How to Connect Xbox 1 Controller to iPhone with iOS 13

Press and hold the controller's Connect button for a few seconds to put the controller into pairing mode . This makes it discoverable by your Apple device. Open Bluetooth settings on your Apple device, then select the controller from the list of nearby devices.
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Gaming on your iPhone or iPad has become even more exciting with iOS 13 as it now allows you to play iOS games with your Xbox one controller. If you have the right controller, setting it up is easy. Here’s what you need to know to make it work.

First of all, you’ll need to have iOS 13 or iPad OS 13. If you’re on an iPad, it’s essential to note that you’ll have to be on the beta version. Secondly, you’ll need a Bluetooth wireless controller. The model number 1708 is the only one that supports Bluetooth, and it comes with the Xbox One S. Earlier wireless controllers are not compatible. You can tell the difference by checking for a segment around the Xbox logo. If it has it, it doesn’t support Bluetooth. Alternatively, you can use the Elite 2 controller, which costs $180, and it will work with Bluetooth and your phone.

To set it up, go to settings and then Bluetooth. Ensure that the toggle is green to turn on Bluetooth. It’s easier to pair if you reset it quickly. To pair the controller, press the Xbox button for a few seconds if it has never been paired before. If it has been paired before, hold down the button on the back for five seconds instead of the Xbox home button. Once you do this, you should receive a prompt on your phone requesting to pair with the Xbox wireless controller. Click on pair, and it will connect immediately.

Once it’s paired, you can use it with any MFI controller compatible game on iOS. To disconnect, you can either press the button on the controller for five seconds, or you can unpair it using your phone. To unpair, go to the Control Center on your iPhone, and click on the Bluetooth menu. Hold it down, and you’ll see Bluetooth Xbox One Wireless Controller. Scroll to the bottom and press the Xbox wireless controller. Click on forget this device to unpair.

In conclusion, connecting your Xbox one controller to your iPhone with iOS 13 is easy, and it makes gaming on your phone more enjoyable.

FAQ

Why won't my Xbox One controller connect to my Iphone?
Make sure that Bluetooth is enabled. Turn on your Xbox Wireless Controller by pressing the Xbox button . If it's already paired to an Xbox, turn off the controller, and then press and hold the Pair button  for a few seconds. Your available devices will load on your iOS device.
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Do all Xbox One controllers have Bluetooth?
Which Xbox One Controller Has Bluetooth? 1537, 1697, and 1708 Xbox One controller models have Bluetooth capabilities. However, only one of the three—1708—has a built-in BT connection, making it easy to use on smartphones, computers, and smart TVs.
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