Although Steve Jobs might vehemently disagree, the iPhone isn’t a great platform for gaming.
The problem? The lack of physical controls.
Some games are cleverly designed to compensate for the iPhone’s lack of controls (Temple Run, Fruit Ninja, etc.). But a lot of great games need some kind of game controller to be played properly.
Enter clip-on controllers, like the Backbone One, which adds PlayStation/Xbox-style controls to your iPhone in a clever package.
The Backbone One is widely considered one of the best game controllers for iPhone. We hands-on review the latest version, which has been tweaked with a case-friendly design and USB-C, and find there’s a lot to like.
Also in today’s newsletter:
Apple’s ability to surprise and delight is still in full effect.
Heading to the boonies? Here’s how to download Apple Maps for offline use.
Hard-drive data density keeps getting pushed to absurd new heights.
Don’t forget about Belkin’s Memorial Day Sale, which features savings on a bunch of excellent Apple accessories, including one of the few multichargers that offers fast charging for Apple Watch.
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