So far Sony has given no indication that they're going to make the same mistake MS did with RROD, much less try to ignore it.
No, just play one game and see what happens
Lol
DS4 thumb sticks might have a problem?
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So far Sony has given no indication that they're going to make the same mistake MS did with RROD, much less try to ignore it.
Lol
ginger ninja
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i can definitely see this happening, tried the PS4 a bit in gamestop and the analogs had a sort of cheepish feeling going on, less padding than ds3..other than that the controller seemed very solid, lack luster demo games however
If it is wearing out as fast as some people are claiming then this won't be a problem
Is the controller covered under the same 1 year warranty as the system?
I kept the box and receipt. I just looked at the included manual and it says 1 year warranty. I would assume the same is true for the one that comes with the system.
So do you get my point now though? Because seriously I don't think you got it... either way, if this turns out to be a serious issue, then absolutely sony handled it the same way MS did. They had a faulty piece of hardware and knowingly sold it to millions. If this turns out to be a problem I would be amazed if they had no idea about this.
Yeah but unlike the 360 which could fail at any time, even after your warranty expires, this will show the wear and tear immediately and they're going to be flooded with controller returns via warranty claim.
What device do you have that can use the DS4 wirelessly? PC and PS3 needs the micro USB cable.
Do you already have a PS4?
I never claimed them to be identical I said they're handling it in similar fashion. Both were sent out with an expiration date far sooner than anybody ever expected. I'm saying this hypothetically as a reminder before everybody jumps down my throat. I'm not even trying to press this issue I'm just sick of hearing "Hyperbole! RABBLE RABBLE! 360 cost 400, ds4 cost 60".
I can get it working on OSX fine, but on bootcamp W7 it doesnt like bluetooth that much...
But what is your argument trying to accomplish? You're making an assumption about nefarious intent for what purpose? How will it help us get these controllers corrected?
I mean are you expecting them to recall all controllers and systems, delay their launch until next year, all because the rubber wears down quickly? They're going to eat the cost of all the warranty returns while they're probably redesigning the controller with a different material to be filtered into retail when they can get the manufacturing pipeline going after redesign.
Wolves Evolve
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Well it wouldn't be the first time any of the companies have done it - but I am going to need some more convincing images in more convincing volume to be worried. If so, I'll certainly hold off on getting a second controller until there's some clarity about how many people experience problems under what conditions.
I lost three Xbox 360 controllers, including a smashed d-pad on those fancy new twisty-silver ones they were trumpeting. The battery pack life on the official play and charge kit is disgraceful.
The build quality on the original Sixaxis and Dualshock 3 were never great either, but I never had any blow up in my hand.
I do miss the old wireless Logitech and O2 Gaming pads for PS2 + Xbox; truly sturdy and truly durable.
Rubber caps for DS4 sticks? Where?
Duxxy3
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ionicbluebird
Member
What video?
Are those universal fit? Like does it definitely work on the DS4 even though none of them have yet to be designed specifically for the DS4?
You don't think I get it because I disagree with you. And again you're projecting your assumptions in hyperbolic fashion.
Yes.
PJV3
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This could be anything from a bad batch of rubber to a serious fault in the production process (excluding missuse by owners for arguments sake).
We won't really know until more are out in people's hands, it's a potential problem at the moment. Mass production can be a bitch sometimes.
We won't really know until more are out in people's hands, it's a potential problem at the moment. Mass production can be a bitch sometimes.
Duxxy3
Member
Yup, fits fine on a DS4.
Grip-it brand right?
Duxxy3
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Napalm_Frank
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I was wondering when the first real PS4 launch *gate* would appear. I hope this is fixed very soon as in they have already bee.n working on it for a while.
Cool thanks. Ordered.
+1.
CaseyTappy
Member
I say it's a feature .
The rubber moulds to the shape of your thumb and so provides extra comfort, traction and precision.
Only on Playstation !
The rubber moulds to the shape of your thumb and so provides extra comfort, traction and precision.
Only on Playstation !
Marvel
could never
Stop making sense!
Even though the sticks are slightly smaller, the same shit fits from the old controllers. Even FPS Freeks and shit.
Fucking amazing post.
Dude is on a crazy mission and it's a little...weird.
Wolves Evolve
Member
Wait.. people are performing.. "stress tests"... hahaah. I'm guessing they're not qualified engineers in a lab. I'm guessing they're just wrecking their stuff.
Who's performing stress tests here? All I'm reading are reports of our DS4 wear from our current gaming habits using it on PS3 and PC games.
Pop
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I actually meant something like this; http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00552Q7ZK/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I think all of them are universal fit, since the sticks are very similar in size.
RedAssedApe
Banned
But will it blend?
Great post. Abusing your controller as "stress testing" isn't proof of anything it's abusing your controller. That's not a typical usage case. There is a reason why warranties usually have terms indicating non-coverage from misuse.
If this is really a widespread issue we'll find out soon enough when a million+ of us get our hands on ds4s and play with them through the holidays.
RedAssedApe
Banned
Would be funny if it ended up bring like antenna gate with the iPhone 4 where Steve jobs was pretty much...you guys are idiots and aren't using the device properly but here have a free bumper and quit your whining.
Sony will make a how to use your ds4 video
Sony will make a how to use your ds4 video
So far, based on many first hand impressions, the minority have had this issue with their controller. We're talking lower 5% here, and nobody I know has had this issue (around 7 friends of mine) and neither have I. Doing what your saying to do right now is a bit premature and yes, making mountains out of mole hills. Granted I have a small sample size to work with here, so do you.
A thread dedicated to seeing issues in the controller, of course it is going to look like a massive issue. Problem is you dont know what kind of stress these controllers have been under, perhaps so much so that the controller shouldnt have seen it in the first place. Again, even in here, the minority are those who are having issues. No sense in getting your pitchforks raised for an issue that we aren't entirely sure exists.
Why in the world would they do that?
Damn, huge difference between the two controllers. Xbox One's sticks looks perfect.
I love the grippy side bits on the X1 controller. Not sure if they will be useful at all, they just look cool.
oh wow, so this could actually be an issue? That's strange. The rubber material looks the same as the one on the PS3. I haven't used a DS4 yet though. I just picked up my two PS3 controllers and didn't even see sign of wear and tear on them. Maybe this is a bad batch? The developers have been using these controllers for months..
This is what they look like now.
edit: the one on the right has two weeks of normal use. the one on the left has two weeks of normal use and stress testing on top of that.
Wow those sticks look really cheap and nasty up close like that :/
TurboDonkey
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I dislike the convex style of the DS4 sticks centers, should be concave and are a bit hard feeling. Also, still not 100% convinced by the triggers, a little spongy and the angle is still slightly inwards on them.
XO pad feels perfect, but still a question mark over the bumpers.
looks like the rubber that gym mats are made out of more than the ps3 rubber. or it could be that sony removed the grease that oozed out of the ps3 sticks during manufacturing and as a result the rubber lost its durability.
its hard to tell from the pics but are the sticks being worn smooth or is the rubber pulling off down to the plastic inside?
Agreed, shame I won't be using one :/
they feel quite cheap and spongy, but in a good way. like some old limited run third party pad that you prefer over the official one.