A Better “Steam Deck” for just $70!?!

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I got something that transforms my phone into a gaming console, and not only that, the experience I get gaming on this thing is BETTER than a "Steam Deck" in many ways. WHAT VOODOO IS THIS!? It's the Gamesir X2 PRO, and it has some VERY cool tricks up its sleeve. Not only does it play android games with full controller support AND touchscreen mapping support, and not only does it work for retro games in your favourite frontend like DIG or Daijisho and your favourite emulators like Dolphin or Retroarch, it also gives you a full STEAM DECK experience using Steam Link, in glorious ULTRAWIDE resolution!
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@patrickriarchy6054 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad that the Game Boy grew up to be a respectable Game Sir.

@l_burn Жыл бұрын

I don't know about this one, but GameSir controllers were recommended to me by a DIY emulator console kit I bought. I tried a couple and they were actually quite good for a very low price compared to other after market controllers, I can't remember the model I bought but it was their Dualshock 4 knockoff. They worked great. I bought my youngest the M4 mini for his tablet and Switch gaming and I've been really impressed by how well it works and how good it feels - even in larger hands.

@CharlieWestGaming Жыл бұрын

Picked up the Gamesir X2 Pro over the holidays and love it. Works great with my Samsung S22 Ultra and S10+. Use it mostly with gamepads, steamlink, and emulation.

@OVERSKULL87 Жыл бұрын

I did exactly this with a Standard Gamesir X2 and my old BlackShark 2. Emulating all the way up to Ps2 has been a blast and streaming is great too. Nothing comes close unless you pay up for a Steam Deck.

@ll_spud Жыл бұрын

Didnt know I needed this until now. You sold me on this. Cant wait to try it

@FloatingSunfish Жыл бұрын

My, what a rabbit hole this video led me down to. This is definitely a much better investment than a handheld console since I can easily "upgrade" my hardware whenever I need to. Phones and tablets are definitely the future of handheld consoles.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Totally!

@brz757 Жыл бұрын

I had one of those for my iPhone, loved it but the no analog triggers sucked so I returned them. I've got a backbone but I liked the feel of that one better. Nice that the new one comes with analog triggers

@derekcurtis818 Жыл бұрын

I may look into this as well I have a backbone as well

@eduardo.calistenia 8 ай бұрын

The X2 Pro has the analog triggers, but I don't know if there's an iOS version for it (though if you have an iPhone 15 it will probably work now since it's USB-C).

@sykrss9534 10 ай бұрын

I use this for remote play or game pass when traveling and it’s great, I run it on mobile data while traveling in rural areas and it runs flawless

@topdamagewizard Жыл бұрын

Point of information. Tencent (COD mobile devs) have patched out this type of controller pass through. You can still play it with a controller but it must be blue tooth. Which I get it. They dont want me running over touch screen people with this thing, but its still sad. :(

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Dang. That's a shame. It worked so good!

@rodrigomendes3327 Жыл бұрын

I need to know if Steam Link works fine with X2, not Pro version. I heard X2 isnt a Xinput controller, so maybe some buttons or even the controller didn't work properly with Steamlink or Parsec.

@tomoprime217 Жыл бұрын

I just got mine. How do you deal with the short grips? I find it uncomfortable to hold when using the right analog stick. I really wish the gamevice flex was back in stock. 😢 I got a good price on the Gamesir X2 Pro $64 but I honestly would have paid more for a thicker controller. I have med sized hands. Regular? I think its because the analog stick is directly under the 4 buttons. I cant seem to get a good hold with my heavy phone in there. Its a 23 Ultra. Anyone figure this out?

@thecircusb0y1 Жыл бұрын

I tried this, actually with a gamesir controller and a phone mount, and it works well for mobile gaming. But for some reason, it didn’t hold at all as strong as using my steamdeck.

@mr.n476 Жыл бұрын

i owned a shit ton of third party controllers to game on my phone, including the gamesir x2 pro. my xbox series x controller with an 8bitdo phone clip attached basically beats them all

@BlindingWulf Жыл бұрын

Your video was awesome! I really enjoyed it and found it very engaging. Keep up the great work on your channel and I hope it continues to grow and succeed!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Aw thanks for saying so!

@jasonmatos2896 Жыл бұрын

I tried for hours to get call of duty mobile to work with this controller and I just can't figure it out . Please help ??

