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How to Turn Off a DualShock 4 Controller Connected by Bluetooth

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When a DualShock 4 controller is connected to a phone, tablet, PC, or another Bluetooth device, it may not always power down in the same way it does on a PlayStation console. Leaving it connected can drain the battery, so...
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How to Turn Off a DualSense Controller Connected by Bluetooth

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The DualSense controller is easy to pair with phones, tablets, PCs, and other Bluetooth devices, but it is not always obvious how to turn it off when you are finished. If you leave it connected, the battery can drain even...
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DualSense R2 Trigger Has Lost Resistance: Causes and Fixes

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The DualSense controller uses adaptive triggers to add resistance, tension, and feedback in supported PS5 games. If the R2 trigger suddenly feels loose, has no resistance, or behaves differently from L2, the issue may be a game setting, a controller...
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How to Connect a DualShock 4 Controller to an Android Device

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A DualShock 4 controller can be paired with many Android phones and tablets over Bluetooth, making mobile games, emulators, cloud gaming apps, and Remote Play easier to control. Setup is usually simple, but controller support depends on the Android device,...
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How to Enable Controller Support for Any Game on Steam

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Steam Input can make controllers work in games that do not have perfect native controller support. It translates controller inputs into a layout the game understands, lets you remap buttons, and can apply community-made configurations for older or awkward PC...
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Using a PS4 Camera with PS5

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The PlayStation Camera made for PS4 can be used with a PlayStation 5, but it does not plug directly into the console by itself. To connect it, you need the PlayStation Camera adaptor, which converts the camera’s proprietary PS4 connector...
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How to Fix Common DualSense Controller Issues

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The PlayStation 5's DualSense controller has been praised for its innovative features and immersive gaming experience. However, like any piece of technology, it can sometimes experience issues that can be frustrating for users. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover...
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How To Fix DualSense Battery Issues

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The DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5 is known for its innovative features and immersive gaming experience. However, like any electronic device, it can sometimes face battery-related issues that can be frustrating for users. In this informative guide, we will...
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Understanding Thumbstick Drift on Game Controllers

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Thumbstick drift is a common issue that affects game controllers, causing the thumbsticks to register movement even when they are not being touched or moved by the user. This can lead to unintended in-game actions and a frustrating gaming experience....
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Fixing Thumbstick Drift on Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controllers

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Thumbstick drift is a well-known issue that affects Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers, causing the thumbsticks to register movement even when they are not being touched or moved by the user. This can result in unintended in-game actions and a frustrating...