How to charge a ps4 joystick

The newest joystick for the gaming console is called DualShock 4. The gamepad has received a complete improvement. New features have been added, controls and the battery have been improved, and at the same time, the charging capabilities of the gamepad have expanded. In this article we will tell you in detail how to carry out this process correctly.

How to properly charge a gamepad

If you adhere to the following rules for properly charging the joystick, this will help to significantly extend its service life and preserve all the capacity characteristics and the ability to hold the battery for a long time:

1. Do not allow the battery to become completely discharged. Lithium-ion batteries do not have memory functions. That is why they need to be charged. It is no secret that any battery has limitations associated with the cycles of such a process. To significantly increase their number, you need to charge the gamepad until it is completely discharged. As soon as you see that there is 15% left, you can safely put the joystick on charge.
2. The joystick should be fully charged several times a month. If the joystick remains in this state for a long period of time, it will also damage the battery. Discharge the battery completely several times a month. Charge for at least 10 hours.
3. Adhere to all existing storage rules.If you do not use the gamepad and do not plan to, then be sure to make sure that its battery is charged by 40%. If you store the joystick with a charged battery for a long time, this will affect the capacity reduction. And prolonged storage in a discharged state will affect the loss of the ability to hold the battery or will completely disable it.
4. If the original device is lost, then do not buy cheap Chinese fakes. You only need to charge the gamepad with the original device. Chinese models are of poor quality, and their numerical indicators do not correspond to reality. Using counterfeit devices may damage the battery.
5. Avoid overheating. Do not leave the battery in the sun or near a heat source.

As soon as you realize that the device is dead, you need to take the following actions:

• Look at how many percent the joystick is charged. You can do this by holding down the PS button.
• You will see a notification at the top corner of the screen. Then you will have about 30 minutes to put the joystick on charge. After this time, the gamepad will discharge to zero.

Please note the following methods to charge your gamepad:

• Using a charging station (this method is rarely used, since not everyone can afford a charging station).
• From the console (the most common and simplest method).
• From a laptop or computer.
• Using charging from a wall outlet.

Charging the joystick: step by step

In order to charge the joystick from the PS4 console, a USB cable or charger is often used. The joystick is quite an expensive device and it will be unpleasant if it breaks due to the fact that you charge it incorrectly.We will tell you about the most difficult ways to charge a joystick.

From console

You can charge the joystick from the console even while playing. You can also put it on charge in sleep mode. This option is very convenient and simple.

Below we will tell you how to charge the joystick from the console in standby mode:

1. Start connecting the gamepad to the console. Use a USB cable.
2. Click on the menu and select “settings”.
3. Then click on “select functions available in standby mode”.
4. There, select the item that will allow you to charge the gamepand using a USB cable. This must be done, otherwise the gamepand simply cannot be charged.
5. Then put your console into standby mode. You just need to go higher and select the appropriate item there.

From the outlet

Some are not at all sure that it is possible to charge the device in this way. However, it is possible. To do this, use your cell phone charge. You will need to pay attention to the following nuances:

• Please note that the output current should be no more than 0.8A. Otherwise, the gamepad will simply be disabled.
• Carry out the process using a USB cable from the device itself. Do not use the cable that came with your smartphone.

Important! Also note that the device must be of high quality. Otherwise, your joystick will be damaged.

There is no consensus that it is allowed to charge the joystick from a power outlet. Everything will depend on the device itself and the USB cable. However, we highly recommend not drawing with your gamepad. It is best to carry out the process using a high-quality cable or if you are 100% sure that the device will fit it. The PS4 gamepad is quite an expensive device and requires proper handling.