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Backbone’s iPhone controllers now available in these new colors: Hands-on and review

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Recently, Backbone launched new Pink and Purple editions of their Pro and One controllers, with a focus on design and casual gaming.

Overview

Backbone has long been making snap-in controllers for iPhone and other phones. Earlier this year, they announced the Backbone Pro, which takes the popular Backbone One and adds new features like Bluetooth support and higher-quality controls. One of the best things about Backbone’s controllers is that they are designed to be universal: you can use them with an iPhone, an Android phone, or just about anything else through a wired connection.

Pink and Purple Editions

This week Backbone announced two new products, Backbone Pro: Pink Edition and Backbone One: Purple Edition. While both controllers are great for intense gaming, these new colorways are designed for those focused on more casual and relaxed gaming and looking for a more fun design.

I received the Backbone Pro in pink to review, and the color really is nice and fun!

Gameplay Experience

I am certainly no more than a casual gamer, so I was excited to try out this controller! It feels very high quality and responsive. This was my first time playing mobile games with a controller, and it definitely improves the experience.

Backbone App

One of the great things about Backbone’s controllers is that they aren’t platform-specific. This extends to their app as well: you can launch games on your phone, or stream games from GeForce NOW and Xbox Cloud Gaming. It works with the Steam Link app too.

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