Does Geek Squad fix joy cons?

You can find information about your local store at www.bestbuy.com/storelocator. A: Hi there. Thanks for your great question. The joycon controllers that come with the Nintendo Switch are also covered within the 2 Year Geek Squad Protection.

Does Best Buy repair Joy-Cons?

We generally are not able to work on the joy cons without a protection plan. We'd recommend connecting with your local Best Buy store to get a definitive answer. You can find information about your local store at www.bestbuy.com/storelocator.

Who fixes Joy-Cons?

Like we mentioned, Nintendo will repair any drifting Joy-Cons for free.

How much does Nintendo charge to repair Joy-Cons?

It's also noted in Nintendo's update policy that Joy-Con repairs will still be free even if the controllers have suffered from wear and tear and the 24-month warranty that comes with a new Switch has expired.

Does Nintendo repair Joy-Cons for free?

Although Nintendo has offered free repairs for out-of-warranty Joy-Cons in North America, Latin America, and France, it never extended the policy to the UK, Switzerland, and all of the EEA until now.

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Does GameStop repair Switch Joy-Cons?

We can fix it! Just bring your eligible products into any GameStop store and we'll take care of the rest.

Does Nintendo fix broken Joy-Cons?

For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process. (This repair will be for your non-working Joy-Con controller only and is available in the U.S. and Canada only.)

How long will Nintendo fix Joy-Cons?

How long does a Joy-Con repair take? The general consensus indicates that Joy-Con repairs by Nintendo can take anywhere from 3 days to a month. If it turns out your Joy-Con issues aren't covered by Nintendo or you need it faster, we can help.

How long do Nintendo Joy-Cons last?

When fully charged, the battery duration for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This can be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.

How long do Joy-Con last?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.

How do I send Joy-Cons to get fixed?

What to do if your Joy-Cons are broken?

If calibrating and cleaning don't help, get Nintendo to fix it. The company has a Joy-Con repair program for hardware within its one-year warranty. However Nintendo has been fixing Joy-Cons with drifting issues for free even if they're out of warranty.

How do I fix my Joy-Cons drift?

Does Geek Squad replace broken items?

A Geek Squad® Product Replacement Plan enhances and extends your manufacturer warranty and gives you peace of mind if your product isn't working properly. If your portable audio product fails for an issue that we cover but your manufacturer doesn't, we'll replace your product (if one is available) or reimburse you.

Can Best Buy fix broken controllers?

We can install or repair thousands of products, no matter where you bought them. We offer a 90-day workmanship guarantee on all Geek Squad repairs.

Does Geek Squad fix stick drift?

Hi there. Thanks for your question! The Geek Squad Protection on your PS4 controller would cover the stick drift issue, absolutely.

Do Switch Joy-Cons wear out?

The contacts are worn down: The joystick contacts can get worn down over time causing them to work improperly and detect input when none is actually given.

Did the price of Joy-Cons go up?

After around three and a half years of nonstop success, Nintendo has announced single Joy-Cons will cost $39.99 each starting November 9th, down from an original MSRP of $49.99. While you could previously get a set of Joy-Cons for $80, it cost more per Joy-Con when you bought each individually.

Can you leave Joy-Cons while docked?

Yes. I do it all the time. I do it so one pair is charging while I use the other pair to play.

How common is Joy-Con drift?

According to UK consumer group Which?, 40 percent of Nintendo Switch users report that they have experienced issues with Joy-Con drift.

Why do Joy-Cons drift so easily?

The Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con drift issue is caused by a fundamental design flaw according to a UK consumer group. As reported by Eurogamer, a report from Which claims that, even after just a few months of use, the Joy-Con's plastic circuit boards show significant wear on the joystick slider contact points.

Why do controllers get stick drift?

The main natural cause for controller drift is dust and other debris. Things like food particles, pet fur, and dead skin can accumulate inside your controller and cause it to drift. The other reason your controller might start developing drift is natural wear and tear.

Does Gamestop fix Joy-Con drift for free?

A: Yes , drifting is a highly common isssue with all Nintendo switch joy-con but nintendo has a policy in place to repair if your request through their customer service for a fix free of charge.

Is it bad to leave the Switch in the dock?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.

How long do dead Joy-Cons take to charge?

Step 2: Ensure the Switch's dock or AC adapter is plugged into a power outlet. Either connect the adapter's plug to the USB-C port on the bottom of the Switch or place the Switch in the dock. Step 4: Wait! Nintendo estimates that it will take about three and a half hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.