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Xbox Controllers

June 13th, 2009

Various Functions of Nice Xbox Controllers

By Iwan Gunara

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Xbox controllers are the great input devices that are used to control any kind of games we play on Xbox video game console such as standard game pad, joysticks, guitars, racing wheels, microphones, drums, remotes, dance mats etc. These controllers have absolutely different functions at each other. The primary controller which is available in the package is sticks or most of people call it game pad and we are given two original analog sticks when we purchase a new Xbox console.

The Xbox controllers consist of two analog triggers, a sensitive directional pad, a start button, a back button,  two accessory slots and six action buttons (A/Green, B/Red, X/Blue, Y/Yellow, and Black and White buttons). The price is about $15 for a wired controller by PDP and $ 17 for a wireless one by Madcatz, or $40 if we want to purchase two wireless controllers at the same time. Both wired or wireless controller have similar function, the difference is a wireless one has no any cable and usually work with battery attached inside the xbox controller so it looks tidier for our game’s room.

The most amazing controller is racing wheel. According to the name we would know very well what the function is. We could be a real good driver or a crazy one when we are actively playing car racing game on Xbox game console. We have to spend about $70-$300 for a new racing wheel or $40-$55 for a used one. This Xbox controller would give us the exciting experience at home and it might be giving a sensational moment in our life. It’s more challenging if we enjoy the game in a multiplayer mode. Buying a used one is a smart choice indeed to try having it.

Some Xbox controllers are guitars and light guns we have to consider to purchase. For you who like music or have a dream to be a professional guitar player this controller would be useful to realize your hobby. You could play Guitar Hero 3 or Rock Band 2 game on your Xbox console and feel the real experience on music gaming.

The last Xbox controller in this section is light gun. The device is great for a gamer who likes shooting game and easy to use for everyone. You could try a used one at first before deciding to buy a new one. Buying online is a good suggestion to look for a good deal quickly and easily. We could find lots of website which offer great deal in price, all we have to do is turn on our computer then starting to go online to discovered a suitable one.

Check my other guide on: Xbox 360 Elite Console and Xbox Live 12 Month

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Xbox 360 Controller

March 1st, 2009

Xbox 360 Controller – Stimulating the Hand Technology


Executive summary by Pallavi Vyas

xbox 360 controllers

xbox 360 controllers

Xbox 360 controller is an input device that is used to control video games on xbox video game console. It has ten buttons with each different function as well known as joysticks. A game controller is not confined to joysticks but even keyboard and mouse can serve the purpose of being a game controller.

There are various types of xbox 360 controller available in the electronic hardware market. Some of the most common ones are game pad, paddle, joysticks, steering wheel for driving games, and light gun for shooting games, motion sensing and others.

Due to the technological advancements in the electronic markets, xbox 360 controllers have become obsolete, thus forcing the game controller manufacturers to bring some more effective and convenient game controlling devices in the markets.

The Zcam works by emitting short infrared rays pulses and then measure the reflection of the objects. This software has its focus for now on video games and how the ZCam technology could make a dent in the traditional interface market.

This product is very much similar to Sony’s eye toy, but the eye toy works in 2D only, therefore limiting their effectiveness for games like boxing only. With the benefit of applications beyond the video game, this technologically advanced product can be applied to one’s existing product.

Following the footsteps of Nintendo’s motion-sensitive Wiimote controller for its Wii video game console, that became a success all over the world, this Zcam 3D camera also aims to move the technology genre forward even further.

Want to know the other guide, read this: Xbox Video Games and Xbox Hard Drive

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