Most people won't use rechargable batteries. Let's not pretend otherwise.Rechargeable batteries have been a thing for a long time. I've been using the eneloops since the 360 days.
With the PS controller you don't have that choice, and when the built in battery starts to no longer hold a charge, you have to either buy a new controller or DIY replace it.
My 10 year old ps3 controller holds charge just fine too.In theory, yes. In practice, this has never happened with either of my launch ps4 controllers, and I play wireless 100% of the time, they're only on the wire when the console is off/in sleep mode.
I definitely prefer ps4 built in battery to the (minor, but still extant) hassle of having to buy/replace/charge AA batteries.
AA batteries are way more harmful to the environment than internal batteries simply because you buy lots of them and have to discard lots of them over the course of years. With internal batteries you discard them on a span of 2 to more years depending on the product. Let's not even enter in the realm of design, since AA batteries suck for product design. So, yeah, there's no reason for using AA batteries nowadays.
It's a baffling majority position for sure and I can only guess it's because most people just don't give a shit if their electronics last or not. And this applies to smartphones, laptops, wireless earbuds and so on.
Is it really convenient when your DualShock 4, Apple Airpods or iPhone no longer holds sufficient charge, as all battery-operated electronics inevitably will, and you either have to pry the thing open with specialized tools (not hard with a DS4 thankfully, but not so trivial with my Galaxy Note 5) or resign to getting rid of the device and getting a new one? Meanwhile, with my Xbox One Controller that I use for my PC, I simply purchase an Eneloops 1900 mAh 4-pack and charger for less than 40 Canadian dollars and each pair of batteries last for so long I don't even bother tracking it and when the time comes to replace the batteries, I simply reach into my charger with two freshly charged batteries. The whole process of replacing batteries takes literally less than a minute, for something I do less than once a month, if that. To me, not only is that far more convenient, it completely erases any anxiety I have about battery degradation.
In theory, yes. In practice, this has never happened with either of my launch ps4 controllers, and I play wireless 100% of the time, they're only on the wire when the console is off/in sleep mode.
I definitely prefer ps4 built in battery to the (minor, but still extant) hassle of having to buy/replace/charge AA batteries.
Rechargeable batteries have been a thing for a long time. I've been using the same sets of eneloops since the 360 days.
Like I said: most people won't buy rechargable batteries.How often do you believe that modern AA rechargeable batteries need to be replaced? I've had sets that have lasted me 2 years easily.
Not adding extra cost is the consumer friendly option.My point is that many people argue that not having a built in battery is essentially laughable behind the times and I don't really get it. To me the choice of using batteries or a charge kit makes it a more consumer friendly option.
Playstation Moves are notorious for their batteries no longer holding a charge.
I guarantee you this is a lie. You've never had a phone which stops holding a charge for very long? Bull.
How often do you believe that modern AA rechargeable batteries need to be replaced? I've had sets that have lasted me 2 years easily.
Again: the average Joe won't buy this. They'll be buying AA batteries over and over again. Don't act like this is not true.Xbox "rechargeable battery packs" are literally just AA rechargeables in a plastic case:
The 8bitdo SN pro + allows easy access to the (USB C chargeable) battery pack and I believe—though I may be mistaken—you can also use AA batteries.
Again: the average Joe won't buy this. They'll be buying AA batteries over and over again. Don't act like this is not true.
It hasn't happened to me either but I guess I am lying since you are the holder of truth around here.I guarantee you this is a lie. You've never had a phone which stops holding a charge for very long? Bull.
It hasn't happened to me either but I guess I am lying since you are the holder of truth around here.
Is it really convenient when your DualShock 4, Apple Airpods or iPhone no longer holds sufficient charge, as all battery-operated electronics inevitably will, and you either have to pry the thing open with specialized tools (not hard with a DS4 thankfully, but not so trivial with my Galaxy Note 5) or resign to getting rid of the device and getting a new one? Meanwhile, with my Xbox One Controller that I use for my PC, I simply purchase an Eneloops 1900 mAh 4-pack and charger for less than 40 Canadian dollars and each pair of batteries last for so long I don't even bother tracking it and when the time comes to replace the batteries, I simply reach into my charger with two freshly charged batteries. The whole process of replacing batteries takes literally less than a minute, for something I do less than once a month, if that. To me, not only is that far more convenient, it completely erases any anxiety I have about battery degradation.
Buying some solid rechargeable AA batteries and not the Akaline ones are no worse for the environment than the battery packs slapped inside of Sony controllers. Both are lithium-ion. The only difference between the two is that for Sony and Nintendo, you need a screwdriver to replace the battery when it finally goes out.Lmao, having to buy AA batteries suck. And it's way more harmful to the environment.
The 8bitdo SN pro + allows easy access to the (USB C chargeable) battery pack and I believe—though I may be mistaken—you can also use AA batteries.
Mmm, what would the equivalent of PS Move controller be on Xbox? And does it have replaceable batteries? If not, don't move goalposts, thanks.
Perfect solution. It's a great controller too.Yep you can use AA batteries.
I don't use batteries but I like have the option when the interna battery dies.
Most people also won't replace their DS batteries when they die and will need to buy a new controller after trashing their dead ones. You think that's better?Most people won't use rechargable batteries. Let's not pretend otherwise.