(Sorry, first post in this subreddit. I’m not affiliated with any brands and I bought these controllers with my own money.)

I’ve always liked mini controllers. Even if I don’t use them a ton they are just fun for the novelty of them. Ever since emulators came to iOS I’ve carried one around to break out anytime I want to game and now I think I’ve found my new favorite mini (until maybe the CRKD Atom+ comes out).

I bought a blue Q37 pro on Amazon a couple weeks back and then I saw they have a silver one now so I bought that lol. Overall, it’s a really good controller. Really light and thin (only 15mm with the joysticks) and takes up very little room in a jean pocket. It’s not as invisible in the pocket as say a 8bitdo Micro but it’s still fairly easily to forget it’s in there.

And despite me mainly getting it to have something a little more ergonomic to play 2D platformers with, I was surprised by how good the joysticks were. Accurate and no cardinal snapping that I could see while …

I bought the Vader 5 Pro from Amazon with my own money and have no affiliation with Flydigi or any other controller company.

TLDR; the Vader 5 Pro is almost perfect, but the actuation of the thumbsticks sucks, leading to accidental presses and making consistent high-level gameplay impossible.

I love the Flydigi Vader controllers - the looks, the button layout, the software (when it works as intended), but after owning the Vader 3, 4, and now 5, I might finally be ready to stop spending my money with them and move on.

I received the Vader 5 Pro v2 (yay) and got everything set up. Software works great, love the new shoulder buttons, and just like previous iterations, the size of the controller just feels good. Also, the addition of paddles on the back is a welcome change with perfect placement (IMO) and the tension adjustment knobs actually finally working as intended.

But for whatever reason, it’s always 2 steps forward and 1 step back with these Vader controllers. I haven’t seen a …

Hello all, here’s a round-up of controller news from the past month. For anyone experiencing the effects of El Niño, hope you stay safe and your controllers don’t get too sticky!

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Software tools and firmware updates that could be useful:

• Brook Wingman FGC2 and FGC VX have firmware updates available that add support for the Steam Controller (2026), so it can be used on PlayStation 4 and 5 consoles. Touchpad and back button functionality is supported; motion control and vibration is not.
• DSX+ v3.2 Beta is an app for using the DualSense (PS5 controller) on PC. The latest Beta versions add the ability to use all controller functions, including audio and haptics, via Bluetooth. Note that DSX+ (not just the core DSX app) is required, although this may still be cheaper and easier if you don’t want to build your own adapter to achieve the same thing.
• LegendCTL is a Windows app for adjusting settings on the ZD Ultimate Legend, as an alternative to the official app. …

I’ve been playing with this controller for barely 2 months now, and I absolutely love it. But just now, for no reason (I really take good care of it), a major bug appeared: my right stick click (R3) is registered as constantly pressed down/spam when I don’t even touch it.

​As you can see in the video, it’s stuck on infinite press/spam.

​Here is what I’ve already tried to fix it:

​I completely removed the plastic thumbstick to make sure it wasn’t pushing too hard on the mechanism, but the button stays completely triggered on the tester

​I reset the controller to factory settings

​Has anyone faced this issue?

got this tarantula pro on a nice sale because i wanted something with gyro, and i’m still adapting to the playstation layout, last time i used it was on the playstation 2 and since then, i went full xbox layout. did someone experienced the same issue at some point?

Just received my Saber Plus yesterday and have put a bit of time into it. I purchased the controller myself and have no affiliation with anything other than afternoon naps.

2 sentence bottom line: if you’re looking for a controller for dpad centric use, look elsewhere, it’s an extremely cheap and weirdly shallow pad that has, and I hate to say it, a similar but worse feeling Switch Pro-esque controller dpad. If you’re looking for a symmetrical but primarily joystick centric use case, this controller is superb in all other ways and I doubt you’d be disappointed.

Like many of you here, I’m annoyingly picky when it comes to feel and ergonomics.

I’m mainly a mouse and keyboard user, but I do use controllers for third person games (dead space, dark souls, etc), retro emulation, and platformers/RPGs (Silksong, Chrono Trigger, etc).

