# Smartphone Gaming Systems The Kanex GoPlay Sidekick Wireless Game Controllers are Highly Portable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-game-controllers References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/kanex-goplay-sidekick-wireless-game-controller-for-iphone-ipad-and-apple-tv.htm) & [kanex](http://www.kanex.com/goplay-sidekick) The smartphone revolutionized the gaming industry and products like the Kanex GoPlay Sidekick wireless gaming controllers are continuing to be developed in order to further enhance the experience for users. Traditional gaming consoles remain popular but have been affected by the increase of users that are turning to their [smartphones and tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kishi-v3) in order to get their gaming fix. The Kanex GoPlay Sidekick enables this with a design that offers 20 hours of play with the wireless controller on a single charge. The Kanex GoPlay Sidekick wireless gaming controllers work with your smartphone or tablet and even works with the [Apple TV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boardrop). The system works to expand gaming capabilities by adding joysticks and buttons to end the need to utilize on-screen controls. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new gaming accessories and technologies that enhance the mobile gaming experience. - **Wireless Controllers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create more portable and versatile wireless gaming controllers for various devices. - **Growth in Smartphone Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish platforms and services that cater specifically to the growing market of smartphone gamers. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative accessories that improve gameplay and maximize convenience for gamers. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate gaming capabilities and features into a wide range of consumer electronic devices. - **Mobile App Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge mobile gaming applications that push the boundaries of what is possible on smartphones and tablets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Gamepad Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-gamepad.md) - [Compact Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-flippad.md) - [Console-Style Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-g8-galileo.md) - [Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-pocket-taco.md) - [eSports-Grade Mobile Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-x4-aileron.md) - [Mappable Mobile Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-mobile-gaming-controller.md) - [Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-s9.md) - [Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kishi-ultra.md) - [Snap-On Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-gaming-controller1.md)