Apple: The iOS 14.5 update supports PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X / S pads

An upcoming update for Apple iPhone and iPad will introduce the support for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X / S controllers through the iOS 14.5 update, currently aimed at beta testers. The possibility of being able to use the new controllers of Sony e Microsoft products on other platforms it has progressively increased since the companies launched their new consoles on the market last November. Earlier this month, Valve has in fact expanded support for the Xbox Series X / S controller on Steam, adding compatibility for the share button of the new gamepad, and allowing you to connect multiple controllers at the same time.

Both the PlayStation 5 DualSense and the Xbox Series X / S controller are not officially supported by the Apple operating system, so this update to iOS 14.5 is particularly awaited by anyone who wants to use the new controllers on iPhone and iPad devices. In the past, gods had spread rumor that Apple was working on developing its own gamepad, but no official announcements have been made since the news broke in the middle of last year. The release of an Apple controller would make easier or faster compatibility for games on the company's devices possible - however, we currently have no official news, so using third-party controllers remains the best solution. Although in fact the use of gamepads on iPad and iPhone is not yet extremely widespread, it is the way best to enjoy most of the games in the Apple Arcade catalog.

When update 14.5 for iOS and iPadOS is officially released, anyone with an iPhone or iPad, an Xbox Series X / S, and a subscription Xbox Game Pass Ultimate could potentially use the new Micosoft console controller for play via Remote Play. Apple adds that support for the two controllers will officially arrive for everyone as soon as possible. Hopefully, support for the two pads will go beyond basic functionality as well, and will allow you to make the most of the unique features of both controllers.