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Energizer Power & Play Recharge Station for Wii, Xbox 360 or PS3 Controllers
Posted by Mark Wilson at 4:10 AM on September 18, 2008
In similar form to solutions we've seen from Nyko, Energizer has announced Power & Play recharging kits for the Wii, Xbox 360 and PS3. The Wii system (pictured) runs for $US40 and includes batteries and replacement doors for two Wiimotes. The 360 and PS3 Power & Play aren't quite the same bargain, consisting only of a recharging base for $US30, but hey, Microsoft and Sony have already provided fairly elegant battery solutions for gamers. Read on for full details.
Household Gamers: Keep the Remotes Handy and Ready to Go with Energizer(R) Power & Play Charging Systems
While disposable batteries are an appropriate solution for many gamers and households, some - especially heavy battery users - prefer to rely on a rechargeable option. That's why - for active gamers - Energizer is now offering Energizer(R) Power & Play charging systems designed specifically for Wii(R) by Nintendo(R), Microsoft(R) XBox 360(R) and Sony(R) PlayStation 3(R) wireless controllers.
The Energizer(R) Power & Play charging system for Wii(R) by Nintendo(R) remotes, which retails for a suggested price of $US39.99, comes with rechargeable batteries, replacement battery doors and a charging station. Replacement rechargeable batteries and covers are also available for $US10.99. The rechargeable battery pack for the Wii(R) Fit by Nintendo(R) is equipped with an audible and LED low-battery indicator and has a suggested retail price of $US29.99.
The Energizer(R) Power & Play charging systems for the Microsoft(R) XBox 360(R) and the Sony PlayStation 3(R) include a charging cradle and A/C powercord and have a suggested retail price of $US29.99. Additional charging cables are available for $US12.99 for the XBox 360(R) and $US9.99 for the PlayStation 3(R).
Sleek, convenient and easy to use, all of the new Energizer(R) Power & Play charging systems will be available in stores this month, just in time for the busy holiday season. Created through a licensing agreement with Performance Designed Products (PDP), the new Energizer(R) Power & Play charging systems mark the first time that Energizer has partnered with a manufacturer in the gaming arena.
"With the popularity of gaming, we wanted to give gamers two viable solutions to power their favourite wireless controllers," said Laakko. "Whether using Energizer(R) Advanced Lithium or our new Energizer(R) Power & Play gaming charging systems, gamers using Energizer products can rest assured that their fun will last and last."
Comments (AU Comments · US Comments)
Daniel Diana
Posted October 7, 2008 12:03 PM
Just wondering if and where i can buy the ps3 version in australia?
Superweirdash
Posted 5:14 AM 18/9/08
Meh, I'll stick with my eneloops that I can use in all controllers, as well as my keyboard, mouse, remotes, etc.
Superweirdash
Sbudda
Posted 5:12 AM 18/9/08
Does anyone have information on how well this will work for:
a) The silicon jacket on the Wiimote
b) The upcoming MotionPlus
I've loved the idea of these recharging stations, but I've never been able to figure out how it would work for these instances.
Sbudda
dicknervous
Posted 4:59 AM 18/9/08
It's not just you, I thought the same thing for a moment an then thought "That would be insane!"
dicknervous
JoOngle
Posted 4:59 AM 18/9/08
that thing looks like it has been made for wii controllers and not so much ps3 controllers.
yeah - so sue me - I´m fashion concious okay?
JoOngle
ecirtap00
Posted 4:47 AM 18/9/08
I'll just assume I need a damn nap, but when I first looked at the headline...I thought it was a charging station that would charge ALL 3 types. At once.
ecirtap00
VideoVampire
Posted 4:45 AM 18/9/08
"The Wii system (pictured) runs $40 and includes batteries and replacement doors for two Wiimotes."
Uhhmmmm....there's no picture..
VideoVampire
TheMagicSheep
Posted 5:41 AM 18/9/08
wait...so this one thing won't charge my wii, xbox, and ps2 controllers?
TheMagicSheep
Mark Wilson
Posted 5:54 AM 18/9/08
@everyone: I can see how that was headline was misleading. Updated.
Mark Wilson
JEmlay
Posted 8:00 AM 19/9/08
That's a bad deal. For $50 you can buy Reacts 4 port charger with 4 battery replacements. Even if you don't have 4 controller it's worth it just for the extra battery packs. Plus, their replacments:
1. Don't have the CRAPPY bumps on the back of the battery door.
2. Have rubber grips on the back of the battery door.
JEmlay