Control Your PS4 with Phone and Enjoy Gaming

With the PS4 Remote Play app, you can control your PS4 with your phone. This app allows you to stream your PS4 games to your phone, giving you the freedom to play anywhere, anytime.

To use the PS4 Remote Play app, you'll need a stable internet connection and a PS4 console. Make sure your PS4 is connected to the same network as your phone for seamless streaming.

The app is available for both Android and iOS devices, so you can control your PS4 with your preferred smartphone. Simply download the app, follow the setup instructions, and you're good to go.

To set up your PS4 with your phone, you'll need to have a few things ready. You'll need an Android smartphone or tablet, an iPhone, or an iPad.

Make sure your PS4 console is updated to the latest version of the system software. You can check for updates by going to Settings > System Software Update.

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You'll also need a high-speed internet connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps. For best performance, aim for speeds of at least 15 Mbps.

Next, launch the PS Remote Play app on your mobile device and select Sign In to PSN. Sign in with the same account that you use for your PS4 console.

If you want to use mobile data for Remote Play, select Settings, then Mobile Data > Use Mobile Data. Be careful not to exceed your data cap or run up a large mobile phone bill.

Here's a list of devices you can use with Remote Play:

To connect your PS4 controller to your Android phone or tablet, you'll need to have Android 10 or higher. This allows for a stable connection via Bluetooth or USB.

The DualShock 4 controller can connect to your Android device via Bluetooth. Press and hold the PS and Share buttons until the back LED lights up in a double-blink pattern. Don't release the buttons early, or your phone won't detect it.

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You can also connect your PS4 controller via USB, but you'll need a USB-A/USB-C adapter or a USB-C to Micro-USB cable, as the cable that comes with the controller isn't compatible with the USB-C port on your Android device.

To connect your PS4 controller to your iPhone or iPad, press and hold the PS and Share buttons until the light on the back of the controller starts double-blinking then pausing at regular intervals. This should only take about five seconds.

Here are the general steps to connect your PS4 controller to your Android device:

Make sure your phone is capable of running Android 10 or later to connect your DualShock 4 via Bluetooth. If it can't, you'll either need to use a wired connection or buy a new Android phone.

Connecting your DualShock 4 to your Android device or iPhone/iPad is a straightforward process that requires minimal setup. You can connect your DualShock 4 via Bluetooth or USB, with the latter providing a more reliable connection but draining your phone's battery faster.

To connect via Bluetooth, press and hold the PS and Share buttons on your DualShock 4 until it enters pairing mode, indicated by a flashing white light bar on the back of the controller. You can also check your Bluetooth settings to see if the controller is already connected to your device.

For Android devices, you'll need to be running Android 10 or later to connect your DualShock 4 via Bluetooth. On stock Android, go to Settings > Connected devices > + Pair new device, and then hold the PS and Share buttons until the back LED lights up in a double-blink pattern.

If you're using an iPhone or iPad, press and hold the PS button and SHARE button on the wireless controller at the same time to activate pairing mode. The light bar on the back of the wireless controller will start flashing once pairing mode is active.

Here's a quick rundown of the steps to connect your DualShock 4 via Bluetooth:

Once you've connected your DualShock 4, you can use it to control compatible games and applications via Bluetooth.

To use your PS4 with your phone, you'll need to download the PS Remote Play app. This app allows you to control your PS4 from your phone, but it's not just a matter of downloading the app - you'll also need to set up your devices to meet the requirements.

The PS Remote Play app is compatible with Android smartphones and tablets, iPhones, and iPads, as long as they meet the system requirements. You can find the details about system requirements on Google Play or the App Store.

To set up PS Remote Play, you'll need a PS5 or PS4 console, a high-speed internet connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps, and a PlayStation Network account. You'll also need to update your console to the latest version of the system software.

With the app set up, you can start using your phone as a remote for your PS4. To do this, tap "Connect to PS4" and then select "Second Screen." This will give you a remote screen with four icons at the top. The first icon allows you to use the app as a "second screen" in a game, if the game supports it.

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The second icon allows you to swipe and tap on your phone to navigate the console's menus. The third icon gives you a keyboard on your smartphone, allowing you to quickly type in text fields. The fourth icon allows you to view comments from spectators while broadcasting gameplay.

If you're using a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, you can wirelessly connect them to your console for a more convenient typing experience.

Here are the steps to set up PS Remote Play:

1. Launch Remote Play on your mobile device and select Sign In to PSN.

2. Sign in with the same account that you use for your console.

3. Select PS5 or PS4.

4. The app searches for the console that you’ve signed in to using your account, and then connects to the console automatically.

When you're ready to start playing, turn on your console or put it into rest mode, and then launch Remote Play on your phone. Sign in with the same account that you use for your console, and select the console that you want to connect to.

You can also connect a DualShock 4 controller to your phone via Bluetooth. To do this, press and hold the PS and Share buttons on your controller until it enters pairing mode. Then, open your phone's Settings app and search for Bluetooth. Tap "Pair new device" and select "DualShock 4" from the list of available devices.

Once connected, you can use your controller to control your PS4 from your phone.

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