Generally, I prefer an asymmetrical/Xbox layout for third person games - my favorite so far being the GameSir G7 Pro (with a minor asterisk that the face …

Loving my bag from Chrome Industries. 🔥

Found a lil shop called UrbanCred in Brooklyn with a whole host of Able Carry/Evergoods products and my GOD is this the most comfortable bag I’ve used.

I’ve been daily driving a Synapse 25 for a few years and got this to fill a hole in my tech carry needs- now to complete the trifecta with a outdoor pack that’s as comfortable as this one (or maybe just convince myself synapse lol)

Absolutely loving my Toshi Pack 20L! Thing is lightweight and super comfy. Tons of organization, more than enough for my needs. Hoping they will upgrade the materials to a more premium one.

New bag arrived! Rocking the navy blue set-up.

A nice cleanse for my eyes after owning so many black bags.

This will be my new EDC loadout, except for the Bose speaker, added only cause it complements the blue loadout.

If I’m wearing the XM6 instead of storing it in the bag, I can fit my Canon R7 with the Sigma 17-40 attached.

Tomtoc T26 5.5L

• Osmo Pocket 4
• Sony XM6
• UGREEN 25K mAh Power Bank
• Anker Prime Charger
• Kingston SSD
• Micro Hydro Flask
• Secrid Wallet
• Cables, not included in the picture

Quick Review:

• With the full loadout, the Tomtoc still feels comfortable on my body and shoulder.
• First time owning an X-Pac bag, and I’m surprised by the texture and overall quality. We’ll see long term how it handles “dimples”.
• YKK zippers are as good as expected.
• My gadgets fit comfortably and feel safe inside the bag.
• The bag might be a bit big , but it gives me flexibility. I can fit my mirrorless camera, Switch 2, headset, controllers, for a quick day-out essentials.

Recently I flew into Almaty, Kazakhstan. I couldn’t get the local ride hailing app to work so I was forced to use an airport taxi. When I got to the destination the taxi tried to overcharge me 10x the price (he wanted $50 usd equivalent for a 10 minute ride instead of the $3-$5 that is normal). Knowing I have my bag in hand (and not in the trunk) and can just walk at any moment is a very empowering when arguing over the price.

Oh by the way, it’s very therapeutic to curse out a scammer

I’ve been trying to get better at packing lighter because every trip I end up carrying stuff I never use.

Last weekend I was sitting on my bed with my backpack open my laptop next to me checking my flight details and my phone in my hand playing on grandprize also looking through packing lists I kept adding things because I thought I might need them.

Five days later I got home and realized I never touched an extra pair of shoes half the clothes I packed, or a bunch of little gadgets I was convinced would come in handy. It kind of made me realize I don’t pack for the trip I’m taking I pack for every situation that probably won’t happen.

I’m starting to think packing light has more to do with trusting yourself to figure things out than finding the perfect packing list.

The Osprey Transporter 26+6 I’m onebagging through Germany and France with has been great thus far. I left all my stuff from inside the bag at the Airbnb and it became a great daybag. Here it is in Strassbourg and on the train to Freiburg.

I’ve been researching this the last year and have bought over 60 models of pants and will be releasing a spreadsheet on here soon but I want to know if I’m missing anything.

I’m heading to Japan for 2 weeks, splitting my time between city exploration and beach/island vibes.
Itinerary: Tokyo ➡️ Okinawa (Ishigaki, Taketomi & Iriomote) ➡️ Osaka ➡️ Kyoto.
Because I’m hitting the islands for some snorkeling, my packing list is a bit of a hybrid between city casual and water gear.
The Pack & Organization
Osprey Kestrel 38: I know some people shy away from top-loaders for travel, but this isn’t my first rodeo. I used a very similar setup for a trip to Malaysia and it worked flawlessly. The secret to making a top-loader work is relying heavily on packing cubes to keep everything organized and easily accessible. Plus, the suspension system and carry comfort on this pack are unbeatable for long transit days.
Everything fits like a glove with room to spare. Just wanted to share my loadout for anyone planning a similar hybrid city/beach trip. Let me know if you have any questions about the gear!

