An application was released recently that allows you to connect your PS3 controller(s) (up to four!) to your Android via Bluetooth. It's quite nice for emulators because it gives you more buttons than a Wiimote. NO ROOT, NO PAIRING. Enable supported devices to use wired PS3 DualShock 3/Sixaxis Controller natively. All you need is an Android device with USB-Host support, and connection cable (USB-OTG cable is needed for device with no built-in USB Host port). You can avoid the need of rooting, and skip the hassle of pairing the controller when switching between devices. Go back your Android Device and open Six Axis Controller app Click on Options, Goto Preference, Gamepad Settings and Tick “Enable Native Gamepad” Press the PS button and watch the magic! Your PlayStation 3 Controller gets paired with your Android device wirelessly! No more wired troubles. PS3 pairing tool. Connect PS3 to 8BitDo retro receivers. Windows Download Win 7 above. MacOS Download macOS 10.10 above.
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Nvidia’s new Shield TV is one of our favorite new devices in recent memory, mainly due to its extensive capabilities as a set-top box. The main focus of the Shield, though, is gaming. Using GeForce Now and game streaming, the Shield TV is a force to be reckoned with for gaming, and it seems to only get better and better. Now, some Shield users have discovered how to pair Sony’s PlayStation controller with the Shield…
The Shield TV now includes a gaming controller out of the box, and as we mentioned in our review, it’s a fantastic controller. However, some users may prefer those from the consoles they’ve come to know and love. Personally, I’ve always had a sweet spot for Sony’s DualShock 3 controller from the PlayStation 3, and now it’s easy to pair it to the Shield.
As first discovered by a handful of users on Reddit, both the DualShock 3 and the DualShock 4 work with the Shield, as does Microsoft’s new Xbox One S controller. Right now, it seems these controllers will only pair to any Nvidia Shield variant, but not to any Android TV device. It’s possible this is something that was enabled by Android Nougat, but it’s more likely that Nvidia has built this into the system in recent updates.
The pairing process for each DualShock controller varies, so here are instructions for each:
DualShock 3
- Connect your controller via USB to the Shield
- Navigate to the settings menu and scroll to the ‘Accessories’ section
- Ensure your controller is listed
- Disconnect the USB cable, your controller should now be paired over Bluetooth
DualShock 4
- Place your controller into pairing mode by holding the PS button and share button until the light starts blinking
- Navigate to the settings menu and scroll to ‘Add accessory’
- The Shield will search for the controller over Bluetooth
- Pair the controller
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Did you know you can use a PS3 DualShock® 3, PS4 DualShock® 4 or PlayStation® Move controller on your Android box or phone. Gaming on Android boxes is a much more pleasant experience nowadays, especially considering the price of devices that have 3 to 4 gigabytes of RAM and powerful multi-core processors clocking up to 1.8 GHz! These new chipsets put previous generations to shame when it comes to raw performance for gaming.
I love the PS3 and PS4 DualShock® controllers for their durability, comfort and tactical layout.
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Connecting your PlayStation® controller to your Android box, phone or tablet is actually quite simple, just make sure your Android device has bluetooth capability and follow the steps below. If your device doesn’t have bluetooth you can still use it with your Android TV box, scroll down for instructions.
Connecting a PS4 Controller to your Android box, Phone or Tablet
PS4 controllers can connect natively to most devices with bluetooth, without having to install any 3rd party apps:
- Press and hold the PS and Share buttons at the same time until the lights begin flashing.
- Open the Settings app on your Android device (All Apps > Settings on your Android box)
- Click on Bluetooth under Wireless & Networks or Device Connections depending on your device
- If bluetooth is not turned on, enable it and wait for it to scan for devices
- In the list of found devices click on Wireless Controller
- A box will pop up to verify your choice, click Pair or Confirm
All done, exit back to the home screen and start playing your favorite games with your PS4 controller.
To make your life easier I suggest you install Bluetooth Auto Connect to avoid issues syncing your controller.
Connecting a PS3 Controller to your Android box, Phone or Tablet
Pairing a PS3 controller is slightly more involved since it uses a proprietary version of the bluetooth protocol. To get around this you just install an app which allows you to clone the bluetooth address of your Android device to the PS3 Sixaxis or DualShock controller. Here’s the process:
1. Install the Sixaxis Controller app: Sixaxis Controller
2. Connect your PS3 controller via USB cable
3. Open Sixaxis Controller and click on Pair Controller button and then click Pair (You only have to do this once)
4. You should see “Master address updated” on the right side of the screen. If you see a failed message that means your bluetooth chip is not compatible.
5. Press the Start button in Sixaxis Controller. If successful you will see:
Successfully configured bluetooth
Listening for controllers…
6. Disconnect the USB cable and press the PS button in the middle of the controller. When the lights go from blinking to a single solid light you will see the message:
Client 1 connected [Battery status: Charging]
Client 1 battery status: High
To add more PS3 controllers just press the PS button. Next time you want to connect your controller(s) just open Sixaxis Controller and press Start then power your on controller(s).
Congrats, you did it! Enjoy your awesome PlayStation® controller on Android!
Sixaxis Controller App Compatibility
PlayStation 3:
Sixaxis Controller
DualShock® 3 Wireless Controller
PlayStation® Move Navigation Controller
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PlayStation 4:
DualShock® 4 Wireless Controller
Setting your controller up with a wired USB connection
Pairing Ps3 Controller To Android
If your Android TV box doesn’t have bluetooth support you can still use your PS3 or PS4 controller wired via USB cable by installing the Sixaxis Enabler app. The app currently costs $2.99 but it’s well worth it if you want to game in style on your Android TV box.
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