Sometimes it takes a
little modding to get something to work the way you want it to. Other times, it takes a
lot of modding to get
a device working to your stringent specifications. This was the case for Aximsite "rookie" kryten007, who
wanted a Bluetooth controller for his PDA but was unhappy with the fit of the only commercial model available, the
GamePad. Instead
of modding the GamePad itself, kryten007 ripped the guts out and inserted them into a hollowed-out $3 Playstation
controller. After a bit of wiring hassle (something about the GamePad lacking a "common ground") he was able
to make everything work properly and attach it to his Axim x50 using modified, spring-loaded mechanical pencils. The
end result may not look all that pretty, but no one is grading these projects on aesthetics, right?
[Via
Hack-a-Day]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Shin @ Jan 22nd 2006 2:33PM
Now THAT's a PSP.
eric @ Jan 22nd 2006 5:11PM
what exactly does it do, it is a controller for the PDA that doesnt attach with wires, just bluetooth?
Tachion @ Jan 22nd 2006 10:30PM
I really wish PDA devs would make a gamepad that just snaps to the bottom of the PDA and overlaps the d-pad/buttons so it's not the size of a brick.
Faisal @ Jan 22nd 2006 11:53PM
NICE!!! Now I just need to buy myself a Dell Axim... :(
Whuh? @ Jan 23rd 2006 9:11AM
I wish palm with have a nice gamepad so I can play Duke3D on it.
Dermot @ Jan 23rd 2006 9:11AM
I want one!
Leksa @ Apr 19th 2006 3:20PM
Hey Dude! You rull!!! Could you make one for my HP iPAQ hx4700 pleazzzz =)) I can send U my old-good ps joystick ;)