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The leading gaming peripherals developer, Nyko has introduced two new accessories designed for PS3 console. The peripherals are The ChargeBase (a SIXAXIS controller charger) and BluWave (an infrared remote control) that make a good use of traditional infrared light waves to communicate with PS3 consoles.

The ChargeBase is the peripheral that provides PS3 owners a charging and storage solution for rumbling SIXAXIS controllers. The charging station can very easily accommodate four chargers at a time with featuring an external power supply in place of USB power. With a more prolific approach, the charger can be plugged directly into any wall outlet.

On the other hand, BluWave remote control is the device designed exclusively for PS3, allows an easy access to movies and music on Blu-Ray, DVD, and CD.

As we see the design of the controller, we don’t find any innovative work as the peripherals come with pretty traditional look, but entrenched Polyurethane coated buttons provide an additional comfort and durability that won’t get torn-off, so easily.

So, if you find it quite uncomfortable with a cluster of cables laying around your table, get your hands on cable-free ChargeBase charger for just $40.

Via: engadget

Known for its Walkman and music phones, Sony Ericsson is planning to enter in the arena of gaming mobile phones. Sony Ericsson will unveil its first gaming phone at the Mobility World Congress.

It seems like monopoly in PC peripheral industry failed to quench Logitech’s thirst for status and riches, hence has thrown hat into the gaming ring as the company has expressed its wish to develop a gaming controller. Chris Spearing, UK and Ireland manager for Logitech, has informed that his company is contemplating a new gaming peripheral that is virtually a Wiimote substitute. The new peripheral will be a combination of two distinct features -

1) Wii-mote’s motion-sensing capability

2) Sixaxis’ rumble control

Talking about rumble vs. motion control issue, Spearing said that Sixaxis’ force-feedback really works for some games. And for the Wii-mote’s intuitive motion-sensing feature, he said people rush out to score a Wii for realism, which they get while swinging a tennis racket or waving arm to and fro while playing Bowling.

Recently, gaming industry is speculating about the new PSP. But, Sony entered the scenario to control the situation. John Koller, Marketing Manager of Sony Computer Entertainment put end to all these speculations. He clarified that no such announcements have yet been made. But, he didn’t compltrely deny about the reworking of portable.

All these rumors spread after Kotaku, a gaming blog, said about the new PSP being informed by the close sources of Sony. It will come later this year. It is also clarified that system would not follow the footsteps of current PSP, whereas it would be akin to DS Lite. Sources of Kotaku also informed that revised PSP would be having small body, much enhanced screen. In order to speed up the load times, it has internal flash memory.

Koller also said that, “We haven’t announced anything about a new PSP, much less one that would have any phone capabilities.”

Via:kikizo

International teams and a roaring action packed five-minute football match. What happens when this is available as a PC demo?

It so readily just kicks up, dosen’t it?

This coupled with the awesome graphics and audio developed just like that of the PS3 and Xbox 360, it is a goal all the way for pc gamers.

What more can we ask for when it is also supposed to feature the game play run with an Artificial intelligence system that learns and adapts according to the player’s style of playing the game.

The PES 2008 (Pro Evolution Soccer 2008) features with an in-house AI programming system called Teamvision.

Every player and object is treated as an individual entity, so to speak even with the timing of shots entirely down to the player. The distribution of passes, defending the goal, all of it seems to be working on a similar fashion.

Excellent control system with respect to toying before the big goal, dodging and defending the ball seems to make the whole game play experience fantastic.

With a 1.1GB PES 2008 demo available for gamers, it’s a huge kick and a great start by Konami.

This PES 2008 is said to be released for 360, PS3, PC and PS2 on October, 26th.

Via Source: Pro

Finally Sony has revealed the long-expected 40GB PlayStation 3, which promises a much lower-cost version of the Blu-Ray game console in the European market. The new version has double storage value than the previous model launched in Japan and the US.

Wii-mote is showing its best use, all-around. Just a day before, Nintendowiifanboy revealed a specimen of its cross-compatibility making it control a PC. But, few Wii passionate over at Dragon Electronics were not feeling at home, with remote’s moderate performance while playing Wii-sports like game, because to hold it with tighter grip for a long time is pretty hard nut to crack. The deliberation made them think of a new and improved alternative, so introduced Wii Boxing Gloves that finds a panacea so that you don’t tear down delicate plasma screen, anymore.

If you switch to divineo.cn, you would find all details about innovative boxing gloves that allows you to make better hand movements and acute punches so as to knock your rival out.

The game is particularly designed for boxing (Nintendo’s Wii-Sports) that contains specially designed space (like pocket) on the upper surface of each glove to place the Wii-mote and Nunchuck inside it.

Pros:

• Better grip

• Better control

• One size fits all (you can adjust to your hand size with a wrist strap)

Cons:

• No multi-use/specific utility

Divineo.cn lists this Wii gaming peripheral for sale at a suggestive price of $12.95. Though, the alterative is good enough, and if you do want to shell out not even a single dough, then it’s your idiocy because a low-priced peripheral can save your overpriced plasma. Decision is yours!

Via: i4u

I have seen people play World of War craft over the network a bunch of times. But, I haven’t seen them network 47 PCs together just for the purpose of playing this game.

In order to bypass the rest of the outside world, one gamer along with his girlfriend has created a massive residential computer network of 47 computers. I am speechless! The massively multi player online role playing game definitely deserves this kind of attention and networking.

