Why this is important: For Android gamers, these changes mean your phone or tablet might finally behave more like a proper gaming machine, with your controller in hand, and no touch-only compromises.

If you’ve ever plugged in a controller to your Android phone, jumped into a game, and immediately fumbled a button because the layout felt off, you’re not alone. Android has supported a wide range of ...

Smartphone gaming has grown far beyond simple touch-based controls. Whether you’re diving into fast-paced shooters, racing sims, or platformers, having a reliable game controller can seriously upgrade ...

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With Android becoming a more powerful and popular mobile gaming platform, there's one obvious question: where are all the controllers? Sure you could use a PC a PC game controller on an Android tablet ...

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another ...

The first time I got my hands on a telescopic controller, it felt like magic. Turning my phone into a Nintendo Switch made it far more fun to play, and it made me swear off touchscreen controls for ...

8BitDo has teased a new controller during CES 2026 that turns your phone into a Game Boy. The controller is not yet available, but 8BitDo says it plans to launch it later this Summer. 8BitDo has ...

A new report from Android Authority suggests Google is quietly cooking up some big gaming improvements for Android 17, and they could make life a lot easier for anyone who prefers using a physical ...

The Basegrip for Steam Controller lets you mount your phone onto the controller. The accessory is launching on the same day as the Steam Controller, May 4. You can ...