Gamers with a penchant for Razer products will delight in the company's latest innovation: a mobile iPad controller. A must-have accessory for those seeking a more immersive gaming experience on their tablets.
Couch Gaming with a Bang: Introducing the Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL
Ever wondered what it'd be like to upsize your phone controller so much that it could comfortably fit your tablet? Well, Razer has heard that wish and gone all out, crafting a monstrous mobile gaming controller designed to accommodate your 13-inch iPad Air.
Welcome to the $200 Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL, the behemoth brother of the newly unveiled Razer Kishi V3 and V3 Pro. Exclusively extended for extra-large screens, these controllers are the epitome of excessive comfort for your couch gaming sessions.
So, how's it different from its lesser siblings? Well, the Pro models come equipped with back buttons and TMR thumbsticks, which are just like Hall effect sticks but offer better accuracy and lower power consumption. The only real distinction between the Pro and Pro XL models lies in the length extending capacity.
These controllers boast Razer's Sensa haptics, providing a precise rumble effect in games supported by Android 12L, Android 13, Android Q, R, and S, and iPadOS 13.0 or later.
Compatible with USB-C-equipped Android tablets (up to 13 inches) and iPads, the Kishi V3 Pro XL offers a screen experience unlike any other—on a tablet at least. Weighing just under 0.7 pounds, it's considerably heavier than the latest iPad Pro (weighing around 1.28 pounds for the 13-inch model and 0.98 pounds for the 11-inch) and heftier than gaming handhelds like the Lenovo Legion Go and the MSI Claw 8 AI.
For that price, you could snag several high-end PC controllers, but Razer's offering comes with wired and remote play on PC. If you're after wireless connectivity with multiple devices, Backbone's $170 Backbone Pro could be an appealing alternative, though it disappointingly doesn't extend large enough to fit an iPad mini.
Here's the catch: if you've been lifting heavily to prepare for epic Fortnite sessions on the biggest iPad possible, the Kishi V3 Pro XL should be your go-to companion. On top of a 6-month pass to Apple Arcade, this behemoth of a controller grants the unique privilege to stream from a PC directly onto your iPad, nearly transforming your Pad into a MacBook Air-sized PlayStation Portal.
[Comparative dimensions and weights are tentative due to missing data. I can help find detailed Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL, iPad Air (13-inch), iPad Pro (with M4), Steam Deck, Lenovo Legion Go, MSI Claw 8 AI, and Backbone Pro mobile controller dimensions and weights from authoritative sources, should you need.]
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- The Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL, a high-end mobile gaming controller priced at $200, is designed for extra-large screens like the 13-inch iPad Air, setting a new standard for tech-savvy gamers in the realm of couch gaming.
- With features such as Razer's Sensa haptics, customizable back buttons, and TMR thumbsticks, the Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL offers a unique blend of technology and gaming amenities, making it an attractive gadget for tech enthusiasts and professional gamers alike.
- In the ever-evolving world of technology, the Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL represents a significant leap in the realm of gadgets, especially for those seeking an immersive gaming experience on their tablets, bridging the gap between portable entertainment and high-performance gaming equipment.
