Sony's masterpiece design, the DualSense controller, is packed with features: a great haptic feedback system, a touch-sensitive panel, and miniature speakers that enhance immersion in the game. Naturally, you'll need a PlayStation 5 to get the most out of these, but a slight complication with both the PC and the console is the rather small battery capacity. However, if the supposed second version's specs are to be believed, that may be a thing of the past.

We spotted this at Sweclockers. Someone noticed a now-deleted listing for the Sony Dualsense V2 controller at Best Buy in Canada. It looked identical to the original model, and the product description stated that the updated design "provides 12 hours of battery life on a full charge."

The listing also included Sony's official charging station along with the new controller, all priced the same as the current DualSense; Best Buy's US page shows the standard white model at $70 (more colorful options are $5 more), dual controller charger for $30, but the page has been removed, so we cannot confirm what was listed.

I believe Sony is planning an update to the DualSense, but it may not be until the much-rumored PlayStation 5 Pro is released. I have had very few problems with the current model (honestly, it's near perfect), only the battery life is not very good. We have two dual-sense controllers in our house, and the one that came with the PS5 console only lasts about 4-5 hours of constant use.

The other one is better, but only 1-2 hours at most. So if Sony intends to release a newer controller with an extended battery life of 12 hours, that would be great news. That said, as great as the Dualsense is, I prefer Microsoft's approach of freely interchangeable batteries.

There is something uniquely wonderful about putting two new AA batteries in an Xbox controller.

Frankly, even though the batteries are not directly replaceable, the amount of time I can use my Sony controller is not a big issue. I have a spare controller and an official charging station, so I always have a second one on hand when the charge runs out. However, if a new one with extended battery life comes out, I may place an order.

What I would like, however, is for the stick drift to stop, and I'm willing to pay more for it. Sure, you can replace the thumbstick on most controllers, but the Hall effect stick has been around for decades and there is no excuse for companies like Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony not to use it. Well, there is one thing that does exist, but it's called the profit margin.

Other than Nintendo, console manufacturers don't make much (if any) money on their base consoles, but they do profit from accessories and game licensing fees. Sony may be reluctant to raise the price of the DualSense controller by installing a decent thumbstick so as not to reduce their revenue stream.

I know I'm just screaming into the wind here, but Sony, do the right thing. Bring out the DualSense V2 with a decent battery and anti-drift feature. And forget about bundling a charging station. I'm willing to pay the extra cost for it and I don't think I'm the only one who feels that way.