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[Q] What's the best gamepad ?

Hello,
i want to know, what's the best Bluetooth gamepad for the galaxy s2.
I want to play game with emulator like Snesoid or game like Shadow gun.
Thank you

I use a Sixaxis on mine. Need Sixaxis app from the market though.

Does anyone have any other suggestions for this?

Tried everything to enable wii remote to my SGSII without sucess...anyone managed to do it?

Sixaxis PS3 controller is definitely the best.

I'm extremely sorely tempted by icontrolpad or the rip-off gametel version. £40 just seems a bit pricey to take a punt on, though. But love the idea ofthe control integrating with the phone!

I am interested to know if there is any chance of getting the analogue nubs to match on screen controls in Android like the icontrolpad pad team have managed on IOS.
If they managed that then I reckon the icontrolpad would be a must purchase.
They are frustratingly bad at getting back to your emails mind. Rather puts me off spending a lot of wedge on one.
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Thanks! I think I'm gonna have to go for it. Hopefully I won't regret the spend as its probably a touch more than I'd like to spend on it.

definitely the PS3 controller. You also need the bluetooth gamepad app off the market.

ps3 pad along with the app works great for me... Even if i didn't have a PS3 pad don't think i could justify paying £40 for one of the flimsy bluetooth smartphone pads that are out there...

+1 for the sisaxis controller

Do the third party PS3 controllers work or does it need to be an official Sony one to pair up correctly?

Elemetrix said:
Do the third party PS3 controllers work or does it need to be an official Sony one to pair up correctly?
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I tried with a knock-off ps3 controller (which, incidentally, DOES work with my ps3), but it didn't work with the SixAxis app on my phone. It DID work with my OEM ps3 controller though.

It works on ohter roms than stock, im using mine wiimote on CyanogenMod 7. But only custom-input configurable apps allow to use it, like GBA or PSX emulators

Arizej242 said:
It works on ohter roms than stock, im using mine wiimote on CyanogenMod 7. But only custom-input configurable apps allow to use it, like GBA or PSX emulators
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I'm on stock. SixAxis works for me just fine.
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ctomgee said:
I tried with a knock-off ps3 controller (which, incidentally, DOES work with my ps3), but it didn't work with the SixAxis app on my phone. It DID work with my OEM ps3 controller though.
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Thanks for that, i'll just get a used Official one then (IME they always feel better anyway!)

+2 for SixAxis with SA app from android market.. works like a charm with FPSE and N64oid (both singleplayer and multiplayer) emulators. however, after-market SixAxis controllers are not compatible.

Non-genuine.
Do any non-genuine pads work with our S2?
I want to buy a pad but dont have PS3 and getting the genuine controller is quite expensive and not worth just to play on my phone.
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Like I said, the one knock off controller I tried didn't work. I've found OEM ps3 controllers out there for around $30, which is only $10 more than what I paid for the knock off.
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Here in UK is more expensive. Was the OEM controller used or new?

Techniks said:
Do any non-genuine pads work with our S2?
I want to buy a pad but dont have PS3 and getting the genuine controller is quite expensive and not worth just to play on my phone.
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Like I said, the one knock off controller I tried didn't work. I've found OEM ps3 controllers out there for around $30, which is only $10 more than what I paid for the knock off.
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Techniks said:
Here in UK is more expensive. Was the OEM controller used or new?
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Used.
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Moga Pro

Hello,
I would like to know if the moga pro is worth the money or not.
I seriously need a controller for my htc ine to play on and is there any other alternative??
also if i buy from powera.com it's costing me 120$ with shipping and that's a lot.
I live in India so any idea where i can buy that controller or any other at affording money??

Moga Pro is awesome. Though if you have a PS3, just use your controller and use the sixaxis app.

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Moga Pro is awesome. Though if you have a PS3, just use your controller and use the sixaxis app.
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I dont have PS3 controller. and where can i buy it?

www.powera.com
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www.powera.com
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i have tried that but with shipping it's 120$ and the price of the controller is 50$, so why would i buy it!

Have you tried Amazon?