@KyIeMcCIeIIan Жыл бұрын

I took a nail file(salon board) to my X2 and lowered the rubber around the USB C port, bought the thinnest case I could, and filed the bottom of it as well so that I could use my phone in its case on the Gamesir.

@joelferguson625 Жыл бұрын

I've been using the same cellphone for about 2 years or more. After I replace my phone this sounds like a good accessory.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Amazing use for an old phone!

@aaronhartmann7658 Жыл бұрын

Does it work with a phone case on? I have the original razor, and it sucks having to take off phone case and losing quick charge.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Some cases do work. I have 2 cases, one of them is a little too thick, but the other is thinner and it works fine.

@franklininspace5342 Жыл бұрын

Have you played with adding a dock (for extra USB A connections and HDMI) and using Samsung's Dex mode (so it looks like a desktop). I have a Pixel 5 (which does not allow HDMI out), but seen others do this to connect the phone to a bigger screen (or also make a smaller arcade cabinet.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I've played around with Dex and I love it. I haven't tried it with a dock yet but that's a great idea, I definitely should.

@antoniodelacruz7210 7 ай бұрын

Vtouch won't work on my pixel 4 😢 I need a PC to download something I've tried the wireless connection but it still won't connect only hid mode works 😔

@I4get42 Жыл бұрын

Good morning! I hope today is a good one for you. Very nifty video/product. I've got an Xbox branded kishi v1 and it is a bit cheaper but doesn't seem nearly as nice as this (no screen mapper, and more flimsy). I thought I would use it more, but it was more like a gateway to wanting a handheld. I think the big limiter for me was that I didn't want to risk messing up my primary phone, and it doesn't have a micro-sd card slot, so I didn't want to fill it up with games. I'm one of those wackos who got, and loves, the Logitech Cloud. It isn't NEARLY as powerful as my S21, but the screen and controls are a delight. And it has worked great for all of the games I've wanted to play so far.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I think the Cloud is a GREAT device. I would have bought one if it was just a little bit cheaper. Yeah it's not as powerful as other handhelds, but in terms of the screen and controls and ergonomics it's top notch.

@anothorestes 11 ай бұрын

I bought an x2 pro recently and am so impressed! I'm mostly interested in ps2 emulation (I like my miyoo mini plus for everything less intensive) but the game pass ultimate is such a cool novelty. The app is sketchy though. Why does a controller app need GPS access? Luckily you can reject permissions a few times and there's a 'skip' option

@TechDweeb 11 ай бұрын

Yeah who knows about the sketchy app. I assume if there were any red flags we'd have heard about them. Gamesir wants to sell products, I don't think it'd be worth it for them to get scammy with their app. But you can totally use it without the app, it works fine, the app is just for using their version of a screen mapper, and there are other 3rd party tools for that that work with this controller AFIK.

@King_Midas Жыл бұрын

I used to use a Razer Kishi and really liked it Unfortunately the original Kishi doesn't fit on my RedMagic 7. So for now I use a phone stand and an Xbox controller. I do have a KT-R1 ordered though! Thanks for the video.

@siddharthnabi3441 5 ай бұрын

can u explain how u did the part 11:28 retro gaming i want to trun my mobile into retro gaming console what app did u use

@TechDweeb 5 ай бұрын

That app is Dig. This video explains how I set it up: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m9ylh9hmy9SonKc.html

@symuzahadev1422 Жыл бұрын

If you leave the X2 Pro connected, it drains the battery like crazy. 25-30% overnight. There are multiple reports of this behaviour online but none of the youtube reviews meintion it. Has anyone found a way to address this issue? Or is there a way to put the x2 pro on standby, while connected to the phone? Sadly it makes it difficult to turn a device into a dedicated gaming console indefinitely 😢

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Interesting. I wonder if his anything you can do with the app permissions, maybe suspend it when not in use or something

@symuzahadev1422 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb that is the thought process I had too, so I completely removed their app and found that it continued to do the same, as long as the controller was connected. Additionally, I couldn't find any core apps that I could turn off to disable the usb power throughput to the controller... It's like the controller keeps draining the battery in an effort to keep itself ready to go all the time, instead of going in standby or something after not being used for a certain period of time.

@Darknfrog Жыл бұрын

I just have the regular X2. But it's all the way across the room. Can I do the same things with it or do I have to get up and find out for myself lol?

@rambledogs2012 Жыл бұрын

It's just a controller nothing else. If your phone can do it then all good.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Yeah same stuff. I think the main difference between the x2 and the pro is the quality of the controls, and also they added passthrough charging.

