- You can connect an Xbox One controller to your iPad to bring your tablet gaming to a new level of enjoyment and competition.
- The process of pairing a controller to your iPad is quick, and will be easy for anyone comfortable pairing other Bluetooth devices.
- If your Xbox One console is nearby, make sure to power it down completely or it will disrupt the attempted iPad pairing.
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An iPad is ideal for many activities – it’s a great medium for sketching, viewing photos or videos, and managing calendars, email, and more.
But when it comes to gaming, tapping on that glass screen isn’t at all the same as the responsive and tactile experience you get with a great controller.
If you want to take your iPad gaming up a notch, you can pair it with a Bluetooth wireless Xbox One controller.
Here’s how to do it.
Check out the products mentioned in this article:
iPad (From $329.99 at Best Buy)
Xbox One controller (From $59.99 at Best Buy)
Xbox One S (From $249.99 at Best Buy)
How to connect an Xbox One controller to your iPad
1. Put the controller in pairing mode by holding the Xbox button and the pair button until the Xbox button begins to flash, indicating pairing mode.
2. Launch the iPad's Settings app, then navigate to the Bluetooth tab.
3. The controller should soon appear under the Other Devices section. Once it does, simply tap it to pair with your iPad.