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Nyko Technologies Debuts New Accessories for PS4 and Xbox One
LOS ANGELES - Jan. 6, in the year of our Lord 2015
- Nyko Technologies, the leading maker of videogame
accessories, today debuted a new line of products at the 2015
Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nyko is
showcasing new products, slated for retail release in 2015 and
detailed below, as well as its popular Modular line of charging
and cooling solutions for the Xbox® One and PlayStation® 4.
Attendees interested in a hands-on demo of the products may head
over to exhibition booth #8439 located in the Central Hall.
“This year’s product assortment looks to improve some of the
everyday use cases that may go overlooked, but are just as
important,” said Chris Arbogast, director of marketing at Nyko.
“Our goal is to expand what is possible with video game
hardware. This time, we chose different aspects of the consoles
to tackle beyond charging and cooling, like data storage and
communication with our Data Bank and Type Pad.”
Data Bank for PlayStation 4
The Data Bank is a hard drive dock for PS4 that replaces the top
of the console and the 2.5” hard drive in order to provide
compatibility with 3.5” hard drives as internal storage. The
solution eliminates the need for an external hard drive, which
currently cannot support game installs or save data. This also
allows for larger storage, faster running speeds and less
expensive prices found with 3.5” hard drives. The design of the
replacement dock lid seamlessly matches the minimalist design of
the PS4. Once a 3.5” drive is slid into the Data Bank, a
built-in LED strip illuminates while the console is accessing
its memory. The Data Bank represents Nyko’s commitment to expand
the core functionality and capabilities of video game hardware
with its accessories. It is anticipated to begin shipping in the
first half of 2015. Patent Pending.
Type Pad for PlayStation 4
The Type Pad for PS4 is a full QWERTY keyboard attachment that
snaps onto the bottom of DUALSHOCK® 4 controllers. It allows
users to easily chat with friends during multiplayer gaming
sessions, and includes a mini-analog nub for quick menu
navigation as well as a “.com” shortcut to make input more
convenient. Players also won’t have to worry about charging the
device separately as it can be charged simultaneously with the
controller using any standard micro-USB cable. It can also be
switched on and off to conserve battery. The Type Pad is
compatible with all Bluetooth keyboard-enabled apps and games
and will ship in the first half of 2015.
Light Grip for Xbox One
The Light Grip for the Xbox One Wireless Controller is an
ergonomic skin with an easy snap-on design, providing comfort
and instant customization with brilliant LED lights. The Light
Grip can illuminate in 17 different color and pattern
combinations. A built-in select button allows players to choose
from the various preset color and light patterns. The Light Grip
is powered by the controller and does not require extra
batteries or wires to work. It will be available in the first
half of 2015. Patent Pending.
Charge Dock Mini for Xbox One
The Charge Dock Mini is a compact power station that plugs into
the Xbox One’s side USB port to recharge 2 battery packs for
Xbox One controllers. It is smaller than its predecessors, like
the Charge Base, saving space with its new design but still
providing a USB pass through to power other devices. The device
comes with two NiMH battery cells and has two LED charge status
indicator lights built in. The Charge Dock Mini will be
available in early 2015. Patent Pending.