WAS I WRONG? Should You Buy NEW PLAYSTATION PORTAL in 2024...(OR THIS)

Was I wrong about the new playstation portal. Should you buy New Playstation Portal in 2024 or pickup the new PS Backbone One Playstation.
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[@CKidM]

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[@carloswiggins7256]

You have to get the 2nd Generation Backbone, which is the one that recently came out, and it allows you to fit it over your phone case.

[@uselessskills]

I gotta give you a slow clap bro for an excellent video I agree with almost all your points. And I agree if you have $200 the portal is obviously the better choice. But you also forgot to mention when factoring in the price that the backbone can be used to play gamepass as well as some native iOS games on your phone. And more importantly can also be used to remote play from ps4 whereas the portal is limited to only the ps5 and that’s it.

[@jeffcarrier9808]

I don't feel anyone should do that. In that case just buy a much cheaper $200 portal.

[@nategreatgames78]

@@jeffcarrier9808 unless your getting some crazy cheap deal on an old phone off EBay or something that seems kinda silly. You’re buying way more tech than you need to just do remote play. If you already have an old phone laying around that your not using then that would be more practical as you already have it. I was going to do that with my IPhone 6s, dont ever trade in my phones, try to repurpose them like an IPod. But Xlcoud didn’t work too great on a 6s. Remote play works fine on it though

[@ESTENT-cu7qd]

I have 2 phones dedicated to just gaming a iPhone 14 Pro Max and a galaxy (cant remember which ones) the iPhone is hooked to a backbone but I got the portal because of screen size and comfort the galaxy is hooked to a gamesir controller o use it for emulation games

[@Repsahj]

I never and will never use my phone in dedicated gaming.

[@CKidM]

People do tho lol

[@erickpenaloza1]

Well you can keep using the portal . Rather use my phone , connects to internet faster and less problems down the line.

[@BlaznAngel]

I've started using my galaxy s22 ultra to remote play and plugged in the nreal / xReal glasses. 100' screen projected and it was not bad. Normal ps5 controller Bluetooth connected. Ps5 was in Florida. I was in Peru. Spidey2 , still killing symbiotes hardest lvl. It worked.

[@xtraalexx909]

I'm not downplaying the portal but I'd say from what I've heard all over the Internet the backbone is fine but definitely shouldn't be used more than an hour tops but if you got the portal then that's great since it's a lot better in most ways

[@CKidM]

@@BlaznAngel Oh I see you've taken it to the next level!

[@greedyyawgoo5635]

People hate Portal but it is always Sold out... they need to understand that this system is not handheld but a good remote play if the TV is used by either one of your family, this is why this system is called "Daddy's handheld".

[@CKidM]

Facts 😂

[@erickpenaloza1]

I personally don’t hate it , I sold it because i hardly played due to it always lagging . Backbone connects so much faster and doesn’t lag. Can connect to WiFi and 5g independently . You don’t need to turn on your PS5 to play .

[@aaw265]

The portal is a glorified wii u controller.

[@dizzyking7143]

Fell in love with the portal over Christmas break as i was over 1,200 miles away from home (My PS5). I finsihed spiderman 2 from start to finish on my portal while being 1,200 miles away from home with little to no issues. Whats even more crazy is that my in laws where i was only get about 30 mbps down and 10 up as they live in a small town. Being able to finish a AAA game that far away from my system on a dual sense with a screen stuck in the middle, still blows my mind right now. Appreciate your reviews on the portal, as your reviews pushed me to buy the thing, which helped me not be completely bored at the in laws this Christmas 😂

[@SourStrawberrys]

That has nothing to do with this video. This video is showing meant to introduce you to the backbone one which you can play more than just PS5 remote play with it.

[@dizzyking7143]

Ok, and whats your point? Was sharing my experience with the portal. I am also refrencing his past videos about the portal as they persuaded me to purchase it.

[@erickpenaloza1]

@@SourStrawberrys backbone is way better !

