Nvidia is updating its Shield Android TV software for the latest next generation console controllers. If you own a Shield TV or Shield TV Pro device, you can now pair the PS5 DualSense or Xbox Series X controllers to play Android games or PC titles via Nvidia’s GeForce Now streaming service.
To pair a PS5 DualSense controller, you can go to the Bluetooth section of the Shield TV and then hold down the PlayStation button until the light turns blue. For Xbox Series X / S controllers, you can hold the connect button until the Xbox button starts blinking.
Nvidia also adds support for controlling the home automation system to Nvidia in this Shield TV 8.2.2 update. This allows the Control4 remote control or program to navigate through the Shield TV UI to launch programs. This Shield TV update also brings the devices to Android’s December 2020 security level.
Nvidia has consistently updated its Shield TV software over the years and last year improved its AI-powered 4K upscaling features as well as improvements to the remote control customization. Nvidia also added IR and CEC volume controls to its latest devices last year.