Michal Ždanský At WWDC 2013, Apple relatively quietly announced support for game controllers for iOS and the related framework that standardizes communication between games and hardware. We have previously found that companies Logitech and Moga are working on the controllers and we expected a launch around the time of iOS 7 release.
Logitech and a lesser known company Clam Case, which until now has only focused on making keyboard cases for the iPad, should release their first game controllers for iOS 7 quite soon, as they showed a small teaser in the form of an image and a video on their website and social networks. Logitech did not show the device directly, the image only suggests that it is preparing a game controller that can be attached to an iPhone (perhaps even an iPod touch) and thus turn it into a portable game console resembling PlayStation Vita.
ClamCase showed a render of the upcoming controller on its video GameCase. An iOS device can be inserted into it anyway. According to the video, the GameCase is customized for the iPad mini and the whole concept is a bit like a gaming tablet Razer Edge. It is possible that the controller will be universal and, thanks to interchangeable parts, it can also be used for a large iPad or iPod touch. The set of buttons and sticks is standard for console controllers - two analog sticks, four main buttons, a directional pad and four side buttons for index fingers.
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The MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod) program for game controllers also includes standardized controller types that manufacturers must adhere to, ensuring consistent placement of controls. There will be four types in total. First of all, it is a division into two concepts. One of them works as a cover, see just now GameCase, the second of which is then a classic console game controller connected via Bluetooth. Another division concerns the layout of the control elements. The standard layout includes a D-Pad, four main buttons and two side buttons plus a pause button. The expanded layout adds two analog sticks and two more side buttons.
I think that game consoles like the PSP and the like have already rung their bells...
I don't know if that makes a difference with the current battery life. Certainly not for me.
You say it as if current consoles offer more endurance
I didn't have any such console in my hand, I don't know how long they last. But I know the iphone can't take much. For me personally, it's completely unnecessary to make an xbox out of a mobile phone :). But a matter of opinion…