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Hall Effect Controllers Prevent Stick Drift

Hall Effect Controllers Prevent Stick Drift

Learn why stick drift happens, how Hall Effect sensors prevent it when engineered well, and when paying for magnetic sticks actually saves money - plus platform-specific picks and a plain-language cost breakdown.

5th Oct6 min read
Best Xbox Controller 2025: Hall Effect Tested

Best Xbox Controller 2025: Hall Effect Tested

Get data-backed picks for Xbox controllers with Hall Effect sticks, using oscilloscope tests to expose drift, latency variance, and hidden spikes - plus why the wired Thrustmaster eSwap X2 is the competitive choice. Learn why input consistency, not just low average latency, decides wins.

5th Oct7 min read
Game Controller History: From Joysticks to Haptics

Game Controller History: From Joysticks to Haptics

Follow the engineering decisions behind controllers - from early joysticks to modern haptics - to see how they solved real player frustrations and reshaped repairability. Apply these lessons to diagnose issues like drift, choose hardware you can maintain, and extend your controller’s lifespan.

5th Oct5 min read
Ergonomic Game Controllers: Save Your Hands, Boost Playtime

Ergonomic Game Controllers: Save Your Hands, Boost Playtime

Reduce hand and wrist strain while improving reaction time with data-backed guidance on controller ergonomics - key injury risks, fit angles, and modifiable specs to match your anatomy. Get practical tests and quick upgrades to prevent pain and extend playtime.

5th Oct5 min read

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