[@oni_vergil7342]

⁠@@erickpenaloza1you clearly don’t have a portal 😂

[@jrico247]

Meanwhile I'm in my house and get lag on my portal with 1gb internet

[@GoodControls]

I purchased the backbone instead and absolutely love it for my 11 pro, granted I could’ve got the portal but decided to wait on the 2nd gen just in case they decide to take a vita route. The backbone definitely gives me a the psvita feel more then the portal. You can access many different game clouds and systems which is a major plus

[@kenn1990]

Same. I also never play remotely so I got the backbone to see if I’d actually use it.

[@CMar4]

Rumors are they are making a new psp separate from this so we will see if this becomes a wasted device

[@MrJbowden10]

I got a portal in the second round. I’ve loved it and had little issue so far. But have mostly only used it at home. I’d heard of the backbone but was never interested in it. I like dedicated devices for things. I don’t think I would have ever got a backbone to play games. My phone screen just feels too small. And I can never tell the difference in refresh rates and all that. The portal screen is beautiful and a good size. I would definitely suggest people go that route if they have the money to spend.

[@michaeljones5307]

I got my son the portal for Xmas (for both of us really 😁), it's amazing, I've used it over my phones hotspot, my WiFi, my in-laws WiFi, it's been practically perfect, a few resolution issues occasionally, but totally worth the money

[@bdgabuilt]

The backbone makes me curious about the possibility of attaching it to an OLED tablet. Would probably be great but with added functionality of having a web browser, bluetooth, etc.

[@uhohginax3]

i wouldve considered the backbone if it opened wide enough to hold my ipad mini 6.

[@Huskiv_]

Cj just started watching your videos and i absolutely love them so much i even subscribed with notis on and for ps remote u dont have to go to the power options and put it in rest mode when ur streaming from the ps remote app tap on ur screen and it will show the on screen remote controller button as well as a gear on the down left of the screen when u click that press disconnect and check the option put ps5 in rest mode.

[@NorthernPaladin5146]

I still give it to the portal. I do not tieing my phone and screen is way to small. Don't get me wrong, remote play app is amazing. The backbone is a great device but at end of day I want my portal in my hands.

[@benjimancha5515]

Same I have both and the portal makes my hands not feel cramped and I can play for a longer time on the portal

[@tsd811]

Been using the backbone for over a year, it’s smooth as hell. I feel the portal is a missed opportunity and probably wouldn’t invest in until it’s capable of streaming games a la gamepass. Maybe wait for a 2nd gen version or steamdeck

[@schmidthelena2789]

I luv how ur videos are that entertaining❤ U definitely deserve a mil. subs

[@ZekeBarzahd]

Backbone version 2 allows cases to fit. It works on mine, but they have to be smaller sized cases. I don't have any problem with mine fitting. I also got it for 60 bucks around black Friday.

[@CKidM]

Yea I think my cases are more on the thicker side

[@ZekeBarzahd]

@@CKidM if you're unsure of the version you got, it says it on the bottom of the box, if you still have it.

[@erickpenaloza1]

@@ZekeBarzahd he’s using a lightning port , meaning it’s the old backbone . The new version is USB-C optimized for IPhone 15 pro max !

[@ZekeBarzahd]

@@erickpenaloza1 good call out. I don't have an iPhone so that thought didn't cross my mind.

[@ZekeBarzahd]

@@erickpenaloza1 I was gonna say, the case he showed looked the same size as my phone case, if not smaller.

[@Bjm702]

The problem I have with the backbone is the joysticks placement. The D-pad is not good for fighting games. PS Portal handling is better. You have to take out the pads inside the backbone grips for you to use your phone case.

[@shampo0157]

I am a pc player and stumbled upon this video even though I am not buying either your content was amazing thank you so much for this great in depth video you didn’t leave nothing out definitely got a sub from me keep doing your thing brother!

[@KironKabir]

I distinctly remember you were rapping at some point on this channel. Is that finished now? Great video btw

[@anthonycruz7055]

Yo, great video! To answer your question about the Backbone having a dedicated iPhone. That's exactly what I do now. I use an old iPhone XR and the gameplay runs fine. I was on the Backbone since they launched the Playstation model. I'm not sure if the Portal is the right move for me to upgrade, because I am using the Backbone on occasion, and not so often. Like you said the Backbone saves you $100, and sometimes you can even get it for $50 if you're lucky.

