Android GamePad

The Samsung Android GamePad is a gamepad produced by Samsung Electronics. Which released later for the European Market, the device serves as a companion for Samsung Galaxy smartphones running on Android OS 4.1, and is optimized for Samsung devices running on Android 4.3. The gamepad was first introduced in Seoul, Korea and was said to provide consumers with a "fun, convenient, and advanced gaming experience anytime, anywhere."[1]

History

Development

Samsung's development of the GamePad began at the same time that Apple Inc. began allowing third-party gamepads with the implementation of iOS 7. Setting itself apart from the competition, Samsung's device uses Bluetooth connection to link with a smartphone. Android 4.3 Galaxy phones have extended features including NFC connect support.[2]

Games

The Mobile console app allows users to use supported games, including Need For Speed Most Wanted, Asphalt 8 Airborne, Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour, Virtua Tennis Challenge, Prince of Persia: The Shadow and the Flame, and others.[3]


Further Use

The GamePad also allows players to use a larger screen for mobile gaming. A mobile device can be connect directly to an HDTV by an HDMI cable. In addition to that, a phone can be connected wirelessly through AllShare screen mirroring. Lastly, the device can be connected through Samsung's Smart Dock.[3]

Specifications
Product Specifications
CompatibilityAndroid OS 4.1 more (Optimized for Samsung devices with Android 4.3 more)
ConnectivityBluetooth® v3.0, NFC (Samsung devices with Android 4.3 more)

3.0 class 2, HID

Control Keys
  • D-Pad (8 way)
  • 2 Analog Sticks
  • 4 action buttons and 2 trigger buttons
  • Select button and Start button
  • PLAY button (Samsung devices with Android 4.3)
Dimension137.78 x 86.47 x 31.80 mm, 195 g
BatteryRechargeable 160mA
ColorBlack

References
  1. Samsung (17 December 2013). "Samsung Enhances Consumer Entertainment Experience with Smartphone GamePad and Mobile Console Application". Archived from the original on 17 December 2013. Retrieved 17 December 2013.
  2. Russell, John (16 December 2013). "Nextweb". Retrieved 17 December 2013.
  3. Conley, William (16 December 2013). "Slashgear". Retrieved 17 December 2013.
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