I fly out for conferences like a dozen times a year, and I’ve finally dialed in my onebag work setup to where I’m happy with it. Figured I’d share.

The biggest pain was never fitting everything in. It was my phone dying way too fast on conference days. All day I’m scanning in at check-in, taking notes, checking the schedule, adding people on WhatsApp to swap contacts, and my phone would be at 20% before lunch. The outlets at the venue are always taken. So I rebuilt the whole kit around two ideas: carry less, and stay topped up.

One carry-on covers it. This is what I run for a 3 to 5 day conference:

Clothes (rolled into a packing cube)

A wrinkle-free blazer (wear it on the plane)

Dark dress pants x2 (one for the venue, one casual enough for dinners)

Merino wool tees x3 (don’t smell, easy to care for)

A button-up shirt x1 (backup for formal stuff)

Underwear x5, wool socks x4

White sneakers x1 (in a shoe bag)

Electronics and charging

iPhone 16 …

I’ve been using the new Evergoods Civic Access Sling 1L for a little bit now, and I wanted to share some honest thoughts because I didn’t want to review it right away just based on hype.

For context, I’m a big Evergoods fan, but this one had me curious because 1L sounds really small on paper. I mostly see this as a “destination sling” more than a full travel sling. Basically, it’s the kind of bag I’d pack inside a larger backpack or suitcase, then use once I get to the city/hotel/destination. It also works as a very minimal daily EDC sling if you don’t carry too much.

Build quality is exactly what I expected from Evergoods. The outside is 840D ballistic nylon with DWR coating, the inside has that gray 210D nylon lining they use, and the zippers/buckle feel very premium. The Duraflex buckle has that nice crisp snap to it. Small thing, but it does make the bag feel quality.

What I was able to fit:
iPhone Pro Max size phone in the back area
Evergoods bifold wallet
Soundcore …

Just purchased the CAP2 in X-PAC! I’m so excited!!! Been a long time lurker for the brand and finally took the plunge and purchased… I plan on using the pouch for either tech or toiletries as I travel a lot for work. Any advice for maintenance/keeping it clean? I’m looking at keeping this pouch around for years..

There has been reference to a smaller bag multiple times in the Evergoods newsletters. Any guesses what it will be? A smaller version of an existing bag(CHZ16, MPL15, etc)or a brand new one?

Just got a CAS2, but found that the zipper on the front compartment kind of bends in and does not stay in shape (see pic).
It’s kind of annoying, does anyone know how to fix this or it’s a common issue? Thx.

I bought an MPL22 about six months ago and it’s perfect except the straps feel very stiff to me. I’ve tried flexing / bending / rolling them but that didn’t make much difference. Curious to hear from others if I can expect the straps to soften up with more use… Should I load it up with something heavy and wear it around the house next?

In case it matters: I’m a medium sized woman - I don‘t find the straps too thin, I think they are slightly too wide, a bit stiff/thick, and slightly too far apart. Buckling the sternum strap helps with the last bit. Mostly it’s the stiffness I hope to solve.

I’ve been dialing in my travel setup and wanted to see what methods everyone here has settled on.

My current setup includes:

1× Evergoods 8L Packing Cube

1× Evergoods 4L Packing Cube

Several Peak Design Medium and Small Packing Cubes

These all get rotated between my CTB26 and other travel bags depending on the trip.

For those using Evergoods or Peak Design packing cubes:

Do you roll your clothes?

Do you use the KonMari/file-fold method?

Do you flat fold and stack everything?

Or have you landed on some hybrid approach?

I’m not necessarily trying to maximize every last cubic inch. I’m more interested in the best balance of: Easy access, Minimal wrinkles, Staying organized throughout the trip, Making good use of the compression cubes.

If you’ve experimented with different methods and found one that works particularly well with Evergoods bags, I’d love to hear what you’ve settled on and why.

Bonus points for photos of your packing cubes or …