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Hands-on with the MOGA gaming controller for Android (gallery)

Game play can sometimes be a bit difficult on mobile phones, but the MOGA gaming controller makes that experience much better. I am enjoying racing games again on the Galaxy Note II.
By Matthew Miller, Contributing Writer
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MOGA gaming controller retail package

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This image shows the retail package contents, including a handy setup card.

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AAA batteries are not included. You insert one in each handle through the doors in the back of the controller.

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There are two analog controllers and four gaming buttons on the right.

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The Galaxy Note II fits into the MOGA control arm.

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The angle of the MOGA controller arm is not adjustable, but is at an angle that works perfectly for gaming.

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The Note II is large as you can see in this image.

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Rubber pieces are placed on the top and bottom of the controller arm to hold the Android device in place.

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The view of the back shows how the controller arm extends to fit different sized devices.

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Pac Man is much easier to play with an analog joystick and the game was provided for free with my purchase.

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