 7 2008
By Jason Chen
3,052 views, 18 comments

Latest by mcgarry83: Only thing DS has on the PSP is a touch screen oh and a bunch of games where you raise and take care of a a fake dog or cat...nice. I'll stick with my psp and custom firmware. more »

gaming

PlayStation 3's DualShock 3 Tech Exactly the Same as DualShock 2 Tech

We asked you yesterday whether you were happy or annoyed that rumble is back on the DualShock 3 for the PS3, but this new revelation may change your answer. GameDaily BIZ confirmed with SCEA that the rumble technology in the DualShock 3 is exactly the same as the on in the DualShock 2, and doesn't take advantage of "Immersion's new next-generation vibration technology." More »

2:50 PM on Fri Sep 21 2007
By Jason Chen
6,959 views, 18 comments

question of the day

Are you Happy or Annoyed Rumble is Back on the PS3 Dual Shock?

KSo last night, in Tokyo, Sony announced the long rumored PS3 controller with rumble. Considering the rechargeable batteries, wireless and rumble function, a pair of these is going to be about $100, you know? Is it better that they took it away and gave it back? Or should they have left it dead? Will someone make a PS2 DUALSHOCK adapter so we can recycle my rumbly PS2 joypads? Are you plunking down for these things?

5:55 PM on Thu Sep 20 2007
By Brian Lam
3,524 views, 42 comments

Sony Playstation DUALSHOCK 3 Wireless Controller Officially Rumbly [UPDATED] Kaz Hirai just announced it at TGS, in the US and Europe Spring 08, Japan in November. Ten titles supported including the new Metal Gear, no price yet. UPDATED: Game list below. [Kotaku]

10 comments

gaming

EA Confirms PS3 Rumble Controller With Live Unit

Confirming the previous "confirmation" about rumble coming to the PS3, EA has a Burnout Paradise demo booth set up at Tokyo Game Show complete with rumbling controllers. The controller itself looked exactly like a SIXAXIS, but had a sticker beneath it that said "RUMBLE." It was also much heavier, says IGN, than the standard SIXAXIS—which is to be expected. The rumble itself felt the same as the PS2's, which is unfortunate, because we were hoping for a 1989 Loma Prieta-level of shaking in this new one. [IGN via Kotaku - Thanks to Kotaku reader Peter]

1:40 PM on Wed Sep 19 2007
By Jason Chen
2,052 views, 9 comments

Latest by dink23: @ Fota:Yeah because there are so many people who were on the fence about the PS3 because they were waiting for rumble in the controller....it couldn't be because the game selections (or lack thereof) or the online game play community. more »

gaming

Sony Sends SIXAXIS Prototype to Developers, Doesn't Have Rumble

Sony's been passing out a slightly tweaked SIXAXIS controller to developers to work into their upcoming games. The good news is these SIXAXIS+ controllers have better motion sensing. The bad news is they don't have rumble. Sony says this is just the natural evolution of controller development. Everyone else says give them their goddamn rumble back. [Gamepro via Kotaku]

3:00 PM on Mon Aug 6 2007
By Jason Chen
1,918 views, 16 comments

dualshocking

Sony PS2/PSP Patent, Portable Gaming Less on Portable, More on Gaming

A Sony patent has just been unearthed for a device that combines the PSP with a Dual Shock PS2 controller, allowing for better, more comfortable control when playing the PSP. The connection could be wired or wireless, the PSP could be tilted for viewing angle and an external processing unit could even add additional functionality. Obviously the idea is no longer coming to fruition since Sony has moved on in the product line, but the same thing could be done with a PSP Slim and SIXAXIS. Hit the jump for the abstract. More »

11:00 AM on Fri Jul 27 2007
By Mark Wilson
2,334 views, 10 comments

Latest by Collins1990: @Delmarc: Actually, Nintendo haven't done this. Were you able to use a GC joypad to control a GBA? A Wii Remote to control a DS? more »

That's Not a Sixaxis on the LucasArts Box Sony is writing off the leaked Sixaxis we showed you as a "bad artist rendering." [Kotaku]

8 comments

rumor

LucasArts Leaks New SIXAXIS?