@mitjakarba2348 15 сағат бұрын

how it is working if you are not at home and you are connected let say on wifi in a store or somewhere else ?

@peterkefalos7430 Жыл бұрын

I use a backbone with my iPhone to do things like emulation Xbox cloud and Ps remote play. Since I I bought that thing I’ve been doing more aint just on my phone than any of my consoles. It’s the convenience that makes it great for me

@saschapurner9579 Жыл бұрын

You grow on very good. Love to see people like me with that imense good quality work skills. I am not so good at komplex workloads to share my experience. That is not a direct problem for me, but i think something what i have to talk about computer stuff is interessting for nerds like us here.^^ So i spam the comment sections and share my opinion with others. :-D I hope you stay healthy and you have fun with producing your insane content.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks buddy :)

@ryancox4689 Жыл бұрын

Would you mind sharing the brand and model of the phone featured in this video?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Samsung S10+

@miguelalexandre7499 Жыл бұрын

I have the regular x2, i dont think the analogs are that great but using it to play games from the MS xcloud is really awesome, nice vid

@diluqait Жыл бұрын

i got rid of my x2 for that purpose damn what an awful deadzone

@miguelalexandre7499 Жыл бұрын

@@diluqait yeah mate, im just talking to a buddy that is visiting the US so maybe he can bring me a Gamevice Flex when he is back.. it looks to be the best one out there

@neotronik2 Жыл бұрын

What if you have a thick phone? Will it fit?

@Edp-jf8zn 5 ай бұрын

can i emulate old games?

@ezeepeezy Жыл бұрын

Looks awesome, this may be a bad question, but is there a version of the controller for Apple or only Android?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

There is a non-pro version that works with Apple devices.

@kevindrinkwine420 Жыл бұрын

Love your content. I do feel that you are sleeping on getting a steamdeck. The track pads, sound stage, and overall comfort of the handheld makes for a great gaming experience. I hope to see "I was wrong about the steam deck" video from you in the future 😅

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I hope to see that too :)

@CyberClu Жыл бұрын

I was about to say something similar. The button and thumbsticks layout of the Steam Deck may look weird, but they are super comfortable and premium, compared to the Switch type layout, which tend to cramp hands after awhile. And the Deck also has gryo abilities. Not sure if the Gamesir X2 Pro has that. And with the Vibrant Deck mod to increase saturation, it gives it an Oled type experience.

@kratos2105 Жыл бұрын

In order to appreciate the deck you must first own it, I’ve been playing this thing more than my PS5 due to how comfortable and well rounded it is.

@GreenLeefMusic Жыл бұрын

@@CyberClu @CyberClu Gamesir X2 Pro does not have Gyro. But that may be possible via the phone itself. I own this controller & a Steam Deck and hands down the Steam Deck is a much better experience, even without having my 1440P OLED phone screen. The X2 Pro is more comfortable than a Switch but not more comfortable than a Steam Deck. It is just more cramped in general and missing all of those QOL features, plus cloud gaming is not for everyone.

@luckyKon Жыл бұрын

It's so amazing how you fan boys missed the point of the video. This unit is $70 vs $400 and it's comparable in experience. Some of us can't go out and buy yet another console, nor do we want to.

@clausjahnel5379 Жыл бұрын

I bought the Gamesir X2 Type C and loved it a lot. Worked as described. Then the Android was updated and ever since the thing is dead. Just doesn't work anymore. And this is not only about my specific unit. A proper company would solve that with an update, but not Gamesir... or maybe they did, but to see if, you would have to install their app, where you can tell all of your personal communication details to the Chinese governmemt directly. Their devices are great, I still miss that thing. But never would I buy another one.

@dominicstocker5144 11 ай бұрын

It’s a shame that most mobile games aren’t developed with the idea in mind that phones can become a fully fledged console once you connect a controller to them!

@roqeyt3566 Жыл бұрын

I'd recommend the kishi over this, if not just for the price But using your phone for gaming, grabbing a gamepass subscription to get access to PC games, it's actually a lovely deal! Even with my unhealthy love for the steam deck, I have 0 issues recommending a phone controller and game pass for those that don't have hundreds of looneys to spend on hardware and games.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I didn't even touch on Game Pass in this video (because I can't, because my rural internet sucks), but that's a great point!

