Sony Playstation 3 Accessories

Wireless Controller (Sixaxis):

Familiar Yet Different The Wireless PS3 controller has a comforting familiaritiy to it, but also has some visual and some hidden differences compared with the PS2 controller. First thing you notice is that it's now a wireless setup. Sony has redesigned the control pad for the PS3. The good news is that it incorporates Sony's Sixaxis sensing system. This system senses the movement from the player and translates it into moves on screen. This means that when you move the controller in the vain attempt to avoid something on the PS2 without anything extra happening, on the PS3 it does! This new technology gives developers a whole new diverse uses for the controller. The bad news on this front is that Sony claims the inclusion of rumble feedback isn't possible in the Sixaxis alongside the motion sensor.

Sixaxis Features 'PS' Button: This new button is located on the top of the controller between the Select and Start buttons. This button lights up when the pad is plugged in and charging. Use this button to turn on PS3 when it's in StandBy mode. Analogue Sticks: More sensitive than the PS2 controller. Also allows slightly more travel and less of a 'dead spot' in the center setting. Lithium-ion Battery: A Lithium-ion battery allows up to 30 hours of game play from a single charge.

USB Slot: Allows you to connect the controller to the PS3 to charge the unit. L1/L2 Buttons: These have been re-designed in a trigger style, they angle inwards when pressed. Buttons are also more sensative than the PS2 controller buttons. Player ID: Along the front of the controller are four LED's to indicate which wireless player you are.