SteelSeries Introduces Nimbus Controller for New Apple TV
SteelSeries Brings Console-Style Gaming to the New Apple TV with the Nimbus Wireless Controller
Straight on the heels of the Apple TV announcement, SteelSeries has announced support for the Apple TV with a new controller called the SteelSeries Nimbus. The Nimbus is an Xbox One-type of wireless gamepad that is designed to provide up to 40 hours of gameplay with its rechargeable battery that can be recharged through a Lightning cable. The Nimbus features pressure-sensitive buttons and has a large, easy to manipulate buttons that mirror the new Apple TV remote control.
The gamepad can be found on the Apple TV landing page making it one of the few accessories available for the Apple TV today. SteelSeries tells us that users will be able to play games with the Nimbus controller on not only the new Apple TV, but on iPhones and iPod Touch devices as well.
The SteelSeries Nimbus is listed at $49.95 and will be available on Apple.com and in Apple retail stores starting in late October.
Weve been working with the Apple team for more than a year now on the design and development of the Nimbus controller. This is a truly unique product – its the first of its kind with the Apple home button and lightning connector – features that simply do not exist on products that are not solely created by Apple, said Ehtisham Rabbani, SteelSeries CEO. “We believe in the new ecosystem and in bringing a new generation of family gaming to the living room.
The SteelSeries press release is below:
CHICAGO Sept. 10, 2015 SteelSeries, the global leader in gaming peripherals and accessories, today presents a new wireless gamepad controller for the new Apple TV- the SteelSeries Nimbus.
SteelSeries is at the center of the biggest evolution in gaming. Nimbus represents a new standard in wireless gaming controllers and were pleased to be bringing this controller to this incredible platform,” said Ehtisham Rabanni, SteelSeries CEO. Our global gaming pedigree, together with our unyielding pursuit of simple, modern design is on full display with Nimbus. Were thrilled to deliver a truly premium product for the new Apple TV at a great price.
The Nimbus Wireless Gamepad Controller includes an unprecedented combination of features:
- Rechargeable battery with 40+ hours of life for extended play
- Lightning connector for rapid charging
- Menu button for instant navigation
- Pressure sensitive buttons for precise control
Nimbus is the result of a lengthy and rigorous R&D effort, said Craig Olson, President of SteelSeries Worldwide Mobile. Our engineers and designers have worked tirelessly to create a wireless gaming controller worthy of the the new Apple TV. Nimbus will allow consumers around the world to play amazing games on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Mac with an unprecedented level of performance.
Pricing & Availability
The SteelSeries Nimbus Gaming Controller will be available on apple.com and in Apple Stores around the globe when the New Apple TV is available in late October with a $49.95 / 59.95 MSRP. Please visit http://steelseries.com/nimbus for more information about the controller and sign-up to be contacted once its available.
About SteelSeries
SteelSeries leads the market in building gaming peripherals with quality, innovation and purpose. The companys passion has been the driving force behind many first-to-market innovations and technologies that continue to become the gold standard of the industry and the must-have products for gamers everywhere. The global brand continues to fuel the growth of competitive gaming tournaments and eSports leagues through professional team sponsorships, partnerships and community support. The company immerses itself in the passion and glory of gaming, committed to being the best. It is with this mentality that SteelSeries chooses to partner with the worlds most respected and recognized brands to drive the growth and evolution of the gaming industry. http://SteelSeries.com.