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SteelSeries Ion Portable Wireless Gaming Controller Hands-On @ CES 2012

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The SteelSeries Ion Portable gaming controller has a classic look and feel. To allow compatibility with the latest games out they. This is a small slick device that allows for easy portability in your pocket, the Controller features Dual analog sticks, a traditional Dpad, trigger buttons and four face button to emulate standard gaming controls. The Controller is a the size of a deck of cards at 108mm x 55.5mm x 18mm. It connects to your device via bluetooth and has 20hrs of gameplay time from a single charge. The controller can be used on your PC, laptop, or Tablet. I think this will be a great addition to the mobile gaming world. No need to use touchscreen controllers which don’t work in my opinion. As for comfort and feel, though a smaller controller SteelSeries has crafted a device that is comfortable and easy to use. No world on pricing yet but we will keep you updated once we get it available. till then enjoy our hands-on video

 

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STEELSERIES INTRODUCES THE ION – WIRELESS GAMING CONTROLLER
Compact Controller Can Be Used For Games on Your PC and Mobile Devices

LAS VEGAS, CES – Jan. 10, 2012 –SteelSeries the leading manufacturer of premium-quality, competitive gaming peripherals today, introduced the SteelSeries Ion Wireless Controller. Through a licensing partnership with Zeemote Technology Inc., the SteelSeries Ion is designed to work fully with your PC, additionally the controller brings classic control schemes to touch screen devices like tablets and phones. The compact controller connects wirelessly through Bluetooth and can be easily customized and configured through its own application on the device.

“For PC users, the SteelSeries Ion is a convenient alternative, especially if they want something other than their mouse or keyboard as their tool. And for consumers with tablets and Smartphone’s, it really is an ideal accessory” said Bruce Hawver, SteelSeries CEO. “Whether you’re sling shooting birds or playing a word game with friends, there are games that are ideal for touch screen. Those types of games however, are not the only games available; there are a number of first-person shooter and RTS games that aren’t downloaded or played as frequently as they could be, because the touch screen doesn’t provide an optimal experience. The SteelSeries Ion provides the advantage for those types of games.”
Measuring only about the size of a standard deck of cards (approximately 108mm in length, 55.5mm in width and 18mm thick); the lightweight controller can be easily stored and carried. It connects through Bluetooth to your PC and/or your mobile device and includes a white LED light on the controller indicating a connection. The SteelSeries Ion includes a rechargeable, lithium battery that will provide up to 20 hours of wireless use and can be plugged into your device for charge and play use.
The SteelSeries Ion boasts a classic controller design that includes 2 mini-joysticks, a left side Dpad button, 2 trigger buttons one at each shoulder, and a four button layout on the right, similar to familiar Nintendo®, Xbox 360® and PlayStation® controllers. The buttons can be customized through an easy-to-use interface for both PC and mobile devices.

The SteelSeries Ion Wireless Controller will be available in Q3; pricing will be announced closer to its availability. For more information about the new SteelSeries Ion, please visit http://steelseri.es/ion. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for new product updates as well as a snapshot of all SteelSeries CES product announcements at http://steelseri.es/ces2012.

About SteelSeries
SteelSeries is a leading manufacturer of top quality gaming peripherals from headsets, keyboards, and mice to controllers, surfaces, and software. For more than a decade, SteelSeries has been on the forefront of designing and creating gear for competitive gamers. The company’s continued innovation also comes in collaboration with the world’s leading professional gaming teams and partners. SteelSeries is a global brand that continues to support the growth of competitive gaming tournaments and electronic sports leagues through professional team
sponsorships, partnerships, and community support. For more information, please visit http://steelseri.es

About Zeemote Technology Inc.
Zeemote was founded in Boston by the brightest MIT grads to change the world of mobile gaming. Since then, Zeemote’s R&D has been pumping out innovative technologies creating a portfolio of fundamental international patents. With Zeemote, it takes mobile gaming beyond the touchscreen. Zeemote’s end-to-end technology, from the Unity compliant SDK for Android into the semiconductor on game controller, enhances the value of the games that you play. It’s all about better game control, more[/showhide]

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