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PS3 | Action | PlayStation 3

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Feature: Ready to Rumble: PS3 DualShock 3 vs. Sixaxis (Page 2 of 3)

Feature by Chris Morell | 03/20/2008 | 15:10:05 PM PST

Here's a look at what's inside new DualShock 3 compared to the Sixaxis:

Inside the original Sixaxis. Notice the lack of rumble packs in the palm grips on the right and left. This is why it's so light.

Inside the original Sixaxis. Notice the lack of rumble packs in the palm grips on the right and left. This is why it's so light.

Inside the new DualShock 3. The rumble devices in the left and right palms give the controller a solid feel. The battery pack is also a bit smaller and has a sturdier housing.

Inside the new DualShock 3. The rumble devices in the left and right palms give the controller a solid feel. The battery pack is also a bit smaller and has a sturdier housing.

A closeup look at the lack of rumble in the Sixaxis palm.

A closeup look at the lack of rumble in the Sixaxis palm.

A closeup look at the new rumble pack in the DualShock 3's palm.

A closeup look at the new rumble pack in the DualShock 3's palm.

A look at the left side rumble pack in the DualShock 3. It has less weight than the right. The weight difference gives the controller the capability to produce a wider variety of rumble effects, from weak to strong and in between.

A look at the left side rumble pack in the DualShock 3. It has less weight than the right. The weight difference gives the controller the capability to produce a wider variety of rumble effects, from weak to strong and in between.


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