The pictures above will give you an idea of the amount of investment this guy has made in the home network. The nice and cushy couches and scroll mouses add to the ease of PC use.

What does this kind of network constitute?

Well, it has got 23 different local accounts running from the host server. This way there’s no need to wait in line for the outside network. The network hardware consists of QPack and Aopen small platform PCs.

The game itself is an action arcade game. I think it’s a mix of everything. It has some shoot ‘em up and some strategy as well. So, unless you are a well versed gamer with a good hand eye coordination, you might find this game not very appealing. I think this is a mega home network of computers that this gamer has put together. The intricate details of the individual and his network are not available.

Image Credits: Gizmodo and Typepad wirelessdigest

Via: gizmodo

All you gamers having DS or DS Lite who are bringing it to Seattle Mariners home baseball at the Safeco field must look out for the new exciting features. You would be amazed to know that 17DS Download stations at field comprises of software that enables you to view game on your respective DS. It also allows getting information regarding scores, stats and trivia.

To make things more interesting, it also allows ordering the food with credit card. Incase, you are not having a DS then you may also go for Mariners’ Lite. So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to catch the action!

Via:aeropause

Proposed merger of Voodoo PC with HP in September 2006 was a major occurrence in the business world. It is merely a year of governance of new entity and we have started reaping fruits of alliance as HP has introduced a new gaming PC dubbed Blackbird 002. The premium gaming PC seems to be introduced for choking the huge success of ‘Dell’s XPS 720′.

Those 8-bit video game consoles have been every kid’s favorite pass-time in the early 90s. I’m sure kids of those times can remember the wired guns used to shoot ducks and clay discs. Mario was without no doubt best game of that era and was pretty famous back then and many people enjoy it still now. And wired gun were the best and most stylish things to use. Nintendo is back with the concept and has totally revolutionized the idea.

Nintendo’s Wii console has been in the news for all good reasons; the level of human-game interaction WiiMote provides is match to no other. With Wii Zapper (Wii gun) WiiMote will get another add on to the list.

When I first had a look on this pair of shoes, frankly I was quite impressed. The colors, the style etc everything looks super cool. But when you get down to its features, it may be the funniest concept you have ever seen. These shoes by Heelys Gamer is expected to release a shoe that features the Xbox 360 D-pad, power button, four face buttons and along with a power button! The shoes are to be out next month and are available in many colors, but I am still wondering why will anyone buy these? The price isn’t yet out but whenever it is, we will let you know!

Source: Comnetslash

‘Saitek’ has taken the opportunity to unveil it’s new line of gaming peripherals at the CES-2008. The company’s accessories promises not only to do more and make playing more fun, but also to reduce the toll that gaming takes on the body. Accessories showcased include their new designs for gaming keyboards, mouse, headsets and game-pad.

The new Cyborg Keyboard is featured with multi-color back-lighting that can help add more drama while playing. It offers additional programmable keys that can help cut down a lot of response time in a game. It also provides a wrist-rest, you can adjust to lessen the stress on wrists while gaming. The new Cyborg Mouse comes loaded with an adjustable click strength and features a new design that allows you to customize the grip to snug-fit your palm.

The worst thing that I hate in Nintendo’s Wii-mote is its high power consumption. Though, this Wii accessory is innovative enough, but it keeps asking for a pair of new lithium battery, every week (it really infuriates me). As, chucking the batteries out is neither good for environment nor your pocket, so we are anxiously waiting for some better/cheap alternative that sorts out the problem of changing the batteries. You whispered it right; a charger.

Princeton Technology Corporation is the first to throw the cap into the ring as it has introduced a new pack of accessories for Wii-mote. The accessories are:

• Battery pack + Charger (PWA-BPS)

• Wii-mote hook-on accessories (PWA-SPA)

PWA-BPS comes bundled with a battery pack and a battery cover for Wii-mote. One can charge the Wii-mote battery while placing it inside the cradle of charger. If you can’t wait, you can get your controller charged while playing with the help of extra eclectic battery. The incarnated LED display keeps you informing whether the battery has been charged or not.

In order to thwart the overheating problem of the electric battery, the charger automatically stops charging as the temperature exceeds 50°. You can get controller’s battery completely charged in 3 hours, allowing you a nonstop play of approximately 17 hours.

Furthermore, the developer reveals some Wii-mote compatible accessories that can be attached to the Wii-mote in order to have a better sporting experience while playing Wii-Sports like game.

The pack comes with a tennis racket, a golf club, bat, and a steering wheel, all to be attached to the Wii-mote with the help of a remote controller holder. To put controller in work, you place it (remote controller holder) where the strap is tied and can enjoy various attachments, simultaneously, which are meant for different minigames.


The battery pack and Wii-mote accessories will ship next month for a suggestive price of ¥3980 (US$32.49) and ¥1980 (US$16.16), respectively.

Via: gonintendo

Recently, a new design of Wiimote for Wii games — Paga Shark Light Gun — hits the market. Priced reasonably at $10.86, gamers can easily avail this stylish and attractive item, resembling a shark, from the stores now. It will give the players the satisfaction of pointing the shark gun at the television set while playing the game, similar to that of an US Military man.

The shark gun is easy to use. You just need to plug in the nonchuk at the gun at the bottom and then attach the Wii remote connect to it before you initiate the Wii game. With its unique appearance and user-friendliness, the new shark gun is sure to make the game more stimulating and it is expected to become exceedingly popular among all ardent gamers across the world.

Source: kotaku