Okay, I've searched and searched and I can't figure this out. I have an original Xbox controller (with USB OTG cable) that works on four of my Android devices, but not on my Galaxy Tab S2. And when I mean "it works", I mean that I simply plug it in and I can use the controller to move around the screen. I don't have to install anything. Is there something I'm missing to get it to work? I couldn't find anything in the Settings. I tried a USB Device Info app, which showed that it can see the controller. I also experimented with the USB/BT Joystick Center 2015 app and it also saw the controller. So I don't think there is anything wrong with my controller or OTG cable. Before I spend anymore days working on this, I need a sanity check that I'm not missing something obvious.
It works on:
(2) Nexus 7 (2012) tablets with Android 4.4.4
(2) Galaxy S5 phones with Android 5.0
Does not work on Galaxy Tab S2 with Android 5.1.1
None are rooted.
Thanks,
Chris
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when Sprint brings the new Gingerbread update? I have seen where a bluetooth mouse works on some devices that have HID. I tried one a couple weeks ago and it didn't.
Then I have seen a USB adapter that says you can hook up an external mouse thorugh it.
I didn't know if the upgrade would make these devices work.
Bluetooth HID should mean that you can pair a Bluetooth mouse, and a ps3 controller
someone should work on that
Found it....sweet... did not want to be one of those guys that gives up and just makes a new thread..... so updated my tab today......features were..... HID Bluetooth and gingerbread.....which turned out pretty good tab does not lag as much scrolling through home screens and app drawer.... here's the million dollar question....any of you out there bought that Brando Keyboard Case and still have it??.... is it good to go? Can I buy one now and an icontrolpad? That would be freakin epic.....
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More bluetooth woes from another Sprint Galaxy Tab user
Anyone been able to pair and connect their bluetooth keyboard since the Sprint update to Gingerbread?
I've been touch n go with one OEC model (no name brand). Bought a Motorola Wireless Keyboard last night and while the Tablet would recognize it, it wouldn't allow me the time to type in the passkey. It would go straight to error.
Here are my Sprint Tablet (7) specs:
Model:SPH-P100
Firmware version 2.3.4
Kernel: 2.6.35.7
Build: GINGERBREAD.EF17
On a seperate note, I was able to pair it with my HTC Evo, but not connect.
I'm beginning to suspect that Sprint didn't include the HID as I had read or I'm just an noobie idiot...appreciate the assistance either way.
Hi,
Has anyone found a way of getting the Xbox 360 (wired) controller to work with the Tab S. I've installed a couple of apps and they recognise the controller and I can navigate the screens on the tab but any button I press launches the Google Now app. I've tested the controller and cable on my Galaxy S5 and works flawlessly without any additional apps being installed. I've rooted the Tab S and installed the IronRom V1.6LTE.
If anyone can find a way of getting this to work as it does on the S5 I'd appreciate the help.
I'm having a strange problem. I recently bought an USB OTG cable to use my PS3 controller on my Moto G.
The phone is rooted, but the stock 5.0.2 ROM (22.26.1.titan_retde.redeall.en.DE retde) hasn't been altered otherwise.
So, when I plug in the PS3 controller via the USB OTG cable, the controller immediately starts charging (slow blink of all 4 leds), but I can't do anything else. I though Android was supposed to support the PS3 controller out of the box?
I tested the cable, it works fine. I connected my Kingston 16GB flash drive, it was automatically mounted and I could access it with Root Explorer.
I also tried the PS3 controller and cable with my Samsung Galaxy S4 (stock android 4.4.2, unrooted) - the controller works perfectly. A Logitech RumblePad 2 which I had lying around also works like a charm on the S4, but doesn't do anything on the Moto G.
So the problem has to be either the Moto G itself or (probably) Android Lollipop.
Did anybody else have a similar problem? Can anybody help me?
P.S.: I don't want to use the PS3 controller over BT, reason for that see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/bluetooth-vs-wifi-t3046293
drunken_m said:
I'm having a strange problem. I recently bought an USB OTG cable to use my PS3 controller on my Moto G.
The phone is rooted, but the stock 5.0.2 ROM (22.26.1.titan_retde.redeall.en.DE retde) hasn't been altered otherwise.
So, when I plug in the PS3 controller via the USB OTG cable, the controller immediately starts charging (slow blink of all 4 leds), but I can't do anything else. I though Android was supposed to support the PS3 controller out of the box?
I tested the cable, it works fine. I connected my Kingston 16GB flash drive, it was automatically mounted and I could access it with Root Explorer.
