Sony appears to be preparing a new iteration of its premium DualSense Edge controller, with a revised model recently surfacing in filings with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The updated controller carries the model number CFI-ZCP2, a slight increase from the current CFI-ZCP1.
While the exact nature of the changes remains unconfirmed, industry speculation points toward improved accessibility for the controller's rechargeable lithium-ion battery. This potential revision is widely believed to be in anticipation of the European Union's forthcoming Right to Repair directive, which mandates that manufacturers allow consumers to easily replace batteries in their electronic devices without needing to return the product for service. This directive is set to take effect in 2027, the same year the new DualSense Edge model is expected to be available.
Further supporting this timeline, some of the FCC documentation related to the CFI-ZCP2 model are reportedly restricted until late January 2027. These sealed documents are said to include updated design specifications and a user manual, though they are not yet accessible to the public. This FCC appearance marks the first indication of an update for the DualSense Edge, which originally launched in early 2023. Given the timing suggested by the FCC filings, Sony may offer more details about the revised controller in the near future.