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With all the awesome games available for this device, has anyone figured out how to get an operational gamepad setup with it?
Essentially, I don't even want bluetooth here - a USB mounted device would work just fine.
Here's a thread about this. Maybe it will help somehow. Tell me if u found any solution because i'm looking to buy a gamepad too. Just waiting for someone to get it right.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1375491
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The ps3 controller works great.
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sixaxis controller, wiimote, bluetooth gamepad, bluetooth keyboard...google is your friend
Does xbox controller work? I have xbox controllers, no PS3.
GatorsUF said:
Does xbox controller work? I have xbox controllers, no PS3.
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Xbox controllers are radio wireless and not Bluetooth like the PS3 controllers. Unless it's changed recently?
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Xbox controllers are radio wireless and not Bluetooth like the PS3 controllers. Unless it's changed recently?
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Nope, haven't changed it since 2005.
i have a wired xbox 360 controller that i use from things like COD on my PC.
Haven't tried it on my phone because im lacking a usb host cable thing.
mind you the first 2 COD games.
Also bought and just received the Phonejoy for Bluetooth play.
update just ordered a usb host cable to try the xbox should come in 3-5 days.
Im using a phonejoy and its awesome. Yea PS3 work, but on my SG S2, my rom didnt allow that so I had to buy a bluetooth controller. But now I still have it for my Nexus So I wont bother to change my PS3 controller IP everytime I want to play on my nexus and PS3.
is ROOT required?? i want to use a original ps3 controller to play games in my galaxy nexus but i totally don't want to root.
I started a thread about the use of a PS2 Controller with a USB OTG adapter but it seems like nobody is interested in it, so i drop it (the thread) and i just bought a PS3 Controller.
I connected it with a mini USB cable to my Nexus (trough the OTG cable) and works like a charm! But it could be better if i was able to use it wirelessly.
I know the Sixaxis App works great, but i really don't want to buy the app, at least not right now, because i cannot accept the fact that the PS2 controller didn't work, and then the PS3 BT controller either! Besides, i read a lot of posts where users confirms that the controller is working with the Asus Prime tablet without the need of Sixaxis or Root.
I'm using the stock 4.0.4 version without a custom kernel and i'm rooted.
Please, there's nothing against the developers of Sixaxis, it costs only U$1.58, but i cannot accept the fact that ICS could not pair the controller by itself or at least using a custom rom and/or kernel.
You can't accept that you might have to buy a $1.58 app to pair a device with a proprietary controller using proprietary communications protocols that most likely had to be reverse engineered to work on Android, just because Android doesn't include this functionality to begin with?
Oi,.
just buy the app... or you could buy a BT dongle but it would cost the same but less is needed with the app.
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JaiaV said:
You can't accept that you might have to buy a $1.58 app to pair a device with a proprietary controller using proprietary communications protocols that most likely had to be reverse engineered to work on Android, just because Android doesn't include this functionality to begin with?
Oi,.
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But how can you explain that the controller is working with the Transformer Prime without the app? As i said before, i have no problem at all with the purchase of the app, i just was looking a simpler way to pair the device, because i own a blog and i wanted to teach the regular user to pair their controllers.
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Hi All,
Been looking at getting a gaming controller for my htc one, i want one that holds the phone as well as lets you use a controller, so i can go and
play gta etc.. with ease.
Anyone got any experience with any ??
Seen this : http://buy.thegameklip.com/products/gameklip-casemount
Looks good but does anybody know if the ps3 controller works with htc one (there is a checker here if you have root https://play.google.com/store/apps/...Rpb3Muc2l4YXhpc2NvbXBhdGliaWxpdHljaGVja2VyIl0.
Also ive seen the mogo pro controller : http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/10/moga-pro-hands-on/
Which looks perfect but no info about a UK release, just US.
There is this as well, I have it on order myself.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190784533130?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
PS3 controller doesn't work over BT unless you get rid of Sense. It also doesn't work over usb OTG.
