Backbone One USB-C mobile gaming controllers return to Black Friday pricing from $69 today (30% off)

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As part of the latest Target Deals of the Day, the retailer has brought back the Black Friday pricing on the popular Backbone One mobile gaming controllers at 30% off (also at Amazon). You’ll need to be a Target Circle member to take advantage of its deals, but you can sign up for free right here. Today’s offers also include Play-Doh and Kinetic sand slime sets, Fujfilm Instax Mini Cameras, and a host of apparel deals at up to 40% off. Everything awaits on this landing page and we will take a closer look below. 

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Backbone debuts 2nd Gen iPhone Lightning controller grip with magnetic adapters, new D-pad, more

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Backbone is rounding out its iPhone gaming controller grips today by refreshing the Lightning side of its lineup. We first saw the USB-C version get some love last fall, and now those with an iPhone 14 or older can enjoy the same improvements.

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Backbone just unveiled its new must-see golden translucent Death Stranding edition iPhone controller

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Following the announcement of Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding landing on iPhone and Mac later this month, Backbone has now officially unveiled its new Backbone One Death Stranding Limited Edition Controller. The brand debuted the second-generation version of its popular USB-C iPhone 15/Android controller back in November (shortly before we went hands-on), but it has now teamed up with Kojima Productions to reveal its sweet new golden translucent special edition model. Check it out below. 

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Hands-on: Backbone One USB-C controller grip is a perfect gaming accessory for iPhone 15

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Backbone just sent me one of its new USB-C gamepads for iPhone 15 to check out, and it happened to arrive the same week that LEGO Fortnite launched. In what has to be the perfect opportunity to try out the new gaming accessory, I’ve been trying out the new release and have to say I’m finally sold on controller grips – especially ones as good as the Backbone One.

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Backbone’s new 2nd gen USB-C iPhone 15/Android controller officially launches today

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Backbone’s new 2nd gen USB-C iPhone 15/Android controller officially launches today. The Backbone One was already considered by many to be one of, if not, the best mobile controller options out there, and the latest updated version is launching today. Ready to take your USB-C iPhone 15 or Android gaming experience to new heights, the latest version of the Backbone with a couple of key enhancements is launching today at Amazon and other retailers. Today’s new releases also come along with a new Backbone One Carrying Case to neatly and safely store your on-the-go gaming setup while out and about. Head below for more details on the new 2nd Gen USB-C iPhone and Android Backbone One controller and the new accessory.

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You can now enjoy PlayStation games on Android with this new Backbone controller

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Update 5/24: Pre-orders are now live on the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition Android gaming controller at $99.99 via Amazon 

Update: Be sure to head over to 9to5Google for a deeper breakdown of what to expect from the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition for Android. 

A new PlayStation Android controller has arrived from Sony and Backbone. The original Xbox Android Backbone is lauded by many as one of the best mobile gaming controllers ever since its initial release. After that, the development team collaborated with Sony to create the PlayStation Edition – essentially the first official iPhone controller for PlayStation – and now it’s time for the Android side of things. Taking to the official PlayStation Blog today, Sony is “excited to now offer” the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition for Android, available for purchase at $99.99. Be sure to head below for a closer look and more details. 

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New Backbone One PlayStation iPhone controller, play PS4/PS5 games anywhere

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Today we are taking a look at the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition. The original Backbone One is widely considered to be one of, if not, the best mobile gaming controller for iPhone, but the company has now teamed up with Sony to unveil what is essentially the first official iPhone controller for PlayStation. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition. 

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