# Gaming Smartphone Docks The Gametel Wireless Controller Takes Mobile Gaming to the Next Level By Michael Hines | Published 2011-11-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gametel-wireless-controller References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/gametel-bluetooth-gamepad/20547/) & [gametelcontroller](http://gametelcontroller.com/) The Gametel wireless controller is a new controller designed for cellphone gaming. The controller was created by Swedish company Fructel and is compatible with both the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-beach-iphone-atom) and with Android devices. The Gametel wireless controller connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The controller features a retractable slot that can be used to hold your phone in place. Up to four controllers can connect to one phone, letting you take your [mobile phone gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir) to the next level. The Gametel wireless controller currently supports over 50 mobile games and is set to be released sometime in December with a price tag of around $78. Cellphone games have come a long way since the days of 'Tetris' and 'Snake.' It may not be long before all smartphones come with official game pad accessories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mobile Gaming Controllers:** The development of wireless controllers specifically designed for mobile gaming opens up opportunities for more immersive and console-like gaming experiences on smartphones. - **Multiplayer Mobile Gaming:** The ability to connect multiple wireless controllers to a single phone paves the way for multiplayer gaming experiences on smartphones, expanding the social aspect of mobile gaming. - **Expansion of Mobile Game Support:** With over 50 mobile games currently supported by the Gametel wireless controller, there is a growing trend in the industry to develop and optimize games that are compatible with these external gaming accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Gaming:** The introduction of gaming smartphone docks creates new opportunities for companies in the mobile gaming industry to enhance game experiences and capture a larger market share. - **Consumer Electronics:** The rise in demand for wireless gaming controllers for smartphones opens up new avenues for consumer electronics companies to develop and manufacture innovative gaming accessories. - **Telecommunications:** Wireless gaming controllers and smartphone docks present a disruptive innovation opportunity for the telecommunications industry to further integrate gaming capabilities into their devices and attract gaming enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-vagabond.md) - [Console-Style Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-g8-galileo.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) - [Hybrid Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-beach-1.md) - [Customizable Mobile Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperkin-x-gamesir-x5-alteron.md) - [Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-stratus.md) - [Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-pocket-taco.md) - [Micro Smartphone Gamepad Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-mobile-clip.md)