Backbone Launches Xbox-themed Mobile Controller, Includes Dashboard Button and Comes in Translucent Green
The Backbone One is back and with some Xbox touches that make it a unique version of the critically acclaimed mobile controller. It's available now for $109.99.
Backbone has just released an Xbox version of the Backbone One, its crtically acclaimed mobile controller. This model sports a translucent green that's reminiscent of the old Xbox controllers, but it also has a dedicated Xbox home button that will automatically boot up the Xbox app on your phone. This adds a level of convenience for those who frequently play games via the cloud on Xbox Game Pass.
The Backbone One Xbox Edition connects through USB-C, making it compatible with any modern iOS and Android smartphone. Its backing frame collapses, letting you fold it and store it easily when not in use, and it's telescoping so you can slide it out and fit several phone sizes.
You can get the Backbone One Xbox Edition directly from Backbone or at Best Buy for $109.99. It also comes with a free one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for new members.
In our initial Backbone One review for iPhones back in 2021, author Matthew Adler concluded, "The Backbone One’s unique expanding controller connects directly to your iPhone for a low-latency gaming experience that feels great to use... The tight integration between hardware and software makes it feel like a real platform, and one that will only continue to evolve through updates as time goes on."