[@BrandonL-wb8lp]

Excellent review. Keep it up

[@Deaino313]

I use multiple devices so I guess you can say I have dedicated devices for mobile gaming. Z Fold 4 and iPhone Pro Max so I get the better refresh rates of those devices, I agree with you. You can’t beat the portals overall authenticity to the PS ecosystem but as a Backbone user, the backbone gets the job done and its more versatile. I subscribed to the Backbone+ and take full advantage of the other streaming services like Gamepass. I don’t even own an Xbox but I can stream games from my Xbox account from the backbone. Love the channel bro. Keep it up 💯

[@ftheman1108]

You can get a rubber adapter for the camera bump with the iPhone right off the backbone app for free, it’ll help the phone fit more securely in there. I used the backbone for about 6 months until I got my Portal. It really served its purpose and I had a great experience with it l. But the portal, It’s undeniably a better experience vs gaming on your phone with the backbone. The larger screen and feedback from the controller help immerse you more into the game as well. Anyone saying the backbone is better than the portal probably just aren’t able to find one lol

[@jeffcarrier9808]

I've been using my phone ever since I retired my Vita for remote play. It feels so good to leave my phone free and just use a Portal instead. I also can't go back to the small screen.

[@Overdrive05]

See this is what made me go down another path. Had a buddy that had a backbone and the screen quality and higher refresh was amazing. I ended up selling my portal...and got a OLED Steam Deck. The ability to use HDR with a higher refresh than the portal...I have access to my steam library and now my ps5.

[@newagehero9605]

Wait you can play ps5 games on steam deck?

[@Overdrive05]

​@newagehero9605 yes you can setup remote play on the steam deck. Look up Chiaki 4 Deck

[@devacademe]

@@newagehero9605 steam deck is a basically a PC, so yes, you can run PS5 games on it through Remote Play

[@AmeturePro]

love to see you uploading so frequently SHEESH!

[@AmeturePro]

dont let burnout be a thing though take as much breaks as necessary

[@CKidM]

Oh we back back baby!!!

[@CKidM]

Oh we back back baby!!!

[@jeffcarrier9808]

When you test connect speed, do you normally test the Portal first? This would be when psn server locates your ps5. So the phone can skip that step if you connect that next. Because both use psn server to locate your ps5 first when you establish a remote play session (which is tracked by psn server).

[@K.Q.903]

The backbone comes with an adapter for larger phones, at first I had the same problem but when I double check the box i found it and it keeps my phone steady and secured

[@pandizzle07]

I ordered mine from the backbone site for free. Didn’t even pay for shipping

[@richardwagner6428]

Mine came with an adapter in the box and when I set the backbone up on my phone they also sent me one in the mail for free just for setting it up. Came in the mail like 2 days later

[@Link23809]

@CKidM There is a 2nd Gen version of the Backbone. It sounds like you picked up the older 1st Gen. 2nd Gen has slightly different packaging with an updated image on the front and it says for iphone & Android. It's also USB-C and has magnectic pieces that allow for using a case with your phone. I have a case on my phone and it fit with no issues after swapping out the pieces. If you plan on keeping it and are still within the return period, exchange it for the newer version.

[@DoritosResidue]

I just got my portal tonight. I just got a new gaming router today as well in which I needed to get a new router anyway. I got the backbone a couple weeks back. Heres some things I noticed on local the ps remote with the backbone with my s22 ultra and even multiple iPads with os remote play ,it stutters and struggles. But when remote on 5g mobile data on my s22 ultra as long as I'm stationary or on another network away from home the backbone on ps remote play works phenomenally well... Now with my portal I just got I have no problems whatsoever on local or remote on someone else's network so far. It just freaking works. So this leads me to believe the portal has some type of proprietary software or hardware or both that makes it stream better. I also learned the ps5 does not do well with cat8 ethernet cables for some reason. It should just default to the maximum speed it can handle even if cat 8 cables are used but it doesn't. I tried 3 different brands and they all have the bad performance. Just regular cat5 or even cat 6 cables work well.

[@saifal-badri]

Whats the link for the silicon case you have on your portal it looks nice!

