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Gamepad · Bluetooth
Xbox Wireless Controller
Official Xbox Series X|S Bluetooth gamepad — pairs with iPhone and iPad for Arcade, App Store, and cloud play (not MFi).
iPhone Compatible Series X|S $59.99
Overview
Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Controller (Series X|S) connects to iPhone and iPad over Bluetooth. Apple lists it as a supported wireless game controller; it is not Apple MFi-certified. Use it with controller-supported App Store games, Apple Arcade, Xbox Cloud Gaming / Game Pass, remote play, and other cloud services. Same console layout as Xbox Series X|S: asymmetric sticks, textured grips, share button, and USB-C charging.
Specs
- Brand
- Xbox
- Model
- Wireless Controller
- Connection
- Bluetooth
- Form factor
- Gamepad
- MFi status
- iPhone compatible (not MFi)
- Typical price
- $59.99
Features
- Bluetooth pairing with iPhone and iPad
- Xbox Series X|S layout
- Hybrid D-pad
- Textured grips
- Share button
- USB-C charging
How to connect
- Press the Xbox button to turn the controller on.
- Hold the Connect button on the top edge until the Xbox button blinks rapidly.
- On iPhone or iPad, open Settings → Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on.
- Tap Xbox Wireless Controller under Other Devices, then Pair.
- Open a controller-supported game, Apple Arcade title, or Xbox cloud / remote play.
Compatibility
iPhone
- iPhone (iOS 13 and later; Bluetooth models)
iPad
- iPad (iPadOS 13 and later)
Cloud & remote play
- Xbox Cloud Gaming
- Xbox Remote Play
- GeForce NOW
- Apple Arcade
