The news that the iControlPad that first surface back in 2008 is actually now available to order, with the first units being shipped around February 16. As Engadget notes, the physical control pad add-on adapter was originally going to be just a case with a dock connector, but the final version is apparently much, much better than that, as it now communicates with your iPhone via Bluetooth. In fact, the makers say that it will actually work with any phone/console or computer that has Bluetooth. The iControlPad has a digital Dpad, two analog nubs, six face buttons and two rear buttons, with a side clamp system which means that you can use it with almost any phone. The controller is mainly designed to use with jailbroken phones, but it will also work on an unbroken phone in keyboard mode.
Supporting any phone/console/computer with Bluetooth.
• Digital Dpad, 2 Analogue nubs, 6 face buttons and 2 rear buttons.
• Clever side clamp system allowing it to attach to almost any phone
• Multiple BT protocols supported
• Should 'just work' on any Android app which supports a PC gamepad.
• iPhone users should have jailbreak but does work on unbroken iPhone in keyboard mode.
• Internal 1500maH battery can also charge your phone via USB when playing.
• Upgradeable firmware, new features can be added, restrictions can be bypassed.
• Delivery starts in February.
How it works
The iControlPad uses Bluetooth to communicate with your mobile phone, so it can basically be used with any modern Smartphone - or even your PC!
It offers various different Bluetooth protocols, including standard HID. This is to ensure that you can use the iControlPad with current and future Smartphone generations.
Current side clamps support:
iPhone 3, iPhone 3G, iPhone, iPhone 3GS, iPhone4, iPod touch (some require padding), Motorola Backflip (needs padding), Lg Optimus S, Lg Ally, Blackberry Touch, Samsung Intercept (may require adjustment), HTC Dream, T-Mobile G1, Era G1.
Furthermore, any phones which are a similar size may fit, you might have to make your own adjustments to the iCP clamps to match.
Order now : http://www.icontrolpad.com/order