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Can you Bluetooth connect a wired controller?

You can connect a controller to your phone using either a USB cable or Bluetooth. Here are the specific controllers that work with Android phones and tablets: Generic USB controllers. Generic Bluetooth controllers.
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Can I connect a wired controller to my phone?

Technically, you can connect any wired controller if your Android device's USB port supports On-The-Go (OTG). Phones and tablets use USB Micro-B and USB-C ports for charging and sending data to and from a connected PC, but OTG adds support for USB-based devices like mice, keyboards, flash drives, and so on.
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Do wired Xbox controllers have Bluetooth?

If you want to use Bluetooth or a wired connection, you're good to go from here. Original Xbox One controllers lack Bluetooth connectivity, and rely specifically on Xbox's wireless communication standard. This is fine for Xbox consoles, but not for PCs.
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Do wired PS4 controllers have Bluetooth?

Yes, you can connect your controller using Bluetooth. If your computer has the Bluetooth feature, you can pair your controller with your computer directly.
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What Xbox controllers can do Bluetooth?

The Xbox Wireless Controller that comes with Xbox Series X|S includes a feature that allows for quickly switching between a paired Bluetooth device and an Xbox console.
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How do I know if my controller has Bluetooth?

There's an easy way to tell if your Xbox One controller has Bluetooth. A Bluetooth-capable Xbox One controller has plastic around the Xbox button that matches the rest of the controller's color. Non-Bluetooth controllers instead have plastic that matches the color of the bumper buttons.
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Are wired Xbox controllers USB?

Wired Controller for Xbox One

The controller plugs directly into an Xbox One console via its 9.8-foot USB cable. Its design provides easy access to all the fingertip controls.
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How do you pair a wired controller?

Insert the USB cable into a USB port on the Nintendo Switch Dock. Connect the other end of the cable to the wired controller. Your wired controller is now ready for use.
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Can a wired controller work with a 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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Why won't my Xbox controller connect via Bluetooth?

On your PC, press the Start button , select Settings > Devices > Bluetooth, choose Xbox Adaptive Controller, and then select Remove device. Make sure Bluetooth is On, then select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth and choose Xbox Adaptive Controller from the list. Restart your PC.
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Do all Xbox controllers support Bluetooth?

The Xbox Wireless Controller that comes with Xbox Series X|S includes a feature that allows for quickly switching between a paired Bluetooth device and an Xbox console. There are also a variety of non-Microsoft controllers that will work with a Bluetooth or USB connection for cloud gaming on Xbox.
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How do I make my Xbox controller discoverable?

Press and hold the Pair button  on the top of the controller (the raised button). The Xbox button  on the controller will flash more rapidly—this means your controller is searching for a PC. On your PC, press the Start button , then select Settings > Devices (on Windows 11: Settings > Bluetooth & devices).
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What is the bottom port on an Xbox controller for?

Expansion port (9): This is a recessed port on the bottom-side edge of the controller. It's used to connect other accessories, such as an Xbox One Chat Headset.
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When did Xbox controllers get Bluetooth?

Third generation Xbox Wireless controllers added Bluetooth support and better thumbsticks and triggers. Bluetooth support allowed for these controllers to be used with Windows 10 PCs without the use of an adapter. The White Xbox One controller is a remake of the 2014 model of the same name.
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Can an Xbox wired controller work on PS4?

Brook Super Converter series makes old controllers compatible with new consoles. This particular model, the Xbox One to PS4 Controller Adapter, lets you wired use of Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Elite 1&2 controllers such as gamepads, dance mats, joysticks and racing wheels with PS4 game consoles and on PC.
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Is there a wired DualShock?

You have two options when picking an alternative PS4 controller: wired or wireless. Sony's official DualShock 4 pad uses a low-power Bluetooth solution to connect to the PS4, with newer official pads also allowing for a wired USB connection.
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Do wired controllers have to be plugged into console?

If what is plugged into a wall? The Xbox, or the controller? A wired controller only works when it is plugged directly into the console, otherwise it would be considered a wireless controller... Helpful?
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