by dbadmin | Dec 9, 2025 | Android 17, Android Canary, Authority Insights, Gaming, Gaming Controller, News
TL;DR A new menu found in the latest Android Canary build reveals the UI for a game controller remapping feature likely coming in Android 17. Found under Bluetooth settings, the “Game Controller settings” page allows users to customize inputs for both buttons (“Keys”)...
by dbadmin | Dec 4, 2025 | Emulator, Gaming, Gaming Controller, Microsoft Windows, News
Credit: Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Steam’s maker, Valve, has been playing a huge role in Windows emulation on Android. Valve has funded projects such as Pex emulator and Proton, which allow Windows games to run on Android more easily. Pex and Proton also...
by dbadmin | Nov 19, 2025 | Bluetooth, Gaming Controller, Reviews
Credit: Nick Fernandez / Android Authority Ever since I adopted the dogma of Android gaming handhelds, my smartphone has been mostly free of games. I still keep a few touch-oriented titles around, but anything that needs a controller has migrated to dedicated...
by dbadmin | Nov 14, 2025 | Gaming, Gaming Controller, Microsoft Xbox, News
Credit: Ryan McNeal / Android Authority TL;DR A Backbone Pro — Xbox Edition has now launched. It features handheld and wireless modes, full-size ALPS sticks, Hall Effect triggers, and more. The controller is available for $179.99. Earlier this year, Backbone and Xbox...
by dbadmin | Nov 13, 2025 | Deals, Gaming, Gaming Controller, News
Credit: Hyperkin Guess what my favorite cereal was as a kid. Yup, it was Cap’n Crunch, so you can understand why I was so excited to see this fun Hyperkin Cap’n Crunch Wireless Bluetooth Controller. The fact that it’s also 45% off makes it even better! Buy the...
by dbadmin | Oct 29, 2025 | Deals, Gaming, Gaming Controller, News
Credit: Hyperkin Guess what my favorite cereal was growing up? You’re likely assuming it was Cap’n Crunch, and you are right! You don’t have to be a fan of this cereal to appreciate this controller, though. It’s super cool, but it is also very capable and on sale...
