News Summary

Backbone has introduced the Backbone Pro controller, enhancing mobile gaming for iOS and Android users. The new controller features full-size joysticks, re-mappable buttons, and Bluetooth compatibility, enabling it to function wirelessly, a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Backbone One. This makes it particularly advantageous when using cloud gaming services like Xbox Game Pass, allowing seamless transitions between devices. Backbone’s founder, Maneet Khaira, aims to simplify gaming, drawing parallels to the ease of use associated with AirPods. The company has garnered attention with celebrity investors such as Ashton Kutcher and The Weeknd, and gaming industry insiders like Discord founder Jason Citron. Despite the $169.99 price tag, which rivals a refurbished Nintendo Switch Lite, the Backbone Pro’s ergonomic design and cross-device functionality position it as a top choice for dedicated mobile gamers.