Earlier today we got a first look at what our sources have confirmed is a prototype controller for Sony's forthcoming console, the PlayStation 4. While the photo provides only a limited view of the new design, it represents the culmination of several persistent rumors over the last few months, including reports of an integrated touch surface and PlayStation Move support. But what else can discern from the photo? Read on as we take a closer look.
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Probably going to be used for navigating the menu or something.
I think not only will the touchpad be used to show different buttons/menus but also may be used to display messages sent from friends so you no longer have to pause your game.
The final look may change but it is highly likely these features will be included in the final version.
Like, still take the shape of the controller, as they will but make it touch.
This way, you could like 'rearrange' the buttons and such to your liking.
:O Iduno, the idea sounds neat, though. :P
Not too late for Sony to fix that, as i'm sure anyone with a Vita can tell u it is better behind the Vita. U can't use ANY face buttons while your thumbs are busy reaching for a FRONTAL touch pad....
The problem with that is that you won't get the same feedback as using buttons. Sure, you could make the controller vibrate or what-not but devs as well as users will always pick a real button over a simulated one.
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Err, sorry, I prefer front touch, simply because I can actually SEE where my finger is going. I like rear touch as an idea, but in practice it's not as intuitive as front touch.
There are controllers out there that are built modularly, allowing you to disassemble and rearrange the controller so that analog sticks and buttons are placed according to personal preference. But this makes for a bit clunkier design (electronically).
While, yes, that is true. Who knows what technology they could use?
Just because right now there could be a delay doesn't mean always will be.
I just think it sounds fascinating, cause you could set buttons how you want.
You wouldn't be restricted to how the controlled is laid out, necessarily.
@ inveni0 - I wasn't aware of that, but a touch screen would remove that.
The control wouldn't necessarily be clunky, at least I wouldn't think so.
It looks like it has 2 cameras built into it, one on each side. This is interesting as it would mean every PS4 will have a built in PSEye and with controllers having the move sensor built in, you will not need to a Move controller separately. It also possibly means you will not be able to stack the PS4 vertically and to make proper use of all it's tech, you will need to place it not to high or to low.
I agree I said the same thing, i figured that would have been the other key point of the picture.
I also noticed that there is 1 button on the left near the d-pad (which is obvious to see) but there is another near the actual PS button scheme (S,T,C,X)...I guess they are both share buttons? and if this is a touch pad, what will it be used for exactly?
No its not, the share button wasn't a retarded rumor. It was featured and well talked about in the or is devkit documents that was leaked to Kotaku last month. And just about everything mentioned in that 60-80 page document was spot on and confirmed. Kotaku did say that the documents were about 9, months old and that the final specs they revealed from their source could change but very unlikely due to the nature of production and time schedules with launching this year.
KEEP in mind also that this picture of the "Or is" controller has been stated by more than one media outlet band their source that while this is a REAL controller, its also a very early iteration, and the final design will likely change. We don't know if this was the first or second or 3rd revision on the controller and it likely isn't the last.
For all we know this may very be old and the controller we see on Wednesday next week may feature the share button much like what was confirmed in the or is report documents for the or is devkits.
The speaker there are mics for voice chat and voice commands.
The L2 and R2 from what i hear are triggers like those on the 360 which is why this seems bulkier than the current line of dualshock controllers.
The new dpad s for a more comforting experience with fighting games, but i feel this new look is rather cheap and almost makes this an alien to the tradional PlayStation designs. My hope is that they change this one tiny aspect back to the more tradional spaced dpad design most are familiar with. Would also be nice if the buttons where clear like those on the vita.
The touchpad isnt a touch screen but has multiple functions, like being a clickable button as well as a touch surface.
The new dual analog sticks look promising,but do these feel less loose like the ones on the 360 controllers? Now if they can nail that down then have something special in your hands Sony.
The glowing blu light is for move, but i guess we will know more soon.
Cant wait to see the final product, looks intriguing. If this is just the controller, cant wait for the console itself.
Can't come up with a good use with such a SMALL touch pad or touch screen.
I think it's more or less useless.
compare the overall round shape of the PS3 controller to it you will see.
last time i checked human hands are shaped the same. when have you seen controllers with grips that are different to each other?
i love the design though.
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This controller "made in vietnam" and cheap feeling. Prototype or not.
This nice and cool? Man, your eyes wrong.
wouldn't be surprised if Sony chose to let go of it.
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People have complained that the Dualshock over the years is too small for many gamers so if the dimensions of this new controller is bulkier it looks like Sony listened to these complaints. Also the convex nature of the analogs are a welcome site.
Interesting to see the final model of this new Dualshock, the 20th is gonna be an epic event from the way things are turning out.
Oh does anyone else believe that since this new controller has been leaked that on Feb 20th we may actually see gameplay from PS4 games instead of just video trailers?
I will welcome almost any change, as long as it doesn't change the placement of the analog and face buttons.
If we see trailers, it might be in-game footage and not CGI. Like what we have seen from The Last of US and God of War: Accession. At least this is what I hope.
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Still using outdated stick placement
DPAD STILL in Primary/Natural position - Hello SONY the Left analog stick is used MORE then the DPAD, therefore the left analog should now be in the top/natural position.
Still poor wrist support - handles too short
This has bad ergonomics written all over it.
And, also, while at it.. how or where can I watch (or read?) Bungie's announcement.
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Alright, thank you, I will have to check it out.
so they're not sure. lol
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They might be on to something here. I just hope they keep the main buttons analog. Most people wouldn't know it, but the D pad on the DS3 isn't digital.
You mean : DUALSHOCK 2 gives greater gaming control and a more compelling interactive experience. Each button has 256 different levels of pressure....
Yep, this is true. The stronger you press X button in GT4, car goes faster.
Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. I can only hope that Sony keeps the buttons in the ps4 controller analog.
sonny and PlayStation all ways make u save money I mean the first ps3 was cheaper then the first Xbox 360 when having the same hardware if I remember right and look at cross buy