One of the best mobile game controllers is the Backbone One, which is back on sale. The second-gen USB-C PlayStation Edition has dropped down to $69, while the black model is a dollar more.

The design is simple and intuitive, allowing players to slip their mobile device between two halves of a controller, not too dissimilar to the Nintendo Switch. While the Backbone One is a well ...

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Using a sliding backplate, the Backbone One stretches to fit the iPhone 15-16 and most Android phones. However, the 2nd Gen controller is also sold in a Lightning port version for older Apple phones.

I've seen a lot of adverts pop up lately for the Backbone One smartphone gaming controller, and after seeing it in person over at Samsung headquarters a few weeks ago, I was around 70% convinced ...

Aside from the lack of grip, the Backbone One's biggest design flaw is how the iPhone actually fits inside. The controller doesn't have any sort of lock, so putting your iPhone in and taking it ...

So a dedicated physical controller may be a more optimal solution. One of the best mobile game controllers is the Backbone One, which is back on sale. The second-gen USB-C PlayStation Edition has ...