[@rjclay5155]

It’s also big to note the portal can’t connect to WiFi you that needs a sign in. Places like Starbucks, airports/planes, hospitals etc. really limits you

[@mystic-epiphany9541]

Some phones like the samsung note10+ thru the new s24ultra have a feature that let's u share wifi that your phone is connected to acting as a Hotspot for the portal might work with your phone to works well

[@waynetaft5745]

Brill vid bro just managed to get a portal and I love it …insightful vid loved it .. cheer❤ Wayne England

[@brontoenator]

I'm using the Gamesir G8, it has better ergonomics than backbone, I would love to see your opinion about it, but no lighting port option, only usb-c

[@Ravehilator]

I really wanted a PS Portal, but the situation with the stick not working and a new device instead of a return made me think about the feasibility of the device. In my country, PS Portal costs not $200 but all $400, and the gamepad is not officially sold in my country. So here I am thinking, why would I want a device that might die, and even without official Sony support? I bought the Logitech G Cloud, it costs $200 in my country instead of $350 in the US. Yes, it won't have Dualsense vibration, but you can put PS1, PS2, PSP, GameCube, Gamepass games from Xbox, Spotify and KZbin. Sounds like a great offer and compensation to me.

[@xtraalexx909]

I think it really depends because I would love a PlayStation portal since it seems like the backbone but better aside from price and stickdrift wise but aside from those 2 factors I'd say it's better to spend the extra $100 as something a little long term but if you just wanna play on shorter bursts and aren't gonna be playing for more than an hour the backbone is fine if you don't use it too much because like C said it could have some potentially bad long term damage for overusing the battery and could disrupt basic functions

[@erickpenaloza1]

My battery lasted 8-11 hours playing the backbone on a flight . So it’s definitely got a better than portal when it comes to battery . If my iPhone battery messed up, I could easily replace it for a new one at Apple with Apple care for free. Can’t say the same for the portal after the 1 year manufacturer warranty ends . You would have to buy a new one at that point. I got rid of my portal last week. Definitely faster with no lags on BackBone .

[@jeffcarrier9808]

The smaller sticks are for the exact same reason as the even smaller sticks on PSVR2... to reduce input delay. They require less work and movement from your thumbs.

[@erickpenaloza1]

That’s not true 🤣🤣🤣 bigger stick would have less input lag . Look at the PS5 , Xbox , and Scuff controllers. There big for a reason

[@DaKingDillon3]

love ya vids bro! Sony needa get with you!!

[@abrahamvelazquez1452]

I have both I can say the portal Is better for indoor in house gaming but the backbone is good for travel however has the issues were my hand cramp up when I play games like spider man and it’s hard to play and see text with the size of the phone of the screen. Overall there both good products with their respective issues

[@hellkath]

I loooove my Portal! Im a day 1 adopter and honestly it’s been running near perfect since I’ve had it, even before the patch (think it crashed once after many gaming hours). Ive always loved handhelds and some games I’d even pick up on switch instead of ps5 just so I could play them on handheld.. now the switch will be for first party games only as everything else just looks way better on the portal. My only concern is that now my PS5 is always running in between the times I game in the living room tv and those I play in bed on the Portal instead of dividing that time in between different consoles.

[@snupe8186]

I have used both and I prefer the Portal. Using the phone is ok, but when you’re getting phone calls or text messages it interrupts your game. Also like mentioned it does drain your phone faster and gets hot. Eventually you might break these $1,000 phones because you wanted to play games

[@spiritravelermdk8508]

Great vid. Decided that I'm getting a portal. Backbone One requires a cell phone and I will not be using my cell for gaming ever. If your network sucks, don't get a portal is what I hear. Its very convenient for my usage.

[@jodymalotorres]

Here my thoughts I agree with you when you said we needed the replaceable joysticks, I also think it would be awesome if they added an Ethernet connection for hardwired connections for faster speeds to play online and an hdmi port to plug into a tv then i can play online in another country play on a tv if I wanted and change my sticks if I get stuck drift also if they added a port for external ssd we’d be playing anywhere anytime all the time. Ps portal pro is a must I’d pay $400 for it how about you?

