[HELP NEEDED] N64 to USB for Emulator FUN! [ACCESSORY REVIEW] - Xoom Accessories

I ran into this while browsing Amazon. I've always loved the N64 controller layout and I found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002B9FIUU
It's a N64 to USB adapter that I hope we can get to work with Emulators. I've tested the N64 controller in the N64oid app and I can't get it to work. I mapped the keys within the app and it does recognize the key presses when mapping. When the game starts the START button doesn't seem to to work.
The controller however does work when I'm on the home screen. I can move back and forth between screens and with the Analog stick.
I'm wondering if I can somehow pull the WiiMote controller app and recode it to work with the N64oid. I'm looking for suggestions on what we can do to get this to work. No documentation came with this accessory and there is a switch on it which I'm assuming switches from N64 to PS2 controller. I've only tested this in N64oid but I will try in the other emulators and see if it works. I contacted the dev of WiiMoteController to see if he'd be willing to make an app for N64.
Here are some shots of the accessory in question:

Thats cool i always wanted the snes adapter but n64 blows it away
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Most definitely. I just want some input before I pull the trigger. I would be playing N64oid the most if not primarily and I need my Super Smash Brothers fix.

gqstatus0685 said:
I ran into this while browsing Amazon. I've always loved the N64 controller layout and I found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002B9FIUU
It's a N64 to USB adapter. I ordered 2 OTG cables and I believe that it'll work but I hope someone can confirm. I have a ton of these lying around my house and I'm dying to use it. I'm pretty sure I have an old OTG at home so I'm going to turn my house upside down today to look for it.
It's priced reasonably. Feel free to chime in. I hope this is a great find.
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I would think any controller should work as long as it had the proper controller layout file in android. The PS3 and Xbox controllers have specific layout files so I would think one would be needed for a N64 controller.

I have a similar adapter for Playstation 2 Controller to USB and it only emulates mouse movements (left joystick) other buttons are not recognized. Proceed with caution.

I think I will buy it and be a guinea pig. Worst case scenario I'll just sell it to my friend who games with emulators on his laptop.

gqstatus0685 said:
I think I will buy it and be a guinea pig. Worst case scenario I'll just sell it to my friend who games with emulators on his laptop.
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Did you try it out?

I ordered through Amazon and it took forever so I cancelled. I had better luck on eBay with the items coming from China.

I found one on eBay and ordered it today. Here's the one I got:
http://cgi.ebay.com/PS2-N64-CONTROL...Accessories&hash=item3368e62969#ht_1351wt_648
It's shipping from the U.S according to the eBay listing so hopefully I'll get it early next week. I will test this as soon as I get it and let you guys know. This would be the ultimate controller for N64oid (obviously).
I'll fill you guys in when I get it.

I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b

Lothaen said:
I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b
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Yeah it wasn't that expensive but I hope it works. I will try this as soon as I get it. If it doesn't work I would imagine someone can make an app that can map the keys for the N64 controller like the WiiMoteController app.

Lothaen said:
I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b
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Same here... is there any guide to fixing this, or remapping?
Or is it because of the controller?

aronslusa said:
Same here... is there any guide to fixing this, or remapping?
Or is it because of the controller?
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I would imagine you can by making an app.
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Update: I just got the accessory in the mail Friday. I will test it today and post results later today or tomorrow.
GF wants to see stupid fireworks and I may be forced to go.

Just found this thread after wondering this same question - I like how Nesoid and Snes EX run with the Wii Classic Controller but n64oid just doesn't feel the same without the N64 controller.
Any updates on this? Eager to know.
Thanks!

click the check box that says active alternate input method or something.

I tried that and nothing.
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Datel Wireless Retro Controller