Keeping an eye on your thread as I'm also interested in controller solutions
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r2001uk said:
PS3 controller doesn't work over BT unless you get rid of Sense. It also doesn't work over usb OTG.
Keeping an eye on your thread as I'm also interested in controller solutions
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Thanks that one idea out.
I do love the moga one its looks perfect, just hoping that once it released on Monday in the US it will pop up online in places.
That bluetooth one of ebay says it has issues with android 4.0 (guessing this will mean it has issues with 4.1 as well)
Also im sure ive read somewhere that the flip at the top doesnt stretch far enough to fit a s3 in it, hence it might not fit the one!
why o why cant someone just bring out a good one and sell it world wide.
I'm hoping the Moga Pro turns out to be decent as I'll be in the US in a few Months so I'll pick one up then, unless a UK reseller pops up beforehand!
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The sixaxis controller does work on sense with the sixaxis app but requires root. As for an unrooted solution, there answer would work.
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i will try this out tommroww
Phil750123 said:
Hi All,
Been looking at getting a gaming controller for my htc one, i want one that holds the phone as well as lets you use a controller, so i can go and
play gta etc.. with ease.
Anyone got any experience with any ??
Seen this : http://buy.thegameklip.com/products/gameklip-casemount
Looks good but does anybody know if the ps3 controller works with htc one (there is a checker here if you have root https://play.google.com/store/apps/...Rpb3Muc2l4YXhpc2NvbXBhdGliaWxpdHljaGVja2VyIl0.
Also ive seen the mogo pro controller : http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/10/moga-pro-hands-on/
Which looks perfect but no info about a UK release, just US.
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I have the Moga and it worked fine on my note 2. The sixaxis never worked with me and I have tried it on the s3 and note 2.. But the moga was good for me.
I think I am going to try the Moga pro! It looks awesome.
The sixaxis app does not work with the HTC ONE due to the required bluetooth protocol not being implemented.
OTG doesn't work either. You don't even get the local bluetooth adress in the sixaxis app! :crying:
has anyone tried to mogo mini controller?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MOGA-Andr...ablet_eReader_Accessories&hash=item589eb24f29
Not as good as the pro but its available to buy, still havent seen the pro come up anywhere online even though been out since Monday.
Moga Pro!
http://www.androidcentral.com/moga-pro-review-must-have-gamers
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has anyone tried to mogo mini controller?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MOGA-Andr...ablet_eReader_Accessories&hash=item589eb24f29
Not as good as the pro but its available to buy, still havent seen the pro come up anywhere online even though been out since Monday.
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I have the smaller moga controller AND the Nyko Playpad (smaller one)
the moga is nice but... it does not support any app but MOGA certified ones out of the box, meaning if its not a moga supported game it will not work, BUT! there is a "MOGA IME" around that u can install and it will allow you to use it with your non moga apps, but only with key mapping, there is no way to map touch controls. The moga runs on 2 AAA batteries
The nyko playpad is nice as well, it has the ability to be use as a controller or even a mouse for android, but their "playground" app doesn't support touch mapping yet and it doesnt have a built in mount to hold the phone, it does however come with a stand that can be used for phones OR tablets, it is rechargable
In all honesty, having tried the 2 main competitors I have both because some games wont work with one but will with the other, in the end tho, the sixaxis is probably the best bet, and even with that there is an annoying lag when playing games with any of these methods, I actually just gave up on using the controllers mostly, the only time i use them now is for my SNES and GBA emulator's
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Moga Pro!
http://www.androidcentral.com/moga-pro-review-must-have-gamers
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Looks so good i want it so bad!
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Looks so good i want it so bad!
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Careful
I own a moga, and it works flawlessly with my S3, but my one doesn't see the controller at all.
Seems the protocol isn't supported, once we get a rom that doesn't have sense, I'll test it out again.