@tomisfy 7 ай бұрын

To anyone reading this, avoid the kishi and the backbone. Gamesir X2 Pro or Gamesir G8 Galileo are still probably your best choices. Why? They use sticks that are closer to an actual controller than the joycon like sticks that the backbone and kishi use. The G8 Galileo blows both out of the water in ergonomics, buttons, and sticks (except the d-pad) and has better pricing (unless you find them on sale)

@Cyko.. Жыл бұрын

I use a Backbone with an old iPhone I have and it is so freaking awesome! Doesn't wiggle or anything, it's nice and sturdy, analog triggers work perfectly in games like Forza Horizon, and works great in other games too. I still prefer the Steam Deck more though... 😂

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I've heard good things about the Backbone!

@1hit40 Жыл бұрын

Qual é o celular que você usou?

@cocobos Жыл бұрын

I'm very comfortable with the on screen touch button now and not carrying the attachable controller as long as they are responsive. The remote play app from Sony is not one of them though. Very bad touch implementation and needed the physical controller.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Interesting. I've not had a chance to try the Sony streaming yet.

@harissonbond7499 7 ай бұрын

It's all fun and games until you get a call or a pop up notification

@TechDweeb 7 ай бұрын

Haha true true

@thingsarepossible Жыл бұрын

May i know, what launcher do you use on your phone?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Nova Launcher for android, Dig for retro games.

@LogosGaming Жыл бұрын

the control has some short comings to be honest mine i mean in terms of button size and all, and the big elephant in the room when you use ABXY the thumbstick interferes

@khandagod 8 ай бұрын

does it fit a galaxy s22 ultra?

@dominicstocker5144 11 ай бұрын

I actually like the full size controller with phone clip form factor a lot! (Probably because I like to play mobile shooters while standing to get an infinite range of motion for gyro aiming)

@DTPr0ductions Жыл бұрын

Just out of sheer curiosity: Do you do Twitch at all TechDweeb? :D

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Not yet 🤔

@raniajudavar 3 ай бұрын

does this work on iphone 15?

@jasonmatos2896 Жыл бұрын

How do you get dev access on the gamesir app and Vtouch mode ?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I can't remember to be honest, and it's already set up now so I can't redo the setup. But there are some instructions that come up. I think it gives you 3 options. Believe the first option is the one you want (not with a PC or another usb device). I recall something about having to enable dev access, setup permissions, and then making sure the app has 'display over top of other apps' permission, something about needing a code from a notification. Sorry I can't remember more than that, but it's all in the instructions. Just follow them carefully step by step.

@jasonmatos2896 Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend keep up the great videos..

@snowdog03 Жыл бұрын

@Jason Matos A quick Google search told me how.

@mattparker9726 Жыл бұрын

9:22 can you stream the batocera Hdd games though?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Probably not, but you could stream Retrobat HDD games.

@lesterparedes8358 Жыл бұрын

What was that pixel art game you were playing for a few seconds? You were running back and forth behind a barrier blowing stuff up. It looked cool!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

In my other video? That's called Botvice. AWESOME game!

@lesterparedes8358 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Thanks! I'm gonna check it out

@docta3676 Жыл бұрын

I might get the x2 controller. I have a kishiV2 which is my favorite for dpad, i think the sticks need a bit more travel but for under £20 i kinda prefer my BSP-D3 controller overall. it connects native to xbox or ps4 controller only android games via BT< not noticed delay, with better sticks...The triggers are a bit clicky and the dpad is a bit of a let down n overall cheap feel

@peejae082004 Жыл бұрын

I recently got interested in the Steam Deck because of the Diablo IV release. Have you ever tried playing any Diablo like game using a setup like this? If it works well using this setup I might hold out on the Steam Deck and buy one of these controllers instead and save money.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I can't see why it wouldn't work, as long as the game supports controllers on PC you should be fine to stream it to your phone and get the same experience.

@topdamagewizard Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb I would totally crush D2 remastered on this thing. BUT the problem is that Steam link (I have to old hardware link box) is wonky sometimes. And not everything wants to work remotely. This is probably not by accident and if its not Valve is in obviously no rush to fix this.

@Niborino9409 Жыл бұрын

I use an 8bitdo Lite controller (the one with 2 d-pads) as a backup that I try and keep on me often. So I can play my retro games and Symphony of the Night and Dead Cells on Android without touch controls. I just can't with touch controls. Not the same precision as I get from years of using controllers.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I'm with ya. 99% of the time touch controls suck.