I also tried the PS3 controller and cable with my Samsung Galaxy S4 (stock android 4.4.2, unrooted) - the controller works perfectly. A Logitech RumblePad 2 which I had lying around also works like a charm on the S4, but doesn't do anything on the Moto G.
So the problem has to be either the Moto G itself or (probably) Android Lollipop.
Did anybody else have a similar problem? Can anybody help me?
P.S.: I don't want to use the PS3 controller over BT, reason for that see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/bluetooth-vs-wifi-t3046293
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I have the same problem you have buddy, except in my case it's a generic gamepad but the problem is the same: missing drivers, you could compile the driver easily but there seems to be a problem with lollipop kernel sources (in kitkat it worked fine). Anyways when the problem is solved i will compile the drivers, check out this thread btw, we are trying to solve this problem http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/help/gamepad-joystick-otg-support-t2995943
germanargentina said:
I have the same problem you have buddy, except in my case it's a generic gamepad but the problem is the same: missing drivers, you could compile the driver easily but there seems to be a problem with lollipop kernel sources (in kitkat it worked fine). Anyways when the problem is solved i will compile the drivers, check out this thread btw, we are trying to solve this problem http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g-2014/help/gamepad-joystick-otg-support-t2995943
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Thank! After I posted this thread I found the one you linked, and already have it in my bookmarks. I hope somebody will find a solutions.
Unfortunately I'm bad at coding, so I can't really contribute. I'm just baffled, that Android gets "worse" with every new version (at least in my eyes). Why did they break something which was working perfectly before?
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Thank! After I posted this thread I found the one you linked, and already have it in my bookmarks. I hope somebody will find a solutions.
Unfortunately I'm bad at coding, so I can't really contribute. I'm just baffled, that Android gets "worse" with every new version (at least in my eyes). Why did they break something which was working perfectly before?
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It's not exactly like that, in fact motorola has never enabled those drivers on kitkat nor on lollipop. What i did was to compile those drivers and they worked (on kitkat) but now when i try to do the same it doesn't work on lollipop, my guess is that there's something wrong with lollipop kernel sources
Oh, I didn't know that. I thought this was something Android-related (like it is so basic, all Androids should have it), not something that each manufacturer has to integrate himself.
Hey I was wondering if someone could help me with this I have an galaxy tab s2 T813 and I can't get my joystick to connect, I've searched around and can't seem to find a fix. I was just wondering if someone could point me in the right direction please thanks alot.
Yeah my Xbox 360 controller doesn't work on my T713 either.
The lights light up, but none of the buttons respond. Works fine on my S5.
Kinda weird, but I'm not going to sweat about it, there's no good games for Android in my opinion anyway.
It's more along the lines of Samsung blocking/not implementing support for wired/wireless with adapters cotrollers. There isn't any way to get past it other than using an AOSP based ROM or using a bluetooth controller (of which not all are supported).
I'm trying to get either an xBox 360 or a PS3 controller connected to my S2 but so far have been spectacularly unsuccessful. Has anybody managed to do it without rooting the device or flashing a new rom?
I've tried both, connected through an OTG cable that I know works because I can use both a flash drive and a wired mouse with it.
I'd rather not root it, it's still under warranty and I don't want to lose that and I definitely don't want to flash a different rom. I like it as it is.
One thread I found implied that the Sixaxis app would allow me to connect the PS3 controller by using the USB cable I have for charging it but I've found this not to be the case. It just tells me that it can't find the controller on Bluetooth and doesn't even seem to look for a wired one.
Searching has shown me that the controllers can be connected to other tablets but I'm yet to find anyone who has done it with the S2.
Please can anyone help? I'd love to be able to play games on my tablet without using the on screen controls which I find very awkward.
I should say that my S2 is an SM-T713
You would definitely need a keymapper, I'd say. Unless the game in question nativity supports a gamepad/controller.
Did you check the Nvidia Shield Tablet threads?
I think they came up with a *no root* solution, which should be applicable for all sorts of Android devices.
Thanks, I'll have a look
I was in a similar boat to you a few week ago on my stock T715:-
-Xbox 360 Bluetooth, no connection
-PS3 Bluetooth, no connection
-Xbox 360 Wired/OTG, no connection
-PS3 Wired/OTG, connection but sometimes with calibration issues
I went to a shop in the UK called CeX and asked for a Bluetooth controller. They had a used Gamesir S3 for £15 which is cheaper than a wired PS3 controller. The Gamesir is excellent, it's connected every single time. They supply a micro USB to micro USB cable so you have the choice of wired or Bluetooth. Both work flawlessly without any calibration issues.
Best £15 I've spent this year. :victory:
Fail.
I can recommend gamesir s3 too. It also came with a clip that you can use for your phone.