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Kashi
Community Member

Linking controller to Pixel phone

I'm trying to use Stadia on my Pixel 2. I have the controller plugged into my phone with the USB-C cable that came with my phone. The Stadia app does not recognize that I have a controller plugged in and continues to ask me to plug one in. 

The Pixel is charging off the controller but I can't seem to actually use it. Has anyone else had similar issues? 

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GamerXSociety
Community Member

I'm having the same exact problem with trying to link my controller to a pixel 3.

Does anyone know the fix yet?

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codesplice
Gold Stadia Guide
Gold Stadia Guide

It sounds silly, but have you tried rebooting both the phone and the controller?

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boyzie
Community Member

Just wanted to say I'm having the same problem with my pixel 2.
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GamerXSociety
Community Member

I fixed my issue! You can log out of Stadia on the TV completely and then connect the controller to the pixel using the USB-C cable. After you connect it, you then turn the Phone version of Stadia on only and then connect the controller that way. (Must make sure that the TV version is off when you do this step). Hope this helps!

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SirLancelotGB
Community Member

Many Thanks :thumbs_up::beaming_face_with_smiling_eyes:
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SirLancelotGB
Community Member

Many Thanks :thumbs_up::beaming_face_with_smiling_eyes:

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TheWebTech
Founder
Founder

I'm having this issue as well. Pixel 2 XL with usb c cable connecting to phone. Phone doesnt recognize controller
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codesplice
Gold Stadia Guide
Gold Stadia Guide

@TheWebTech Have you tried turning the controller off and back on again while connected to the phone?

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TheWebTech
Founder
Founder

Yes, didn't seem to have any effect. Tried even biting up the controller at different points in time. Like when the game requests a conteoller or before or after opening the app. No effect

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TheWebTech
Founder
Founder

Got it working. Went into developer settings changed usb setting to data and charge. The other key is the Stadia controller must be off and if you use a usb to usb c converter then you have to have that in the phone side not the controller side worked pretty well once connected.
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