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Has anybody found any kind of game controller that will pair with the captivate?
I've tried all the wiimote apps in the market, and the only one that seems to do anything is simplewiicontroller. I can get my phone to recognize it, but every time I try to pair, it asks for a pin number. At this point any controller at all would be awesome.
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also for the pin did you try 1111 or 9999 . those are standard bt pins for no input devices, such as headsets

Trusselo said:
game gripper. advertized in gameboid in the settings>input settings>key mappings
also for the pin did you try 1111 or 9999 . those are standard bt pins for no input devices, such as headsets
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or 0000, 1234

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or 0000, 1234
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Yeah tried 0000, 1111, 1234, 9999, 4321, abcd. Nothing works, always says incorrect pin. I thought the reason why you couldn't use the wiimote with samsung, is because the cappy b/t couldn't detect the older versions of bluetooth. But mine clearly picks it up.
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shust82 said:
Has anybody found any kind of game controller that will pair with the captivate?
I've tried all the wiimote apps in the market, and the only one that seems to do anything is simplewiicontroller. I can get my phone to recognize it, but every time I try to pair, it asks for a pin number. At this point any controller at all would be awesome.
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i havent heard on anyone getting a wii mote to work on a galaxy s. something withthe bluetooth stack and no source code. notice the nexus s has bluetooth 2.1 and the galaxy s has bluetooth 3.0. people have compiled in different bluetooth stacks but come back to the samsung one because of "problems" im not sure what the problems are but no custom roms have the other bluetooth stacks that i know of.
let us know if you get that app working though. it would be really cool.
now we just need to figure out how to get the native resolution out of the captivate to a tv other than dlna. composite video just wont cut it on todays bigger panels and the picture is distorted because you are pushing more res than the cable can handle. if we can get something out via usb even if we need an external converter of some kind like in a dock or something this phone would be way better.
now i fear the infuse will divert samsung from focussing on accessories for this phone.

What about a mini bluetooth keyboard and some key mapping?

shust82 said:
What about a mini bluetooth keyboard and some key mapping?
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Logitech DiNovo Mini bt keyboard.
android keymapping for dinovo mini in post #17
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=924382&page=2

Apparently the CM6 BT stack works with the wiimote.

Yeah I'm not rooted and have no real intention of doing that. I'm already on ofw froyo, and still have about 6 months of warranty remaining.
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That keyboard is nice, but hella expensive. Locally they go for around 150$, but I did find one for 32$. It's a unitek, and has bluetooth 2.0, so it should work.
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you do realize you can un-root as easy as you can root right?
im just saying
the freaking thing doesnt even let you install third party apps out of the box

I'm not going to root phone, and waste my time trying to find a stable/glitch free rom. Done it before, each one has it's perks and flaws, all what your willing to live with.
I have no problem installing 3rd party apps, I'm not sure what you're referring to with this.
All that I'm looking for is a wireless controller, as it is I can already play video games on a tv, it's just wired, and you can't feel where the buttons are.

BluezIME on the market allows the zeemote js1 to connect with the cappy
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shust82 said:
BluezIME on the market allows the zeemote js1 to connect with the cappy
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So you got that one working with zeemote js1 or did you read about it only?
I have been dying for a controller.

shaolin95 said:
So you got that one working with zeemote js1 or did you read about it only?
I have been dying for a controller.
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what's your secret for getting dye stains out of your skin? #funwithtypos

mipakr said:
what's your secret for getting dye stains out of your skin? #funwithtypos
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May want to read this

Just read about it, trying to find a zeemote that will ship to canada is almost impossible
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Looks tempting ...if I can get it to work with FPSE then my phone will be perfect!

Found some on ebay, ordered one for 14$. when it gets here, I will try it out and post back
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[Q] Wired Xbox 360 Controller not working with USB OTG cable

Hi,
My phone doesn't detect my Wired Xbox 360 Controller via the USB OTG cable. The cable is working normally, tried with a mouse and keyboard.
The lights just keep flashing on my controller and it doesn't respond to button presses. I was under the impression this controller should work natively with Jelly Bean, without any configuring, as I've seen many guides to just plug and play.
Am I doing something wrong or do other people have the same issue?

