KOLOS: the world's first iPad racing wheel
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The KOLOS attaches to an iPad and turns it into a steering wheel for racing games, complete with a detachable base that attaches to most surfaces
The base fastens securely onto any surface less than 5 cm thick, like a desk or table, using a vise-like clamp and some non-slip rubber pads
As a handy feature, pressing a button on the back also detaches the wheel from the base entirely for a better grip when carrying an iPad around
The KOLOS locks an iPad in place with a set of silicone clips
The KOLOS' 12.3-inch (31.3-cm) diameter is small enough to tap the screen without taking your hands off the wheel
Soon, iPad owners will be able to pick up a steering wheel that fits an iPad in the center and attaches to most surfaces
On the base, the wheel can turn 90 degrees in either direction and will automatically reset itself back to center on its own
The KOLOS adjusts to hold any 9.7-inch iPad model (2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)
Once an iPad is placed inside, the KOLOS becomes a racing wheel and game console in one
By itself, the wheel weighs only 450 grams (less than 1 lb.), so it could be useful for games that require a full range of motion
The KOLOS is available in black and gray color schemes and comes with a 1-year warranty
You can also stream games to an HDTV or computer to turn the whole setup into a separate controller
You can also stream games to an HDTV or computer to turn the whole setup into a separate controller
Article Summary
The iPad has carved out quite a reputation as a solid platform for video games, particularly racing games, thanks to its built-in accelerometers. But while using the whole tablet as a steering wheel is handy, holding a thin rectangle made of plastic and glass just doesn't have the same feel as an actual arcade wheel. Soon though, iPad owners will be able to pick up a steering wheel that fits an iPad in the center and attaches to most surfaces. Once an iPad is placed inside, the KOLOS becomes a racing wheel and game console in one.
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