Thunderbird launches iPhone version of the Riders V2 gamepad with two programmable buttons

Following the launch of the Android version in June, Razer today unveiled the Kishi V2 gamepad for the iPhone.

Compared to its predecessor, the Kishi V2 for iPhone brings a more "ergonomic" design with "console-quality control", improved responsiveness of the A/B/X/Y buttons and D-pad, and Two programmable multi-function buttons (L4 / R4), and a telescoping bridge design that makes it compatible with models from the iPhone SE (1st and 2nd generation) to the iPhone 13 series.

The grip has a built-in Lightning connector for a direct, low-latency connection to the iPhone to draw power from it. There is an additional Lightning port on the bottom of the grip for pass-through charging of the iPhone itself. However, the handle lacks a 3.5mm audio jack.

The new Riders V2 grip is priced at $99.99 in the US, the same as the Android version. The national price has not yet been announced, but the V2 version for Android smartphones is priced at $799, and the iPhone version is expected to be priced the same.