Comments on: First look at possible Sony ‘break-apart’ controller shown in patent images

By: Smartbomb

Smartbomb — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:26:07 +0000

[...] can’t track handheld objects as naturally as the PSEye. And assuming the motion control wand has some buttons on it, PS3 players will also have a direct digital interface with their game, which would make a big [...]

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By: Seth

Seth — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:54:46 +0000

Sony press release:
Step 1: If your genitals resemble our new break-apart controller then please consult your local GP.

Step 2: Inform your doctor that your man-bits are infringing our copyright

Step 3: You now have the choice of having the offending article removed, or having your dongle branded with the Sony logo.

Step 4: Play safe!

By: Hits from the Web 10.31.08 : Gaming Guru

Hits from the Web 10.31.08 : Gaming Guru — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:33:28 +0000

[...] First look at possible Sony ‘break-apart’ controller shown in patent images [...]

By: Alasdair

Alasdair — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:33:24 +0000

Sweet Jesus, Clinker is right!
I will never touch that controller… ever.

By: Clinker

Clinker — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:21:44 +0000

All of these comments, and not a single person has pointed out how much this thing looks like a d*ck with balls! Come on people!

http://www.ps3informer.com/playstation-3/news/new-sony-controller-features-balls-wands-009446.php

By: firetaw

firetaw — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:10:43 +0000

i dont think this will take of. they would have to create a remote that feels just like a wii mote but handle like a ps3 controller. and utilizing the pseye? kinda farfatch. but people will buy anything to try it out. and if they dont like it well at least they can say they tryed. im guessing another boomerang banana controler in the making. those brings back memories D:

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Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:04:49 +0000

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By: Ben

Ben — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:49:21 +0000

Harch words Alasdair! All 3 systems do a good job but for me the PS3 hardware, pads and interface design is a class above the rest. XBL and Wii dashboards are a bit ugly and clunky in comparison. A lot’s down to person taste though.

The Wiimote is a good idea but hasn’t delivered anywhere near its potential. If Sony comes along and produces a similar yet better controller capable of taking FPS to the next level it will only be good for gaming.

By: Alasdair

Alasdair — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:17:56 +0000

Although it’s not necessarily a guaruntee that they’ll be producing this kind of controller, let’s not forget the Sixaxis. Obviously, Sony aren’t afraid to tread that ground *cough Wii Ripoff! *cough* and I say that if they want to waste their money by attempting to try another new front, let them do it. That way they’ll do us all a favour and leave the games market sooner.

By: Возможный концепт нового контроллера PS3

Возможный концепт нового контроллера PS3 — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 18:01:05 +0000

[...] Судя по всему, данный контроллер должен каким-то образом использовать камеру PlayStation Eye, кроме того, в контроллере будут использоваться сменные панели с различными кнопками, аналоговыми стиками и другими управляющие элементами. Все картинки из этого патента можно посмотреть тут. [...]

By: Xavier

Xavier — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:17:31 +0000

Ha, everybody criticizes the Wii yet all constructors are following its lead with motion detection…
I agree with ales, waaayy too complicated

By: Lloytron

Lloytron — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:11:07 +0000

As Michael says, filing a patent doesn’t mean that Sony wants to do anything of the sort. One of the aspects of patents is that if it is granted, they can prevent other companies doing things.

So even if they have no intention of doing anything with controller technology, they could come up with some neat ideas before Nintendo or MS, and actively prevent them from doing so. Or, sue the shit out of them if they do

By: Michael

Michael — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:05:49 +0000

If these are from patent applications, it does not meant hat it is intended to be produced, or will even look like that.

It’s not too complicated, these are extremely simple, even more so than the Wiimote in design.

If I were writing a patent, I would include ever possible variation of the product, to protect myself. For example, the double ended controller configuration, could conflict with the rumored Microsoft stick thingy(assuming it’s real, and microsoft hasn’t already filed a patent on it).

All in all, looks interesting. I am some what disappointed that everyone is so crazy about ultrasonics. This calls for using the PSEye to track X and Y, why they don’t look into computervision is a shame.

You could go but two PSEyes right now, and with A small amount of development(like a day), you could track a Dual Shock 3 the same way this patent calls out.

By: That Gaming Site » Blog Archive » PS3 Break Apart Controller

That Gaming Site » Blog Archive » PS3 Break Apart Controller — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:53:00 +0000

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By: ales

ales — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:25:42 +0000

This is too much of a complicated design, won’t work, won’t be manufactured and won’t ever be released for retail.

small faceplates that can get lost.. different configurations of controller from game to game.

Too much hassle and not likely worth it.

however it’s an idea, hopefully they work more on it and make it more user friendly

By: wohdin

wohdin — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:17:28 +0000

lol, Wiimote.