First DualSense controller mod attempt. Was going for the OG xbox green controller look. Toughest part was separating the touch pad.

Face buttons sources individually from AliExpress. Front shell was from eXtremeRate.

Love how it turned out, was a fun little project.

Web app at “space_station.flydigi.com”, Works only on Chromium based browsers. You have to update the controller through Space Station 4 first. Once you’ve opened the webpage, install it as an WEBAPP and create a shortcut to your desktop. If you’re using MS Edge, you can add it to your startup programs too.

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Disclaimer: Any modifications you attemp might void your devices warranty.

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I’ve seen the button changing mod done by others before, but without going in-depth and with easy method. Which looks good aesthetically but lacks when it comes to function. My aim with this post is to both improve aesthetics aswell as functionality while providing some measurements and comparisons that can be used as guidance even if everything isn’t exactly the same. Also i’m against modifying the faceplate which would make everything easier but then there would be no turning back to stock, so. And keep in mind that DS4 buttons i’m using are third-party and i don’t know if most third party buttons that can be found in the market comes from same manufacturer or not. Which is why i included a pic with measurements. And i don’t have any original buttons so no idea about their measurements. You can check pic3 to see the comparison and measurements of stock and DS4 …

These are based on my understanding from watching a chinese video.

The main difference between Apex 6 and Apex 6 Pro are the VCMs added for the latter. This makes the price increase really high.

They are using AI to detect the audio to trigger the vibrations eg. explosions, firing. However, certain games like Forza Horizon 5 has in game defined haptics which will be used instead.

The depression of the triggers will not be affected unlike the previous adaptive triggers.

The vibrations are more precise as they are even in tuned with the frequency of sound. A low frequency gives a heavier rumble compared to a high frequency one.

Rumour is that the next Elite Xbox controller is using VCM also. The Dualsense is already using VCMs.

after putting some more time into Xenoblade Chronicles X DE and other switch games like Totk with both pads, I much prefer the Wii U pad. It feels a lot more curvy than the Switch Pro. I also feel there’s less room for your hands with the Switch Pro; you can actually see it in the past comparison picture. There’s less width in the middle of the pad. It reminds me of going from an Xbox 360 controller to an Xbox One/Series controller.

The only thing I would improve on the Wii U Pro would be add gyro; get rid of the gloss front and make the face buttons just a few millimetres bigger and I’d have my perfect controller

I have narrowed down my options to these two controllers. This will be my first controller, as I have always played on a keyboard and mouse setup.

From my research, the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 is the newer model, featuring a 1000 Hz polling rate, TMR thumbsticks, and native XInput support. On the other hand, the 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode includes impulse haptics (4 rumble motors compared to 2 on the Ultimate 2). Both cost almost the same at around $70, though this special edition of the Ultimate 2 includes extra accessories like a carrying case.

I will mostly be playing single-player games, along with some occasional multiplayer games like Battlefield 6. Some people have suggested that I get an official Xbox Controller or a DualSense for significantly better haptics, but I feel that TMR sticks and a higher polling rate are more important.

Alternatively, the GameSir G7 Pro is available, though it is slightly pricier at $90.

Additional information:

Budget - around 70 usd (6000-7000 inr) …

I had a revelation last night. The cargo net from my Boblbee motorbike backpack is the perfect size for the Osprey Daylite 26+6 as an external storage solution.
The hooks fit through the 4 load loops and the connecting straps fasten around the lower grab handle so that nothing falls out. Perfect for storing a jacket!
Just thought I’d share the joy!

This is a photo of my Bellroy 9 Litre Venture Sling, next to 9 Litres of bottled water. You see where I’m going with this?
Now, I am not calling out Bellroy on this (see my other posts for how much I love them) this is just a convenient comparison. All bag makers are guilty of this. They all seem to simply pluck numbers out of the air when it comes to any kind of standardisation. I have bought backpacks that claim to be 28 litres that I can barley fit a pair of gloves in. I have bought pouches that claim to be 1.5 litre that are bigger than my bed.
What is going on here? There seems no way to gauge the actual size of a bag or backpack without actually buying it and testing it for yourself.

There we were - strolling around just south of the River Seine after a day of art, pastries, and cathedrals.

I wanted to check out Decathlon, but a search brought up a few dozen “Au Vieux Campeur” stores within three blocks of each other. Like REI, but each section in its own boutique.

My curiosity piqued, I headed to the “Sacs & Bagagerie” boutique. It carried a typical mix of pack brands popular in Europe, mostly outdoors-focused with serious harnesses.

There were two packs unique to Au Vieux Campeur. The first was the utilitarian minimalist daypack “Le Mil Bag”.

The second was a collaboration with French brand Haize Project. I had seen the very aesthetic Clamshell 25 before, but dismissed it on account of price, material, and cool but ultimately impractical technical features.

The bag nerds at Au Vieux Campeur clearly agreed, because they addressed all these while giving the bag a lot of personality:

• €280-420 → €170, or ~$175 post VAT …

I ordered it on launch day and it arrived yesterday evening. Right now, I have it packed with a 13-inch MacBook Air, an iPad mini, a foldable keyboard, a CAP1 first-aid kit and a CAP1 tech pouch. Everything fits, though 10 litres is still 10 litres.

The Robic fabric feels plenty durable for everyday messenger carry, and the build quality is top-notch. The stitching is clean throughout, without a single loose thread in sight.

My only real gripe so far is the front admin pocket. It sits quite flat, and having even a little independent dimension or dedicated volume there would have gone a long way once the main compartment is loaded.

Beyond that, early impressions are solid. It looks like a reliable, well-made option for lighter office days, and the value for the price point seems hard to beat.

https://ctactical.vn/collections/bags-other/products/ct-messenger-bag-14-robic®-nylon-420d

I hate this sub. Idk why I bought it or what I’m gonna use it for. 🫪

For anyone wondering about dispatch timelines, Rework said this on Instagram: For USA, Canada and Mexico, we ship from our USA warehouse and that will be shipped around early October (tentatively). But for the rest of the world, we’ll ship through our HK warehouse.

I’m in the UK and ordered the V2 on launch day. When I placed an order, the parcels were passed to FedEx by the Hong Kong warehouse the same day, and everything arrived within 6 days. No free products for me, unfortunately!

The original Toshi V1 backpack was great. After using a considerable number of bags, the V1 was the backpack I’d generally recommend as the best option for most people, despite I think having room for small improvements. These small improvements were mostly nitpicks which stood out because the bag was so good overall – the coarse shoulder straps and seams, tight water bottle pockets, how the bag stands (or not), the zip pulls, and the narrow access and tightness of some pockets.

I …

Context in comment.

I’ve got a short, 5-day trip to the Midwest to visit family (supposed to be hot and muggy–yay). I’m taking my 21-year-old child with me (unfortunately, they don’t fit in my carry-on). I find it more difficult to pack light for these trips than for a 2-week trip to Europe. Or a work trip. Still, I have it all crammed in my trusty Cotopaxi backpack I got back in 2017 from a Salesforce event. It is the perfect size–fits under a seat and carries everything I need. The only downside is it doesn’t (didn’t) have a water bottle holder, which my wife fixed.

Details

• Ditty kit in ultralight bag (Dyneema, breaking apart unfortunately)
  • Three small containers: pills, deodorant, baby butt cream (I hate getting chafed on a trip)
  • Misc: flossers, first aid
  • Toothbrush and razor
  • (I don’t use toothpaste (scam))
• Cross-body bag (Mopak Wanderer Sling), packed inside main bag if needed, but I like having my in-flight stuff right at hand, and handy when …