Quick Answer
- To Connect PS5 Controller to iPhone or iPad: Press the Share and PS buttons to put your controller on pairing mode → On your iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth → Click on the controller → Pair.
- Connect PS5 Controller to Mac: Enable pairing mode on PS5 controller → On Mac, click on Apple menu → System Settings → Bluetooth → select your PS5 controller → Pair.
- Connect PS5 Controller to Apple TV: Enable pairing mode on PS5 controller → On Apple TV, Go to Settings → Remotes and Devices → Bluetooth → select your PS5 controller.
One of the most remarkable features of PlayStation consoles is the Remote Play function. It allows you to play any PS5 games on your mobile devices. If you plan to use the Remote Play function on your iPhone or iPad, you should definitely connect your PS5 DualSense controller to these devices.
With the PS5 controller connected, you can play games with controller support on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV. To connect to other devices that are not PS5, you must put your DualSense controller in pairing mode. Your DualSense controller will be visible to other devices only in pairing mode.
Through this guide, we will help you connect the DualSense controller to different devices like iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV.
How to Connect PS5 Controller to iPhone or iPad
To connect your PS5 controller to your iPhone or iPad, the software OS must be on iOS 14.5 or iPadOS 14.5 or later. Once you ensure your device is compatible, follow the steps to connect your controller to PS5.
1. Ensure your PS5 controller is turned off.
2. Press the Share and PS buttons on your controller. This will put your PS5 controller in the Pairing Mode.
3. On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings.
4. Select Bluetooth.
5. Enable Bluetooth on your iPhone/iPad.
6. Wait a few seconds for your controller to appear under Other Devices.
7. Select your PS5 controller and click Pair.
Now, you can use the PS5 controller on supported iPhone/iPad games or the Remote Play function.
How to Connect PS5 Controller to Mac
Mac devices that run on macOS Big Sur 11.3 or later will be compatible with the DualSense Edge controller. Use the steps below to pair your PS5 controller to the Mac.
1. Shut down your PS5 controller and press the Share and PS buttons to put your controller on pairing mode.
2. On your Mac, click on Apple Menu → System Settings.
3. On the sidebar, select Bluetooth.
4. Under the Nearby Devices section, select your PS5 controller.
5. Click Pair to connect the controller to your Mac.
With the controller connected, you can now play controller-supported games on the Mac.
How to Connect PS5 Controller to Apple TV
Apple TV running on tvOS 14.5 or later can be paired with a DualSense controller using the following steps.
1. On your Apple TV, go to Settings.
2. Click on Remotes and Devices.
3. Select the Bluetooth option.
4. On your controller, press the Share and PS buttons to engage pairing mode on the controller.
5. Wait for the controller to appear on your Apple TV and click it.
Once paired, you can use the controller to control the Apple TV and play supported games.
FAQ
If you’re unable to connect your PS5 controller to your iPhone, check whether your PS5 controller is charged. Ensure that your iPhone that was running on iOS 14.5 or later.
Yes. You can connect the PS5 controller to a PC. Unlike all the devices mentioned above, you can connect the PS5 controller to a PC with or without a USB cable.
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