The iOS 13 update and Apple Arcade let you use your iPhone as more than just a smartphone. After all, just playing on your phone is sometimes boring, even if it's more than 100 new products from Apple Arcade.
To make games more fun, Apple allows you to connect a wireless controller directly to your gadget. However, this trick will work not only with iOS. will teach you how to connect your Android smartphone to the controllers as well. And, believe me, it is very simple, and the pleasure is enormous.
Apple has made the process of connecting a controller to an iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV simple and easy. PS4 and Xbox One controllers should work with most games. One interesting detail is that you can connect multiple wireless controllers to a single device. And so, let's go. First you need to update your device. If iPhone - to iOS 13, if iPad - iPadOS, if Apple TV - tvOS. Android also needs to be updated to version 10, as the connection is much faster than on older versions.
To pair your controller Xbox One First, you need to check if it is ready for Bluetooth pairing. Bluetooth-enabled controllers have a plastic button around the Xbox button that is the same color as the base color of the controller. Non-Bluetooth controllers around the same button are colored to match the side color areas.If you have a controller Bluetooth Xbox One, hold down the Xbox One logo button on the top of the controller until the logo lights up and flashes.
When your controller is ready to pair, go to settings on your device Apple and click "Bluetooth". Depending on which one you connect, the menu will show DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller or Xbox One Wireless Controller. Choose the appropriate controller and enjoy.Setting Apple TV very similar, but with some differences. Download Apple TV and go to settings. Scroll down until you find Remotes and Devices. Once you're there, you should see the "Bluetooth" option, click on it, and any of the controllers should appear under "Other Devices", click on the appropriate controller and, again, enjoy.
FROM Android still easier. It was possible to pair Bluetooth controllers with Android phones in software versions prior to Android 10, but the latest google update recognizes controllers faster, and as a bonus for Android 10 users who sync DualShock 4, the touchpad can be used as a mouse pointer for the operating system, as well as in-game if you don't want to navigate with the analog stick. Just go to settings, select Bluetooth and connect your device. On Android 10, the DualShock 4's light turns blue to indicate it has been successfully installed, and the Xbox controller's middle light button stays lit while it's connected to your phone. If you are using more old version Android, such as Android 7 Nougat or Android 8 Oreo, you may need to delve into the Bluetooth submenu in the Connected Devices setting to pair the controller.
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The question of how to connect a gamepad to Android is of interest to many gamers. Many games have been developed for Android, which are not inferior to computer games in terms of image quality. Touch keys are used as controls on smartphones. For more convenient use, it is recommended to attach a gamepad to the device.
Joining is possible in three ways:
- directly via bluetooth connection;
- through an application designed specifically for bluetooth to connect the remote control to set-top boxes.
Each method has positive and negative sides. Let's take a closer look at each.
How to connect a gamepad from PS 4
- Download add. Sixaxis Compatibility Checker software.
- Download the Sixaxis Pair Tool application to your PC.
- We connect the device to the PC via a USB cable and run the program.
- It will show the Mac address, which is 12 digits.
- We take the Android device and launch the "Controller".
- A 12-digit number will be displayed, which should be entered into the Pair Tool. Information should be entered into a specially designated form - change master.
- Click the "Update" button.
- Remove the wire from the PC and press the key
- Look at the indicator light. If the connection is successful, the fire will flash red. If the notification "Connection error" is displayed, then the connection is not possible.
To PS 3
To connect the gamepad from PS 3, you should follow the recommendations:
- Connection is carried out in two ways: via a USB cable or wirelessly. For the 2nd method, use the instructions above.
- Before direct installation, it is recommended to download another program from Google Play. It should check if the OS is compatible with the device.
- Next, install the software. We register the address of the smartphone (it can be seen in the device settings). We click "Update". So, the remote will be tied to the mob. gadget.
How to connect a joystick from Xbox 360
To connect the xbox 360 gamepad, you need to have a USB cable, as well as a micro usb adapter. If the game supports controller control, then add. settings are not required.
Otherwise, you need to open the Play Market and set the settings for the remote control. Use Tincore Keymapper.
Xbox One
For Xbox connections one by bluetooth follows:
- Download and install Sixaxis Controller.
- Download add. Compatibility Checker software.
- Download the Pair Tool to your computer.
- We connect the joystick to the PC via a USB cable and run the software.
- It will show the Mac address which is 12 digits.
- We take an android device and launch the "Controller".
- We agree with the provision of root rights.
- A 12-digit number will be displayed, which you need to enter into the Pair Tool. Enter the data should be in a specially designated form - change master.
- Click the "Update" button.
- Pull out the wire and press the key
- Look at the indicator light. If the connection is successful, the fire will flash red. If the notification "Error" is displayed, then the connection is not possible.
- Click "Change input method", select the console.
vr box
Connecting the Vr box is no different from the above method. It is carried out wirelessly using software and PC.
How to connect a joystick to Android via USB
- Check the performance of the controller by plugging it into the computer;
- See if the connectors for usb and otg-cable are working;
- Download any software working via usb with mob. gadgets;
- Connect the adapter to the device;
- Run the downloaded software;
- During installation, a message will be displayed that changes will be made to the device, click "OK";
- Next, the display will show the inscription: “Enable usb joystick” ?, you must agree;
- Then a control check will take place and a connection with the controller will be established.
Via Bluetooth (no wire)
Connection is carried out via bluetooth channel, without wires. Step by step installation process:
- Open the smartphone settings, activate wireless communication. The procedure is faster if you lower the shutter and go to the quick menu.
- Turn on the gamepad and activate the bluetooth using the desired set of buttons. Which specific keys should be pressed is described in the user manual for a specific game console.
- In the smartphone, we activate the search for devices and pair it with our remote control.
