You can control your PS5 with your phone or other mobile devices, and it's surprisingly easy. This feature is made possible by the DualSense wireless controller's built-in Bluetooth technology.
The PS5 controller can be paired with your phone or other mobile devices using the PlayStation app. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices, making it accessible to a wide range of users.
To pair your controller with your phone, simply open the PlayStation app, select the "Devices" tab, and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Setting Up
To set up your PS5 for Remote Play, you'll need to follow a few simple steps. From the home screen, select Settings > System > Remote Play, and then turn on Enable Remote Play. You can adjust this setting for each user.
To start Remote Play while your PS5 console is in rest mode, select Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode. Then, turn on Stay Connected to the Internet and Enable Turning on PS5 from Network.
You'll also need to update your console to the latest version of the system software. Always update your console to ensure you have the latest features and security patches.
To set up the Remote Play app on your mobile device, download the app if you don't already have it installed. The app is available for free for Android and iPhone.
Once the app has been downloaded, connect your mobile device to the same WiFi network as your PS5. Launch the app and sign in with the same PlayStation Network Account that has been used to sign in to the PlayStation 5 itself.
Here are the system requirements for using Remote Play:
- Android smartphone or tablet, iPhone, or iPad
- PS5 console or PS4 console
- An account for PlayStation Network
- High-speed internet connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps
- A DualSense wireless controller, DualSense Edge wireless controller, or DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller
- A microphone, such as the built-in microphone on your mobile device
By following these steps, you'll be able to set up your PS5 for Remote Play and start controlling your console with your mobile device.
Installing the App
You can download and install the PS Remote Play app from Google Play or the App Store. The app is available for free for Android and iPhone.
To install the app, simply navigate to the respective store, search for "PS Remote Play", and click the "Download" or "Get" button. You can use the same app to connect to both your PS5 and PS4 consoles.
The app is available for both Android and iPhone devices. To check the system requirements, you can visit the Google Play or App Store websites.
You'll only need to do these steps the first time you use the app. After that, you can simply launch the app and sign in to start using Remote Play.
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Compatibility and Devices
You can control your PS5 with your phone, but you'll need to make sure your devices meet the requirements. You'll need an Android smartphone or tablet, iPhone, or iPad, a PS5 or PS4 console, a PlayStation Network account, and a high-speed internet connection.
For Android devices, smartphones and tablets running Android 9 or later can play PS Remote Play games using on-screen controls. If you have a DualSense wireless controller, you can connect it to your Android smartphone or tablet running Android 12 or later.
Here are some specific Android devices that support the DualSense and DUALSHOCK 4 controllers:
- Android smartphones and tablets running Android 12 or later (DualSense wireless controller)
- Android smartphones and tablets running Android 10 or higher (DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller)
- Android TV and Chromecast with Google TV running OS 12 or later (DualSense or DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller)
iPhone and iPad
If you're an iPhone or iPad user, you're in luck because these devices are compatible with PS Remote Play. Any Apple device running iOS 14 or later can play PS Remote Play games using the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller via Bluetooth or through on-screen controls.
To take advantage of this feature, make sure your iPhone or iPad is running the latest software. You can check for updates in the App Store. It's also worth noting that devices running iOS 14.5 or later can play with a DualSense wireless controller via Bluetooth.
If you have a newer iPhone or iPad, you'll be happy to know that phone devices running iOS 15 or later are compatible with the Backbone One-PlayStation Edition. This is a great option if you want to play PS Remote Play games with a more premium controller experience.
Here are some key compatibility details for iPhone and iPad users:
Android Devices
Android devices offer a range of compatibility options for PS Remote Play.
You can play PS Remote Play games using on-screen controls on Android smartphones and tablets running Android 9 or later.
Smartphones and tablets running Android 10 or higher can connect to a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller via Bluetooth.
The DualSense wireless controller is supported on Android smartphones and tablets running Android 12 or later.
Android phone devices running Android 10.0 or above are compatible with the Backbone One-PlayStation Edition.
You can check what Android devices support DualSense and DUALSHOCK 4 controller drivers by consulting your device's manufacturer.
Here's a quick rundown of compatible Android devices:
Using the App
To start using the PS5 with your phone, you'll need to download the PS Remote Play app from the Google Play or App Store.
The app is available for free for Android and iPhone, and you can use it to connect to your PS5 console and PS4 console. You'll only need to do this the first time you use the app.
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To set up the app, you'll need to download it, connect your mobile device to the WiFi network, and launch the app to sign in with the same PlayStation Network Account that has been used to sign in to the PlayStation 5 itself.
You'll need to have a high-speed internet connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps to use Remote Play. For best performance, a high-speed connection with upload and download speeds of at least 15 Mbps is recommended.
To use mobile data for Remote Play, you'll need to set up your mobile device by launching Remote Play, selecting Sign In to PSN, and signing in with the same account that you use for your console. Then, select Settings at the upper right corner of the screen, select Mobile Data > Use Mobile Data, and select OK.
Here's a list of the devices and requirements you'll need to use Remote Play:
- Android smartphone or tablet, iPhone, or iPad
- PS5 console or PS4 console
- PlayStation Network Account
- High-speed internet connection (at least 5 Mbps)
- DualSense wireless controller, DualSense Edge wireless controller, or DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller
- Microphone (such as the built-in microphone on your mobile device)
Sources
- https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/games/playstation-remote-play-on-mobile-devices/
- https://www.playstation.com/en-us/remote-play/
- https://www.techspot.com/downloads/6882-ps4-remote-play.html
- https://www.ytechb.com/how-to-control-playstation-5-with-smartphone-using-remote-play/
- https://steelseries.com/blog/how-to-set-up-ps5-for-remote-play-1108
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