Multimedia Gaming Pads

Mad Catz's Gaming Pad Also Operates as a Multimedia Keyboard

Gaming tech company Mad Catz has developed a gaming pad specifically designed for Samsung's Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge smartphone. In addition to its gamer-friendly elements, this gaming device also works as a multimedia keyboard.

Now that the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have finally been revealed, peripheral makers have been creating products to assist Samsung's latest smartphones. Spearheading the movement, Mad Catz has refashioned is S.U.R.F.R gaming pad to work perfectly with both the S7 and the S7 Edge.

The gaming pad pairs with Bluetooth and features dual analog sticks, a full-size QWERTY keyboard and two triggers. It also comes with four main buttons for gaming as well as others like home, back and multitask that act as Android OS shortcuts.

Multimedia Gaming Pads
Expect more gaming pads with additional multimedia features to enter the market.
Smartphone Gaming Accessories
Look out for a surge in smartphone gaming accessory products.
Bluetooth Gaming Devices
More Bluetooth-enabled gaming devices will be developed for smartphones.

Where This Applies

Gaming Technology
Incorporating multimedia features into gaming devices helps companies keep up with consumer demand.
Mobile Accessories
As smartphone gaming continues to grow, mobile accessories companies have the opportunity to tap into this market.
Bluetooth Technology
As more devices become Bluetooth-enabled, companies can develop products that can connect and work seamlessly together.
SCORE
1.8 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 24%
Activity 23%
Freshness 8%

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