Then we will see how to connect PS3 controller to Android without root and without cables in a very simple way. Although we will also offer a method for those who have their mobile device rooted.

It is much easier and more reliable to connect the DualShock 3 to an Android phone if it is rooted. But don't worry, there is a solution for everything and even if you don't want to or can't root your android device , you can also use your remote control on your mobile phone.

Connect DualShock 3 to Android without root

If you do not have root permissions, you can still connect the controller PS3 to your mobile device , although the process can be a bit more complicated. For this you need to make sure your phone has USB Host function to be able to sync devices. You will also need it to be compatible with USB OTG .

You will need to configure the Sixaxis Enabler app on the mobile phone in order to synchronize the control using the USB OTG cable. Then in the same app you have to choose Activate Sixaxis.

You should activate command until you have completed the process and you may need to do it a few times, so we recommend arming yourself with patience. While you shouldn't have a problem with the USB OTG cable, we have to keep in mind that some emulators can cause issues.

To solve this problem, we recommend that you download the USB / BT Joystick Center 2020 app and link the controller with it. With this application you can map the buttons of the DualShock 3 and thus avoid any kind of problem.

How to connect the PS3 controller to my Android

The first thing you'll do is download the Sixaxis Compatibility Checker app. This is to verify that your device is compatible with a PS3 controller. The only problem is that it is necessary to have the device rooted in order to complete the process.

The same app isn't just used to check compatibility. If not, it will also provide you with the address of bluetooth connection de the remote, so you need to write it down, because we will need it later.

To change this address, you will need to go to Dancing Pixel Studios website and download the Sixaxis PairTool application which will allow you to enter the Bluetooth address that we noted in the previous step.

Here we will need to use a USB cable to connect the PS3 controller to the computer . When we do, Windows will download the drivers for said control and after that you will be able to change the bluetooth address through the app we previously downloaded.

Connect the PS3 controller to the Android device

  • After that, you will need to download the Sixaxis Controller app which you can find in the Google store.
  • Once downloaded and installed, you will need to open the app and leave it in the background.
  • You will now have to go to " Parameters "Then in" Entering language and text To check the Sixaxis Controller box.
  • Now open the app again and you need to tap the button » Start «. Wait for the caption 'At the listening to controllers Appears and after that you will need to press the PS button on the controller (it is located between the sticks) to be able to sync it with the cellphone.

  • To finish, click on the Modify IME option, then check Sixaxis Controller .

If you want to use the controller on the console again, don't worry because the process is much simpler. All you need to do is press the PS button when the PlayStation is on and you're good to go.

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