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Can I hook my Xbox controller to my iPhone?

Note The Xbox Series X|S Wireless Controller can be used with an iOS device once it has taken the latest firmware update.
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Can I hook up an Xbox controller to my iPhone?

Pair and connect the controller

Press and hold the controller's Connect button for a few seconds to put the controller into pairing mode. This makes it discoverable by your Apple device. Open Bluetooth settings on your Apple device, then select the controller from the list of nearby devices.
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How do I know if my Xbox controller is Bluetooth?

If you have an older Xbox One gamepad, you must look at the plastic surrounding the Guide button. If it's the same plastic as the face of the controller, without any seams, you have a Bluetooth gamepad.
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How do I connect my Xbox controller to my iPhone without the sync button?

Yes, you can sync your Xbox controller without the sync button with a USB cable. Just insert the end of the cable into the slot of the remote and plug the USB into the port of the console. When the Xbox button on the remote and the console lights up, unplug the controller and you are synced.
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Why isn't my Xbox controller working on my iPhone?

When you go to Bluetooth in iPhone settings, make sure it's on and searching for devices then hold the connection button on the Xbox controller (the small button in between LB and RB) at the same time, it should pop up on your iPhone just click it then release the sync button on the Xbox controller!
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How to pair an Xbox One controller with an iPhone or iPad

Do all Xbox controllers work with iOS?

To connect an Xbox controller to your iPhone and play games with it, you'll need to have at least iOS 13. You can connect nearly any Xbox controller, whether it's from the Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S. Make sure that your Xbox controller has Bluetooth and is in pairing mode before trying to connect it.
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Are Xbox controllers Bluetooth?

The Xbox Wireless Controller can connect via Bluetooth to many PCs, tablets, laptops, and VR/AR headsets. However, reliability is dependent on the device's Bluetooth card and experiences may vary. Your controller can only connect to one device at a time.
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Can all Xbox One controllers connect to phone?

You can use an Xbox One controller on your Android device by pairing it using Bluetooth. Pairing an Xbox One controller with an Android device will allow you to use the controller on the device.
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Can I use Xbox controller without Bluetooth?

So to sync your Xbox controller and PC wirelessly without Bluetooth, you'll need to buy the Xbox Wireless Adapter. This adapter lets you connect your Xbox controller to your PC wirelessly, through the same proprietary connection used by your Xbox console.
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How do I turn my Xbox One controller to my phone?

On a mobile device:
  1. Open the Xbox mobile app.
  2. Select the My Library icon and select Consoles.
  3. Select the console you want to connect to and then press Remote play on this device.
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Where is the Bluetooth button on Xbox controller?

On Xbox One X and Xbox One S, the Pair button  is on the front right, below the power button. On the original Xbox One, the Pair button  is a circular button on the side, around the corner from the disc tray.
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Why Xbox doesn t have Bluetooth?

Rather, it is because Microsoft – the company behind Xbox – went down a different route with wireless connectivity. Instead of Bluetooth, all Xbox variants use a unique in-house wireless protocol – the Xbox Wireless. Like Bluetooth, Xbox Wireless connects headphones to Xbox One without pesky cables.
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How do you pair an Xbox controller?

Simply plug the cable into a USB port on the Xbox, then connect the other end to your controller. Once they're connected, press and hold the Xbox button on the controller to sync them. You can disconnect the cable to use the controller wirelessly after the syncing completes.
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What apps can you use Xbox controller on iPhone?

So, if you're looking to use your Xbox or PlayStation controller with iPhone for some smartphone games, we've got you covered.
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  • Call of Duty: Mobile. ...
  • Minecraft. ...
  • Asphalt 9: Legends. ...
  • Dead Trigger 2. ...
  • Bike Baron 2. ...
  • Huntdown. ...
  • Lineage 2: Revolution. ...
  • Jetpack Joyride.
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How do I connect my controller to my phone?

Connect a Standard Bluetooth Controller to Android

Open Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > Bluetooth and make sure Bluetooth is enabled. From the same menu, select Pair new device, then follow the specific instructions to make your controller discoverable.
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How do I connect my wired controller to my iPhone?

If you have a compatible game controller, you can connect it to iPhone using the Lightning connector. Follow the instructions that came with your controller. Depending on your iPhone model and controller, you may need a Lightning to USB adapter (sold separately).
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How do I connect my controller without Bluetooth?

The Wired Method

Plug your controller into a USB port with a USB-to-micro-USB cable. That's it, as far as connecting the controller goes.
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Which Xbox controller works with mobile?

You can use two different Xbox controllers with your Android devices: Xbox Wireless Controllers and Xbox 360 controllers. The former are controllers made for Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X consoles.
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How can I play Xbox on my phone iOS?

On your iOS device:
  1. Open the Xbox app.
  2. Sign in with the same Microsoft Account as your Xbox One console.
  3. Tap My Library icon (stack of books) and select Consoles.
  4. Under Consoles, connect with the console you wish to use.
  5. Tap Remote play on this device.
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How many devices can Xbox controller connect to?

It can only be synced with one Xbox console and one Bluetooth device at a time. So if you want to quickly swap between your Xbox Series X / S and a different device, you'll need to manually set up your controller with that new device first.
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What Xbox controller has Bluetooth?

Which Xbox One Controller Has Bluetooth? 1537, 1697, and 1708 Xbox One controller models have Bluetooth capabilities. However, only one of the three—1708—has a built-in BT connection, making it easy to use on smartphones, computers, and smart TVs.
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How to connect Xbox to phone?

  1. Step 1: Download the Xbox app. Before downloading the Xbox app for iOS or Android, you'll want to update your smartphone or tablet to the latest version of its operating system. ...
  2. Step 2: Connect to your network. ...
  3. Step 3: Sync your smartphone with your console. ...
  4. Step 4: Use the app. ...
  5. Step 5: Control your Xbox One with the app.
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Can you connect AirPods to Xbox One?

Yes, you can use your AirPods with your Xbox One.
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What controllers can connect to iOS?

  • Gamevice Flex for iPhone. The best way to play on your iPhone. ...
  • Razer Kishi for iPhone. An excellent alternative to the Gamevice Flex. ...
  • DualSense Controller. For PS5 owners. ...
  • Xbox Core Controller. For Xbox owners. ...
  • Xbox Adaptive Controller - Gaming. Best for accessibility. ...
  • Rotor Riot Gamepad Controller.
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What version of iOS do you need to connect a controller?

Make sure that your Apple device has the required software: iOS 16 or later on iPhone. iPadOS 16 or later on iPad. tvOS 16 or later on Apple TV.
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