I'd suggest waiting. They just announced the second version a while ago. I have the MOGA travel controller and it's pretty nice imo. Very cool for playing emulator games.

PcFish said:
Moga Pro is awesome. Though if you have a PS3, just use your controller and use the sixaxis app.
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I apologize for this being slightly off topic, but how did you get the Sixaxis app to work? Custom kernel? Sixaxis is not compatible with the stock kernel. Thanks!

ainen said:
Have you tried Amazon?
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yeah it's also high in price for my country

tmcquake said:
I apologize for this being slightly off topic, but how did you get the Sixaxis app to work? Custom kernel? Sixaxis is not compatible with the stock kernel. Thanks!
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Yep. Back in the day we could never get any bluetooth accessory to work but a headset or speaker. No controllers keyboards mice or anything. HTC stock kernel does not support bluetooth input devices. Most any custom kernel will. Moga has done something with their controller and app so that it works on the stock HTC kernel.

Myself I use the Moga Pocket model and it is working fine with the HTC One.
For this model you must be rooted and use the universal driver to be able to use it with emulators and so. (Not sure how this is with the pro model)
I would say it is worth the money, the only thing missing on the Moga Pocket model is the Dpad but the Pro model you are looking after does have this.
If you like gaming a controller is a must have, the reason I love this device is because you can insert your phone and hold it as one device.
A few down sides are:
- When you are gaming somewhere and need to go to the toilet for example, you will not be able to put it in your pocket quickly without disassembling it first.
- It uses batteries, so take some extra with you. (Sure sucks to have juice left in your phone but your controller is all out.
When using this controller (or any controller) with the app called "GameKeyboard"you can map pretty much every game to work with it.
(Even if they do not support hardware key mapping.)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.locnet.gamekeyboard&hl=nl
Kind regards, Stefan.

The issue with the cost is likely due to importing fees in your country.

Game Controller?

OK so looking to get real for some gaming. Some games just require a true controller to play it. With that said what is the controller to get out there?
Something easy, plug and play would be great. Wireless preferred but not needed. Ability to pick it up locally would be wonderful, as going on a trip soon.
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MOGA is the most widely supported.
PS3 is my choice just because I like the 4 way pad for certain games. It requires root for the drivers to use wirelessly but is plug and play via cable.
The OUYA controller is also good. All can be purchased from GameStop.
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Moga Pro, pick one up from best buy and take it on your trip. If you end up not liking it just return it.
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Just got the Red Samurai from GameStop the other day as well I do have a PS3 controller as well.
Though really my question is which is better? Sort of torn on what to do. Never really understood how to effectively setup profiles on the PS3 controller which never seemed to work for half the games I tried it with. So maybe a my bad on that one. The Red Samurai seemed to work nice and quickly probably guess I need to test both of them out to see what is better.
Just curious to what people are using for gaming or the preferred controller since no matter what it seems like there is some tweaking involved with every one out there.
Oh and did try to see about the Moga Pro when I was in Best Buy the other day, didn't have one at all.

Whatever works. You can use key mappers to make more games work. No different for a PS3 gamepad. The MOGA just has "official" support for some games, which is a nice touch. The ingame menu's and stuff detect the Moga and change accordingly.
There might even be wrappers that allow you to make the tablet think it's connected to a Moga.
I know we do this on the Ouya where some games won't detect the Ouya controller, but we can plug in a USB device (keyboard/mouse/etc) and then it will detect the Ouya controller as a plain jane and start working. I know it's harder on a tab vs a dedicated gaming unit with a full USB port.

