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The video discusses reasons not to buy the Backbone gaming controller, including design issues, high price, and the expensive Backbone Plus subscription. It highlights power problems, such as quick battery drainage and potential obsolescence for future Apple devices. Recommendations include considering phone upgrade habits before purchasing, especially for remote play users. The speaker also mentions an upcoming video on reasons to buy a Backbone and provides an Amazon link for support.
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In this segment of the video, three main reasons not to buy the Backbone controller are discussed. The first reason is design issues, such as slim grips and phone wobbling. The second reason is the high price compared to competitors like Gamesir X2 Pro and Razer Kishi. The third reason is the expensive Backbone Plus subscription service that blocks certain features behind a paywall, making it feel like a cash grab. New users get one year of Backbone Plus for free but may feel pressured to subscribe for full functionality.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses power issues with the Backbone gaming controller, highlighting how it drains the phone’s battery quickly while in use due to lack of internal power source. They mention the pass-through power port for external charging but point out the reduced portability. Additionally, they caution that the Backbone may become obsolete for new Apple devices with different connectors in the future. The speaker advises considering phone upgrade habits before purchasing the Backbone. They also discuss the PlayStation edition of the Backbone and how it alters button layouts for remote play, suggesting opting for the regular Backbone if not using remote play. Finally, the speaker teases an upcoming video about reasons to buy a Backbone and provides an Amazon link for purchase support.