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DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

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PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 — Bluetooth pairs with iPhone and iPad for App Store and cloud play (not MFi).

iPhone Compatible Jet Black $59.99 4.6★ · 134K ratings

Overview

Sony’s DualShock 4 Wireless Controller connects to iPhone and iPad over Bluetooth. Apple has long listed DualShock 4 among supported PlayStation wireless controllers; it is not Apple MFi-certified. Use it with controller-supported App Store games, Apple Arcade, PS Remote Play, and other cloud services. Micro-USB charging, touchpad, light bar, and the classic DualShock layout. Prefer DualSense if you want the current PS5 pad with USB-C.

Specs

Brand
PlayStation
Model
DualShock 4
Connection
Bluetooth
Form factor
Gamepad
MFi status
iPhone compatible (not MFi)
Typical price
$59.99
Amazon rating
4.6★ · 134K ratings

Features

  • Bluetooth pairing with iPhone and iPad
  • Touchpad
  • Light bar
  • Built-in speaker and headset jack
  • Motion sensors
  • Micro-USB charging

How to connect

  1. Make sure the light bar is off (hold the PS button if it is lit).
  2. Hold the Share button and the PS button until the light bar blinks.
  3. On iPhone or iPad, open Settings → Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on.
  4. Tap DualShock 4 under Other Devices, then Pair.
  5. Open a controller-supported game, Apple Arcade title, or PS Remote Play / cloud gaming.

Compatibility

iPhone

  • iPhone (iOS versions supporting DualShock 4)

iPad

  • iPad (iPadOS versions supporting DualShock 4)

Cloud & remote play

  • PS Remote Play
  • Xbox Cloud Gaming
  • GeForce NOW
  • Apple Arcade

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