I would recommend nyko playpad pro just got them a week ago the controller itself supports many game from the play store without doing any modification all you need to do is pair it up with nexus 7. so far I've tried a neo geo emulator call tiger meme and the controller works flawlessly. the price is very reasonable compare to the steel free series, moga build quality seems decent. I got them for £26 in uk.
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I use PS3 controllers with all of my Android devices. PS3 is my preferred controller layout anyway, so it works perfectly for me. To use it wireless, you'll need root and the Sixasis app from the Play Store. If you haven't rooted, you need to have it plugged in to an OTG cable. You can easily find one locally at Best Buy, BrandsMart, HH Greg, Walmart, and the list goes on, pretty much anywhere that sells electronics will have one. It will work with any game that has controller support. If the game doesn't natively support a controller, you can still use it by just making a custom game map for it. It's super easy and works flawlessly!
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stanglifemike said:
I use PS3 controllers with all of my Android devices. PS3 is my preferred controller layout anyway, so it works perfectly for me. To use it wireless, you'll need root and the Sixasis app from the Play Store. If you haven't rooted, you need to have it plugged in to an OTG cable. You can easily find one locally at Best Buy, BrandsMart, HH Greg, Walmart, and the list goes on, pretty much anywhere that sells electronics will have one. It will work with any game that has controller support. If the game doesn't natively support a controller, you can still use it by just making a custom game map for it. It's super easy and works flawlessly!
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You're using the original one?
And will class a ps3 controllers will work?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-DualS...US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item35cacee6be
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rebj2007 said:
You're using the original one?
And will class a ps3 controllers will work?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-DualS...US_Video_Game_Controllers&hash=item35cacee6be
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Original what? I'm assuming you mean the original controller that came with my PS3 console. If that's what you meant, then yes, one that I use came with my console while another one I use was purchased separately when the PS3 was first released. Both are authentic Sony. That's the most important thing to beware of when buying from eBay, especially from overseas sellers. I've seen a LOT of legit looking knock offs on there! Some don't even say that they aren't authentic Sony, but if it's coming from China, new in the box, and only $25, then you can bet it's a fake.
Don't know if the controller you linked will work or not. The description says that it isn't made by Sony, so it's really a 50/50 chance. Some have got knock off controllers to work, while others have had problems. The Sixaxis app states that third party controllers aren't supported, so they aren't guaranteed to work. Even if it does work initially, who knows how long it will last before breaking or dying. I personally wouldn't risk it. Just buy the real thing and be done with it. You know with an authentic Sony controller then it will last for many MANY years of normal usage. Actually, I've NEVER had an authentic Sony controller go bad! That's through the original PlayStation, PS2, and now PS3.
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stanglifemike said:
Original what? I'm assuming you mean the original controller that came with my PS3 console. If that's what you meant, then yes, one that I use came with my console while another one I use was purchased separately when the PS3 was first released. Both are authentic Sony. That's the most important thing to beware of when buying from eBay, especially from overseas sellers. I've seen a LOT of legit looking knock offs on there! Some don't even say that they aren't authentic Sony, but if it's coming from China, new in the box, and only $25, then you can bet it's a fake.
Don't know if the controller you linked will work or not. The description says that it isn't made by Sony, so it's really a 50/50 chance. Some have got knock off controllers to work, while others have had problems. The Sixaxis app states that third party controllers aren't supported, so they aren't guaranteed to work. Even if it does work initially, who knows how long it will last before breaking or dying. I personally wouldn't risk it. Just buy the real thing and be done with it. You know with an authentic Sony controller then it will last for many MANY years of normal usage. Actually, I've NEVER had an authentic Sony controller go bad! That's through the original PlayStation, PS2, and now PS3.
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Thanks i ordered the original ps3 controller to be sure.
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Moga Power Pro vs. PS3 controller

I'm in the market to purchase a bluetooth controller that will be compatible with the 7 and from my research these two controllers seem to be the most discussed options. I am rooted and do not plan on mounting it to the Nexus. While I am used to the design of an Xbox 360 controller and the Moga is most similar to that design, I have read that the build quality is not quite as good as the ps3 controller. Being rooted, I am aware that both controllers can play an equal amount of games. Or that's my understanding anyway. I owned a different Moga over a year ago and used it with my rooted Razr M and it worked with any game that supported a controller with the use of root and a separate app I downloaded from the Play Store. It looks as if the Moga costs a bit more than a PS3 controller. But it also looks like I'll have to spend a few bucks on an adapter cable to initially set up the PS3 controller. So I'm at a bit of a crossroads. I understand it's going to come down to personal taste, but I was wondering if there was anything I'm missing here that maybe some of you could enlighten me about with pros or cons.
As a side note, I am waiting to hear more reviews on the Amazon TV device, but am considering purchasing it if it seems worth the price. It's my understanding that it will or does support bluetooth controllers in addition to the official Amazon controller. Since this purchase may be a possibility, I'd also have the hope that I'd possibly be able to use the same game controller with the Amazon TV as I do with my Nexus. Any advice would be great appreciated.
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Haven't tried on the N7, but SixAxis Controller worked on my HTC One.
You don't need a special OTG cable (though it def makes it easier to pair), just the USB charging cable for the PS3 controller. You download an app to run on your PC to find out the bluetooth address of your controller. Instructions Here

