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Is dropping your Switch bad?

Do not drop, hit, or otherwise abuse the Nintendo Switch console, components, game card or accessories. Doing so may damage the screen or other precision components of the Nintendo Switch console.
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Does dropping a Switch break it?

Ultimately, however, it comes down to what you prefer. As the video points out, Switch won't necessarily break or shatter, but it will scratch and bruise rather easily. That's the opposite approach taken by some electronic companies, but if you ask us, we'd rather have something that can take a bit of a pounding.
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How many times can you drop a Switch?

Only after some massaging did it begin to function again. Overall, it took 11 drops before the Switch shutdown entirely, a rather impressive number given that one would likely never drop it on concrete that many times throughout the course of the unit's lifespan.
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What can damage a Nintendo Switch?

Take care not to expose the Nintendo Switch system to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The LCD screens may be damaged by sharp objects or pressure. Take care to protect the displays from scratches or stains. Do not cover any console air intakes or vents while playing, to avoid overheating.
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How long does a Nintendo Switch last before it breaks?

How long will the Nintendo Switch be supported? Average lifespan of a console is 7–9 years, and the switch has been out for 3 years now, so expect a new console/console trailers in about 5 years or so.
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How do you tell if a Switch is broken?

Signs It's Time To Replace Your Switch
  1. Your lights don't turn on, take a minute to turn on, or flicker, and putting a new bulb in doesn't fix it. It's common that some bulbs, like the incandescent tube lights, take a minute to turn on. ...
  2. The switch makes noise. ...
  3. Sparks. ...
  4. It's warm to the touch.
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How long is a Switch life?

For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours. For Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, model number: HEG-001 [product serial number begins with "XTW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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Does Nintendo fix switch for free?

If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.
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What can brick your Nintendo Switch?

The bricking problem has been a thing for the past several years and is most famously blamed on using third party devices to charge or dock the Switch, and VectorDriver breaks it all down in a semi-dense electrical engineer tutorial of conductors, voltage, and Switch innards. What is this?
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How fragile are Nintendo switches?

The Nintendo Switch isn't fragile per se, but it's got a whole lot of screen - which means that there's a 40% chance an impact could break it. Get a screen protector! Nintendo hardware is quite durable overall. The Switch is a bit of a unique case though, it's pretty much a tablet.
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How long can a Switch last at 100%?

Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used. For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001 [product serial number begins with "XAW"], the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours.
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What temp is safe for Switch?

Playing a Nintendo Switch in a high temperature area can cause the temperature of the console to rise. Please use the console in areas between 5 ~ 35°C (41 ~ 95°F).
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Is it illegal to jailbreak a Switch?

It is illegal to import, market, sell or distribute circumvention devices (such as game copiers, USB piracy sticks and mod chips). Nintendo has obtained many decisions from criminal and civil courts across the world that confirms this.
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What causes bricking?

Bricking a device is most often a result of interrupting an attempt to update the device. Many devices have an update procedure which must not be interrupted before completion; if interrupted by a power failure, user intervention, or any other reason, the existing firmware may be partially overwritten and unusable.
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Is it safe to put Nintendo Switch in bag?

Airport Security

In July 2017 the TSA updated their screening procedures. All electronics larger than a smartphone need to go into a bin, not stay in your bag. This includes the Nintendo Switch and larger power banks. Put your Switch in a bin between your stuff (your bag and another bin to either side of it).
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Why do Joycons drift?

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.
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Is Netflix free for Nintendo Switch?

1 Supported Video Streaming

While the Switch doesn't support Netflix, it does offer other video streaming services, both paid and free, through the Nintendo eShop. YouTube, with thousands of hours of video content, is available on the Nintendo Switch.
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Can I take my Nintendo Switch to GameStop and get it fixed?

Need your console or controller repaired? We can fix it! Just bring your eligible products into any GameStop store and we'll take care of the rest.
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Will Nintendo Switch last for 10 years?

The idea of the Switch, however, has remained the same. Its models mainly use the same type of CPU and GPU, too. As I discussed with former Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aimé, the Switch seems due for some sort of upgrade... but according to Nintendo, the Switch's life cycle could be as long as 10 years.
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Does Nintendo Switch overheat?

High temperatures can cause your console to overheat. We recommend using your Switch in a well-ventilated area where there's air conditioning or a ceiling fan to keep the room well within the recommended temperature range of 41°F–95°F.
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How often do you need to replace a Switch?

Physical Switches/Routers: Generally, wired networking devices can last around five years. They'll definitely show their age in the last couple years, but usually won't create drag on a business unless it's specifically focused on data-heavy operations or going all-in on video-based technologies.
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What causes a dead switch?

A dead battery. Console damage. A faulty power strip, cable, or power outlet. Software issues.
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Why is light switch hot?

If your light switch is hot, this is an indicator of loose or damaged wires. This issue can cause your light switch to spark or start a fire. To prevent an electrical hazard in your house, you will want to hire a certified electrician to fix your dangerous wiring.
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What causes a switch to stop working?

Light switch issues are often caused by a broken mechanism. If there are any mechanical issues, the switch will likely need to be replaced. Signs of mechanical failure include the switch not turning on regardless of how many times you flip it.
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