I thought I was the only one who wanted to do this... unfortunately support needs to be added in the kernel I believe, and in the appropriate .kl file. I have not tried just modifying the .kl yet, as I got a moga.

even ive purchased a og usb otg cable 4 the same reason & also 2 use external hdd drives but the controller behaves the same 4 me & abt the hdd thing is still unknown.

Wot ?
This is all new to me. What would you do with xbox controller pluged in ur phone ?
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koalauk said:
Wot ?
This is all new to me. What would you do with xbox controller pluged in ur phone ?
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Play games? What else?

daveid said:
unfortunately support needs to be added in the kernel I believe, and in the appropriate .kl file.
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Damn, sucks to hear that. Why isn't Samsung doing anything to this issue? Control support in games is getting more common all the time.
koalauk said:
Wot ?
This is all new to me. What would you do with xbox controller pluged in ur phone ?
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To play games, as mentioned earlier. Theres dozens of games which have native gamepad support.

Bluetooth Dualshock 3 PS3 controller?

Anyone try and connect a DS3 to the G3? Just checking before I go through the hassle of the setup itself, it was a massive pain in the butt on my M7 and I want to play emulators on the go and be able to actually play mobile games comfortably on this beautiful screen.

Bump.

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Interested in this as well.

Just get sixaxis controller from the playstore
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We're asking if it works and connects properly...not every phone is compatible with it. HTC devices are a huge pain in the ass for instance.

Yes it does work with it on Bluetooth if you are rooted. here is the link for the GameKlip™ - Universal CaseMount http://buy.thegameklip.com/products/gameklip-casemount. As long as you have a case to mount too it.

Guys i have a G3 and i tried to hook a ps3 controller to it but either the phone or the controller wont read eachother cause it never lights up with an OTG cable ive tried 2 different controllers and still the same result and yes my G3 is rooted cause i knew i may need root but it never reads the controller please help

[Q] Dualshock 3 USB-support.

I can't seem to get the Dual shock 3 (PS3 controller) to work wired with my device. It works without problems on my brother's Nexus 5. Wirelessly using the sixaxis controller app it works without problems, but through an OTG cable it doesn't. Is the device not supported? Is there any known way to add support to a ROM?
Cheers

Why not using the gamepad with Bluetooth...if it works use it with that instead of breaking your head because wired it doesn't work

One-M8-Master said:
Why not using the gamepad with Bluetooth...if it works use it with that instead of breaking your head because wired it doesn't work
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The only reason I can think of is the idea it would use less battery but I don't see that being true.

Because I want to use it with gamestream and since Bluetooth and WiFi uses the same antenna it interferes and gives me lag.

sindrefyrn said:
Because I want to use it with gamestream and since Bluetooth and WiFi uses the same antenna it interferes and gives me lag.
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Normally both shouldn't be a problem together....do you tried if your pad is connected to start the service in sixaxis app? It worked always for me doesn't matter if I used my old one x or the m8

One-M8-Master said:
Normally both shouldn't be a problem together....do you tried if your pad is connected to start the service in sixaxis app? It worked always for me doesn't matter if I used my old one x or the m8
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I'm sorry, but I don't understand what you're suggesting. Are you saying I should connect it using USB while connected through Bluetooth?

sindrefyrn said:
I'm sorry, but I don't understand what you're suggesting. Are you saying I should connect it using USB while connected through Bluetooth?
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No you can use the app without Bluetooth ... You can use it even if you connected the ps3 controller wired ...Normally it should work ... Also if it's connected wired look in keyboard settings if the pad is mentioned there.
And in sixaxis app you also need to enable the option that the pad like the native gamepad

One-M8-Master said:
No you can use the app without Bluetooth ... You can use it even if you connected the ps3 controller wired ...Normally it should work ... Also if it's connected wired look in keyboard settings if the pad is mentioned there.
And in sixaxis app you also need to enable the option that the pad like the native gamepad
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Are you sure? The Sixaxis controller app is made to be used with bluetooth. Normally Android devices supports ps3 controllers wired natively. I'm still having troubles understanding your suggestion.
I start the app and connect USB, no luck.

