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For a few euros, the Steelseries Nimbus iOS controller offers an attachment for the iPhone: references, photos and reviews!

Update December 14: change of reference for fixing
which was no longer available, and added reference+. photos of fasteners for sale
at amazon

With the arrival of Apple
TV, Apple has partnered with Steelseries to offer a
wireless controller usable with games on the TV, more
also with aiPhone or iPad. The result is a
handcuffsVery good quality MFi, with charging via cable
Lightning to be perfectly integrated into the iOS ecosystem.

Almost perfect, but when compared to the controller
Ctrli by Mad Catz tested here, it is missing one element: a support
for the iPhone to create a portable console!

Except that there is a small accessory that fits perfectly, and is also strong
inexpensive, which allows you to add this possibility, enough to make it...
perfect.

Here's how to transform the Steelseries Nimbus:

A very mini and inexpensive accessory for the Steelseries Nimbus

This involves obtaining a support sold
on the Aliexpress website(an international supermarket selling Asian)
under a reference that has nothing to do with the Steelseries Nimbus since it
seems intended for an XBox controller.

It is called: “Clip For Xbox One Mijoy Mobile Phone” and costs
astronomical sum of...2,55 euros, shipping included since it
is offered.

However,you don't have to be in a hurry! Do not plan
less than three weeks at least before receiving it...

We tested and ordered. Here are some photos and our feedback.

Note, forthose who are in a hurry, and
Quite similar clip is available on Amazon, also intended for
manette XBox, it is also compatible with the Nimbus. Jérome, one of our
readers ordered it and tested it, it also fits very well (thanks for
the return and the photos!).

Photos (click to enlarge):

Mini test !

To be frank, at this price, we thought we were getting a little piece of plastic
3D printed or cast with a ladle, but not at all. It's a real
accessory:

Consisting of a clamp which inserts the lever and an articulated clamp
spring allowing you to hang the iPhone, no complaints about the
perceived quality or solidity.

The flexible rubber parts intended to accommodate the smartphone are
protected by a plastic film to be removed.

The installation is done by forcing lightly, just like when it comes to
to remove it. But no particular difficulty:

On top, the clamp is articulated and has several inclinations.
The iPhone slides easily and is particularly well held. He doesn't move
more. Tested with an iPhone 7 Plus equipped with a case, no problem it fits
GOOD.

Once in place, it's a whole, a portable game console.

Only one little less practical thing to note, the start button of
the lever is slightly hidden by the clamp, it must be shifted to
reach it more easily. Not serious at all.

And the manufacturer has even provided a small foot to place the whole thing when
rest, or to serve as support:

Conclusion: if you have a Nimbus controller,do not hesitate,
it’s an undeniable plus, but don't paw in front of the box
letters as soon as the order is placed! For those who don't have one and
regretted the lack of iPhone support:the
here is!

And if you don't have an MFi gamepad:
we saw how to DIY one for any iPhone/iPad under 20
euros!

Also not to be missed to enjoy:
Top 35 of the best games compatible with iPhone and iPad MFi controllers (Mad Catz,
Steelseries, etc.)

And don't forgetour accessory tests
Recent iPhone and Watchdont

For iPhone:

Pour l’Apple Watch ;

i-nfo.fr - Official iPhon.fr app

By : Keleops AG

founder of the site. Computer engineer and Internet specialist where he has held various positions of responsibility, Laurent has been passionate about mobility since the arrival of "PDAs" in the 90s. Journalist for 4 years for the magazine Team Palmtops (Posse Presse) and author of several books on the iPad published by Pearson.

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