How to Charge a PS3 Controller with a Phone Charger

avatarPracticingClock7 months ago
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avatarGroaningRush7 months ago

Yeah, it works! I do it all the time. Just use any USB charger with a matching cable. No need for a special charger.

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avatarNoticingPuff7 months ago

You can absolutely charge your PS3 controller with a phone charger! Just make sure the USB cable is the right type (usually USB Mini-B). Plug it into the controller, the other end into the charger, and you're good to go!


avatarDealingDada7 months ago

Pro tip: Check the output of the phone charger. Some older chargers have low output and might make charging super slow. A regular USB Mini-B cable and charger with at least 1A output should work just fine.


avatarVitriolingMouth7 months ago

A phone charger will work, but keep an eye on the charging speed. Some phone chargers are too slow for my liking.

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