Tried the droid DNA bluetooth mod as well, no luck
r2001uk said:
PS3 controller doesn't work over BT unless you get rid of Sense. It also doesn't work over usb OTG.
Keeping an eye on your thread as I'm also interested in controller solutions
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Does it not work over usb OTG at all? Or only before getting rid of sense? I bought one of these to use with my ps3 controller and every usb pairing, management app out there says it detects my controller, I have the HTC one but when I plug in the controller nothing happens. Do I have to get rid of sense? I don't knwo why that would interfere with it. I'm kind of pissed because other phones just plug n play and I have this amazing new top of the line phone that can't do it without deleting the main software? I don't even wanna mess around with that kind of stuff lol
I've got a regular moga... May see how it works for me. It was useless for me since my sensation is too slow to play good games now and my N7 just uses an Xbox controller with USB wire.
By far best controller for phones is the phonejoy iv had a lot now and this has lasted me over two years of hardcore emulator action it is supported by all ime apps and most emulators already it's a great option and is an exact ps3 replica but works with any phones bluetooth
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Can somebody help answer what gamepad will actually work on this device. Im stuck and really want a gamepad!
I just received my iCade 8-Bitty controller in the mail from ThinkGeek. I'm having a bit of trouble getting it to work in the few apps I've tried.
I have successfully paired the device with the tablet, but it doesn't seem to be receiving any inputs from the controller.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35167558
According to this thread, people have used the app BluezHID to get the 8-bitty to work as a keyboard, and successfully map controls in emulators, on the Original N7.
I've tried BluezHID on my 2013 N7 to no avail, i get an error: bt socket connect failed message no matter what I try.
Seems iCade support requires "L2CAP" to work with the Bluetooth stack. Any clue if this is supported on the 2013 N7?
Has anyone else tried the 8-bitty or other iCade sticks on the 2013 N7 yet?
I will keep trying a few other game apps and see if anything works. I'll update this thread as I figure stuff out.
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Initial tests indicate that the pad connects, is seen, but in MAME4Droid, every button is read as "unknown", making mapping impossible. Will keep trying.
Edit2:
Seems BluezHID will NEVER work as they changed the way Bluetooth connects in 4.2.2 (N7 is at 4.3), it never releases the bluetooth connection. A custom ROM may fix this. *SIGH*
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Seems with 4.3 Bluetooth gamepads are near broken, I need some general advice about using Bluetooth Controllers with the 2013 Nexus 7.
Bump for title change. I need some more general advice with Bluetooth Controllers.
The best bluetooth controller I've found is the the official PS3 controller. If you have a PS3 system then you're all set. If not, you can usually get one for less than $30 brand new. There are tons of knockoffs that can cost about half or less, but it's a hit or miss with those. If you don't care about being wireless, then just get a wired controller, xbox360 controller for example, which is cheaper and will also work.
Hmm, I do have a wired 360 Controller, I would assume a USB to micro-USB adapter is required. Is there any app needed? Does it require root? Is the 2013 Nexus 7 USB-OTG capable?
Tried my XBOX360 Wired controller and a USB to Micro USB adapter that I had lying around, and did not work. Didn't even light up. Granted, I'm not sure if this adapter ever worked, but I have no clue if the 2013 N7 even has the OTG capability.
Any other ideas?
I have the steelseries free that I bought used from eBay at 35.
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Well, bought a powered USB Hub and it still didn't work with my OTG adapter, so its obviously at fault. I have another OTG Cable on the way, one recommended by an XDA forum thread, but it won't get here for a month. Blech.
I need to peruse the forums some more and see if there is a good list of Bluetooth controllers somewhere.
I have been using Moga Pro
and I have no complaints, came with a little tablet stand too. I have been using it flawlessly on emulators like Drastic DS and supergnes and MyBoy. Also, it works with the Moga software which is growing it's library of supported games all the time. I love it and honestly it feels better than the PS3 controller in my humble opinion. They just recently released a new line of Moga controllers where they charge youre device while playing, sounds cool but I always carry extra battery packs with me so it's not necessary for me.