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Datel-Wirel...5FAC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1295877362&sr=8-1
Just got this for my Archos 101. It doesnt require a wii remote
to work, it acts as a remote and classic controller in one.
I use WiiMote http://www.appbrain.com/app/wiimote-controller/com.ccpcreations.android.WiiUseAndroid
to sync it to my Archos via Bluetooth.
It allows me to play lots of games on my Archos with a
propper controller instead of the on screen buttons.
It works perfectly with Snesoid http://www.appbrain.com/app/snesoid-(snes-emulator)/com.androidemu.snes
and Gameboid http://www.appbrain.com/app/gameboid-(gba-emulator)/com.androidemu.gba emulators
Its awsome, because I can output to tv using the HDMI socket on the Archos and play all my favorite
oldschool Snes games from the sofa.
just got mine today!
not too happy with the small amount in lag between the controller and what you see, and well, still gotta break in the controller.
also, talk about a pain in the butt to find at retail locations in the US! no one had em near me, so had to eat the msrp and ordered from datel directly.
are you using wiimote or another app?
I dont get any lag as far as I can tell with snesoid games?
Using wiimote...i notice it more in fighting games where timing is crucial, but it's there for sure...
Noticed the same witha regular wii controller as well.
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godashram said:
just got mine today!
not too happy with the small amount in lag between the controller and what you see, and well, still gotta break in the controller.
also, talk about a pain in the butt to find at retail locations in the US! no one had em near me, so had to eat the msrp and ordered from datel directly.
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Talking about a pain in the A! Finding this controller in the US is crazy.
just Ordered mine... like "godashram" said be prepared to pay the MSRP on this!
FYI for all looking for this.
Don't even think of going to "www . amazon . co . uk" and trying to get it shipped to the US. They won't ship to the US.
no ebay, no overstock, nobody near me on craigslist, etc...
You have to go to "us . CodeJunkies . com" to get it.
Happy on the GO gaming to all out there.
Sorry for no links... I have less than 8 posts.

Bluetooth Gamepad

Any good suggestions for a bluetooth gamepad for the Xoom?
I could use the wii remote's but was wondering if there's any better alternatives that anyone can suggest...
Thanks!
Also wondering the same. I think there's a good demand for a nice bluetooth controller. Something similar to the Xbox 360 controller would be nice.
I don't have a ps3 or xbox but i'd happily buy a controller if it worked!
Wii controller, while great - would be slightly annoying as if you use the classic controller the actual wii remote is attached and dangling loose...
Ps3 is bluetooth so could theoretically work, if an app provides support. I picked up a Datel wireless wii Retro classic controller or
whatever on ebay for $20, which should work with one of the wiimote apps. Its basically the wii classic controller without the need to tether it to a regular wiimote for wireless.
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Salpula said:
Ps3 is bluetooth so could theoretically work, if an app provides support. I picked up a Datel wireless wii Retro classic controller or
whatever on ebay for $20, which should work with one of the wiimote apps. Its basically the wii classic controller without the need to tether it to a regular wiimote for wireless.
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Let me now how that works out for u so I can get one as well
Icontrolpad is great little control pad for phones and pc. I'm waiting for mine to be delivered
PS3 Controllers wont work based on the way they pair with the PS3. Tried this and have tried to find apps that would make this work.
Wii!
A Wii controller of course! I got mine up and running fantasticly a couple days ago when N64oid was released. Its very simple and uses bluetooth (obviously). You will need the assistance of the app "Wiimote Controller" that can be found in the Android Market free of cost though to actually pair, but from there on out, your good! And hopefully you didnt even need to go spend any money Hope this helps. Take Care
PaulG1488 said:
Let me now how that works out for u so I can get one as well
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Works pretty well! I used it with Snesoid and it worked great. Dpad and joysticks as well. 4 trigger/shoulder buttons and 4 standard thumb buttons.
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Salpula said:
Works pretty well! I used it with Snesoid and it worked great. Dpad and joysticks as well. 4 trigger/shoulder buttons and 4 standard thumb buttons.
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Thanks for the feedback ill be sure to buy one now
Dow do i go about connecting a wiimote to this Xoom? I can't get it to connect via Bluetooth settings or a wiimote connection app on the market. Any help is appreciated! Thanks!
Err0xx said:
Dow do i go about connecting a wiimote to this Xoom? I can't get it to connect via Bluetooth settings or a wiimote connection app on the market. Any help is appreciated! Thanks!
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Which wiimote app did you get? I use wiimote controler and it works great.
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For those keen on a Classic Controller, but not wanting to have the hassle of connecting to the WiiMote, take a look at the Datel Retro Wireless controller...
Does anyone know what games work with the wii remote / retro controller? I know the emulators work, but I don't think games like Samurai Vengence, Vendetta Online, Airattack HD, or Angry Birds works. Anyone know if there is a way to get them to respond to the controller input?
NZtechfreak said:
For those keen on a Classic Controller, but not wanting to have the hassle of connecting to the WiiMote, take a look at the Datel Retro Wireless controller...
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If you find one for sale somewhere, than let me know. Everywhere I have looked, they have all been sold out, and not a single one is on ebay!
Codejunkies.com I ordered one from there... no mention of out of stock or anything like that.
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also ordered one from codejunkies on Tuesday. Haven't gotten a shipping confirmation though.
Turbojunkies, used Shipito to get it sent to me here in NZ. Did get one from Ebay also, but they are only occasionally available via Ebay.
EDIT: Not sure what happened there, mine should read codejunkies also, not turbojunkies (awesome brain explosion though).
Here's what CodeJunkies just said about my order.
Your order is currently in transit between our UK office and our office in the US. Once it arrives in the US, it will be shipped out via UPS with the following tracking # 1z***********
Got my wii controller working finally, I was just being stupid lol. So that dattel Retro controller works well? All the buttons function? Any problems so far? About to order one if its still working well. Thanks for your time!

