When gamers sit down and I’ve been guilty of this myself, we sometimes tend to surround ourselves with a slew of gadgets to enrich our experience. A Dualshock 3 controller to game with, a bluetooth headset to talk with and a keyboard to chat online with. Sometimes, even that Blu-ray remote will sneak into that pile as well. Now, the folks at Hyperkin are looking to change this experience with the Hyperkin’s Remotext for PS3. This multifunction remote offers gamers two analog nubs with a near-complete set of gaming controls, a QWERTY keypad, and a slide-out Blu-ray remote panel. Though not bluetooth enabled, you will find a USB receiver in the box, as well as a pair of rechargeable AA batteries. We don’t have a price or release date to report but the guys at Hyperkin’s will be officially showcasing the hybrid remote at E3.
As always, hit the jump for the official press release. While there, what do you guys think about the remote? Do you like devices like this or prefer a more individual setup with separate keyboard and remote?
HYPERKIN LAUNCHING PS3 REMOTEXT AT E3, 2011
Remotext Offers full range of Functions Including QWERTY Keypad and DVD/Blu-Ray Control
NEWPORT BEACH, CA (MAY, 2011) – Hyperkin, a recognized and trusted brand of video game peripherals, has announced the upcoming launch of the PS3 Remotext. The PS3 Remotext, which will be launched at E3 in June, includes a full QWERTY keypad and DVD/Blu-ray Control. The Remotext enables you to text other players on the Playstation Network, or use its dual analog sticks and buttons to navigate PS3 games. The PS3 Remotext will be on display at Booth # 417, South Hall.
The PS3 Remotext allows you to easily control the playback of Blu-Ray movies, DVDs, CDs and media streams on the PS3 system. It also features a slide out QWERTY keypad that enables you to text other players on the Playstation Network or you can use its dual analog sticks and buttons to play PS3 games. Simply attach the included USB receiver to an open port on the PS3 system and you can control your PS3 system with ease.
Product Highlights:
· Complete DVD/Blu-ray Media Control
· Full Slide Out QWERTY Keypad
· Directional Analog Control
· Rechargeable Battery
· USB Charge Cable
· Full Remote Control
· Includes Receiving Dongle
· Available Summer 2011
· SRP: N/A
“The PS3 Remotext is a great solution for texting and watching movies,” states Steven Mar, Hyperkin’s Business Director. “It has everything you need to access all of the PS3’s major functions, providing an easy-to-use way to control and enjoy the system.” Mar continued: “We are eager to exhibit this and our other line up of new products at E3 and anticipate an enthusiastic response from the media, retailers and consumers.”
[Via Hyperkin]