PLAYSTATION 3 AFTERGLOW CONTROLLER PS3

We definitely like that PS3 owners now have an alternative, though.ДЇinally, the lights.

It was easy to transition from either style, so this one is really up to personal preference. We didn't find the new analog layout better or worse than the original one. Similarly, the analog sticks have a grip-friendly concave shape. Instead of having your fingers slip off the L2 and R2 buttons, PDP has made them concave to better support your fingers, and changed their resistance so you know exactly when you're pressing them. The modified shoulder buttons are worlds better than the original design. Whether or not you like the idea of a light show inside your controller, it's hard to argue against the AP.1's performance virtues. While the number of games that use the accelerometer are limited, you'll still want a Sixaxis or Dualshock 3 handy for those few moments when shaking your controller is vital to your survival. So before you boot up a new game, check the back of the box to make sure motion control isn't required. Like a lot of third-party controllers, the AP.1 does not have a tilt sensor. The d-pad and left analog stick have swapped positions for an Xbox 360-style layout. The controller's main draw is an array of LED lights that shine through the clear casing and can be turned on and off, or set to light up when the controller vibrates. The shoulder buttons have also been swapped out for PDP's Real Triggers design. The AP.1's housing feels sturdier than the Sixaxis', though the face buttons themselves felt more plasticky. Other changes include a clear, glossy plastic exterior and a wired connection via a three meter cable. A side-by-side comparison with the Sixaxis proved the AP.1 isn't as wide. This is partly due to the AP.1's compact design. Like the Dualshock 3, the AP.1 features built-in rumble, though we were surprised that it didn't feel much heavier than the original Sixaxis. We got our hands on the Playstation 3's red AP.1 controller and were pleased with its functionality and PDP's attention to detail. PDP's new line of Afterglow controllers may use their flashy LED lights to grab your attention, but that doesn't mean they aren't well designed.

Playstation 3 afterglow controller