Play n Type Wireless Controller with Keypad for PS3

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PROS:

-cheaper than dualshock 3 with same features

-keypad (with arrow keys and caps lock) works like normal keyboard

-Firm analog sticks (good retention)

-strong D-pad (does not make clicking sounds, firm but not too firm)

-rumble and sixaxis support

-receiver comes with two USB ports

-grips on sides

-finger grooves underneath

-concave triggers

-rechargeable integrated battery

-solid build quality (does not feel cheap)

CONS:

-included cable is short

-small dead zone on sticks (novice players won't notice; only matters with shooting games)

-exclamation point (!) is strangely absent from keypad

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As just a casual PS3 user, I bought the wireless Icon controller with built in keyboard mainly for typing text on internet applications & to input data on some game menus as it is sometimes very tedious to type any kind of text on a standard, Playstation controller . As all aftermarket controllers for PS3, a USB dongle must be used, but the included dongle also has two additional USB ports. If you are using the Playstation Eye like I am for my Move Controllers, the Eye Camera will not work if its cable is plugged into the Icon controller dongle USB ports. The Playstation Eye Camera must be plugged straight into the PS3 USB.

The overall size of the controller is almost identical to the Sony PS3 controller, so all of the buttons are positioned identically to the Sony controller and it ergonomically feels the same. Only the "start" & "select" buttons are positioned slightly differently in which they are positioned above the keyboard on the Icon controller. I also like the fact that there are rubberized grips on the lower left & right sides of the Icon controller that makes it more comfortable for your hands in comparison to the stock, Sony wireless controller that is plastic only. I noticed this when I used the Icon controller many times & switched to the Sony controller to play one game to discover how uncomfortable the stock Sony controller felt without the rubberized grips. After I finished the game, I switched back to the Icon controller because it was more comfortable to use with my hands than the stock, Sony controller.

Although the keyboard works very fine, my only complaint is it is very small like the slide-out keyboards on mobile smart phones. I can type with it fairly easily because I have small fingers, but it might not be as comfortable to other users.

Overall, a great controller and in fact many times I'm using it as the main controller for my PS3 instead of the stock, Sony wireless controller. Recommended!

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Ordered this play n type wireless controller with keypad for my PS3 and love it dearly, works like a charm, highly recommend for serious PS3 video game users. Fast transaction and delivery of product. Enjoying the controller.

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I bought this controller like a year ago, I used it like 5 times but now it doesn't want to connect to my PS3, it stays blinking too bad because I really loved it

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I purchased this for texting people in an online MMO (FF XIV).

The Controller has a good weight to it and comfort grips. The keyboard is a little small but it has to be to as the controller is only slightly bigger than your standard PS3 controller. The joints are a stiffer than my Sony controller, but I like it as I feel like I have more control when moving my character only slightly.

The Keyboard is set firmly in the middle with your select and start buttons above it. Texting is similar to that of a slide out phone keypad, but with slightly smaller keys. The keyboard buttons are slanted to the left and right respectively so you can tap the raised part of the button. I've made a few typos but I an getting used to it.

Upon receiving, I followed instructions (plug in, hit home twice and it connected). However, I found it did not work to control my character in-game or any other in-game function. I calibrated it via the PS3 menu and it works perfectly now.

All in all, I love it. I gave 4 stars as the keyboard can be difficult to type on, but I'm sure this will resolve as I use it more. If you have larger fingers, I do not know if this will work, unless you can use your fingernails :)