[Q] Full HDMI, now Dualshock 3?

So now that we have got full HDMI out, are there any devs looking into getting the PS3 controller working with our beloved EVO? I'm aware of the ability to use the Wiimote. I've also heard they have gotten the sixaxis controller working on maemo, another linux based mobile system, and supposedly there are drivers for using ps3 controllers on windows 7? Let's get some reverse engineering going on this bad *****, I know I would love to see this!
On a side note, thank you to everyone in the community, lurkers and active members alike, especially the devs who work day and night so that we can play with our toys to their full potential!
From what I remember reading in here somewhere it has to do with the Bluetooth stack(s) used on android, where the protocol* wiimote uses is compatible and the ps3 one isnt.
*correct me if I'm wrong people
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Yes this would be excellent! But how long will it be before the market devs start converting their games to be compatible with such epicness lol!?
Seriously someone should establish this
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Totally possible to get the PS3 controller working.
Would require a custom bluetooth stack, custom kernel with usb-host mode to do the initial pairing, then finally pairing it with the custom bluetooth stack.
See link for more info: http://www.pabr.org/sixlinux/sixlinux.en.html
This would really be amazing. The wiimote ain't that great for playing many emulators unless you connect a classic controller to it.
Cobaltikus said he'll look into porting his CobaltController (Dual Shock 3 for WM6) to android about one month ago, so it might happen soon.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11760212&postcount=638
aejt said:
This would really be amazing. The wiimote ain't that great for playing many emulators unless you connect a classic controller to it.
Cobaltikus said he'll look into porting his CobaltController (Dual Shock 3 for WM6) to android about one month ago, so it might happen soon.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11760212&postcount=638
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Yeah, I wish Nintendo made a classic controller that was standalone with bluetooth (that didn't need to be tethered to a wiimote).
rstuckmaier said:
Yeah, I wish Nintendo made a classic controller that was standalone with bluetooth (that didn't need to be tethered to a wiimote).
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Datel’s Wii Wireless Retro Controller
This may be the only place to get it as Nintendo cried about it and the vendors then pulled it.
Lokifish Marz said:
This may be the only place to get it as Nintendo cried about it and the vendors then pulled it.
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Would that one be possible to use with the phone (with the already existing wiimote-app, because I doubt anyone will make a new one for that)? If so, I might consider buying it.
Edit: Googled, and found out that it works! Can't link it however, due to my low post count, but it was the second result when googling "Wii Wireless Retro Controller datel".
Lokifish Marz said:
Datel’s Wii Wireless Retro Controller
This may be the only place to get it as Nintendo cried about it and the vendors then pulled it.
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Cool, thanks! Who knew? Well, apparently you did...

Did I miss something??????

