# Tablet Gaming Controllers The Drone Controller is Bluetooth-Enabled for Gaming On-the-Go By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-08-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drone-controller References: [blessthisstuff](http://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/technology/gaming/drone-mobile-bluetooth-gaming-controller/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DDI4HA0?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Touch-based technology is indeed fantastic, but sometimes you just want the optimized control of pressing a button and that's where the Drone Controller can come in handy for quickly adding a peripheral device with ease. Using Bluetooth to connect to your iOS, Android or Windows Mobile device, the Drone Controller goes to work as a [physical controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-m4-snapon) that will work with a variety of different gaming apps. The Drone Controller is an interesting adaptation of 21st century gaming because while many gamers have moved towards [touch-based devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir) for [mobile gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backbone-pro), the disconnect that's created has left many longing for the tactile response that came with traditional devices that are button-based. The Drone Controller can help to offer flexibility with regard to gaming and add an additional layer for players of all varieties. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Button-based Gaming:** Opportunity for developing gaming controllers that offer a tactile response with physical buttons for a more optimized control experience. - **Bluetooth Connectivity:** Opportunity for creating wireless gaming controllers that connect to mobile devices via Bluetooth, providing ease of use and compatibility across various platforms. - **Peripheral Integration:** Opportunity for developing peripheral devices, like the Drone Controller, that seamlessly integrate with mobile devices to enhance the gaming experience. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Gaming:** Opportunity for mobile gaming companies to develop and promote button-based gaming controllers to cater to gamers who prefer tactile controls. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics manufacturers to design and produce Bluetooth-enabled gaming controllers that can be used with a variety of mobile devices. - **Peripheral Devices:** Opportunity for peripheral device manufacturers to create innovative gaming controllers that seamlessly integrate with mobile devices, expanding their product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-beach-1.md) - [Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-s9.md) - [Mappable Mobile Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-mobile-gaming-controller.md) - [eSports-Grade Mobile Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-x4-aileron.md) - [Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-vagabond.md) - [Compact Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-flippad.md) - [Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kishi-ultra.md) - [Console-Style Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-g8-galileo.md) - [Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-stratus.md)