PcFish said:
Haven't tried on the N7, but SixAxis Controller worked on my HTC One.
You don't need a special OTG cable (though it def makes it easier to pair), just the USB charging cable for the PS3 controller. You download an app to run on your PC to find out the bluetooth address of your controller. Instructions Here
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I'll probably go ahead and get the ps3 controller then. It seems that is the consensus of most. Thanks very much for the input!
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Jersey846 said:
I'll probably go ahead and get the ps3 controller then. It seems that is the consensus of most. Thanks very much for the input!
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The Moga pro works fantastic and I have been able to sync it to everything I own as a full functioning controller including the FireTV! Can't do that with a ps3 remote

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The Moga pro works fantastic and I have been able to sync it to everything I own as a full functioning controller including the FireTV! Can't do that with a ps3 remote
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Hmm then that may be worth reconsidering. I would like it to play with phone, Nexus and a possible TV device.
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Jersey846 said:
Hmm then that may be worth reconsidering. I would like it to play with phone, Nexus and a possible TV device.
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One thing to consider is I am pretty sure that the ps3 controller app requires root, where as the Moga does not. Just make sure to get the Pro or any of the power ones, the normal old school moga doesn't have enough buttons to work with everything. Also while gaming on the phone, the Moga has a built in GameClip so it holds your phone sort of like playing a Shield.

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One thing to consider is I am pretty sure that the ps3 controller app requires root, where as the Moga does not. Just make sure to get the Pro or any of the power ones, the normal old school moga doesn't have enough buttons to work with everything. Also while gaming on the phone, the Moga has a built in GameClip so it holds your phone sort of like playing a Shield.
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Yeah my devices are all rooted. I needed root with my original Moga to make it compatible with most all games and not just Moga compatible games. Thanks!
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Jersey846 said:
Yeah my devices are all rooted. I needed root with my original Moga to make it compatible with most all games and not just Moga compatible games. Thanks!
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Yeah, the Moga Pro however does not need root like the original did. It has two separate modes with different drivers. One is their usual Moga driver you are used to and the other is a universal mode that just works.

PS3 all the way. Feels better and responds better. The separated D pad makes Retro gaming feel natural. It requires root but if you're a serious gamer you'll want root for other things like custom kernels and overclocks.
I use the PS3 on my Ouya too, which supports it out of the box. I use my Moga for travel but its just awkward.
PS3 feels like a solid gamepad where others feel like imitators.

Game Controllers for the Nexus

Anyone have any good suggestions on one of those new "Android Controllers" that you out your phone into and it'll work with certain games?
I recently downloaded Sonic, and have a big interest to playing it on my phone, as well as GTA, but I can't stand using my fingers on the screen, as its either too small of a screen for fat thumbs, or my finger dries up and it feels like it drags against the screen because of the heat.
One other thing is the compatibility. What games would and wouldn't work with the controller? Do I need an extra app for it to work? Ideally, I would love to download a psx emulator and play my FFVII again, since I doubt they will release it on mobile OS anytime soon.
And lastly, what about using my Xbox One controller? I won't go out to buy a ps3 or 360 controller, because then I might as well buy the ones they make for the phones.
Thank you in advance!
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justinisloco said:
Anyone have any good suggestions on one of those new "Android Controllers" that you out your phone into and it'll work with certain games?
I recently downloaded Sonic, and have a big interest to playing it on my phone, as well as GTA, but I can't stand using my fingers on the screen, as its either too small of a screen for fat thumbs, or my finger dries up and it feels like it drags against the screen because of the heat.
One other thing is the compatibility. What games would and wouldn't work with the controller? Do I need an extra app for it to work? Ideally, I would love to download a psx emulator and play my FFVII again, since I doubt they will release it on mobile OS anytime soon.
And lastly, what about using my Xbox One controller? I won't go out to buy a ps3 or 360 controller, because then I might as well buy the ones they make for the phones.
Thank you in advance!
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Moga Pro bro. I have one. Its all you need. Don't get the pocket - its too small IMO to feel like an actual controller.