@abcdoooabcd 11 ай бұрын

Can i stream without internet ( local wifi only ) ?

@TechDweeb 11 ай бұрын

Yup!

@ar1tro Жыл бұрын

Which app icons you are using on your phone?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Desaturate icon pack (get it from the play store, free)

@ar1tro Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Thanks. But I'm on Android 13 right now and it's showing that this app was made for an older version of android.

@hdslave 10 ай бұрын

I tried this and it sucked. Ended up getting a windows handheld and it's really like living in the future

@madmyc6836 Жыл бұрын

Backbone makes a licensed PlayStation one of these. Cool that there are licensed versions of this product for both Microsoft and Xbox configuration. I have always been a PlayStation guy. If I was in the market for one of these I would be super happy to pick one up

@alexleal2634 Жыл бұрын

I love the mom jokes, Great content bro

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Thanks bro 🤓

@CrispiteVA Жыл бұрын

I use my rp3+ for steam link sometimes, sad thing is my internet isnt the best and my pc isnt strong, I have an intel hd 4400 , I will get a deck eventually, I will STILL use the steam link method though as I dont want to damage my deck when going outside

@gbr4732 11 ай бұрын

Can you stream game pass games through steam link?

@TechDweeb 11 ай бұрын

Yes! I was playing Baldur's Gate streamed from my PC yesterday.

@CLONE_IX Жыл бұрын

I have a similar setup and can access my PC also when I am on the go. Not from 5G/4G but when there is WiFi in my hotel or at my families place - I can play my games from afar, no problem. Just need at least 20Mbit upload

@christopherwells7117 Жыл бұрын

hi, i broke my miyoo min and am wondering if i can transfer the games off the miyoo micro sd to my pc and still play from the pc?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Yup! Your save STATES might not work (there's a chance they will, but maybe not), your GAME SAVE files will work (as long as you're using the same emulator core that you used on the Mini).

@christopherwells7117 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb tx next video then show this newbie how its done

@hopeforthebestx Жыл бұрын

Just got mine in, bought it from this video!! Still setting it up but it’s pretty cool so far!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Nice! I've used it a ton since making this vid (I had a COD Mobile obsession for a good week). Great device.

@hopeforthebestx Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb gonna try and run Shadow of the Colossus and I Ninja on this thing. Love your content! Such atmosphere!!!

@shrippie-4214 Жыл бұрын

Why do I feel like someone is trying to sell me something lol

@thesidneychan Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, this also blocks the headphone jack. Unless we're using low latency earbuds, there's gonna be lag. Rhythm games might be impossible.

@imstupidbut Жыл бұрын

people make out bluetooth headphone latency to be a much bigger issue than it actually is. i can’t tell the difference when using my airpod pros or wired earbuds with my steam deck

@rambledogs2012 Жыл бұрын

Bought a few retro handhelds, yet I just didn't find them suitable for my needs. I managed to get an X2 for £40 and utilised my old Pixel 4a and its everything I need for retro gaming. Saved myself a fortune over the steam deck too and for me it's all I require. For those of us looking at not spending a ton, then one of these is ideal. There's a YT vid of someone using a Galaxy Fold with one of these. Looks epic.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Amazing quality of the controls with this thing too, much better than most of the retro handhelds out there even the more expensive ones.

@rambledogs2012 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Yes, I was surprised at the quality of them too. Zero drift and lag.

@moldoveanu8 Жыл бұрын

This is great. Potentially a great addition to the steam deck. I love my steam deck, mostly because I'm not home enough, but even there when I'm too lazy to get up. Steam Deck is the way. However with the deck, you don't get super high refresh rates. I get 90hz on my phone. So I really think streaming to it makes more sense when at home and don't mind physically getting up to turn on the PC

@diluqait Жыл бұрын

i just sold mine, the deadzones in this controller is just awful.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Oh really? I didn't notice that at all. Maybe you had a bad one?

@snowdog03 Жыл бұрын

Did you bother to warn the sucker that bought it from you?.

@amanakeet 11 күн бұрын

Hey, Im the buyer, and I demand a partial refund. You never told me the deadzones are bad, Dillon.

@16bitsorhigher Жыл бұрын

You’re the man! You make the best videos and I’m going to return my Razer Kishi and get a Gamesir 2 Pro! That Tech Dweeb!!!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@16bitsorhigher Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb You’re welcome but thank you for the great content. I ordered a Gamesir 2 Pro last night from Amazon which are on sale. I will let you know how it works out with my Samsung Galaxy 10S plus.

