iPod touch A game controller IS coming???

[puffnstuff]

http://www.apple.com/ipodtouch/softwareupdate.html

I am not sure when the hell the site was updated (maybe during wwdc?) never really cared until I saw...

Third-party Game Accessories

Connect fun new game accessories via the iPod touch 30-pin connector and Bluetooth.

Now don't get me wrong I knew this was a possibility but I figured there were going to be major road blocks with the whole hardware must work with a specific app. Seeing that it makes me feel like they figured it out and we will see a controller that works with all games very soon!!!

 

[puffnstuff]

getting closer...

GameBone Pro is one of the world's first iPhone OS 3.0 compatible 8-way D-pad 6 buttons game controller to incorporate a 2000mAh battery, both Bluetooth and Apple's 30-pin dock connector connectivity, built-in speaker and 3.5 audio headphone jack.

The GameBone Pro features :

• Dual connectivity - Connect with Bluetooth wirelessly OR use the 30-pin dock connector cable
• 2000mAh Lithium-ion Battery for additional power for your iPod touch / iPhone*
• LED showing charging state and capacity
• 8-way D-Pad with 6 buttons
• Bluetooth button for pairing and status
• Built-in speakers, mic and 3.5 audio headphone jack
• "Made for iPod" and "Works for iPhone" certification**

Additional, the GameBone Pro will come with a iPod touch / iPhone stand supporting vertical and horizontal positions.

http://www.22moo.com.au/gamebonepro.html

specs are not too shaby but the control sucks I would like a slide out or something like the fake Belkin concept

 

[DHarrisDBS34]

getting closer...



http://www.22moo.com.au/gamebonepro.html

specs are not too shaby but the control sucks I would like a slide out or something like the fake Belkin concept

Is that just an external controller? Who would carry that around for such a small screen. You'd think it would attach itself onto the device and play like a PSP or DS...

 

[puffnstuff]

Is that just an external controller? Who would carry that around for such a small screen. You'd think it would attach itself onto the device and play like a PSP or DS...

I agree but it's better then nothing

 

[MasterNile]

the iControlPad looks much better, and presumably would work with any app made for it, especially if Apple threw actual support behind it.