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Can you play New 3DS XL while charging?

Yes. Your system can be played while it is charging.
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How long does it take for New 3DS XL to fully charge?

It takes about 3 ½ hours to fully charge the battery pack with the power off, although this will vary depending on how much charge is left in the battery when the recharge begins. The system can be used while the battery is recharging, but this will increase recharging time.
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Can a 3DS XL overcharge?

Leaving the system on its charging cradle, plugged in directly overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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How long does the New 3DS XL battery last?

According to Nintendo, the battery for the Nintendo 3DS XL should last around 3.5 to 6.5 hours. This is an improvement over the Nintendo 3DS's battery life of 3 to 5 hours.
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Can I use a 3DS charger with New 3DS XL?

The DSi Charger and the original 3DS charger will work for your New 3DS XL.
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Can you charge and play 3DS?

Yes. Your system can be played while it is charging.
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How do I know when my New 3DS XL is fully charged?

It is located to the right of the Power Button.
  1. Blue: The system is charged and has power.
  2. Blue (pulsing): The system is in Sleep Mode.
  3. Red: The system battery power is low.
  4. Red (flashing): The system battery power is very low.
  5. When charging, an orange Recharge LED will be lit next to the Power LED.
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Is the 3DS XL outdated?

After a nine-year run and more than 75 million units sold, Nintendo has officially killed off the 3DS. Nintendo 3DS XL. Production has now ceased on all 3DS hardware models, including the New Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 2DS XL.
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Is the New 3DS XL more powerful?

The New 3DS has 4 cores (1.5 reserved for home menu, improved 3D, and services). This is 2.5x the number of usable cores for games, with a clock speed 3x as fast, for an effective 7.5x speed in an optimized game.
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Can I play my DS while it charges?

Can I Play My Nintendo DS or Nintendo DS Lite While I'm Recharging the Battery? Yes, it is possible to play while the battery is recharging; however, this will cause the charging process to take longer than if the system was not being played at the same time.
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Can you change a 3DS XL battery?

Removing the battery

Hold the POWER Button down until the system turns off. Remove any Game Cards from the system. Turn the two crosshead screws on the bottom of the system counterclockwise to remove the battery cover. Gently pry on the small slots on each side near the L and R Buttons.
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How many GB can the new 3DS XL hold?

The Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS systems are compatible with SD cards up to 2 GB in size, and SDHC cards of 4 GB and larger up to 32 GB in size.
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How long do 3DS cartridges last?

How long, though? Only time will ultimately tell, and guesswork based on cycle-data can give you estimates from 20-50 years, potentially longer. But the key point is that it is a lifecycle; just like retro game media, it'll eventually stop working.
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How can I make my 3DS XL battery last longer?

You can take several actions to extend the battery life of your 3DS.
  1. Disable the 3D feature to see an extra hour or more of battery life.
  2. Turn on the power-saving mode to get 10 to 20 percent more life from your battery.
  3. Lower the screen brightness.
  4. Disable Wi-Fi.
  5. Stay away from the suspend and sleep modes.
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Why did Nintendo stop making 3DS XL?

A high asking price for the time of over £200, coupled with a lacklustre list of initial games, hurt sales. The fact that the key feature of 3D had to be tried in person was another obstacle. On top of that, some users reported that the 3D effect made them feel sick.
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What 3DS is the most powerful?

1 New 3DS XL

The New 3DS XL isn't just the best handheld in the DS line, it's Nintendo's best handheld period. Between its architecture, improved buttons & analogs, nicer screen, and fast loading, the New 3DS XL is the definitive way to play the 3DS.
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Which better New 3DS XL or 3DS XL?

New Nintendo 3DS XL vs 3DS XL – Processor and NFC

The console now boasts a superior CPU which will – in time – result in exclusive New 3DS games that can only be used on this latest model, and will come with graphical improvements. The CPU also speeds up general menu navigation, boot speed and download speed.
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Is the New 3DS more powerful than the old 3DS?

However, the New 3DS represents a significant leap forward - unfortunately, the GPU offers no improvement in any way whatsoever, but the main ARM processor is upgraded to a quad-core model, CPU frequency can increase to 804MHz, plus there's much more memory, opening the door to advantages such as shorter loading times, ...
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Should I get a New 3DS XL or 2DS XL?

Final verdict

If you're in the market for a dedicated Nintendo handheld, you can't go wrong with either the New Nintendo 2DS XL or the New Nintendo 3DS XL. That said, if we're forced to choose, then we'd pick the New Nintendo 2DS XL for its new and improved design features.
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What does the orange light on my 3DS mean?

An orange light indicates that the system is charging. This does not mean that the system will turn on immediately. It may take up to fifteen minutes of charging before the system turns on. It takes 3 ½ hours to fully charge the system (the time will increase if the system is being used while it is charging).
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What does it mean when your 3DS flashes orange?

Note: If the orange recharge indicator light blinks while the system is plugged in and charging, then it is likely that the battery is not installed properly. Properly inserting the battery should resolve the issue.
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How long does a 3DS last on blinking red?

It generally lasts around 15-30 minutes depending on whether WiFi, 3D, and other things are on.
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