controller problem (sorry it's a long post)

I've checked the other answers on the board and haven't gotten a working solution. The problem is that the controller flashes light blue then orange once and loses all functionality. The problem happens with all three controllers and both cords. All three controllers and both cords work on the PS3 and for the short amount of time they do function on the PS4 they show a full charge. I can charge other items from both usb ports on the PS4. I've tried the reset button on the back. I've paired them with the PS3 and reset them to the PS4. They all work in the safe menu. I've powered down the PS4, unplugged it, reset the controllers, and started in safe mode. Sony's solution is to send it in and replace hardware and give them around $180. Seems to me all the hardware is fine and this only started happening after the last major update(as well as a connectivity error message that seems irrelevant as it comes up while my friends list is displayed). Also, I have P.T. on my hard drive and I know they'll wipe the drive when fixing it. Starting in safe mode used to fix the problem for a couple of weeks, now the controller works for about four minutes or not at all. I appreciate any help and as you can see I've tried the solutions I could find on this board and others. Thanks.