Nyko Releases two new accessories for the PS3

[Peench]

NYKO MAKES LIFE EASIER FOR PLAYSTATION 3 OWNERS WITH TWO NEW PERIPHERALS

BluWave Remote Control And ChargeBase Bring Enhanced Control and Charging Solutions To PS3

Los Angeles, CA - June 21, 2007 - Nyko Technologies®, a premier peripherals manufacturer, has shipped two new PlayStation® 3 accessories to retailers nationwide: The ChargeBase, a SIXAXIS controller charger, and the just announced BluWave, an infrared remote control.

The ChargeBase provides gamers with a much-needed charging and storage solution for the PlayStation 3’s SIXAXIS controllers. The compact device can rapidly charge up to four controllers at once, and features an external power supply instead of USB power. Its efficient design allows users to store all four controllers in the same place, and it can be plugged directly into any wall outlet and situated in an entertainment center.



Designed exclusively for the PlayStation 3, the BluWave remote control allows users to effortlessly access movies and music on Blu-Ray, DVD, and CD. Poly-Urethane coated buttons provide a comfortable and durable way to control the Playstation 3’s multimedia functions.

“Both the ChargeBase and the BluWave demonstrate Nyko’s continued commitment to provide gamers with accessories that accentuate and enhance the feature set of all of today’s next-gen consoles,” said Chris Arbogast, marketing manager at Nyko Technologies. “These peripherals are necessities for any PlayStation 3 owner.”

About Nyko Technologies, Inc.

Nyko Technologies ® develops, manufactures and markets innovative peripherals to enhance the digital lifestyle. The company's mission is to deliver products that solve problems and improve user experience for work and play. Nyko specializes in interactive entertainment, computing, consumer electronics, portable audio, as well as online and wireless technologies. The company has distribution through major U.S. and Canadian retailers, along with distributors worldwide. Founded in 1995, Nyko is headquartered in Los Angeles, Calif. Please go to www.nyko.com or call 1-888-444-6956 for more information.

[Rhino Chaser]

Here is a link to more info on the remote at the MFG site:
http://www.nyko.com/nyko/products/?i=113



It is only $19.99

But WTF???? Why won't anyone make one of these with some backlit keys????ARRGGGHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!

The main thing that interests me about this is if I could use my Harmony in conjunction with that USB plug.....I tried this before with a PS1 IR module plugged into my PS3 with limited results...I may have been able to tweak it a little more but it didn't seem worth it at the time. This may offer more potential with Blu-ray menu and playback integration.

Somebody please give me a PS3 dongle! (I just like the way that sounds)

[Peench]

Thanks for the link and photo Rhino. It wasn't up there this morning.

That is odd that its not backlit, but with that you could totally program all of the functions into your learning remote. The only downside is you'd have that USB thing sticking out of the front of your PS3 all the time.

[BrewCityUpstart]

Heh heh...'dongle'....