Dude, you actually addressed whether this thing accepts phone cases. You’re one of the few YT reviewers who even bothered to mention this important point. Instant “Like”. Good job man 👍
@@raskarl it’s one of the most common questions, but the majority of YT reviewers don’t address it at all. That’s why this reviewer gets my thumbs up. They’re mostly casuals, they just pump out thin reviews based on the press release, call it a day and count the clicks. What’s the point then? I can read the same press release and call it a day too. They clearly don’t spend much time with the actual device to properly get a sense of the user experience.
Love you, Nano! I'm glad you're still uploading here because I'm loving your tech channel and how in-depth you are about your reviews and showcases!! -but like seriously, when Nano is impressed with the hardware you know it's AMAZING
Great review! Been using a slider from 5below for a while lol. Finally decided to step it up to an actual controller. Picking one up for myself (40yr old gamer!) and my daughter 🤙🏼
My boy nano... I’ve been locking at these backbone controllers and thinking of buying one and bam I see your video 👌. It’s was very useful information and the best video of seen on this. One thing I wished you showed more would be you actually setting up the device from scratch and show how to access all the games and the ones from like Xbox and ps. Luv u for this
I liked it for about 2 weeks but now it's been sitting on the shelf and I low key regret buying it at 100 bucks. It's a good product but I just don't do a lot of mobile gaming. Still it's great for on the go when I don't want to bring my Switch case and all the extras.
my main concern is backone one's "backbone" (the "slider" as you called it). it looks like it's perfectly designed to snap in half if your not especially careful. i think i would feel a bit more comfortable with this bit of plastic being a bit thicker to ensure integrity but the concept is interesting at least.
I've watched several of these reviews and still wonder why nobody mentions one of the most deciding factors which would have actually prevented me from purchasing one....the $49.99 annual subscription you are TRICKED into signing up for once you actually excitingly receive the device! If it wasn't such an AWESOME controller, I would probably send it back! I'll just wait for the free trial to end and THEN send it back!
@@kaden007 I believe it’s the app itself which as most of these videos allude to is one of the selling points of the device. As soon as I connected it to my iPhone, I could not even use it before going through a registration process which essentially forced me to sign up for this fee. It comes with one free year which I don’t plan on paying after that so I guess I’ll see after that year expires if I’m still able to use it! LOL
@@kaden007 I’ve had it for about two weeks now and from what I can tell so far there is no way to add any of the streaming gaming services to the app like you can with individual games which is slightly disappointing to me. With that being said I would say the answer to your question is “yes” since you have to exit the app anyway to connect to the streaming services. Overall I REALLY love the Backbone which has renewed my interest in mobile gaming but only time will tell if I have to continue paying for the app!
Isn’t there a subscription to the app? Was wondering if the subscription is only required for the app and if you don’t subscribe then can you just use the controller without the app?
Thanks for the info I was planning actually something like that for a while now it really helps to play games with my phone or any device I was just watching the video of you explaining how to play xenoverse 2 really helps so thank you love your videos keep it up
The app is for all the games. It lets you pick through them and I literally ordered mine and got it a week later. No wait in a que or nothing a f definitely didn’t need to down load the app before ordering it.
I got mine today , I spent 3 hours on it. If you have a screen protector on it , will work, but if you have a case on it it won’t work if I were you get a front and back screen protector from Amazon Great sound on the controller too
How are you playing COD? Do you buy a COD app from apple? Or linking to your Xbox/ps5? I’m moving away for a year and no room to take a console-would love to play cod on my phone if I can.
I appreciate how thorough this video is, and the added comparison to the Kishi. Your camera doesn’t look 4k, but I think it’s mostly focus and lighting. The camera seems to be hunting for the correct focus. Try setting it manually for the best results. Thanks again for the video.
The only issue is you have to download all of the games. So it takes up a crazy amount of storage. So by the time you download two games you're probably already out of storage haha
Plz answer this can you play on backbone like 2k online and war zone online with yours friends that are you using Xbox without having an Xbox but the account
At 39 years of age I'm a bit confused to be excited about a gaming controller 😁But considering the level of design and build quality, I think I might want this one. For Android device the waiting is a bit long though, all the way to November 2022..
38 years old here. Got one last month and can’t believe I’m enjoying COD again. Probably because using a control gives us a huge advantage but still enjoying it. If you haven’t, get it.