[@stephensniff]

My phone turns gaming mode anytime I connect a Bluetooth controller/ backbone, and have never had the same heat issues he’s talking about when using my backbone. I have an iPhone 13 Pro Max.

[@deebev9023]

I use my backbone with my Samsung Fold 4. I love using it with my Fold because the screen is almost as big as the PlayStation portal. I don't understand why no one compare the PS Portal to the Backbone with a Samsung Fold? I also use my backbone on my Samsung Tab S+ and Ultra so I am not sure if I would get the PS Portal. Outside of how comfortable the controller is and the haptic feedback, I feel like I already have what it provides. The fact that I can use my backbone on other devices seems better for me.

[@brutalhonesty07]

I gotta do something with my older iPhones. I don’t need to buy it for dedicated for gaming. One will be repurposed with time due to the upgrade cycle. But is your backbone a lightning connector or usb-c? That’s one thing you didn’t cover.

[@hypieharry7307]

Having tried both i prefer using the Portal. The bigger screen and better controller made a difference. Also i don't have to tie up my phone. My Bluetooth headphones work fine on the portal when I plug the USB-C adapter in the front of my PS5. Got the Razer Hammerhead Hyperspeed Playstation headphones.and i haven't noticed any sound lag. Obviously this wouldn't work if i was away from home.

[@Waynesworldofgaming]

Obviously budget is an issue but i love my portal, it is so much better than the backbone. A lot more premium and the haptic feedback is 👌🏻

[@benjimancha5515]

And I bet your hands don’t cramp up

[@Waynesworldofgaming]

@@benjimancha5515 definitely man

[@doctorkhumalo7730]

Misses got me the Portal for Xmas and I love it, I think she did it more for her, TV time, but I'm definitely not complaining, I haven't played my playstation on the TV since I got it, I take it to work and everything, best thing ever.

[@Sorazfr]

bro trying to find backbone's flaw 🕵🏾‍♂️ vs bro trying to find ps portal's flaw 👨🏾‍🦯

[@bradleymckenna595]

Nice job bro

[@CKidM]

Thanks 🙏🏾

[@Squarethrone1980]

Better comparison would be Portal Vs G Cloud or iPad w/controller. I enjoy my portal but I have buyers remorse due to no Bluetooth and no browser login. When it works it’s awesome but it doesn’t connect faster than the remote play app.

[@CKidM]

Noted. G cloud on my radar

[@sportsgt]

Don't forget the GameSir G8 Galileo Mobile Gaming Controller...controller is a beast with replaceable analog stick tops (x3), halleffect analog sticks and two back remappble buttons at $71 dollars USD is a steal compared to the Backbone One at $100 bucks

[@Squarethrone1980]

@@sportsgt Agreed. I probably would not have gotten a Gen 2 Backbone if I had known about the G8. I wish they would release a model for the iPad mini.

[@Monarch3230]

The phone doesn’t get hot when using remote play. The backbone you have in the video is a gen1 which is not compatible with cases but there is a Gen2 backbone that is compatible with most cases. Ps you could connect your iPhone to a monitor using a portable dock and connect your backbone to the dock using a cable in case you wanna play in a monitor else where than home.

[@SM-kn7uj]

Portal doesn’t get hot either lol

[@Monarch3230]

@@SM-kn7uj cant use VPN on portal

[@SourStrawberrys]

Did we find this video helpful? Absolutely not, you didn't even mention the backbone app or the fact that it can play more than just PS remote play such as Apple Arcade, Gamepass, Playstore games, Steam, etc which is very nice. And the smartphone doesn't get hot at all when using remote play. It only gets hot when you're playing games that is downloaded on the phone via the play store, or apple store. If you're phone is getting hot it is because YOU have extra stuff running in the background that is not related to gaming. You didn't even touch the surface of the backbone, you only compared the very limited features that the portal has and didn't mention all the extra features that the portal allows you to do.

[@urwackartist]

quick question for anyone who owns the backbone, is it only for remote play or do you not need to own a PlayStation to use the backbone. I do have a ps4 but I'd rather have something that I don't need to have my ps4 on to play and take with me wherever I go.