To configure the control keys, you need to download a special utility from Google Play. In the instructions you can find a program that the developer himself advises.
How to connect a gamepad from PS 3 to Android without root
If you are wondering how to connect a joystick to android phone without root rights, you should connect it via a USB cable. For this:
- Before direct installation, download the software from Google Play. It should check if the OS is compatible with the device.
- Next, install the utility.
- We register the address of the smartphone (it can be seen in the device settings). We click "Update". So, the gamepad will be tied to the mob. gadget.
How to connect joystick to android tablet
Connecting a controller to a tablet is no different than setting up a smartphone. It is also carried out:
- using a USB cable or a special adapter;
- directly via bluetooth connection.
Detailed instructions are described above.
Now I will show you how to quickly connect the DualShock 4 PlayStation 4 joystick to your Android phone and use it in games. At the end, advice on what to do so that the response from him in the game does not slow down.
This article is suitable for all brands that produce phones on Android 10/9/8/7: Samsung, HTC, Lenovo, LG, Sony, ZTE, Huawei, Meizu, Fly, Alcatel, Xiaomi, Nokia and others. We are not responsible for your actions.
Attention! You can ask your question to a specialist at the end of the article.
We connect the joystick from PS4 to the Android phone via BlueTooth
Let's assume that the joystick is connected to the PS4. In our instructions, we will look at exactly how to disconnect the gamepad from the console and connect it to the phone.
We perform these steps:
- On PS4, go to Settings.
- Select "Adjust sound, devices".
- Click on "Disconnect Device".
- We select the DualShock 4 joystick. If the gamepad is already disabled, then we start the setup from the next item.
- On the gamepad, hold down the "Share" and "Playstation" buttons. Hold them until the indicator glows white.
- On the Android phone, activate the "Bluetooth" option, and then start the process of searching for devices.
- "Wireless Controller" will be displayed in the device list. Click on it to connect.
The setup process is complete. Now you can play your favorite games on your Android phone with a convenient joystick.
Connect joystick via USB
For this method of connecting a joystick to an Android phone, you will need a cord. Often DualShock 4 is connected to the gadget without problems using this cable. You just need to connect the joystick to the device and find it in the list of available devices.
Solving the problem: slow response (delay in actions)
Very often when connecting the DualShock 4 to an Android phone, there is a delay in game actions, especially when fast reflexes are required. To solve this problem, the Bluetooth Auto Connect application is used, which can be downloaded from the Play Store.
The advantage of this utility is the automatic connection of Bluetooth devices that you connect to your phone. You can also set up useful options, for example, "Continuous connection", which will connect devices after a certain period of time.
Installation and use instructions:
- Download and install Bluetooth Auto Connect on Android phone.
- We start the utility. Scroll down to "Advanced Options" (with a DualShock 4 connected), select "Connect Now". The joystick should now function correctly.
- If the problems persist, then again go to the "Advanced Options" menu, click "Connect Now" and enter the parameters 2 - 15 seconds. These actions can solve the problem with the delay. You can experiment with different times to find the best value.
If you spend a little time setting up the gamepad, you can get a real gaming gadget that will function without slowdowns and delays.
For convenience, you can purchase a special clip. It securely attaches the Android phone to the joystick.
Are you an avid gamer, but the controls in applications designed for smartphones do not suit you? Have a great gamepad but don't know how to connect a joystick to your Android phone? Our article will help here, thanks to which you will pump your skills to the maximum.
Features of connecting the gamepad to a smartphone
Unfortunately, the minimum number of consoles connects to the phone on the operating room without problems. Android system and iOS. Most often, remotes are oriented either to a special set-top box or to communication with a computer. The last option is much easier: you just need to use a USB OTG adapter, which we talked about in the article.
Synchronization via Bluetooth- Another good way that requires installing an emulator on the device. Read about this procedure below. The smartphone must have Root-rights!
How to connect a joystick to an Android phone from PS3 and PS4 via Sixaxis Controller
We need: two utilities, . To get started, download the first program, namely SixaxisPairTool from a trusted source. We install it by the standard method on the computer and run it. We connect the controller to the PC.
In the meantime, you need to download an application on your phone or tablet Sixaxis Compatibility Checker, freely available in . Please note that without the "Superuser" mode, the program will not function!
If the application is not on Google Play— download it from w3bsit3-dns.com (they tried to block it several times already, so….) — https://w3bsit3-dns.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=257429
There is good news for people who have a PS4 game console. We will show you how you can connect the Dualshock 4 controller to Android via Bluetooth interface.
But if you don’t have a set-top box, but only a joystick, read about how to connect a joystick to an Android device.
More about this method
This feature is called Remote play, and it allows you to connect the controller to PS Vita and Sony smartphones. This company initially adds a function to its smartphones that allows you to connect gamepads from set-top boxes of the same name. In this case, the firmware version must be at least 4.2.
But it is also worth noting that this function can be added to any other tablet or smartphone by installing the appropriate application, which can be purchased from the Play Market.
How to connect
Below we will show you the step by step steps to connect your Dualshock 4 to your Android device.
Note that after the steps taken, your smartphone will act as an additional display to which the Playstation 4 will be connected, you will be able to play on the PS4 gamepad on your phone or simply control gameplay virtual keys from the display.
On a smartphone, you can play all the games that you have on your console, as long as the console and smartphone are paired. For those people who do not always have the opportunity to play on the TV, as it can be busy, now it will be possible to play directly on a mobile device.
Setting to manage your phone
If you just want to use the Dualshock 4 exclusively to control your phone, then you will first need to disconnect it from the console. For this:
This completes the entire setup process. Now you will be able to play your games on such a gamepad. Recall that games must support control from the controller, so not all games can be played in this way.