[STEAM] 8BitDo’s first smartphone controller has Hall effect joysticks and triggers

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8BitDo’s first smartphone controller is Android-only. | Image: 8BitDo 8BitDo has announced its

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, the company’s first gamepad that attaches directly to smartphones and mobile devices using an expanding clamping mechanism. It’s

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and is expected to be released on November 29th, 2024.

The Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller can be attached to smartphones or smaller tablet devices measuring between 100mm and 170mm in length. For expanded compatibility, instead of plugging in with USB-C, 8BitDo’s new controller connects wirelessly over Bluetooth but only supports Android devices.

The use of Bluetooth necessitates a 350mAh rechargeable battery in the controller, which 8BitDo says is enough for 15 hours of play on a 1.5-hour charge. That added...

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