How about this one
http://www.fc30.com/eng/
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How about this one
http://www.fc30.com/eng/
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Oooooooo. I like. Ordered me one. Thanks for the info! Much better button layout than 8-Bitty, and it says it emulates a keyboard as well, so should work with just about anything. Will be arriving in about two weeks. Will update after testing.
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How about this one
http://www.fc30.com/eng/
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Finally got ahold of my FC30, and I'm sad to report it doesn't work as advertised. Works fine as a USB PC controller, but I have troubles getting it to connect to my N7 (2013) reliably. The touchscreen emulation hasn't worked yet, as it will never successfully connect in the touchscreen emu mode with the included .apk. However, this gamepad has the ability to update the firmware, so its possible to fix these issues.
My conclusion: DON'T BUY. At least until they fix connectivity.
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and I have no complaints, came with a little tablet stand too. I have been using it flawlessly on emulators like Drastic DS and supergnes and MyBoy. Also, it works with the Moga software which is growing it's library of supported games all the time. I love it and honestly it feels better than the PS3 controller in my humble opinion. They just recently released a new line of Moga controllers where they charge youre device while playing, sounds cool but I always carry extra battery packs with me so it's not necessary for me.
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Just got my Moga pro and I have to say it does great for Games that support it directly and with the Universal Driver on the Play store it works great with the emulators I use. Pleasantly surprised that I don't have to be rooted for the Universal Driver to work either. I had been using the Sixaxis app with a PS3 controller up till now but I wanted to see if I really needed to root my new N7 so I grabbed the Moga to try.
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In my experience, the Sixaxis has been perfect for gaming.
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Same, PS3 controller works great wirelessly for me.
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How about this one
http://www.fc30.com/eng/
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Looks great, I just order one too,
But it ships from Hong Kong, doubt maybe extreme long time for delivery
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Looks great, I just order one too,
But it ships from Hong Kong, doubt maybe extreme long time for delivery
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Another vote for the Sony PS3 Sixasis controller!! I use a PS3 controller with my Asus Infinity, Note 2, Evo LTE, and of course N7 FHD. Best part is that it works flawlessly with EVERY game too!! Even if the game isn't set to support a controller, you can use the Sixasis app and customize the controller button presses to emulate a screen touch. Absolutely LOVE that feature and ability!! I set some custom game button mappings for some games that already natively support controllers, just because I prefer the button presses to do something different. You can make and save different controller button mappings (just called "maps" in the Sixasis app) for each individual game, or even make multiple maps for each game if you'd like. The app is very flexible and allows you to fully customize everything to your liking! I don't believe there's another controller option out there that offers as much flexibility and in depth customizations as does a Sixasis controller with the Sixasis app!! I'm excited to get the PS4 system and to use PS4 Sixasis controllers with my Android devices!!
Needless to say, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND going with a PS3 controller and the Sixasis app!!!!
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I have been using the wired 360 controller for awhile now, for both my PC and Nexus7 (both gens). Works well, though it is a little awkward finding a good spot for the tablet since your hands are both on the controller (unless you have a stand or are sitting at a table).
If you want a wired one then I would high recommend it.
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Finally got ahold of my FC30, and I'm sad to report it doesn't work as advertised. Works fine as a USB PC controller, but I have troubles getting it to connect to my N7 (2013) reliably. The touchscreen emulation hasn't worked yet, as it will never successfully connect in the touchscreen emu mode with the included .apk. However, this gamepad has the ability to update the firmware, so its possible to fix these issues.
My conclusion: DON'T BUY. At least until they fix connectivity.
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Oh no, mine just got shipped today, too late to get cancelled
I check out the weiphone, looks like its for iOS only, didn't mention about android
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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
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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
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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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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.