History of DualShock in Timeline
The DualShock is a line of gamepads created by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation. Introduced in 1997, its key features include vibration feedback and analog controls. Originally marketed as a secondary peripheral, it became the standard controller, replacing the original PlayStation controller. The DualShock is recognized as the best-selling gamepad of all time, excluding bundled controllers, due to its widespread adoption and influence on gaming.
January 8, 2007: Technology & Engineering Emmy Award
On January 8, 2007, the DualShock controller received a Technology & Engineering Emmy Award for "Peripheral Development and Technological Impact of Video Game Controllers" from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
March 2007: Patent Infringement Lawsuit Settled
In March 2007, Sony settled a patent infringement lawsuit with Immersion. This settlement cleared the way for incorporating the vibration feature into the DualShock 3 controller, a feature that the Sixaxis lacked.
April 2, 2008: Sixaxis Controller Discontinued
On April 2, 2008, a Sony representative confirmed that the original Sixaxis controller would officially be discontinued with the release of the haptic-feedback enabled DualShock 3 in mid-April 2008.
March 8, 2011: Limited Edition Baseball Themed Controller Release
On March 8, 2011, a limited edition baseball-themed DualShock 3 controller was released to coincide with the release of MLB 11: The Show.
July 2013: Response to Light Bar Concerns
In July 2013, Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida responded negatively to inquiries about switching off the DualShock 4's light bar, though game developers had the option to disable the light in-game.
January 2014: Statement on Controller Wear Issues
In January 2014, Sony issued a statement acknowledging wear issues on 10% of DualShock 4 controllers (CUH-ZCT1 controllers).
April 2014: Light Bar Dimming Update
In April 2014, Sony delivered update 1.70, allowing the DualShock 4's light bar to be dimmed.
September 15, 2016: DualShock 4 Version 2 Release
On September 15, 2016, the DualShock Version 2 (CUH-ZCT2) was released, featuring improvements over the original DualShock 4.
April 7, 2020: DualSense Unveiling
On April 7, 2020, the DualSense (CFI-ZCT1W), the PlayStation 5's controller, was unveiled.
August 2022: DualSense Edge Unveiled
In August 2022, the DualSense Edge (CFI-ZCP1), a new controller for the PlayStation 5, was unveiled.
January 26, 2023: DualSense Edge Release on PlayStation Direct
On January 26, 2023, the DualSense Edge (CFI-ZCP1) was released on PlayStation Direct.
February 23, 2023: DualSense Edge Sold Through Retailers
On February 23, 2023, the DualSense Edge (CFI-ZCP1) began being sold through other retailers.
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