I am getting backbone mainly because Xbox controllers don’t always have the best Bluetooth connection as I’ve tried it on my phone and PC, so I grabbed a back bone as I’m interested in the option
Nano great review, I do have one question tho… I would like to remote play from my Xbox, usually I use my Xbox controller for my phone but the joystick used to move the camera/FOV In TPS & FPS games tends to have like a half second to one second delay. Would the backbone solve that little bit of latency for moving the camera around? So would I be able to remote play battlefront or fortnight from my Xbox to my phone and use this controller for no delay in the controls? PS. That little delay I was talking about, I’m not sure if it has to do with the Xbox controller using Bluetooth.
@@jamesboland8031 To be honest I don’t think plugging in the PS4 to a modem will help him too much with remote play for the Xbox.. seems rather counterintuitive lmao
I actually wanted to know if you have to pay the subscription or not though. I don’t mind but I just wanted to know if paying this sub feature would change in any way the gaming experience. What are the benefits and stuff lol I been looking for someone to explain but I really enjoy your video! 👍 Thank you for the review.
How does it work then your away from home? I mean ps5 needs to be on to make remote play to work, is this good thing if your on holiday having ps5 on in a week 24/7?
So I can’t find an answer I’m looking for. I’m a truck driver and would like this for COD and Halo. Will I be able to play with my son while he’s on his Xbox or will he need a backbone also?
what about the built-in app button? can i reassign it to another thing? i dont want to subscribe to its app after one year of use and i would be really bothered with that button opening the app since i wont be able to use it lol
And in Australia they cost $180. I so wanna get it because I can’t even afford a full ps5 set or even Xbox? So if this makes a difference in terms of easy use and getting into those platforms I want to buy it cause it’s way cheaper then getting a big box that will collect dust. You know?.
If you connect a PS4 controller to iPhone while playing codm it causes a slight delay before acting on the action and is not 100% accurate. Is it the same with this or is it better in that sense?
I don’t have the backbone but I did have a rotor riot which connected directly to the phone and there was no delay at all. With the backbone being a direct connection I imagine there would be no delay as well.
Public service announcement/warning: The Backbone now has a $50 yearly subscription for the app to have functionality. They do not state the cost it anywhere on their website or app store. You get the first year free then need to pay yearly. Its basically a $100 controller unless you want to cough up the extra $50 yearly. I would recommend staying away and waiting for the upcoming Razer Kishi V2 (has a free app called Razer Nexus).
Glad some one mentioned this, but I don't think they do a free year anymore. when i signed up after getting mine $179 Aud i was hit with a $79 a year fee to use their service. So I launch all my apps separately.
Great video!! Ive been using mine for about a year and the recording button stayed pushed in and now the control sucks lol.. But that might be from me using it so much and my kids getting a hold of it from time to time. Im going to buy another one, honestly the backbone is great. I had the same dislike with the phone cases but thats not a big issue for me. ALSO, the main bad thing about it customer support doesnt offer very great support. I tried reaching out when my remote went bad and they werent much help. But i do love the product. Good stuff man keep it up!!
So not to seem like an idiot here but if I don’t have a gaming console at all can I use this just through my phone or nah? Sorry I haven’t played video games in like ten years and I’m apparently out o the loop here lol
How is this the first review to answer if it works with cases. My question (sorry if this is stupid because I don't really understand how the concept works) is, does the Xbox at home need to be plugged in and turned on? Will people be watching/hearing your gaming at home on the TV? Can they change the input source and do something else on the TV?
Do you have to sign into your xbox account or can you download games separately? I’m so locked out of my account i may just have to bag it and start a new one.
Me personally 10"10 device compared to most devices but me personally i dont use the device because i mostly play cod warzone i dont expect something like this to run that but anything else is absolutely amazing I would recommend as long as its not huge games to run, when am away i use that when i can
Dude, you actually addressed whether this thing accepts phone cases. You’re one of the few YT reviewers who even bothered to mention this important point. Instant “Like”. Good job man 👍
It doesn’t work with a case. I watched this video just for this.
@@raskarl it’s one of the most common questions, but the majority of YT reviewers don’t address it at all. That’s why this reviewer gets my thumbs up. They’re mostly casuals, they just pump out thin reviews based on the press release, call it a day and count the clicks. What’s the point then? I can read the same press release and call it a day too. They clearly don’t spend much time with the actual device to properly get a sense of the user experience.
Why do you even care about that though?
@@danielvandam because if we drop it
Lmao and that sold it to you?
Don’t let this distract you from the fact that spongebob sleeps with his shoes on
It just be like that sometimes
@Jonathan DelVaal Don’t let this distract you from the fact that spongebob sleeps with his shoes on
@@scuffkinn9203 i mean not all the time like in the movie
That monster
He doesn't
Finally a person with a review where they talk about the product. Thank you brother. 💯
Nano don’t make me wait another 2 months for another upload.
