For you iOS gamers, Amazon is taking a hefty 50% off the Backbone One Lightning mobile gaming controller for Apple iPhone 14 and older smartphones, now only $49.99 (was $100). Woot is owned by Amazon, so Amazon Prime members get free shipping, otherwise add on $6. This is the lowest price we've seen for a Backbone controller, which we picked as the best premium phone controller for 2024.
50% Off the Backbone One Controller (Lightning)
The Backbone One that's on sale today has a Lightning connector for iPhone 14 or older models. This is the first generation white model with PlayStation style buttons. The Backbone One essentially turns your iPhone into a gamepad style gaming device like a Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, or ASUS ROG Ally. You simply snap your phone into the controller and you're ready to go. Instead of using your phone's touchscreen, you can now use actual physical controls which includes dual joysticks, a D-pad, and programmable buttons. It makes for a more intuitive, more precise, and overall more enjoyable gaming experience.
The Backbone One is compatible with most games from Apple Arcade, Xbox Cloud, PlayStation Remote Play, and Steam Remote Play, as well as any mobile game that already supports other standalone controllers. Not every game is compatible, however, so if you have a particular game that you play religiously, you'll want to confirm that it supports the Backbone One.
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