Ok, heres the issue.i know that with an OTG adaptor and our phones we can plug in mice, keyboards, flashdrives and self powered external hdd's. We also have figured out that you cannot plug controlers into it and expect it to work but we can use the sixaxis ps3 controlers to utilize our emulators. Now i was showing off to my son's whom have laptops and they where bragging about the n64 emulators on their respective computers, so being the caring, loving father that i am, i couldent let them gloat so i downloaded the n64 emulator and some roms on my phone and showed them up. Now mind you playing Zelda on it is not easy, so i was thinking to my self since the wii controllers do not work, "self", thats what i call my self... "self, i am cheap and dont want to spend all the money to get a ps3 controller but i want one now....Hmmm what would happen if i took my controller that i using for my mac and used that..." so i plugged it in and DAMNIT TO HELL IT WORKED!!!!!!! I was able to map my key to my emulator, control alot of the os form the joystick, which had me wondering... What if "we" only tested a small selection of controllers like only xbox360 but what about the thousands of generic controllers out there? The one i was able to get to work was the Saitek: p2500 Rumble Force. The company is still around and it seems to be just a regular controller. Just a thought.......
Nice find...but i rather stick to my wireless ps3 controller. No wires is better for me.
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rastlin said:
Ok, heres the issue.i know that with an OTG adaptor and our phones we can plug in mice, keyboards, flashdrives and self powered external hdd's. We also have figured out that you cannot plug controlers into it and expect it to work but we can use the sixaxis ps3 controlers to utilize our emulators. Now i was showing off to my son's whom have laptops and they where bragging about the n64 emulators on their respective computers, so being the caring, loving father that i am, i couldent let them gloat so i downloaded the n64 emulator and some roms on my phone and showed them up. Now mind you playing Zelda on it is not easy, so i was thinking to my self since the wii controllers do not work, "self", thats what i call my self... "self, i am cheap and dont want to spend all the money to get a ps3 controller but i want one now....Hmmm what would happen if i took my controller that i using for my mac and used that..." so i plugged it in and DAMNIT TO HELL IT WORKED!!!!!!! I was able to map my key to my emulator, control alot of the os form the joystick, which had me wondering... What if "we" only tested a small selection of controllers like only xbox360 but what about the thousands of generic controllers out there? The one i was able to get to work was the Saitek: p2500 Rumble Force. The company is still around and it seems to be just a regular controller. Just a thought.......
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You seem to be on to something here...(stating the obvious.)
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Sounds like maybe you should start a thread dedicated to finding what ones will work.
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That's not a bad idea.....
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Nice find, I have that same gamepad packed up somewhere..
I think it has to either be compadable with Mac and Windows, most likely Mac
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Nice find...but i rather stick to my wireless ps3 controller. No wires is better for me.
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I'll have to 2nd that. I enjoy the PS3 controller's design. I can use it on my PC when I get home too for my other emulators.