sindrefyrn said:
Are you sure? The Sixaxis controller app is made to be used with bluetooth. Normally Android devices supports ps3 controllers wired natively. I'm still having troubles understanding your suggestion.
I start the app and connect USB, no luck.
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If you go into the settings inside the sixaxis app you can enable that the pad will be saw by system as native gamepad...try that also ...if not it could be that your otg cable doesn't work good with the gamepad...mine works really fine without problems ...only some games aren't able to be played with this controller

That's strange because M8 supports X360 controller natively

One-M8-Master said:
If you go into the settings inside the sixaxis app you can enable that the pad will be saw by system as native gamepad...try that also ...if not it could be that your otg cable doesn't work good with the gamepad...mine works really fine without problems ...only some games aren't able to be played with this controller
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That option only makes it look like a gamepad to the system when it's connected through bluetooth. Does it work for you? What ROM and kernel are you using?
alwin006 said:
That's strange because M8 supports X360 controller natively
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I know.

sindrefyrn said:
That option only makes it look like a gamepad to the system when it's connected through bluetooth. Does it work for you? What ROM and kernel are you using?
I know.
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Using renovate 4.0.1 so latest Rom and stock kernel as flar's kernel is not updated yet ... It always worked for me on every Rom or kernel and also on hox it always worked... Hm
Edit: like I said it could be the OTG cable too...often it doesn't work with some...try to get another one

I just flashed flar's kernel. The controller now works. I haven't ran into any problems either even though it isn't updated.

sindrefyrn said:
I just flashed flar's kernel. The controller now works. I haven't ran into any problems either even though it isn't updated.
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Yea if could be that on stock kernel some OTG features aren't working like on custom kernels were many things are added or tweaked..but orbits working now then good

The dualshock 4 controller works natively on the m8 wired.
You can use it scroll through the screens and select apps. Not all games work, minecraft being one, but a lot do.
The buttons can be a bit odd though. For example in goat simulator, the options button is headbutt. Quite frustrating.
Does anybody know if there is there anyway of remapping the buttons?

Imnotdave said:
The dualshock 4 controller works natively on the m8 wired.
You can use it scroll through the screens and select apps. Not all games work, minecraft being one, but a lot do.
The buttons can be a bit odd though. For example in goat simulator, the options button is headbutt. Quite frustrating.
Does anybody know if there is there anyway of remapping the buttons?
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Use any app which supports it, if no support not way to remap...
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[Q] Sixaxis with Tab S

Hi everyone,
I've searched all over but can't find the answer. I've used the sixaxis app on many devices before. It doesn't seem to work on the tab s, and I believe it is because newer Samsung devices are missing a certain Bluetooth protocol.
My goal is to connect two PS3 controllers to the Tab S to play emulated games (nes, snes n64,etc.)
Does anyone have any information on how to get it working? Thanks!

maneetb said:
Hi everyone,
I've searched all over but can't find the answer. I've used the sixaxis app on many devices before. It doesn't seem to work on the tab s, and I believe it is because newer Samsung devices are missing a certain Bluetooth protocol.
My goal is to connect two PS3 controllers to the Tab S to play emulated games (nes, snes n64,etc.)
Does anyone have any information on how to get it working? Thanks!
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I tried all the tricks I know, to no avail, it's really hard to make it work, unless you're willing to do it 'oldschool' style, wired via OTG.
we managed to do this in samsung tab 3 before, 2 PS3 controllers for 2 player fighting games, dunno, seems like we have bluetooth compatibility issues as the PS3 bluetooth is already outdated.
let's here other chime in

what ? sixaxis controller works perfectly on my tab s 10.5 :v no issue . even with wire

Works on my 8.4 too.. have you tried the compatibility checker first ? It only worked after I used it once
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better33 said:
Works on my 8.4 too.. have you tried the compatibility checker first ? It only worked after I used it once
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you dont need to install that app , just set the host IP for the controller and play . that's all

