Gaming Accessories for Phone
A 7-item kit that turns it into a handheld

What’s in the kit

7 items, one job each. Already own one? Skip it and get the rest.

1. 1
   Turns your phone into a handheld

   GameSir G8 Galileo

   Plug-in USB-C mobile controller · typically $70–$80 on Amazon

   Your thumbs cover the screen when you play on touch. The GameSir G8 Galileo fixes that by putting a real controller on both sides of the phone. It plugs into the USB-C port, so there is no pairing and no Bluetooth to drop out. The listing names Hall effect sticks and triggers, pass-through charging, a 3.5 mm audio jack and two extra buttons you can map on the fly. It fits Android phones with USB-C and, per the listing, the iPhone 15 series. It will not fit a Lightning iPhone (14 or older). Check that your game supports controllers, as Call of Duty: Mobile does. Two catches: the listing says to use it with no case, or a case under 1 mm thick, and its companion app is Android only. Want it cheaper, or Bluetooth? The 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile is the alternative, at about $40–$50 when checked. Want an iPhone-first brand? The Backbone One 2nd Gen listing names iPhone 15 to 18 and Android.

   • Wired USB-C connection, so no pairing and no Bluetooth lag
   • Passes power through, so you can charge while you play
   • Has a 3.5 mm jack for wired earbuds

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2. 2
   Keeps the phone cool in long matches

   Black Shark FunCooler 5

   Magnetic phone cooler with RGB · typically $30–$40 on Amazon

   A hot phone slows itself down to protect itself, and that is when frame rates drop in a long match. The Black Shark FunCooler 5 clips onto the back of the phone with a 12N magnet and uses a thermoelectric (Peltier) cooling plate, with a quiet mode and a faster one. It weighs about 0.18 lb. It is wired: the listing says it needs a power source over 20W, and no cable is in the box, so the power bank below does double duty. The magnet is the catch. It suits iPhones with the magnetic (MagSafe) back. The listing also names Android, but most Android phones have no built-in magnets, so plan on a magnetic ring or case. We picked the 5 over the newer FunCooler 6 because the 6 listing names iPhone and iPad only. The listings do not say the cooler fits behind a plug-in controller, so check the thickness first. If they clash, use the cooler for touch play.

   • Actively cools the back of the phone, not just a heat sink
   • Quiet silent mode for long sessions
   • Light enough to hold with one hand

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3. 3
   Powers the phone and the cooler

   Anker Nano Power Bank 45W

   10,000 mAh power bank with a retractable cable · typically $40–$50 on Amazon

   A cooler, a controller and a long match all drain the battery. The Anker Nano Power Bank 45W is a 10,000 mAh bank with a built-in retractable USB-C cable and a 45W max single-port USB-C output, so it clears the cooler’s 20W need with room to spare. It also supports pass-through charging, which means it can recharge itself while it charges your phone, and it has a smart display. The listing says it gives the iPhone 16 series and Samsung phones 40W fast charging, and that it is flight-approved. It measures 3.21 x 1.99 x 1.42 inches and weighs 8.2 oz, so it fits a pocket. Plug its cable into the controller’s pass-through port to charge while you play. The trade-offs: the 45W is for a single port, so do not expect the cooler and a full-speed phone charge from one bank at once, and it costs more than a basic bank.

   • Built-in retractable cable, so there is nothing loose to lose
   • 45W is well above the cooler’s 20W need
   • Pass-through charging, with a display that shows what is left

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4. 4
   Lag-free sound and team chat

   HyperX Cloud Earbuds II

   Wired gaming earbuds with mic · typically $20–$30 on Amazon

   Bluetooth earbuds add a short delay between what you see and what you hear, and in a shooter that delay hides the footsteps. The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II are wired, so there is no lag and no battery to charge. The listing names 14 mm drivers, an inline mic with a multifunction button for calls and media, four ear-tip sizes, a hard case and a low-profile 90° plug. With the G8 Galileo you plug straight into its 3.5 mm jack. On a touch-play phone without a headphone jack, such as an iPhone 15 or newer, you need a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter, so buy one with them. The trade-offs are the cable itself, which can snag, and a basic inline mic, which is fine for squad chat but is not a studio mic. Skip them if you already own low-lag Bluetooth earbuds and are happy with them.

   • Wired, so sound and picture stay in sync
   • Mic and call button built into the cable
   • Four ear-tip sizes and a hard case

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5. 5
   Adds shoulder buttons for touch shooters

   BIGBIG WON Gaming Triggers

   Clip-on mobile shooter triggers · typically $20–$30 on Amazon

   On touch, your thumbs move, aim and fire all at once, which is why shooters feel cramped. The BIGBIG WON Gaming Triggers clip onto the phone and give your index fingers two physical buttons, so one thumb can move while the other aims. The listing says it uses mechanical micro switches, needs no battery, driver, app or Bluetooth, weighs 30.4 g and fits phones about 6 mm to 11.4 mm thick. It lists support for PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty: Mobile and Fortnite, on iPhone and Android. You then move your on-screen fire and aim buttons under the triggers in the game’s layout settings, so the game must let you drag its buttons. The rules matter: the listing says to take the phone case off, and these are only for touch players. If you play on a plug-in controller, skip them.

   • Two real buttons for your index fingers
   • No battery, no pairing and no setup app
   • Light at 30.4 g

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6. 6
   Dry, smooth thumbs for touch play

   Gaming Finger Sleeves (10 Pieces)

   Silver-fiber thumb sleeves · typically $10–$20 on Amazon

   Sweat makes a thumb stick to glass, and a stuck thumb misses the swipe. These gaming finger sleeves slide over your thumb or finger and, per the listing, are made of breathable, silver-infused fabric meant for smooth glide on any touchscreen. A pack of 10 pieces gives you spares for washing or losing them. They are the cheapest item in the kit and the easiest to try. Know the limits: this listing has no brand name in its title, and the bullets we saw give no size chart, so see the listing for sizing. Thin fabric also wears out, and they need a wash now and then. Skip them if you play on a controller, because your thumbs then rest on sticks and not on the screen.

   • The cheapest item in the kit
   • Breathable fabric for long sessions
   • Works on phones, tablets and handhelds

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7. 7
   Props the phone up hands-free

   LISEN Cell Phone Stand

   Adjustable desk phone stand · typically $10–$20 on Amazon

   This is not a gaming product, but it is a cheap one that helps on long nights. The LISEN Cell Phone Stand lifts the phone to eye level, with height from 7.1 to 8.5 inches and an angle from 5° to 85°, a charging hole with cable management, and an anti-slip silicone base. The listing says it fits cases such as OtterBox and has a 365-day replacement promise. Use it when you play with a separate Bluetooth controller you already own, when you follow a stream or a guide while you wait in a queue, or to keep the phone charging upright between matches. The trade-offs: the stand holds a phone still, so it does nothing while you hold the phone in your hands, and a plug-in controller needs no stand. Skip it if you only play handheld.

   • Adjustable height and angle for eye-level viewing
   • Charging hole keeps the cable tidy
   • Anti-slip base and a 365-day replacement promise

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