Definitely not. The consistent uploads begin now. :)
@@nanogenixtech famous last words lmao!!!
Yikes
@@SinsofKuroi Well that was a lie
he forgot about it cause he was gaming on his backbone xD
Love you, Nano! I'm glad you're still uploading here because I'm loving your tech channel and how in-depth you are about your reviews and showcases!!
-but like seriously, when Nano is impressed with the hardware you know it's AMAZING
I just got one for my son he absolutely loves it. It’s a brilliant bit of kit
Great review! Been using a slider from 5below for a while lol. Finally decided to step it up to an actual controller. Picking one up for myself (40yr old gamer!) and my daughter 🤙🏼
Gaming knows no age
YES NANO TECH HAS BEEN REVIVED
Def love seeing uploads on the tech channel. Love the main channel but it’s nice seeing tech vids
My boy nano... I’ve been locking at these backbone controllers and thinking of buying one and bam I see your video 👌. It’s was very useful information and the best video of seen on this. One thing I wished you showed more would be you actually setting up the device from scratch and show how to access all the games and the ones from like Xbox and ps. Luv u for this
I liked it for about 2 weeks but now it's been sitting on the shelf and I low key regret buying it at 100 bucks. It's a good product but I just don't do a lot of mobile gaming. Still it's great for on the go when I don't want to bring my Switch case and all the extras.
drink every time home boy says "actually"
my main concern is backone one's "backbone" (the "slider" as you called it).
it looks like it's perfectly designed to snap in half if your not especially careful.
i think i would feel a bit more comfortable with this bit of plastic being a bit thicker to ensure integrity but the concept is interesting at least.
I just got my few day ago the PlayStation version I really enjoyed it
Good review. I hate all background music but I suffered through it for your good info.
I've watched several of these reviews and still wonder why nobody mentions one of the most deciding factors which would have actually prevented me from purchasing one....the $49.99 annual subscription you are TRICKED into signing up for once you actually excitingly receive the device! If it wasn't such an AWESOME controller, I would probably send it back! I'll just wait for the free trial to end and THEN send it back!
Wait what! What are you subscribing to, the app? Also where did you find this out
@@kaden007 I believe it’s the app itself which as most of these videos allude to is one of the selling points of the device. As soon as I connected it to my iPhone, I could not even use it before going through a registration process which essentially forced me to sign up for this fee. It comes with one free year which I don’t plan on paying after that so I guess I’ll see after that year expires if I’m still able to use it! LOL
@@randywilliams1108 thanks for letting me know. Could I use the Xbox gaming features, without the subscription?
@@kaden007 I’ve had it for about two weeks now and from what I can tell so far there is no way to add any of the streaming gaming services to the app like you can with individual games which is slightly disappointing to me. With that being said I would say the answer to your question is “yes” since you have to exit the app anyway to connect to the streaming services. Overall I REALLY love the Backbone which has renewed my interest in mobile gaming but only time will tell if I have to continue paying for the app!
@@randywilliams1108 thank you for your help !
Just bought this. Been looking for a mobile controller. Reminds me a lot of the Nintendo switch. Thanks for the review
What are your thoughts ? Would you recommend
I got it yesterday and so far loving it!
Isn’t there a subscription to the app? Was wondering if the subscription is only required for the app and if you don’t subscribe then can you just use the controller without the app?
Thanks for the info I was planning actually something like that for a while now it really helps to play games with my phone or any device I was just watching the video of you explaining how to play xenoverse 2 really helps so thank you love your videos keep it up
They need to come out with adapters I have an ipad and it’s port is usb-c
The app is for all the games. It lets you pick through them and I literally ordered mine and got it a week later. No wait in a que or nothing a f definitely didn’t need to down load the app before ordering it.
I got mine today , I spent 3 hours on it. If you have a screen protector on it , will work, but if you have a case on it it won’t work if I were you get a front and back screen protector from Amazon
Great sound on the controller too
How are you playing COD? Do you buy a COD app from apple? Or linking to your Xbox/ps5? I’m moving away for a year and no room to take a console-would love to play cod on my phone if I can.
I appreciate how thorough this video is, and the added comparison to the Kishi. Your camera doesn’t look 4k, but I think it’s mostly focus and lighting. The camera seems to be hunting for the correct focus. Try setting it manually for the best results. Thanks again for the video.
I’m having issues with mine right now I’ll give the exchange a shot because I liked it so much but it’s been less then a month.
I love this thing! So much that I can’t wait to upgrade my mini 12 to 14 pro max.
