Only deal-breaker for me in no way to get sound without Bluetooth headphones also.
They saying 111g
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8Bitdo announces xCloud Android controller
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Only deal-breaker for me in no way to get sound without Bluetooth headphones also.
They saying 111g
I like the look of it and understand it for Android mobile gaming (though the sticks could match the XBO's controller)...however, when playing on an Android tablet, couldn't you just use an XBO controller?
Xbox controller is apparently 280 grams. This is not going to feel great clipped.
While these clips look nice, they're horrible in practice. When the phone is behind the controller, the weight of the phone generates far too much torque for it to be comfortable to play.
The PowerA MOGA gaming clip is the only decent option I've found, since it allows you to have the phone overtop of the controller, moving the center of gravity within the controller so that there's less or no torque.
The PowerA MOGA gaming clip is the only decent option I've found, since it allows you to have the phone overtop of the controller, moving the center of gravity within the controller so that there's less or no torque.
The PowerA MOGA gaming clip is the only decent option I've found, since it allows you to have the phone overtop of the controller, moving the center of gravity within the controller so that there's less or no torque.
This also helps a bit with the surprisingly bright Home button on the controllers, while playing in the dark. I've been pretty happy with that clip.
Cool partnership but low effort, seems like just a Rebrand of the SN30 Pro, which mind you, is a small enough controller to carry in a bag without bulk and has all the proper buttons you are used to. But if this was a proper Xbox controller it would have the correct stick configuration and work on PC, Xbox One, iOS, etc.
Cool first try though, hopefully they keep going with something more worthwhile.
Cool first try though, hopefully they keep going with something more worthwhile.
I don't think I'm interested in more bluetooth for xCloud.
I'd rather remove that hop and go hardwired to the phone:
Doesn't this include a cable which basically means you can use it without bluetooth?
I've never used any of these mounts so not sure how things work bluetoothless.
As someone who primarily games through streaming from my Xbox I have no interest. In fact this would be worse since one of my problems is how light the controller is compared to my phone clipped to the top.
What I want is an Xbox controller that allows you to put your phone in the middle so the dimensions become closer to a Wii U Game Pad, Vita or Switch.
What I want is an Xbox controller that allows you to put your phone in the middle so the dimensions become closer to a Wii U Game Pad, Vita or Switch.
Don't get why they never make these clips able to hold a 7 inch tablet. Only one I've yet to find that holds a kindle is for DualShock.
Xbox controllers have the best dpads this gen, in my opinion, and I'd wait for impressions on whether or not these 8bitdo controllers will have even mediocre dpads if they're using old parts to make them.
A controller with no grips is going to suck with a phone attached to the top like that.
That style of clip is already a bit uncomfortable with a regular XB1 controller with full grips, but this controller is going to be awful unless you have the smallest/lightest Android phone available.
That style of clip is already a bit uncomfortable with a regular XB1 controller with full grips, but this controller is going to be awful unless you have the smallest/lightest Android phone available.
I think making an Android-only controller that doesn't match the basic layout of an Xbox controller is gonna be a tough sell. That kind of controller for a clip sounds pretty uncomfortable, due to balance/grip. The weight and surface area of a standard controller with a clip would be a better choice all around, while not being particularly more expensive.
Android-only?! Strange, usually 8Bitdo throws in everything but the kitchen sink, compatibility-wise.
Not sure if the fine-tuning features really fit the use-case. Anyone playing that seriously would probably prefer to play directly on the Xbox, instead of through xCloud. That's just me thinkin', though.
Not sure if the fine-tuning features really fit the use-case. Anyone playing that seriously would probably prefer to play directly on the Xbox, instead of through xCloud. That's just me thinkin', though.
They probably only officially support android connectivity, but as far as I know bluetooth controllers on android just use the HID controller protocol. I'm not sure if they would even jump through hoops to block this controller from just working on PC. All you'd need after that is the XCE - Xbox Controller Emulator.
It does! Looks like that's a hinge of some sort.Looking at this image, it looks like the clip might be able to angle above the controller which might make it more comfortable than I thought.
Looking at this image, it looks like the clip might be able to angle above the controller which might make it more comfortable than I thought.
It's a hinge so it looks it can be moved around.
Yeah, it looks like the same kind of design as this clip, which I use frequently and like quite a bit:Looking at this image, it looks like the clip might be able to angle above the controller which might make it more comfortable than I thought.
Amazon.com: PowerA MOGA Mobile Gaming Clip for Xbox Wireless Controllers: Video Games
Amazon.com: PowerA MOGA Mobile Gaming Clip for Xbox Wireless Controllers: Video Games
www.amazon.com
Who makes the one where the phone goes in the middle?
Also get a short cable and wire it instead of Bluetooth, massive improvement.
Also get a short cable and wire it instead of Bluetooth, massive improvement.
This one?
Amazon.com: Razer Kishi Controller for Android: Compatible with Most USB-C Android Phones - Cloud Gaming Ready - Type-C Passthrough Charging - Clickable Analog Thumbsticks: Video Games
Amazon.com: Razer Kishi Controller for Android: Compatible with Most USB-C Android Phones - Cloud Gaming Ready - Type-C Passthrough Charging - Clickable Analog Thumbsticks: Video Games
www.amazon.com
I preordered this xbox version of the SN30 Pro but after researching its looks like the regular SN30 Pro and + are better buys because they work across android, pc, ios, and switch plus rumble is built in. No idea why they would gimp the controller of compatibility just because of the xbox branding. I think the xbox controller looks cool and all, but i'm going to cancel and order the SN30 pro +.
Yes, it's a bit sad that this is Android only. I wonder if a future firmware update can sort this.
Sorry for the bump, but does anyone know if this also works with Apple phones? I found a black friday deal on one, but its not much use if it only works with Android phones.
A quick search says that the previous SN30 Pro version works with iOS13.
A quick search says that the previous SN30 Pro version works with iOS13.