Well, like I said, didn't work until I tried that. Can't tell why though, never had too before. But I tried it since I remember a while ago, sense and touchwizz used to be not compatible with sixaxis app
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screenshots...method...controller type?
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what ? sixaxis controller works perfectly on my tab s 10.5 :v no issue . even with wire
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Works on my 8.4 too.. have you tried the compatibility checker first ? It only worked after I used it once
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ok, wait...so are both of u guys saying that u have a PS3 controller working through BLUETOOTH with the tab S?! If so then could one of u please provide a screenshot as proof and describe your connection method...did u use the pc program or bond with an otg cable through the sixaxis app then pair and what version of the sixis app are u using? Also..are u using original oem sony controllers or ebay branded ones? :confused
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@better33
to answer all of the basic questions...yes i'm rooted & yes i've used the app before successfully most recently on the tab pro 8.4 . i really need the above questions i posed to the poster above answered...also as @sku|| suggested i doubt if the compatibility checker helps but yes i've tried that too. Thx for the screenshot though...are u using original sony controllers and more importantly what version of the sixaxis app are u using?

Like I said, it wasn't working the first time, so I downloaded the compatibility checker since I remember there used to be issues with touchwizz, and it said it was compatible. I'm using the official ps3 controller. Are you root ?
Forgot to say, I connected the controller on my computer to change the master address and then connected it through Bluetooth
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THEDEVIOUS1 said:
ok, wait...so are both of u guys saying that u have a PS3 controller working through BLUETOOTH with the tab S?! If so then could one of u please provide a screenshot as proof and describe your connection method...did u use the pc program or bond with an otg cable through the sixaxis app then pair and what version of the sixis app are u using? Also..are u using original oem sony controllers or ebay branded ones? :confused
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@better33
to answer all of the basic questions...yes i'm rooted & yes i've used the app before successfully most recently on the tab pro 8.4 . i really need the above questions i posed to the poster above answered...also as @sku|| suggested i doubt if the compatibility checker helps but yes i've tried that too. Thx for the screenshot though...are u using original sony controllers and more importantly what version of the sixaxis app are u using?
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I'm using the 0.7.4 version, what else do you need?

Hmm interesting. What rom version are you using? It could be regional issue?
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better33 said:
Like I said, it wasn't working the first time, so I downloaded the compatibility checker since I remember there used to be issues with touchwizz, and it said it was compatible. I'm using the official ps3 controller. Are you root ?
Forgot to say, I connected the controller on my computer to change the master address and then connected it through Bluetooth
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Im using 2 official controllers here, one that came with the ps3 that I used on my tab 7.7 with no issues (bluetooth) . And another aftermarker pink controller that I also used with no issues with tab 7.7. Only thing devious and I have in common might be our custom rom which he compiled
I tried connecting it through PC and change the mac address via sixaxis changer. Installed the compatibility checker and eas advised that it's compatible. Bought the sixaxis app. And.. boom. Stuck at 'listening to controllers'. I'll give it a shot once again

maneetb said:
Hi everyone,
I've searched all over but can't find the answer. I've used the sixaxis app on many devices before. It doesn't seem to work on the tab s, and I believe it is because newer Samsung devices are missing a certain Bluetooth protocol.
My goal is to connect two PS3 controllers to the Tab S to play emulated games (nes, snes n64,etc.)
Does anyone have any information on how to get it working? Thanks!
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I'm having the same issue in my rooted Tab s 10.5. I changed the master to my tablet, then the tablet never sees the controller. Any luck?

Uhhh. Dunno what I did but.. it worked.
Heres what I remembered.
Uninstalled sixaxis.
Downloaded compatibility checker and run
-hooked up my controller via otg and manually typed my bluetooth MAC
Installed Sixaxis
-tried pairing via OTG. Disconnect cable and tried pairing via BT: unsuccessful
*frustrated*
Killed app compatibility checker
Killed app sixaxis
Reopened sixaxis
Clicked change IME - list of keyboard appeared. Tapped sixaxis
Clicked start. It connected.

