After Apple's introduction of support for gaming controllers with iOS 7, the Logitech Powershell Controller + Battery was one of the first gaming controller accessories available in the market.
console-style game controls on iPhone 5S, iPhone 5, or iPod touch running iOS 7. It also extends the battery back-up with the built-in battery pack and improves the sound experience. We used the device for a few weeks and here's what we think about it.
Logitech Powershell Controller + Battery is made from plastic and is not very heavy at 120gram. However, it does become a bit bulky after sliding in iPhone. Also, at 7.8-inch, it is difficult to carry the Powershell in one's pockets.
It is easy to plug in and use the device with iPhone. You just slide it in and mount it on the lightning connector to attach it. Games that are supported will automatically recognise the connector and enable its controls. It is worth pointing out that not all games are supported. You can check the supported titles on Logitech's website.
Some of the popular games that it supports include Asphalt 8, Dead Trigger, Dead Trigger 2, Ms Pac-Man, Limbo, Cro-Mag Rally and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas among others. The list is increasing as more developers join Apple's MFi (Made for iPhone) programme.
We played the retro Pac-Man game and found using the controller better than the touchscreen. However, the stiff D-Pad is a dampener. Even Asphalt 8 works pretty well with the Powershell and controlling the game with a D-Pad instead of the phone's accelerometer offers the feel of a hand-held console, and a better experience overall.The Powershell houses a 1500mAh battery that can fully charge an iPhone 5 in about an hour and a half. You can also charge the phone while playing games.
At a price of Rs 8,995, we won't recommend this connector. It is too expensive for what it offers. There's limited support for games; the missing analog stick hampers FPS gaming experience and the D-Pad is cumbersome to use. Also, you'll need to carry the headphone adapter and that is another part you'll have to worry about not losing.
console-style game controls on iPhone 5S, iPhone 5, or iPod touch running iOS 7. It also extends the battery back-up with the built-in battery pack and improves the sound experience. We used the device for a few weeks and here's what we think about it.
Logitech Powershell Controller + Battery is made from plastic and is not very heavy at 120gram. However, it does become a bit bulky after sliding in iPhone. Also, at 7.8-inch, it is difficult to carry the Powershell in one's pockets.
It is easy to plug in and use the device with iPhone. You just slide it in and mount it on the lightning connector to attach it. Games that are supported will automatically recognise the connector and enable its controls. It is worth pointing out that not all games are supported. You can check the supported titles on Logitech's website.
Some of the popular games that it supports include Asphalt 8, Dead Trigger, Dead Trigger 2, Ms Pac-Man, Limbo, Cro-Mag Rally and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas among others. The list is increasing as more developers join Apple's MFi (Made for iPhone) programme.
We played the retro Pac-Man game and found using the controller better than the touchscreen. However, the stiff D-Pad is a dampener. Even Asphalt 8 works pretty well with the Powershell and controlling the game with a D-Pad instead of the phone's accelerometer offers the feel of a hand-held console, and a better experience overall.The Powershell houses a 1500mAh battery that can fully charge an iPhone 5 in about an hour and a half. You can also charge the phone while playing games.
At a price of Rs 8,995, we won't recommend this connector. It is too expensive for what it offers. There's limited support for games; the missing analog stick hampers FPS gaming experience and the D-Pad is cumbersome to use. Also, you'll need to carry the headphone adapter and that is another part you'll have to worry about not losing.
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