@SmoochyRoo Жыл бұрын

And then there's me, using the deck to stream play games on my s23 using this controller for it

@jeremymitchell5998 Жыл бұрын

And once you get drift chuck entire thing in trash.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I've done that many times with many controllers over the years 🤣

@gebongstoner7595 11 ай бұрын

Got X2 Bluetooth from the time ROG2 until the mobo dead.. Now still using it with RedMagic7 until now. Cant conplaint more. Better than Razer Kishi that cost more. Glad i bought this X2.

@hailahaiela Жыл бұрын

Are the gaming pc and phone on same wifi network?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Yup. 5ghz wifi.

@VickyKumar-fx1ej 2 ай бұрын

How is your mobile doesn't have black bars ?

@socmalig4037 Ай бұрын

Do fps games through steam like have aim assist?

@gamingguru2k6 Жыл бұрын

I have a gamesir. If you shave off the rubber near the male usb c port, then you can use a thin phone case.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Good to know!

@motioz8423 11 ай бұрын

What Is the name of the arcade games?

@TechDweeb 11 ай бұрын

Bot Vice

@topdamagewizard Жыл бұрын

It's better depending on your use case. I just bought one. So I'm not in a position where I need a full stand alone device that can play AAA games with no internet. BUT I do enjoy playing games in bed now and then. Also for when I'm on the road or on a plane. Local Low end games or retro games are perfectly fine to play for a max of a couple of hours. It's the same reason I sold my Switch. It was almost never mobile and just turned into a youtube machine. Looking forward to playing RE4 remake in bed. Lights off. Cozy mode. But if you're never home and want to AAA obviously the Deck is better

@OndrejSvinciak-qr7uc 8 ай бұрын

how do i get dweeb UI on my android , i need to know

@BandoidView Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't try to convince you to get a Steam Deck because everything you're saying about the issue is totally valid. It's not expensive for a device in its class but it's in an expensive device class nonetheless. If you don't have a proper use case for it, then you don't and that's that. You're not missing out on anything -except maybe the gyro. I activate the gyro on a full pull of the left trigger in first person shooters. Then I use it to fine tune my aiming when I'm looking down the sight. I have to admit that I do love that but I'm sure there are gyro equipped PC controllers out there that you can use to do the same thing (right?). Anyway, I do have a question. Is your computer connected to your router via network cable? My issue with these phone controllers has been two-fold. The first is that the lag is just terrible -but it's been a while since I've tried. I wonder if having a hard wired connection at least on one end would actually resolve the issue. The other problem is that I don't want to use one of these controllers with my actual phone because I don't want to be interrupted to use my phone (as a phone) while I'm gaming. That means I'm gaming on one of the old phones I have sitting in a drawer. I imagine the wi-fi signal on those is just not going to cut it.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, the gyro is good. I use that on my PC with the Steam controller actually. I like it a lot for first person games. My network is... complicated. Maybe someday I'll make a video on it. Long story short my computer is 2 routers away (which are connected with a coax-to-ethernet adapter kit), but it's connected physically, and the phone is connected to the steam link via 5ghz wifi. Being interrupted on your phone while gaming is a real thing. That's a plus and downside to this setup - your phone is good, and you already have it, so it's nice to be able to use it to game, but you can game AND use it as a phone at the same time. I actually ran into that issue while making this video, usually I have my script on my phone while I record so that I can read from that (more or less), but this video I needed to use my phone to game on and had to dig out my dusty old tablet to have my script on. Pain in the buns to be without your phone. Using old phones is ideal I think.

@Jamessmith59624 10 ай бұрын

Only reason I got a 405M instead of putting it on my phone,is for when I’m at work with no reception. I can still play the games,with no internet,and not kill my phone battery.

@godwindarf8878 Жыл бұрын

Can my iPhone 5SE can’t handle it ?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

There is an IOS version of the non-pro amzn.to/3Zdmz5S

@godwindarf8878 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb Yes. Thanks a lot

@jayjayhooksch1 Жыл бұрын

Picked one of these up with the intention of just leaving it attached to an old phone to use as a retro handheld. I can only point to a couple minor nitpicks but for some reason i just cant vibe with it. The minor nitpicks are slow charging unless you want to disassemble, cant fit the phone and the controller in the case it came with and a general bulkiness. But those are minor gripes and I imagined myself getting over them. Overall the controller feels like good quality too. Yet for some reason I just cant be bothered to play with it and I want to try a dedicated handheld like RP3+ or Pocket Flip instead.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

That's fair. Sometimes you don't know how you feel about something until you start using it. Sometimes something you don't think you'll like ends up being your favourite, and sometimes something you think you'll love ends up collecting dust.

