this controler looks surprisingly good for me, especially because it adresses my main issue with the Dual Shock. This one has the left analog where the d-pad is, just like a 360 controler, and that works much better in my opinion. What do you think? 
 
 

Looks like a cool imitation. Nice for those who complain about the DS3. I've never had a problem with it myself, so i'm good.

lol you mimic our slim, we mimic your controller! HAAA!!!

Pretty interesting. I certainly prefer the 360 controller over the dual shock. however, they didnt fix up the trigger's. But still, at least the analogs are fixed

I use both controllers without any problems. What's wrong with the DS3?

While I love the DualShock3, this is a thing of beauty.

" I use both controllers without any problems. What's wrong with the DS3? "

The 360's D Pad sucks and the PS3's L2 and R2 suck.  If I could swap either feature for the other controller's version, I'd be happy, but I haven't seen that yet.  Oh well, at least people are trying.

I kind of wish the 360 controller had that textured bits on the sides. I find after I've been playing and my hands get sweaty, the controller tends to slide out of my hand.

I like the DS3, and I've never understood why someone would want to have the analog sticks be asymmetrical.  That aside, I think that that controller looks pretty solidly built.  It's a shame that it's not bluetooth though.

Oh awesome! I am so getting that. Looks way better than the Datel one. 
 
Does anyone know where you can get it?

I like the look of this. The Dualshock became obsolete for me the moment the xbox 360 was released. 
 
hope these will be available in the UK.

Who would want an assymetrical dual analog? Never understood the design choice for the x360.

" Who would want an assymetrical dual analog? Never understood the design choice for the x360. "

" @gosukiller said:

" Who would want an assymetrical dual analog? Never understood the design choice for the x360. "

because the left analog replaced the dpad, and thats where the dpad always was in every controler? "

" @Rhaknar: No, he was asking why do people prefer that design over the DS3? "

I can't seem to find this on Power A's site. Anyone know where I could get this? I need to get it before a potential lawsuit arises.

I want that controller pretty badly, but I suppose I can't buy it here in Sweden

Good for you, I however will be sticking to the DS3. I have no problem with it. It's good that people have choice on this matter though.

" @Rhaknar said:

" @gosukiller said:

" Who would want an assymetrical dual analog? Never understood the design choice for the x360. "

because the left analog replaced the dpad, and thats where the dpad always was in every controler? "

If it replaced the D-pad, then why is there still a dpad on the 360? I'm not dissing the 360 pad, I just don't care for asymetry. It looks like somebody accidentily switched the dpad and left stick around.   To each his own, I guess I just prefer the DS3. "

" @Rhaknar: As far as I know, only the Gamecube and Dreamcast had that button configuration. And Dreamcast didn't even have a second stick. "

" @Rhaknar: Wait, I thought this whole thing was about moving the analog stick to a more comfortable place, not the D Pad. "

The 360/legacy systems comparision seem wrong. Yes, the D-pad is on the left, but those controllers didn't have the big hand grips. The feel is completely different.

So it has the best things from both controllers.

Thats interesting. 
It gives people more choice I suppose, and that's never a bad thing.

I've never had a problem with the analog stick being where it is on the PS2/3 controllers. My only issue with the PS3 controller is the R2/L2 triggers don't work as well as the 360 ones. Also, I think part of the reason I hate the 360 D-pad so much is its location, which makes a shitty pad even more awkward.
 
A PS3 controller with 360 triggers would be perfect. Or hell, bring back the PS2 triggers, those were fine; how many games do you actually need to pull a trigger halfway? Racing is the only thing I can think of, and even then 99% of the time I'm all the way on gas or all the way on brake.

I love the DualShock, but if that's your stumbling block, then I guess this manufacturer has found their niche, right?

Looks good. I'll be thinking about getting one of these.
Even tho my playtime can be summed up as PC>PS3>360 I much prefer the ergonomics of the 360 controller to the  dualshock.
It makes sense for the analog stick to be on the same level as the buttons as these are the things you are using most of the time not the D-pad, and the L2 R2 buttons are just plain bad imho. So this will be cool to use.
 
I have 2 issues with this controller however:
1. The porous material for the grip. Seems like sweat and dirt will accumulate there easier and will be harder to clean.
2. Almost can't see the buttons at all. I like the way they stand out on the standard PS3 controller in terms of colour:/

DualShock for life!

this solves my number one problem with the PS3. I hated where the joysticks were. Now the PS3 is 100% a okay.

I got an email response from Power A and they say that the controller is hitting stores on September. It also has rumble, which the article doesn't mention.

What do the triggers look like?

" @Bones8677 said:

" @Rhaknar: Wait, I thought this whole thing was about moving the analog stick to a more comfortable place, not the D Pad. "

dude it IS, wtf :D  Let me say this again. for years (all those systems I mentioned) you placed your left thumb on the edge of the controler for the DPAD. That's where you use your left thumb on the 360 controler with the left analog , but on the DS you use your left thumb on the bottom of the controler. that's all :D "

I like both controller types, having had no real issue with either of them except when it comes to fighting games, where the DS3 obviously wins over the 360 one.

I wish it was a bit sleeker, but I guess it doesn't really need to be. 
 
I've never had a problem with the DS3, but having said that, I enjoy the 360 controller too. Happy days all around!

Dualshock 3 FTW

I'm accustomed to both controllers equally. The only thing I don't like about the DS3 is the L2 and R2 buttons. I love how the 360 pad has them trigger shaped, but they are just regular buttons on the DS3. This controller doesn't seem to change that. 

ewwww