Testseek.com have collected 56 expert reviews of the Logitech PowerShell Controller + Battery for iPhone 5 / 5s / 5c and the average rating is 52%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Logitech PowerShell Controller + Battery for iPhone 5 / 5s / 5c.
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The editors liked
Compatible games are better with the controller's physical input
The integrated battery means you can keep playing on the go
Rigid design feels far more sturdy than Moga's controller
Sleek design. Built-in battery keeps your phone charged.
The Logitech Powershell feels sturdy
Its buttons are solid and responsive
And an included battery can recharge an iPhone or iPod Touch
Snug fit
Good speaker channeling
Physical controls
The editors didn't like
$100 price tag makes this accessory way too expensive
The mushy D-pad is not great
Elbow-shaped headphone adapter is ridiculous and likely to be lost or forgotten when needed
Apple needs to identify controller-compatible games on the App Store
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Expensive. Not enough controls. Game support is still inconsistent
Too expensive
Doesn't show battery-recharge status clearly
And lacks the analog sticks and extra triggers of competing controllers
Published: 2014-02-10, Author: Dave , review by: makeuseof.com
MakeUseOf recommends: Wait until the next generation of iPhone controllers are released. If you're impatient, the PowerShell will do the job, but it does have some serious drawbacks...
Abstract: With the release of iOS 7, Apple finally recognized the demand for physical gamepads via built-in support through its Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod (MFi) program, which means all game developers and peripheral manufacturers alike can use the same compatibility standards...
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Published: 2014-01-16, Author: Scott , review by: cnet.com
The Logitech Powershell feels sturdy, its buttons are solid and responsive, and an included battery can recharge an iPhone or iPod Touch
Too expensive, doesn't show battery-recharge status clearly, and lacks the analog sticks and extra triggers of competing controllers
Logitech's first stab at an iOS game controller nails design and feel, but lacks flexibility or extra features.
Published: 2013-12-22, Author: Neil , review by: appleinsider.com
Compatible games are better with the controller's physical input, The integrated battery means you can keep playing on the go, Rigid design feels far more sturdy than Moga's controller
$100 price tag makes this accessory way too expensive, The mushy D-pad is not great, Elbow-shaped headphone adapter is ridiculous and likely to be lost or forgotten when needed, Apple needs to identify controller-compatible games on the App Store, Where t
The Logitech Powershell's biggest issue remains its price. At $100, lacking dual joysticks and an additional two shoulder buttons is unacceptable. Throw in the ridiculous headphone elbow adapter, and the product gets even worse. In comparison, we found t...
Published: 2013-12-20, Author: Jordan , review by: 9to5mac.com
Abstract: Following the introduction of Apple's new MFi game controller frameworks at WWDC in June, well-known accessory makers this month have released some of the first Apple-certified, Made for iPhone gaming controllers. Today I'm taking a look at one of those c...
Published: 2013-12-18, Author: Sean , review by: theverge.com
Abstract: Sooner or later, the theory goes, Apple will make its move. The company will flip the proverbial switch that turns the Apple TV into a tiny video game console and mop the floor with Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo...
Published: 2013-12-17, Author: Jeremy , review by: ilounge.com
Technology writers often use "early days" as shorthand to explain how new product categories launch with obvious major issues — problems due to initial developer uncertainty are predictable. Even so, we're hesitant to blame inexperience for the issues we'...
Published: 2013-12-16, Author: Chris , review by: destructoid.com
Abstract: The time has finally come for iOS gaming to shine with those of you who hate touch controls. For years mobile gaming has alienated those who can't stand playing things without tactile feedback, so iOS 7 and various peripheral manufacturers have answered t...