How to set up Backbone One PlayStation Edition for iPhone

Find out how to set up Backbone One PlayStation® Edition for use with Remote Play on iPhone® and other compatible applications.

How to set up Backbone One PlayStation Edition on your iPhone

  1. Extend your Backbone One PlayStation Edition.
  2. Insert the Backbone One PlayStation Edition connector into the lightning port on your iPhone.
  3. Push the Backbone One PlayStation Edition handles together until the iPhone is secured.

How to install the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 13, & 13 Pro Max adapter

  1. Extend your Backbone One PlayStation Edition.
  2. Slide the adaptor onto the bridge from the centre.
  3. Push the adaptor to the left handle.

Which iPhone models can Backbone One - PlayStation Edition connect to?

The Backbone One PlayStation Edition can be used with any iOS device running iOS 15 or later. A list of iPhones capable of running iOS 15 or later is provided below for reference. 

iPhone 14 iPhone 11
iPhone 14 Plus

 

iPhone SE
(1st Generation)

 
iPhone 14 Pro

 

iPhone SE
(2nd Generation)

 
iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone XS
iPhone 13 iPhone XS Max
iPhone 13 mini iPhone XR
iPhone 13 Pro* iPhone X
iPhone 13 Pro Max* iPhone 8
iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 8 Plus
iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 7
iPhone 12 mini iPhone 7 Plus
iPhone 12 iPhone 6s
iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 6s Plus

 

iPhone 11 Pro Max

 

How to use the create menu on Backbone One PlayStation Edition

To use the create menu, press the options button on your Backbone One PlayStation® Edition controller when using Remote Play.

  • The create menu is only available when using Remote Play.
Remote Play on mobile devices

Which apps are compatible with Backbone One PlayStation Edition?

Backbone One PlayStation Edition for iPhone is compatible with popular titles like Call of Duty®: Mobile, Minecraft, and most Apple Arcade® games. 

In addition, Backbone One PlayStation Edition is compatible with Remote Play. 

Remote Play on mobile devices

Where to find Backbone One support

You can find support information on the Backbone One website below. 

Backbone One support

Frequently asked questions

Is the Backbone One app required?
The Backbone One+ App is not required for use of the Backbone One PlayStation Edition as a controller. 

Does the Backbone One PlayStation Edition need to be charged?
No, the Backbone One PlayStation Edition does not have a battery. The Backbone One PlayStation Edition draws minimal amounts of power from iPhone to function. A pass-through Lightning port on the Backbone One PlayStation Edition allows you to charge your phone while playing.

Can you use Bluetooth while using Backbone One PlayStation Edition?
Yes, you can use your Apple device’s Bluetooth capability while it’s snapped into Backbone One PlayStation Edition.

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