[@MrScottyk90]

can someone point me in the right direction, i have a fold 4 and want to get a controller to play remote play, problem i have is that the port seems to be on the right on all of them which means the zfold when opened up and plugged in means it sits lower down on them all, i need a controller thats got the charger point on the left, any links would be great thanks 👍 i'm also thinking of using that just for now and getting a steamdeck later in the year, any pros or cons on that would also help 👍

[@deangeliststrozier6891]

So if I’m in Florida and my ps5 is in Minnesota does it cut my ps5 on or does it need to be in rest mode ? I went to work tonight and was excited to remote play but it never connected so does the ps5 have to be on and just take the HDMI out ?

[@Thedeso18]

Leave plugged in wall and unplug hdmi

[@drjones694]

Picked up the backbone over Xmas for $25 from Costco and so worth it with an older iPhone 11 pro Weird to hear the Wi-Fi lag is the same on your portal I thought it was an issue with the app PlayStation needs to fix that

[@justinwoosley3188]

Portal is amazing for the price I fell off gaming for a while till I got this I haven’t beat this many games in like 5 years lol brought my gaming energy back I don’t have to sit there and play on the tv back hurting

[@marco.pereira]

Welcome to the steam deck. That's how it feel about the deck. Being able to game from anywhere in the house even from the couch while chilling with the wife while she watches Hallmark etc. I often also remote play from the Xbox, PS5 and my PC for more powerful games. I played spiderman 2 almost exclusively from the steam deck OLED with chiaki the new version which supports HDR and boy does spiderman 2 look and runs great.

[@aaroncolyer9202]

What update for the portal? What did it change?

[@Jerriz_Dabster]

Here's a cheat code for anyone with a Ps5 , Xbox and PC you can get a backbone and setup your device to remote play on all three meaning all your systems will be playable on your device(phone) But if you have a Ps5 only please get the portal it's made for it and will be the best and most comfortable experience in terms of maintaining how you play

[@BonyHawksToeSkater]

Isn’t the $99 price point kind of irrelevant if you’re talking about investing in a second phone “just for gaming”? If you have 2 phones, cool, but….idk. I decided today I was gonna either get a portal or a backbone, and I’ve been doing research all day, and a backbone worries me. Mostly the temperatures your phone reaches, button placement is a concern. Seems to me the only advantage of using a backbone is the screen of your phone (which seems to be sort of irrelevant due to the temperatures), and having WiFi and a network. 🤷🏻‍♂️ leaning Portal

[@EaglesFan6969]

Any tips on how to make the portal work with some cellular data? Mine won’t sync to my iPhone 14 Pro Max hotspot but will connect to an iPhone 13 no issues some suggested resetting my phone

[@samoothy]

Bit of a late reply but I have to use a vpn for it to connect when I’m on cellular. I have an iPhone 14 Pro Max.

[@savagegames403]

I guess it all depends on the gamer. I got a ps5 and an rog ally, the majority of my games are on ps, a few streaming issues on the portal would be manageable as with the ally you'll get get framedrops all the time specially if not plugged it, thinking of letting the ally go and buying a portal.

[@inmyown2981]

you can use it for the web too you have to look in your settings on the console

[@gregoryrodriguez2993]

Can I ask a question for anyone that had a portal can you find this on the keyboard ($) symbol or am I bugging

[@mychrisdiaz1]

This was a great review . The smart issues with over heating is a problem I’ve encountered for sure . The sliding iPhone issue is a problem too

[@guitarkevin13]

I just bought the backbone for my 15 pro max because I’m tired of waiting for the PP to come back on stock. I’m just being nit picky but there’s a slight lag but it’s definitely playable as long as it’s not shooters. That being said I’ve been remote playing dying light 2 and it’s honestly not that bad.

[@coreyalexander6465]

I use my portal and my phone at the same time so portal all day not even up for debate 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@nabn3014]

When i use my backbone controller on my S23 Ultra, it doesn't drain my battery nor does it make the phone hot. Maybe it's a device dependent issue.

[@juandelossantos1866]

In the box for the back bone. There is a small adapter. It locks the phone in place.

[@Domini-Rican87]

Is the Edge controller worth it?