On the LucasArts website promoting their new Star Wars game, publicity shots show images of an unseen controller with the Sony branding. In this redesign, the left analog stick has been swapped with the D-pad (in a similar fashion to the 360 and Gamecube controllers). So is it real? More »

12:08 PM on Sun Jul 15 2007
By Mark Wilson
49,461 views, 33 comments

Jack Tretton Talks About SIXAXIS Rumble Rumor
In this clip, SCEA President and CEO Jack Tretton tells us about the potential for the PS3's SIXAXIS to ever rumble again. [kotaku]

8 comments

smart tech

Nyko Blu-Wave IR Remote Control for Playstation 3 a Welcome Sight

Playstation 3 owners: Fiddle with that programmable monster remote no longer. Nyko is here to save you the hassle with the Blu-Wave IR remote control, a simple USB/remote solution that will let you control DVD playback in a more traditional way rather than with the Sixaxis, Sony's official Playstation 3 controller. The buttons on the remote mimic the same functionality the Sixaxis provides, and communicates via infrared to the USB adapter which plugs into any port and doesn't require additional setup. The best part of it all? The Blu-Wave is only $20. More »

3:59 PM on Mon Jul 2 2007
By kevinhall2
10,082 views, 10 comments

Latest by jprafter: For those who are "missing the point" above... A major flaw (or "feature") of the PS3 is the Bluetooth (BT) remote capability. Yes the can be viewed as a move towards the future since BT does not have to be more »

sony

PS3 SIXAXIS Rumble Returning Soon

Now that all the lawsuit business is over between Sony and Immersion, the former is free to incorporate rumble back into their controllers. The PlayStation Magazine France edition has some details on the upcoming rumbling gamepads. More »

6:50 PM on Thu Jun 28 2007
By Jason Chen
10,095 views, 14 comments

review

Pelican's PS2 to PS3 Controller Adapter Hands-On

One of the main complaints about PS3's backward compatibility for PS2 games is the inability to use custom PS2 controllers like the DDR dance pads and the Guitar Hero guitars. For $14.99, Pelican gives you a cheap way to get your old controllers to work with your old games on your new system. More »

Feature

2:06 PM on Mon Jun 4 2007
By Jason Chen
43,969 views, 18 comments

woodworking

DIY PS3 Sixaxis Charging Station

Is your Sixaxis feeling left out from all the Wiimote charging stations you've been scoping out? Now you can build one yourself for the PS3. More »

8:20 PM on Wed May 23 2007
By Jason Chen
1,327 views, 3 comments

gadgets

PS360: Microsoft Controller, Meet Sony Controller

No, the world is not ending. But modder Ben Heck has taken the innards of a PS3 controller and magically fitted them into the Xbox 360 body. This includes the battery and USB charging port, making this "PS360" controller completely functional on your PS3. After once opening/destroying a Dual Shock with the hopes of fixing it, we appreciated this line from Heck himself:
It may not look like much but there was a good deal of finangling to get everything to fit and work correctly, especially the right analog stick.
Something about the SIXAXIS triggers force my hands into a constant state of almost dropping the controller. There would be a decent market if only Heck would sell this beautiful mod. More »

1:25 PM on Sun Apr 15 2007
By Mark Wilson
6,171 views, 22 comments

Latest by atomicvoodoo: Interesting mod...now if only there were games to play for the PS3. (Before the comments start coming in, I know there actually are games for the PS3...just not very many) more »

home entertainment

Microsoft Doesn't Jump On Motion Control Bandwagon ... Yet

The motion-controlling Wiimote and SIXAXIS seem to be taking the console gaming world by storm, but they are weaksauce, at least according to Microsoft. I'll just let Microsoft's Chris Satchell do the talking:
One thing I'm not certain of is that third parties are super-excited about that motion control—or at least they're not showing it with the games that are hitting the shelves yet. We're yet to see a really good game on Wii that really says 'OK that control kicked ass'.
Okay, no-go on the Wii, we get it. What about PS3 and the SIXAXIS?
I think the jury's way out on that. I don't know if it's really that meaningful or not. So I think the jury's out on whether everybody really wants [motion control] so we'll wait and see.
I'll be expecting my motion-control Xbox 360 controller by the holiday season, all right? Oh wait, it's already been done. –Travis Hudson More »

4:15 PM on Wed Apr 4 2007
By Travis Hudson
2,007 views, 18 comments

Latest by Leathersoup: Actually, it's strange but I thought that the motion control was awesome the first time I played NFS Carbon on the Wii. I seriously would love to play Project Gotham 3 with the Wii remote. more »

home entertainment

PS3 Vibration Return Confirmed?

This could just be a case of a mistaken developer, but Cory Barlog, a guy working on the PS3 version of God of War 3, has said there will be SIXAXIS and vibration support in the upcoming game. Wait, vibration support? Through the "standard" SIXAXIS controller? Does this mean that Sony's recent settlement with Immersion is really going to bring vibration back to the PS3? We hope so. – Jason Chen More »

8:00 PM on Tue Mar 13 2007
By Jason Chen
6,979 views, 13 comments

next »