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SteelSeries - Nimbus+ Wireless Gaming Controller for Apple iOS, iPadOS, tvOS Devices - Black

Model: 69089
SKU: 6410284
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Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the product's ease of use, seamless compatibility, strong overall performance, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate its reliable connectivity, natural feel, good weight, and ergonomic design, with many noting an absence of lag. However, some customers find the price to be a drawback, and there are isolated reports of charging issues.

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Features

  • Official Apple-licensed Wireless Connectivity

    Works flawlessly with any Apple products, including iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple TV.

  • Built-in Rechargeable Battery

    A built-in lithium-ion battery lasts for 50 hours of play on a single charge, so you won’t need to worry about running out of power. Easily recharge using your Lightning cable.

  • Play Thousands of Games

    Use your Nimbus+ controller to play thousands of games on all your Apple devices. With the most popular games for every genre, you'll have full control of your favorite games.

  • Tactile D-Pad Buttons

    Upgraded arrow buttons have a tactile click when pressed for fast and responsive feedback, so you always know exactly when your input is registered.

  • Clickable Joysticks

    Clickable L3/R3 buttons allow for more input options across a wide variety of games, so you can enjoy the full console experience with any Apple product.

  • Hall Effect Magnetic Triggers

    New trigger design features Hall Effect magnetic sensors for a lifetime of precision and consistently smooth feel.

  • Dedicated Navigation Buttons

    Dedicated menu and option buttons for quick and easy navigation on your Apple devices.

  • Classic Ergonomic Design

    A familiar and comfortable shape so you can play comfortably for hours at a time.

  • Included Nimbus+ iPhone Mount

    Comes with the Nimbus+ iPhone Mount, so you can easily attach your iPhone to your Nimbus+ for seamless mobile gaming.

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Specifications
  • Wireless
    Yes
    Battery Size
    Battery pack
    Compatible Platform(s)
    Apple TV, iOS
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Reviews

Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 260 reviews

5 star rating. 146 reviews4 star rating. 34 reviews3 star rating. 24 reviews2 star rating. 11 reviews1 star rating. 45 reviews
71% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers enjoy the product's ease of use, seamless compatibility, strong overall performance, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate its reliable connectivity, natural feel, good weight, and ergonomic design, with many noting an absence of lag. However, some customers find the price to be a drawback, and there are isolated reports of charging issues.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Ease of use (40)
  • Compatibility (26)
  • Overall Performance (25)
  • Battery Life (24)
  • Connectivity (15)
  • Price (9)
  • Charging (4)
  • Lag (3)

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good control an economic

    The truth is good control, I liked it a lot when it no longer serves I will buy it again without a doubt since it is comfortable it is not difficult to use when you play you do not have to get in the way of the screen which you have nothing to distract you I recommend it

    Posted by JoseV

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great option for Mac users

    Very familiar layout, great battery life, low latency. Charges with a lightning connector. Can be problematic with some games where a little button mapping might be required for you to have a more comfortable playing experience but overall solid and pretty universally compatible. I would recommend.

    Posted by Paul

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Almost…

    …great. However, i have reached the point of returning this item so many times. I use yhe contoller to play a single game i have installed on 2 different iPads. Ine at the office, one at home. So many times the unit just wants to turn in circles to the left. I read where supposedly this is an indicator of a need to charge…but after only 20-45 min of use? Other tunes, it works perfect…or not at all. Even though the iPad as well as the game indicates the controller is connected. Frustrating.

    Posted by Consumer

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product! Worth the money.

    The controller is very durable. The battery life lasts a long time. I had no problems getting it synced to the unit. I should’ve purchased this long ago. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who has Apple TV, it makes playing the games a whole lot easier. For the price and what you get this was a good purchase. It even comes with an accessory to hold your cellphone. I purchased one and liked it so much I bought a second one.

    Posted by Redeemed

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Single-handedly saved my inner child

    Huge shoutout to the Nimbus+ wireless gaming controller. This controller has turned my iPad into the gaming dream machine of my childhood. No more awkwardly using the touchscreen, I now have tactile grip and control. Easy to pair, and intuitive to use. I bring it everywhere. Thank you Best Buy for selling such a great product

    Posted by user182953

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Pros for SteelSeries - Nimbus+ Wireless Gaming Controller for Apple iOS, iPadOS, tvOS Devices - Black
Compatibility, Overall Performance, Battery Life, Connectivity, Ease of useThere were no pros for this product—Overall Performance, Ergonomics, Button Quality, Compatibility, Battery LifeOverall Performance, Ergonomics, Button Quality, Connectivity, Battery Life
Cons for SteelSeries - Nimbus+ Wireless Gaming Controller for Apple iOS, iPadOS, tvOS Devices - Black
Price, Charging, LagThere were no cons for this product—Connectivity, Color SchemeThere were no cons for this product—

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Questions & Answers

  • Does this controller come with a phone mount?

    Yes, the Nimbus+ includes a mount so you can easily attach your iPhone to the controller for mobile gaming.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Does the Nimbus+ controller have clickable joysticks?

    Yes, the Nimbus+ controller has clickable L3/R3 buttons.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Can I use this controller wirelessly?

    Yes, the Nimbus+ is a wireless controller.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Why is the Nimbus+ a good choice for Apple gaming?

    This controller is designed specifically for Apple Gaming and brings a console-quality gaming experience to Apple devices.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • How are the directional buttons on this controller different?

    The arrow buttons on the Nimbus+ have a tactile click when pressed for fast and responsive feedback.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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