Mine is :
1. Have a DS3 controller
2. Have a cable and OTG
3. Connect DS3 via OTG
4. Open sixaxis controller app ( v0.7.4)
5. Tap PAIR
6. Disconnect the controller
7. Change IME
8. Tap Start and connect with DS3
9. Done

ThE_SoUrCe said:
Clicked change IME - list of keyboard appeared. Tapped sixaxis
Clicked start. It connected.
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Actually I remember doing that too (changing the IME BEFORE looking for devices), maybe that's why it worked for me. I'm on the last stock French rom, can't tell you more I'm at work without the tab.
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I got it working on Tab S by changing IME to sixaxis > then go to "set up input methods" > made sure sixaxis is checked > into its general settings , checked auto start > then into game setting checking "enable gamepad. Presto!!

Hi everyone,
Thanks for all the feedback! I am trying very hard to replicate the steps, but I still can't get past the "Listening for controllers" status.
Can anyone please delete all of the six axis settings, and post detailed step by steps from scratch?
Also, I noticed my bluetooth button isn't lit up (indicating that it is on) when I start Sixaxis. And when I try to turn it on, it doesn't.
Thanks for your help!!

maneetb said:
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all the feedback! I am trying very hard to replicate the steps, but I still can't get past the "Listening for controllers" status.
Can anyone please delete all of the six axis settings, and post detailed step by steps from scratch?
Also, I noticed my bluetooth button isn't lit up (indicating that it is on) when I start Sixaxis. And when I try to turn it on, it doesn't.
Thanks for your help!!
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Wait, you guys are right.... it is totally random, but I got it working! This time, I did retype the bluetooth address manually and clicked pair (even though it looked the same). Then, it still didn't work. Then I tried it with my regular swiftkey input, and it connected! Then I switched it to six axis.
This was the reason I bought the tablet, so THANK YOU guys for the help (even though we are still kind of puzzled )

I got another simpler method that works, so far so good,
-Force close all sixaxis apps (compatibility checker and sixaxis)
-at the back of the controller, there's a reset button, insert anything small enough and reset it
-connect the controller to your device via OTG
-run sixaxis controller app
-tap pair, then tap pair (the one on pop up)[ensure the bluetooth address is correct]
-disconnect OTG
-turn the controller on
-tap Start.
and there you have it.
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and it will not work again as soon as you paired your device to your Samsung Gear LOL..
what you need to do, after using your Samsung Gear, disconnect it, reboot your device and follow the instructions above, it will sync once again

ThE_SoUrCe said:
I got another simpler method that works, so far so good,
-Force close all sixaxis apps (compatibility checker and sixaxis)
-at the back of the controller, there's a reset button, insert anything small enough and reset it
-connect the controller to your device via OTG
-run sixaxis controller app
-tap pair, then tap pair (the one on pop up)[ensure the bluetooth address is correct]
-disconnect OTG
-turn the controller on
-tap Start.
and there you have it.
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and it will not work again as soon as you paired your device to your Samsung Gear LOL..
what you need to do, after using your Samsung Gear, disconnect it, reboot your device and follow the instructions above, it will sync once again
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I got it working perfectly yesterday, but couldn't get it today. I tried your steps over and over again, but no luck!
Any way you can post a video? I will be very thankful to the person who can get this working for me! It is frustrating that it worked yesterday flawlessly with two controllers, but only after hours of messing with it (and it isn't working today!)

maneetb said:
I got it working perfectly yesterday, but couldn't get it today. I tried your steps over and over again, but no luck!
Any way you can post a video? I will be very thankful to the person who can get this working for me! It is frustrating that it worked yesterday flawlessly with two controllers, but only after hours of messing with it (and it isn't working today!)
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I was about to edit my post for the nth time LOl. Sad to say. I does not work again. I was simply lucky that I managed to do it 3 times in a row. Now. It simply doesnt pair. Could be something messing with the bluetooth becuase once you get it to pair initially. Even if you reboot, it would still pair. But once you connect your device to another bluetooth device such as headset/gear. BT will forget the sixaxis profile and you'll have trouble syncing it again. I'm close to giving up. I'm simply using it with USB OTG just to satisfy my game-cravings. Hope the others who got it working chime in once again if they manage to pair it all the time.