[@blackdynamite3911]

I moved and now the internet suck for both phone and p s Portable to remote play, it's all about good internet. In my old house, it worked perfectly not in the bigger house and Wi-Fi router is far away, it sucks.

[@bigChrisWithAtinyPeice]

I have the dual sense edge controller and I agree.The portal should have the same thumbsticks that you can pop out good luck finding them thumb sticks too. I purchased the double pack for 60 bucks.Just because I couldn't find the singles anywhere to have them ready

[@JA-uz7se]

Bro bro you do know all you ps game captures are in your ps app for iOS? Click the game library tab at the bottom and then click captures a toggle at the top. You can save them to your phone it’s very easy and simple. You don’t need to faff around with hard drives my g it’s all in the phone app 😊

[@corrd3ll647]

If you’re unable to afford an extra $100 get the backbone. But just know that doesn’t make the portal a useless device😂 I will NEVER go back to a backbone for remote play. Had it with a solely dedicated iPhone 11 for remote play and the portal is what I wanted and more when owning the backbone prior to release💯

[@AhmazinSKM]

The portal is a good device, but with the backbone, you're not limited to only playing PS Remote play. I have access to my PC games with GeForce Now and Steam link. I have Microsoft XCloud as well as mobile games that are getting pretty good. You also have the ability to use any of your Bluetooth devices for sound, record on the phone for quick sharing. The backbone definitely can go toe to toe with the portal, especially if you have a foldable or small tablet that supports it. Again, I think the portal is good, but for only $100 (and most of the time you can get for less), the only thing the backbone truly loses on, is the dualsense features, in almost any other way, the backbone gives you more bang for your buck.

[@KingNubs1]

Are you gonna do a video on the S24 ultra

[@jordanrouse709]

Your backbone didn’t come with adapters so your phone don’t feel loose in the case?

[@deecee3244]

I got both. Costco had the backbone on sale for $49.99 with a $25 playstation gift card.

[@rellerellfloyd]

My fold phone is 7.6 screen oled that I use with my backbone for Xbox now but love the portal better. You right on stick drift, they should made it like the dual sense where you can replace sticks. Loving this portal better than backbone.

[@Domini-Rican87]

I could afford either 1, but still chose the backbone because you can play ANYWHERE with it. When the Portal does that, I'll get it. I do agree with the joystick placement though.

[@GLegend]

Does anyone know if a 3.5mm headphone jack to Bluetooth adapter/dongle would work? They’re like $30 on amazon and so thinking of buying one since that’ll be cheaper than buying Sony’s earbuds that I don’t need

[@bryanstanley7629]

The 2nd gen backbone is compatible with cases.

[@ChicoFrijole93]

I wonder how the latency is different between the two with button input.

[@KingNubs1]

I wonder if they're gonna come out with a portal pro. It'd be nice no cause I would probably wait for that. Hoping there would be at least an old screen Bluetooth in. Some other features that are missing

[@erickpenaloza1]

My iPhone 15 pro max battery last longer than the portal , I get about 10-12 hours on my phone and portal I get 6 hours . Gonna return my portal , not worth $200 in my opinion.

[@corrd3ll647]

If your comment is saying you get 10-12 hours of gaming on an iPhone, you lying. Stop the cap. You ain’t even gaming 6hours on the portal😂

[@johngomez1827]

Sounds like backbone is a winner to me, better resolution on I phone 15pro max, ability to web browse and use KZbin with ability to use mobile hot spot, also inability to change sticks on the portal with no Bluetooth headphones unless there ps ones

[@josephnelson5006]

How did you make a whole video and not show the gaming. Where my phone, steamdeck, and nintendo switch all out performed my ps portal 🙃

[@TeeWarren853]

You can also use the backbone without WiFi you can use your cellular data if it’s strong enough which is a big W

[@ManicsVideos]

Since ive gotten my portal ive almost never play on my tv now. Though im a dad and usually cant get on the TV but it just runs so great that i dont even try anymore. Just pick it up and play

[@zDEMONiiK]

I would love the backbone if there was a case that would fit with it, the only reason I don't use it more often is cuz I don't wanna remove my case

[@sulaimansharif7]

You can get the Gen 2 Backbone, you can use it with most cases.