Gaming Controllers

I currently use my dual shock 3, but I was wondering if any of you use something different?
How are you able to connect to the OG? I used to be able to connect my wii remote to play nes.emu rooms but for some reason google changed something in 4.2.2 and now it won't connect. It asks for a pin but I've searched everywhere for an answer.
idk how I got here...
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How are you able to connect to the OG? I used to be able to connect my wii remote to play nes.emu rooms but for some reason google changed something in 4.2.2 and now it won't connect. It asks for a pin but I've searched everywhere for an answer.
idk how I got here...
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To be honest I haven't tried yet on 4.2.2 I just started using Rootbox about 2 days ago. Glad you said that, now I'm having issues with gettin the Sixaxis app to work.
***Update*** I cleared the data of the Sixaxis App and it updated the bluetooth address, it now works for me.
Sounds nice, will try a wireless Xbox360 Controller later on, been messing with those quite a bit ( SCREW YOU MICROSOFT I MOD MY XBOX OUT OF SPITE!! )
and I've done some work with the Xbox360 but I'll try.
jonahly said:
Sounds nice, will try a wireless Xbox360 Controller later on, been messing with those quite a bit ( SCREW YOU MICROSOFT I MOD MY XBOX OUT OF SPITE!! )
and I've done some work with the Xbox360 but I'll try.
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Same here let us know how u get on with the x360 controller would love to use that with my s4
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Sculay said:
Same here let us know how u get on with the x360 controller would love to use that with my s4
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Let me get home ( YAWN!!!! ) Will try to get something done at school....
jonahly said:
Let me get home ( YAWN!!!! ) Will try to get something done at school....
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I'm not sure the wireless 360 controller will work since its not Bluetooth. But if its possible def let me know.
BonezMontana said:
I currently use my dual shock 3, but I was wondering if any of you use something different?
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I buddy of mine got the Moga Pro, and it's great for the LGOG. I don't have to take my Diztronic case off of it, and it still fits into the mounting bracket. Overall, it is very comfortable. The only bummer, and it's not due to the controller, was that I couldn't map any buttons for Call of Duty: Zombies. You have to use the screen to control the game. Worked flawlessly with Dead Trigger. Moga's app is kind of lame, too.
j4g3rb0mb3d said:
I buddy of mine got the Moga Pro, and it's great for the LGOG. I don't have to take my Diztronic case off of it, and it still fits into the mounting bracket. Overall, it is very comfortable. The only bummer, and it's not due to the controller, was that I couldn't map any buttons for Call of Duty: Zombies. You have to use the screen to control the game. Worked flawlessly with Dead Trigger. Moga's app is kind of lame, too.
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And this is the only advantage of using the Sixaxis app because there is touch emulation. Would be sweet if there was a universal app that did the same thing with other controllers, there may be but I just haven't discovered it yet.
I've always wondered how people use their sixaxis controller to play games on their Android.
How do you play? your both hands are holding the sixaxis, what's holding your phone? Or is there a way to hold your phone on top of the sixaxis.
I would like to know because I want to use my sixaxis, but feel really weird holding the sixaxis and my phone on my lap. I want to know if there is a controller that can hold a phone similar to the MOGA controller but much less expensive.
EFEXR said:
I've always wondered how people use their sixaxis controller to play games on their Android.
How do you play? your both hands are holding the sixaxis, what's holding your phone? Or is there a way to hold your phone on top of the sixaxis.
I would like to know because I want to use my sixaxis, but feel really weird holding the sixaxis and my phone on my lap. I want to know if there is a controller that can hold a phone similar to the MOGA controller but much less expensive.
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I have a case with a kickstand. But since you asked, this is something you can do right now until you get a phone stand, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs3JKM4bDxc
EFEXR said:
I've always wondered how people use their sixaxis controller to play games on their Android.
How do you play? your both hands are holding the sixaxis, what's holding your phone? Or is there a way to hold your phone on top of the sixaxis.
I would like to know because I want to use my sixaxis, but feel really weird holding the sixaxis and my phone on my lap. I want to know if there is a controller that can hold a phone similar to the MOGA controller but much less expensive.
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You could try some old socks to prop it up with?
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YAAAAWWWNNN! Still working on it, no where yet . Will try to make a script that connects to the Xbox 360 Controller ( SCREW YOU MICROSOFT~~ GET OPEN SOURCED! )
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YAAAAWWWNNN! Still working on it, no where yet . Will try to make a script that connects to the Xbox 360 Controller ( SCREW YOU MICROSOFT~~ GET OPEN SOURCED! )
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tried to moga yet? had one, sold it recently worked great it even comes with a cradle/harness of sorts to put phone in while you play...
spleef said:
tried to moga yet? had one, sold it recently worked great it even comes with a cradle/harness of sorts to put phone in while you play...
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I want to try to get the Xbox 360 Controller working for our Optimus Gs
jonahly said:
I want to try to get the Xbox 360 Controller working for our Optimus Gs
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Gotcha, that would he cool since I sold my moga but have a xbox360 still (or rather the kids have take over it but is still in the house)
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I just looked online and the gameklip looks just about what I was looking for. I wanted a mount so I can attach my phone to my sixaxis.
I have not bought the item yet, but I will in the near future.
http://buy.thegameklip.com/
Well I was using a Gametel to play all my old favorite NES, SNES, SMS and Genesis games, but after minimal use the right side of the d-pad stopped working. Seems to be a common problem.
As much as I love the design and the way it fits in my hands the durability makes me say avoid at all costs.
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jonahly said:
I want to try to get the Xbox 360 Controller working for our Optimus Gs
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792531
they've got it working on the Nexus 7, shouldn't be too different here or any rooted android running jellybean.
EFEXR said:
I've always wondered how people use their sixaxis controller to play games on their Android.
How do you play? your both hands are holding the sixaxis, what's holding your phone? Or is there a way to hold your phone on top of the sixaxis.
I would like to know because I want to use my sixaxis, but feel really weird holding the sixaxis and my phone on my lap. I want to know if there is a controller that can hold a phone similar to the MOGA controller but much less expensive.
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ww.kickstarter.com/projects/phonejoy/phonejoy-play-turn-your-phone-into-a-console?ref=search
Looks cool to me- I might check it out because I'd rather have it all together- meaning like a handheld console where the controls are on either side of the screen.

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