Kenneth196 said:
Moga Pro bro. I have one. Its all you need. Don't get the pocket - its too small IMO to feel like an actual controller.
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But what is it compatible with? Could I use it on sonic as well as a psx emulator? What kind of games can I not use it on?
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But what is it compatible with? Could I use it on sonic as well as a psx emulator? What kind of games can I not use it on?
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Regarding certain apps, it is compatible with some actually. I'm not sure which Sonic game you're referring to. It its not compatible with Sonic Dash, but it does work with Sonic CD Lite, for example. I just know that because it is explicitly stated in the app's description. The best way to know which apps the Moga series (there's 4 out currently but the Moga Pro 1st generation is more than sufficient) work with is to read the description when you download the app usually.
There's also an app that the controller comes with, on a slip of paper basically, that you can download and it lists Moga compatible apps. I forgot the name of it but just search for Moga in the play store. I'm not sure how often its updated so I've personally never relied on it...
For emulators, I haven't came across any popular emulators that ISNT compatible with Moga, or any other Bluetooth controller. To use a PS3 controller, for example, you have to be rooted, which is one reason why I recommend sticking with a Moga Pro.
I currently play Power Stone Collection on PPSSPP flawlessly. It takes a bit of configuring to get the controller and button mappings to work depending on the emulator, but thats easily done with a bit of googling or youtubing. But yes, the Moga Pro is definitely compatible with psx emulators (especially the major 2, epsxe and the other one...)

Yeah, I recommend the Moga Pro simply from the standpoint that it is the most compatible with games. If a game supports any controller it's probably going to support the Moga. The Moga Pro Power is usually cheaper than the original Moga Pro since the original was discontinued.
http://www.amazon.com/POWER-MOGA-Pr...1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398434121&sr=8-1&keywords=moga
It has a better clip for the phone and a better d-pad, plus has a large rechargeable battery that can power your phone if you want. I don't use the charging capability but the extra weight from the battery gives it a better feel (less top heavy).
You can connect the Moga in a generic Bluetooth controller mode or the "Moga" mode. I honestly haven't found any games that support a controller but don't work in the Moga mode. Some more obscure emulators may require you to switch it to the generic mode and configure the buttons manually, but I haven't found any.

Whats the difference between the Hero and Pro version, and why is the Hero 40 bucks more expensive?

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Whats the difference between the Hero and Pro version, and why is the Hero 40 bucks more expensive?
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The diff is the battery capacity. Moga is THE controller lol. But I have the Kickstarter Drone Controller which I really like as well. I played with the Moga and that is the go to, but I am a casual gamer and after the impulse controller, I didn't expect much from the Drone, but I was surprisingly wrong lol.

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Whats the difference between the Hero and Pro version, and why is the Hero 40 bucks more expensive?
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The Hero is a smaller form factor. It drops the "handles" so that it can be tossed in a bag more easily.
The reason it's more expensive is that it's backordered from Amazon so you're seeing a third party seller who is ripping people off. If you order it from Amazon it's only $40.

I recommend the Moga Pro also... It works great with Dead Trigger 2, MC4, Dungeon Hunter 4... Download the Moga Pivot app to see exactly what games are compatible.
Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bda.pivot.mogapgp

Liskrig said:
I recommend the Moga Pro also... It works great with Dead Trigger 2, MC4, Dungeon Hunter 4... Download the Moga Pivot app to see exactly what games are compatible.
Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bda.pivot.mogapgp
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I use the Moga Pro and I confirm it works great.

I use the none mog pro. Works fine .I like to slim port to my TV and Bluetooth the ps3 controller my phone works real well.
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