abxylute Launches S8 Lite USB-C Stretch Controller with Hall Effect Sticks for $39.99
abxylute has announced the S8 Lite, a new USB-C mobile gaming controller designed for players looking for a wired handheld gaming experience. Revealed yesterday (Beijing time), the controller carries a retail price of $39.99 and is built for smartphones and other compatible USB-C devices measuring up to 216mm in length.
The S8 Lite adopts a telescopic design that allows users to mount their device between the two controller halves, turning a compatible smartphone into a handheld gaming system. Since it connects through USB-C instead of Bluetooth, the controller does not require battery charging or wireless pairing before use. A wired connection can also help reduce input latency, making it suitable for games where quick response times are important.
abxylute has equipped the controller with full-size Hall effect joysticks and linear Hall effect triggers. Hall effect technology has become increasingly common in gaming controllers because it relies on magnetic sensors rather than traditional mechanical contacts, helping reduce stick drift and extending the lifespan of the analog controls.
The controller also follows the familiar Xbox-style button layout, making it easy for players who already use Xbox-compatible gamepads. In addition, the S8 Lite includes several extra features aimed at improving gameplay flexibility and comfort.
Key specifications and features include:
· USB-C wired connection
· Compatible with devices up to 216mm in length
· Retail price of $39.99
· Full-size Hall effect joysticks
· Linear Hall effect triggers
· Xbox-style button layout
· Dedicated Turbo Mode button
· Two programmable rear buttons
· D-Pad with replaceable keycaps
· Full-size ergonomic grips
· Laser-etched anti-slip grip texture
· Weight of 226g
The inclusion of Turbo Mode allows users to automate repeated button presses in supported games, while the pair of programmable rear buttons can be assigned to commonly used actions for easier access during gameplay. The replaceable D-Pad keycaps also offer an extra level of customization, allowing users to choose the directional pad style they prefer.
For longer gaming sessions, abxylute has designed the S8 Lite with full-size grips featuring a laser-etched anti-slip surface intended to provide a more secure hold. Despite the larger grip design, the controller weighs 226 grams, keeping it relatively lightweight for a stretch-style mobile controller.
As mobile gaming continues to expand with increasingly demanding titles, manufacturers are placing greater focus on controllers that offer console-like controls without adding significant cost. With Hall effect analog sticks, Hall effect triggers, programmable buttons, and a wired USB-C connection, the abxylute S8 Lite brings features commonly found on higher-priced controllers to the budget segment. At $39.99, it offers another option for users who prefer physical controls over touchscreen inputs while maintaining broad compatibility with modern USB-C mobile devices.
