New Colors Announced for the PS4 Dualshock 4 Controllers; Which Do You Prefer? (poll)

PS4 Blue and Red Controllers

Today has been a big day in the gaming world. Amongst the flurry of game-related news, PlayStation announced two new colors for their PS4 Dualshock 4 controllers. Say hello to Magma Red and Wave Blue, the two colors that will join the ranks with the ever-popular Jet Black. These two-toned controllers are sleek and fun, and they’ll be sure to bring a pop of color to your living room (you may never lose your controller in the couch again!).

These colorful controllers will be available upon launch in Europe, and later this year (TBA) in North America. As the press release notes, they will be sold at an RRP of € 59 / £ 54 (including tax) in Europe and US$ 59 / Canada$ 59 in North America. We’ll keep you up to date as we learn more!

If you want to get into the nitty gritty of these controllers, check out the press release after the jump. But first, vote in our poll!


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Discuss:

Which color do you prefer? Will you go with the red? The blue? Or will you stick to the traditional black Dualshock 4?

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Sony Computer Entertainment Introduces Color Variations For DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller

“Magma Red” and “Wave Blue” feature stylish two-toned look

TOKYO, Aug. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that it will introduce new color variations for PlayStation®4 (PS4™) Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®4) in “Magma Red” and “Wave Blue”, concurrently with the launch of PS4™ in Europe, at a recommended retail price (RRP) of € 59 / £ 54 (including tax). They will also become available in North America at a RRP of US$ 59 / Canada$ 59 (including tax) and Latin America* later this year.
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DUALSHOCK®4 in “Magma Red” and “Wave Blue” are the first color variations, representing two of the most popular colors among PlayStation® users. The two-toned look with the vivid Magma Red and Wave Blue along with black further enhances the stylish look of the DUALSHOCK®4. With the introduction of the new colors, users will be able to choose from 3 colors of DUALSHOCK®4 to enjoy gameplay or other entertainment content on PS4™.
SCE will continuously expand the world of PS4™ through various measures including further introduction of peripherals.
Different factors such as import duties, compliance requirements and others, influence in the different SRP pricing consumers will find in this region.

Product name
DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller
Color
Jet Black, Magma Red, Wave Blue
Product code
Jet Black: CUH-ZCT1

Magma Red,
CUH-ZCT1U 01(For North America and Latin America)
CUH-ZCT1E 01(For Europe)

Wave Blue
CUH-ZCT1U 02(For North America and Latin America)
CUH-ZCT1E 02(For Europe)
Release date
Jet Black
North America: November 15th, 2013
Europe: November 29th, 2013

Magma Red, Wave Blue
North America: Later This year
Europe: November 29th, 2013
Recommended retail price
US$ 59, Canada$ 59, € 59, and £ 54
External dimensions
Approx. 161mm × 57mm × 100mm (width × height × depth)
(excludes largest projection)
Weight
Approx. 210g
Keys / switches
PS button, SHARE button, OPTIONS button,
Directional buttons (Up/Down/Left/Right),
Action buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square),
R1/L1/R2/L2 button, Left stick / L3 button, Right stick / R3 button, Pad Button
Touch pad
2 Point Touch Pad, Click Mechanism, Capacitive Type
Motion sensor
Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer)
Other features
Light Bar, Vibration, Built-in Mono Speaker
Ports
USB (Micro B), Extension Port, Stereo Headset Jack
Wireless communication
Bluetooth® Ver2.1+EDR
Battery
Type
Built-in Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery

Voltage
DC3.65V

Capacity
1000mAh
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develops and markets the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system. SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since they launched PlayStation in 1994. PlayStation®2 further enhanced the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP® broadens the entertainment experiences into the portable arena. PS3® is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors. PSNSM, that includes PlayStation®Store, delivers unparalleled online gaming experience to PlayStation users. PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity. SCEI also delivers the PlayStation® experience to open operating systems through PlayStation®Mobile, a cross device platform. PlayStation®4, available this holiday season, is the next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization and deeply integrated social capabilities. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division companies, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia develops, publishes, markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide.
PlayStation and DUALSHOCK are registered trademarks and PS4 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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