Backbone One - PlayStation Edition (Lightning) - Mobile Gaming Controller for iPhone - Generation 2 - White

The Backbone One PlayStation Edition (Lightning) Mobile Gaming Controller for iPhone, Generation 2 delivers an elevated mobile gaming experience with improved design, comfort, and performance inspired by the PlayStation ecosystem. Officially licensed by PlayStation, this controller features the signature white PlayStation-style finish and familiar button layout, giving gamers a console-quality feel in a portable form factor.

Designed specifically for iPhones with a Lightning connector, the Backbone One Gen 2 connects instantly without Bluetooth pairing or charging. It draws power directly from your iPhone, ensuring lag-free responsiveness and uninterrupted gameplay. Enhanced analog sticks, refined triggers, and highly responsive buttons provide precise control for action, racing, shooter, and role-playing games.

The Generation 2 design offers improved ergonomics and durability, making extended gaming sessions more comfortable and stable. It fully supports PlayStation Remote Play, allowing users to stream and play their PlayStation games directly on an iPhone from anywhere with a compatible internet connection. The controller also works seamlessly with a wide range of App Store and Apple Arcade games, expanding its versatility beyond console streaming. The Backbone app acts as a central hub for your games, offering features such as gameplay recording, screenshot capture, social sharing, and game organization. Compact and travel-friendly, the controller easily fits into a backpack or carrying case, making it ideal for gaming on the go. Combining premium build quality, instant connectivity, and authentic PlayStation styling, the Backbone One PlayStation Edition (Gen 2) is an excellent choice for iPhone users seeking console-level controls, portability, and enhanced mobile gaming performance in a sleek, modern design.

1. Connector: Lightning (Direct, low-latency connection).

1. Compatibility: Designed for iPhone 14 and earlier (all models with a Lightning port).

1. Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack for zero-latency audio.

1. Charging: Pass-through Lightning port (charge your iPhone while you play).

1. Buttons: Tactile face buttons, clickable thumbsticks (L3/R3), and Hall Effect-style analog triggers.

1. Case Compatibility: The Gen 2 features a redesigned bridge and removable magnetic adapters. This allows you to play with your iPhone inside its case, supporting a wide variety of thin-to-medium cases (no more constant peeling off your phone cover!).

1. Enhanced D-Pad & Buttons: The D-pad has been updated for better tactile feedback and precision, and the face buttons feel more consistent with a console controller.

1. Improved Camera Bump Support: It includes specialized adapters out of the box to perfectly fit the massive camera islands on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro models, ensuring the phone sits perfectly level.

1. Firmware Maturity: The Gen 2 is better optimized for the latest versions of iOS, offering smoother integration with the Backbone App and PS Remote Play.

1. The Remote Play Powerhouse: This is officially licensed by Sony. When you use it with the PS Remote Play app, the on-screen prompts match the PlayStation symbols ($\triangle, \bigcirc, \times, \square$), making your iPhone feel like a portal to your PS5.

1. Zero Input Lag: Because it connects via the Lightning port rather than Bluetooth, your inputs are instantaneousa massive advantage for fast-paced games or cloud streaming (Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now).

1. Backbone Hub: The dedicated Backbone button launches an interface that feels like a gaming console, organizing your App Store games and streaming services into one library.

1. No Battery Required: It draws a negligible amount of power from your iPhone, so you never have to worry about charging a separate controller battery.

1. The "Mute" Shortcut: In the Backbone app settings, you can often configure button shortcuts. I recommend setting a quick way to mute your mic if you do a lot of multiplayer gaming on the go.

1. Record in 1080p: You can use the dedicated capture button to record your gameplay. The Backbone app allows you to edit and share these clips directly to social media or save them to your camera roll.

1. Cloud Streaming Tip: If you're using this for Xbox Game Pass or Steam Link, remember that your Wi-Fi connection is the bottleneck. For the best experience, use a 5GHz Wi-Fi band or a strong 5G signal.