Sony patents adaptive controller with customizable touch layouts

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Sony has patented a buttonless adaptive controller with customizable touch-based layouts. The design features touch surfaces and optical sensors instead of physical buttons, allowing users to define their own control schemes and adapt them to their needs. This patent explores a new direction for adaptive controllers, potentially offering advanced accessibility features and gesture recognition, though its market viability is uncertain.


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