@topdamagewizard Жыл бұрын

I have an RP3 and I like this better.

@jayjayhooksch1 Жыл бұрын

@@topdamagewizard that's not good news for me then lol I ordered a retroid pocket flip hoping a stand alone device would feel better. Maybe I'm just not a handheld kind of guy. We'll see after my pocket flip arrives.

@pecososenior6211 Жыл бұрын

what's the game at 11:05? thank you

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Shadow of the Tomb Raider (I'm wearing the "Wraithskin" outfit, which is why it looks different than you're used to)

@ritualdelo Жыл бұрын

Do they have a iPhone version of this ?

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

They have an iPhone variation of the non-pro version amzn.to/3KwI9y6

@jonahanthony651 Жыл бұрын

How about the GameVice Flex? That is being slept on very badly. iOS & Android compatible!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

I reached out to the company, if they send me one I'll review it!

@FilthyFish313 Жыл бұрын

But what if I'm on an airplane without an internet connection? That's where the Steam Deck has been excellent for me.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Totally.

@TrentR42 Жыл бұрын

$70, plus the price of a Gaming PC. Deck*is* a PC.

@medspecgaming1363 2 ай бұрын

You can't upgrade your steamdeck hardware.

@SonicCraft 11 ай бұрын

COD Mobile is fun even without a controller, You just need to put in the effort to acclimate to touch controls.

@SonicCraft 11 ай бұрын

also, Zelda wild breath XD

@Inuitman Жыл бұрын

Thats awesome!

@coomehn Жыл бұрын

Only thing I don't like is that I have to take off my phone case to play like this. Good video though!

@SweetAngelAstrea Жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on you homescreen setup. Please

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Good idea! But so you don't have to wait, it's the Nova Launcher with the Desaturate icon pack (both available in the google play store).

@SweetAngelAstrea Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb woah you reply so quickly. Many thanks! Wishing you would upload a video for homescreen setup as well. Very unique!

@SolarNeonFlare 6 ай бұрын

The advantage of this is that, if your PC is strong enough, surpassing a steam deck you're basically golden, you can even connect to a tablet (bigger screen) + a wireless controller. The disadvantage is that this is a HOME ONLY remedy. I am still thinking to get a hand held just for the vibes, Pocket 4/4 Pro looks good along with the RG35XX H. One of them would do, Odin 2 would be just like a steam deck in this instance and besides the extra portability of the Odin 2 if you just wanna use it at home, then the steamlink combo will do better. Or even better, Odin 2 + steamlink xD

@PigsTravels Жыл бұрын

It's 63 usd with a 5% off coupon on Amazon

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Yup. I linked that in my description.

@DarrellBell Жыл бұрын

I have been using this setup for months, and I have been loving my Gamesir x-2 experience with my Note 20 Ultra. It feels like a premium experience until the phone rings and all the notifications start popping in. That is the one major downside of using your phone as a gaming device. It still does phone things. I use my Ambernic double x when i just need to be offline, but that is a $60 experience (which isn't bad), vs. the power of a full-blown Snapdragon processor's ability to play PS2 games locally.

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

That's a good combo I think. Phone/controller for higher end stuff, and a cheapo mini retro handheld for 16 bit stuff.

@ahb12000 Жыл бұрын

Samsung has a feature that silent every calls and notifications. I never get any messages or calls when I am gaming.

@iamvulgar8188 Жыл бұрын

You can put it in "do not disturb" mode when gaming.

@snowdog03 Жыл бұрын

Most of the Amazon reviews roasted that though.

@fgmenth Жыл бұрын

Yo! Sup Dweeeeeeb! YES! I've been waiting for this episode. Thanks dude!

@AlexRubio Жыл бұрын

While this is so good to have AS a Backup! Having the steam deck really is night in day while traveling and also having the ability to just play every console out there is pure, God!

@TechDweeb Жыл бұрын

Oh for sure. I don't travel often but when I do I really miss not having a steam deck.

@he8535 Жыл бұрын

@@TechDweeb gamesir is a purity scummy company they mayed a Nintendo switch emulator by essentially stealing code from an open source project