The only issue is you have to download all of the games. So it takes up a crazy amount of storage. So by the time you download two games you're probably already out of storage haha
Plz answer this can you play on backbone like 2k online and war zone online with yours friends that are you using Xbox without having an Xbox but the account
At 39 years of age I'm a bit confused to be excited about a gaming controller 😁But considering the level of design and build quality, I think I might want this one. For Android device the waiting is a bit long though, all the way to November 2022..
38 years old here. Got one last month and can’t believe I’m enjoying COD again. Probably because using a control gives us a huge advantage but still enjoying it. If you haven’t, get it.
48 here so don’t feel bad 😅
The thing I was most impressed with in this video is your shelving. Did you make it or buy?
Here's a vid from his main channel explaining his set up a bit, hope it helps:
th-cam.com/video/cZCxWCtX8sI/w-d-xo.html
Same. Nice industrial-chic interior.
Dude, I thought Raymond Gutierrez is into gaming now. Great video btw! Thanks
I am getting backbone mainly because Xbox controllers don’t always have the best Bluetooth connection as I’ve tried it on my phone and PC, so I grabbed a back bone as I’m interested in the option
I bought one for my android, I'm highly enjoying it..
What are some things you would say to devs? My main desire is to make good, paid, mobile games. What are your thoughts?
Nano great review, I do have one question tho… I would like to remote play from my Xbox, usually I use my Xbox controller for my phone but the joystick used to move the camera/FOV In TPS & FPS games tends to have like a half second to one second delay. Would the backbone solve that little bit of latency for moving the camera around?
So would I be able to remote play battlefront or fortnight from my Xbox to my phone and use this controller for no delay in the controls?
PS. That little delay I was talking about, I’m not sure if it has to do with the Xbox controller using Bluetooth.
Delay is probably from bad wifi, this wont help with that
Plug your PS4 into the modem directly. That should help increase the speeds
@@jamesboland8031 To be honest I don’t think plugging in the PS4 to a modem will help him too much with remote play for the Xbox.. seems rather counterintuitive lmao
I don’t follow you on insta but I am subbed to your channel thanks to your video my parents are getting me one god bless you
Backbone one and Genshin Impact - together we slay!!!!
I actually wanted to know if you have to pay the subscription or not though. I don’t mind but I just wanted to know if paying this sub feature would change in any way the gaming experience. What are the benefits and stuff lol I been looking for someone to explain but I really enjoy your video! 👍 Thank you for the review.
I’m excited I just ordered one!
Keep the vids comin Nano 🔥
I have a pro max phone, and I wanted to know if the backbone touches one of the cameras? Or is there a small gap not having it to touch the lenses?
How did I not know about these 2 years ago 😂😂
I hopeful for iPhone 8 Plus like Nintendo Switch Lite
Hi, can i ask if it must have to work together with PS5 or can play alone without it?
Thanks great review, I think this I’ll buy one based on the great features 👍👍
happy new years!!
Thank a lot! I will be on a ship with no internet so can I play all these games without internet connection?
Let’s goooooo. More Nano Tech!!! I’ve been waiting for this!
How does it work then your away from home? I mean ps5 needs to be on to make remote play to work, is this good thing if your on holiday having ps5 on in a week 24/7?
Do you think it will work with the XCloud?
It does yeah
Yes i use it all the time
How similar is the software too Xbox cloud or stadia. Because I’d like to stick with only one for my mobile gaming and don’t know what would be best
So I can’t find an answer I’m looking for.
I’m a truck driver and would like this for COD and Halo. Will I be able to play with my son while he’s on his Xbox or will he need a backbone also?
The intro compton daydream is fire 🔥
one question can u pre order this in belgium and europe much apreciated ur doing great on youtube
Does playing with backbone register you as a controller player on Call of Duty mobile?
I love your vids man also bc of you I started playing dokkan 3 years ago!!!!!
HI! Do you know if I can use the backbone with standard Apple Arcade games that support a controllers
Not just Xbox game pass stuff?
what about the built-in app button? can i reassign it to another thing? i dont want to subscribe to its app after one year of use and i would be really bothered with that button opening the app since i wont be able to use it lol
Nano when’s the 2021 full room tour coming since you only did a partial one for 2020 when you were getting settled in the new house?
That hoodie is absolutely 🔥🔥🔥where can I snag one?
And in Australia they cost $180. I so wanna get it because I can’t even afford a full ps5 set or even Xbox? So if this makes a difference in terms of easy use and getting into those platforms I want to buy it cause it’s way cheaper then getting a big box that will collect dust. You know?.
My Main concern is…if the controller starting drifting or button issues then I’ll not get any repair Center in India
If you connect a PS4 controller to iPhone while playing codm it causes a slight delay before acting on the action and is not 100% accurate. Is it the same with this or is it better in that sense?
