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First Playstation 3 Rumble-Enabled Controller Now Available From Nyko PDF Print E-mail
Written by Rivithed   
Friday, 07 March 2008
The first rumble-enabled Playstation 3 controller is finally out in the US, but it's not from Sony. Nyko has released its Zero Wireless Controller for the Playstation 3. The controller retails for $59.99, about $5 more than the upcoming first-party Playstation 3 DUALSHOCK 3 controller, which will be released in April 2008.

Features of the Zero controller, as noted by Nyko:
- Dual vibration motors for full rumble feedback in supported games*
- Up to 25 hours of continuous play with removable, rechargeable, NiMH battery, complete with USB charge cable and optional battery compartment
- Reliable 2.4 GHz wireless technology for reliable and responsive range of up to 30 feet
- Equipped with a precise accelerometer that detects six different directions of motion
- Standard backlit LED buttons, precision analog sticks, durable buttons, and curved triggers
- Unique metal polymer hybrid design with heat-dissipating aluminum panels, available in three distinct colors to match the tastes of every gamer: Black, Silver and White

See more images of the Zero Wireless Controller below.

From Nyko

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Press release: NYKO'S ZERO WIRELESS CONTROLLER FOR PLAYSTATION®3 RUMBLES INTO STORES

Features Include Six-Direction Motion Sensing and Rumble Support for the Ultimate PS3 Gaming Experience

Los Angeles, CA - March 6, 2008 - Nyko Technologies®, the premier peripherals manufacturer, announced today that it has shipped its highly anticipated Zero Wireless Controller for PLAYSTATION®3. The Zero Wireless Controller provides a combination of style and performance with new rumble capabilities.

The Zero Wireless Controller is the ultimate solution for PS3 gaming, making it the top choice in high-end wireless controllers. Continuing the popularity of Nyko's Zero controller line, the new Zero for PS3 features include:

- Dual vibration motors for full rumble feedback in supported games*
- Up to 25 hours of continuous play with removable, rechargeable, NiMH battery, complete with USB charge cable and optional battery compartment
- Reliable 2.4 GHz wireless technology for reliable and responsive range of up to 30 feet
- Equipped with a precise accelerometer that detects six different directions of motion
- Standard backlit LED buttons, precision analog sticks, durable buttons, and curved triggers
- Unique metal polymer hybrid design with heat-dissipating aluminum panels, available in three distinct colors to match the tastes of every gamer: Black, Silver and White

"The new generation of consoles provided us with a building ground to develop a high-quality controller that exceeds gamers' expectations of what a 3rd party controller should offer," said Chris Arbogast, Marketing Director for Nyko. "We are confident that the Zero Wireless Controller for PS3 will prove its value by combining a solid, reliable design and unique features with the latest rumble and motion-sensing technology."

The Zero Wireless Controller for PS3 is now available at retailers nationwide for the suggested retail price of $59.99. Visit www.nyko.com for more information.

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