8BitDo Launches Affordable FlipPad Smartphone Controller
8BitDo has released the FlipPad, a new physical controller for smartphones. This $29.99 accessory connects via USB-C, transforming phones into handheld gaming devices. It aims to compete with other mobile controllers by offering a retro gaming experience at a low price.
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Dive into those retro decomps with the 8BitDo FlipPad, available today
8BitDo has released the FlipPad, a new physical controller designed for smartphones. Available for $29.99, it connects via USB-C to iPhone and Android devices, offering a D-pad and ABXY buttons without Bluetooth latency. The hinged design allows it to fold over the screen, transforming the phone into a handheld-like device, and it is compatible with most phone cases.
8Bitdo's FlipGo controller lands today, and for under $30, it could beat my go-to Game Boy controller
8Bitdo has launched its new FlipPad controller for smartphones, priced at $29.99, aiming to turn any phone into a Game Boy-style device with physical buttons. This accessory competes with the GameSir Pocket Taco, which offers similar functionality via Bluetooth for $34.99 but includes a built-in battery and more versatile connectivity.
8Bitdo's FlipPad controller lands today, and for under $30, it could beat my go-to Game Boy controller
8Bitdo has released its new FlipPad controller, designed to turn smartphones into Game Boy-style devices for under $30. The controller attaches via USB-C and offers a physical D-pad and face buttons. It is positioned as a competitor to the GameSir Pocket Taco, which offers similar functionality but with Bluetooth connectivity and a built-in battery for a slightly higher price.