[@nategreatgames78]

I hear a lot of people on KZbin and on Reddit talking about the Backbone like it’s a platform when it literally just a controller. But I guess for better or worse I’ve got to give backbone credit for how they are marketing it because it’s got people talking about it and they are selling a bunch of them. You don’t play games on a Backbone, you play games WITH a Backbone. The key component in the experience there is your phone. You could still do remote play on your phone without a backbone, or with numerous other controllers. Touch controls suck, the Backbone gives you the convenience of having physical buttons and compared to a lot of other controller options it’s really easy to set up and use in a convenient way. And that’s its advantage vs other control options. When it comes to remote playing your experience will vary largely based off your phone, and the reason why remote play connects faster and can seem more consistent is most newer phones will have a better wifi transmitter in them than what the PS portal, which is a lot more niche of a product will have in it. Also your viewing experience is going to be 100 attributed to your phone. These kinds of comparisons are mute because you have very specific use cases for these products, even though they have a function that is similar. The PS Portal is meant to be a way to play your PS5 games on another screen away from where your console is hooked up. Plain and simple. The beauty of smartphones are they are multifaceted devices, and they can be different things for different people depending on what their needs are. There are a lot of people who own smartphones who don’t call people, and also people who don’t do anything but call people on them. I don’t think the majority of people get a smart phone to be their main computer, but there are a lot of people out there who use it as such. Your phone can do a lot of things, including play games. And maybe the majority of people don’t look it as their main gaming device, but there are probably a ton of people who do. And a Backbone will let them play a lot of native games a lot easier that using touch controls. Being able to remote play games from your console is a huge plus, but again may not be most peoples primary way to play games. But may for some people that’s a more convenient way to get some games in or work on that game that takes a long time because they aren’t always at home or cant be hunkered down in front of their tv for long stretches. There are many use cases to be had and having a phone can be very accommodating to all them. So it’s pointless to compare them. It’s not really an either or, it’s just what do you need to be able to do with it that’s important. When it comes to your phone a Babckbone is a great way to enhance it.

[@jawadqaisrani3244]

Bought mine, had terrible latency issues, tried so many tips on the internet but didn’t help much so sadly returned mine. I would have loved to use it had the latency issues wasn’t a problem but it is a huge pixelated mess

[@andrewshepherd5249]

I use my z fold 5 for my backbone and I also have the premium subscription. Get the subscription. It's definitely worth it. But I use my portal at home when I'm in bed or in another room. Works great. But I use my backbone for playstation mobile when I'm out or at work

[@norcalbowhunter3264]

As someone who is often sitting in another room from my ps5 hanging out with my wife or kids I can really see the draw of the portal. Currently I use my iPad with a controller, but that requires me to set my iPad down on something and isn’t that practical. And yes I could use the backbone but then I would have a smaller screen. To me the portal is a nice medium with having a hand held device, with a decent screen on it. I just can’t bring myself spend that $200 on it.

[@tonyjohnson2053]

This. I think they missed on the portal but older family gamers love the versatility of it. You can be close enough to your fam but in your own world

[@jeffcarrier9808]

Wait you can take screenshots on iPhone? Remote play app blocks that on my phone. I suspect this isn't the only thing that is better on recent iPhone than Android.

[@CKidM]

😉

[@waynewonder27]

Why anyone would use their phone is beyond me imagine if you get constant texts in your WhatsApp group or calls it’s just stop and start. Screen no bother than 6.7 “ on iPhone

[@EmmanuelBenitez-ni1qq]

It will work with a case, just swap the rubber sides on the backbone

[@rodneyortiz4782]

Nobody gonna talk about how the back bone doesnt give you a full screen to game which i hate is there a way to fix?

[@Datcyd3]

And don’t you have the $5 adapter so that the phone is more secure in the backbone?

[@apple-guy9394]

The portal is definitely the way to go if you wanna remote play.. I love it

[@kennybates8156]

I prefer not using my iPhone for gaming cause I don’t want calls, texts, or notifications to interrupt my gameplay. The PlayStation Portal still has my vote to purchase.