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Apple rumored to launch iPhone gaming controllers under Beats brand

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Apple is reportedly developing gaming controllers for the iPhone, with a potential launch under its Beats brand. These controllers, codenamed T6502 and T1057, are said to feature dual thumbsticks, shoulder buttons, and D-pads. The use of the Beats brand could allow for a more affordable entry into the gaming market, aligning with the gaming community's aesthetics and culture. AI

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Apple rumored to launch iPhone gaming controllers under Beats brand

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COVERAGE [3]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Jackson Chen) ·

    Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding

    Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works. https://ww

    Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works. https://www. engadget.com/2256955/apples-ru mored-gaming-controller-for-iphone-could-feature-beats-branding/ # Tech # Technology #…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/apples-rumored-gaming-cont…
  3. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works. 📰 Source

    📰 Apple's rumored gaming controller for iPhone could feature Beats branding Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works. 📰 Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews 🔗 Link: https://www.engadget.com/2256955/apples-rumored-gaming-controller-…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/apples-rumored-gaming-cont…

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