Deal: Turn your phone into a gaming machine with the PhoneJoy GamePad 2

If you’re a big mobile gamer, you know that touchscreen controls aren’t always the best. In fact, most of the time they suck. Android Area has a nice deal on a gamepad that connects with your phone and gives you more traditional physical controls.

The PhoneJoy GamePad 2 is an expandable, portable controller for your phone. It can expand to accept any smartphone in portrait or landscape mode, including big boys like the Nexus 6P. Once docked, your handset takes on a second life as a powerful gaming machine.

The GamePad 2 normally goes for around $80, but right now you can snag it from Android Area for just $60. It may be a little late to give this as a Christmas gift, but it’s never too late to buy something awesome for yourself. Grab it before it’s gone!

• Expands to three times its original size
• Fits most any smartphone or tablet (iPhones & Androids)
• Includes 12 powerful stainless steel springs
• Packs three different navigation & play modes
• Delivers up to 14 hours of play time on one charge
• Charges quickly via USB cord
• Supports the ability to connect your smartphone or tablet to your TV via MHL to play on the big screen