If you’re looking to elevate your mobile gaming experience on iOS, connecting your PS5 DualSense controller to your iPhone or iPad is a game-changer. Whether you’re playing Apple Arcade titles or streaming from your console, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process in just a couple of minutes.
🎮 What You’ll Need:
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A PS5 DualSense Controller
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An iPhone or iPad running iOS 14.5 or newer
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Bluetooth enabled on your device
🔧 Step 1: Enable Bluetooth On Your iPhone or iPad
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Open the Settings app.
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Tap Bluetooth.
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Make sure it’s turned on (you should see a green toggle).
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Stay on this screen — we’ll come back to it shortly.
🎮 Step 2: Put Your PS5 Controller In Pairing Mode
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Pick up your DualSense controller.
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Press and hold the PlayStation (PS) button in the middle and the Share button (to the left of the touchpad) simultaneously.
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After a few seconds, the light bar on the controller will begin to blink rapidly. This means it’s in pairing mode.
💡 Alternate Tip:
If the Share button doesn’t work for you, try using the button to the right of the touchpad instead (alongside the PS button). Some users have reported success using this alternate combo.
📱 Step 3: Connect the Controller to Your iPhone/iPad
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Return to the Bluetooth settings on your iPhone or iPad.
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Under “Other Devices,” you should see DualSense Wireless Controller appear.
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Tap it, and then tap Pair.
Once connected, the controller light will change to a solid color — confirming the connection.
🎮 Step 4: Test The Connection
Open up any controller-compatible game. For example:
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Call of Duty Mobile
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Genshin Impact
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Apple Arcade games like NBA 2K or Oceanhorn 2
Try using the bumper buttons or joysticks — if the controller is responsive, you’re all set!
🔄 Reconnecting Later
If you walk away or power off your controller, it may disconnect. To reconnect:
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Go back into Settings > Bluetooth.
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Under “My Devices,” locate DualSense Wireless Controller and tap Connect.
You won’t need to pair it again unless you manually “Forget” the device.
✅ Final Thoughts
That’s it! Now you’re ready to use your PS5 controller with your iPhone or iPad for a better gaming experience. The setup is quick, easy, and can really enhance how you play games on the go.
📺 Watch the full video tutorial on YouTube:
