Android GamePad
Template:Unreviewed Smartphone GamePad
The Samsung Android GamePad' is an gamepad produced by Samsung Electronics. Recently unveiled for the European Market, the device serves as a companion for all Samsung Galaxy smartphones which run Android OS 4.1. It is more optimized for Samsung devices with Android 4.3. The gamepad was first introduced in Seoul, Korea and was said to provide consumers with a "fun, convenient, and advanced gaming experience anytime, anywhere."[1]
This GamePad is not yet available in other countries, but will be available in coming weeks.[1]
History
Development
The development of the smartphone gamepad began in concurrence with Apple Inc. Apple allowed third-party gamepads with their implementation of iOS 7. Setting itself apart from the competition, Samsung's device uses Bluetooth connection to link with a smartphone. Android 4.3 Galaxy phones have extended features including NFC connect support.[2]
Games
The Mobile console app allows users to use supported games. Some of these games include Need For Speed Most Wanted, Asphalt8 Airborne, Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour, Virtua Tennis Challenge, Prince of Persia: The Shadow and the Flame, and 35 more games to launch in 2014.[3]
Further Use
The Smartphone GamePad is not just limited to small screen play. If you are interested in using a larger screen with your gaming, the GamePad allows you to do so through several different methods. Your mobile device can be connect directly to your HDTV by an HDMI cable. In addition to that, your phone can be connected wirelessly through AllShare screen mirroring. Lastly, the device can be connected through Samsung's Smart Dock.[3]
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Android OS 4.1 more (Optimized for Samsung devices with Android 4.3 more) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® v3.0, NFC(Samsung devices with Android 4.3 more)
3.0 class 2, HID |
| Control Keys | D-Pad (8 way)
2 Analog Sticks - 4 Action buttons and 2 Trigger buttons - Select button and Start button - PLAY button (Samsung devices with Android 4.3 more) |
| Dimension | 137.78 x 86.47 x 31.80mm, 195g |
| Battery | Rechargeable 160mA |
| Color | Black |
References
- ^ a b Samsung (17 December 2013). "Samsung Enhances Consumer Entertainment Experience with Smartphone GamePad and Mobile Console Application". Retrieved 17 December 2013.
- ^ Russell, John (16 December 2013). "Nextweb". Retrieved 17 December 2013.
- ^ a b Conley, William (16 December 2013). "Slashgear". Retrieved 17 December 2013.
- Conley, William (16 December 2013). "Slashgear". Retrieved 17 December 2013.*
- Russell, John (16 December 2013). "Nextweb". Retrieved 17 December 2013.*
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