The Xbox HID Driver is a software driver designed to enable communication between the Xbox controller and a computer. This driver allows the use of an Xbox controller on a PC, making it ideal for gaming and other interactive applications.
This software review is about Xbox HID Driver, which allows Xbox controllers (and other peripherals) to be connected to a PC or Mac's USB port with the use of an adapter. However, it's important to note that the Xbox controller isn't HID-compatible, meaning that it won't be usable by games or applications without a special driver.
Thankfully, drivers have been available for some time for both Windows and Linux. But up until now, there has been no equivalent option for Mac OS X. Xbox HID Driver solves this problem by installing a kernel extension (driver) that turns the Xbox Gamepad into a first-class HID citizen. Put simply, it works with any Mac OS X game or application that supports gamepads – including GamePad Companion and SimpleSoft's XGamePad software.
To use Xbox HID Driver, you'll need an Xbox controller with a USB adapter, as well as an Xbox DVD Remote with a USB adapter. Fortunately, the latest version boasts a couple of improvements, including a Universal Binary and an unlimited freeware version. Overall, Xbox HID Driver is an effective solution for Mac users wanting to use their Xbox controllers for gaming and other applications.
Thankfully, drivers have been available for some time for both Windows and Linux. But up until now, there has been no equivalent option for Mac OS X. Xbox HID Driver solves this problem by installing a kernel extension (driver) that turns the Xbox Gamepad into a first-class HID citizen. Put simply, it works with any Mac OS X game or application that supports gamepads – including GamePad Companion and SimpleSoft's XGamePad software.
To use Xbox HID Driver, you'll need an Xbox controller with a USB adapter, as well as an Xbox DVD Remote with a USB adapter. Fortunately, the latest version boasts a couple of improvements, including a Universal Binary and an unlimited freeware version. Overall, Xbox HID Driver is an effective solution for Mac users wanting to use their Xbox controllers for gaming and other applications.
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Version 1.3.4: N/A