I don’t have the backbone but I did have a rotor riot which connected directly to the phone and there was no delay at all. With the backbone being a direct connection I imagine there would be no delay as well.
This video needs more views for the sake of shooter games.
Public service announcement/warning: The Backbone now has a $50 yearly subscription for the app to have functionality. They do not state the cost it anywhere on their website or app store. You get the first year free then need to pay yearly. Its basically a $100 controller unless you want to cough up the extra $50 yearly. I would recommend staying away and waiting for the upcoming Razer Kishi V2 (has a free app called Razer Nexus).
Glad some one mentioned this, but I don't think they do a free year anymore. when i signed up after getting mine $179 Aud i was hit with a $79 a year fee to use their service.
So I launch all my apps separately.
Does the app does not work when you don't pay the subscription?
@@phelhadsu4080 Correct. You will need to open individual apps on your home screen with your fingers
@@Jeremy_Huggins I'm not good at english but does this mean that you need to buy the backbone one for 99.99 and then the app for 50?
@@phelhadsu4080 nope you cant use the app with out subing
Xbox games pass also works via safari now too!
Great video!! Ive been using mine for about a year and the recording button stayed pushed in and now the control sucks lol.. But that might be from me using it so much and my kids getting a hold of it from time to time. Im going to buy another one, honestly the backbone is great. I had the same dislike with the phone cases but thats not a big issue for me. ALSO, the main bad thing about it customer support doesnt offer very great support. I tried reaching out when my remote went bad and they werent much help. But i do love the product. Good stuff man keep it up!!
Just ordered 2. One for me and one for my nephew for Xmas
Apple should definitely buy this company. I can imagine it being fully part of apple ecosystem
Nah Microsoft should
GOD NO.
Then u have to send it back to apple to remove a screw to upgrade it
So do i have to use their app to play games or can i play games from apps that r already on my phone?
the return of the king!!!
So not to seem like an idiot here but if I don’t have a gaming console at all can I use this just through my phone or nah? Sorry I haven’t played video games in like ten years and I’m apparently out o the loop here lol
How is this the first review to answer if it works with cases.
My question (sorry if this is stupid because I don't really understand how the concept works) is, does the Xbox at home need to be plugged in and turned on? Will people be watching/hearing your gaming at home on the TV? Can they change the input source and do something else on the TV?
The Xbox just needs to be plugged in, when you use remote play it will only display on your phone and the Xbox won’t display it on the tv.
@@Badastr0 Thank you!
Can you play with the PlayStation console that is shared with another person. Using your account, while they are on their account ??
Is it possible to use the controller on some games, without having to subscribe to the app's yearly fee of $50?
im definitely getting this soon 🔜 ❤️
So do I with shoes on never know when you got to run out of your sleep
Do you find yourself being uncomfortable with the right stick placement. It looks like it’s to close to your hand.
Would this work on a plane?
yes but you would need internet (obviously) to play games online but as lone as your phone has a decent battery it should work perfectly fine!
Are the left and right analog sticks push buttons to ? Like bush to run ?
Yea
I Have the white playstation backbone can i play my playstation 4 games even though i dont have the playstation 4 console
How sturdy are the joysticks?? Had a Nintendo switch and joy stock started leaving to left on day 2
A Nano tech video hopefully this continues
everyones talking about phone cases but I take mine off when I play due to over heating alone.
Can I use it with my phone case on I don’t want to have to remove my otter box case every time to play games.
He literally said no
Yes a new video finally please post more
I cant wait to order this when I get my check 👍🏽
I was gonna get a Kishi until I saw this. Super helpful review!
Do you have to sign into your xbox account or can you download games separately? I’m so locked out of my account i may just have to bag it and start a new one.
how will you be able to download games without an account?
Amazing video nano
Will this fit on a phone case that is very thin, or does it have to be case less when putting on the controllers?
Let’s goooo another upload
Can you still make a party in the gaming app it’s self so like can I friend some one on cod mobile and play with them there?
What happens when it gets stick drift? I go threw controllers all the time. Warranty?
Can u play all ur xbox games from ur library or just mobile games??
Me personally 10"10 device compared to most devices but me personally i dont use the device because i mostly play cod warzone i dont expect something like this to run that but anything else is absolutely amazing I would recommend as long as its not huge games to run, when am away i use that when i can
Does feel like a Nintendo switch
Thank you for the review
How can I control my movements properly? I have it reversed, how can I change it?
So he said he’s gonna use it for a couple days but caption says 2 months? Nicd