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Is Switch OLED waterproof?

The Nintendo Switch is not waterproof; liquids can damage the device, no matter the amount.
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What happens if Nintendo Switch gets wet?

Any time any liquid is spilled on the system, unplug it immediately and power it off. As with any electrical appliance, there is a risk of electrical shock if it is used while wet. Allow the system to air-dry for a few days.
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Is there a waterproof Switch?

For reliable operation under exposure to water, oil, humidity, sand, dirt, vibration, shock, and temperature, CPI'w waterproof switches get the job done.
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Do I really need an OLED Switch?

The slightly larger screen and vibrant colors make playing in handheld mode even better, but if you already have a Switch, it may be hard to justify the upgrade. If it's your first time buying a Switch, it's definitely worth considering the OLED model, but only if you plan on playing in handheld mode.
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Does switch OLED last longer?

The Switch OLED has the same 4.5-9 hours battery life, depending on usage, as its LCD counterpart, and the same 3-hour charging time. However, OLED displays are more energy-efficient.
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Is Switch OLED better or worse?

If you're buying a new Switch right now, you're most likely better off going for the Switch OLED. It's got a better inbuilt display, improved speakers, a dock with a LAN port included in the box and double the storage of the base Switch.
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Does Nintendo Switch warranty cover water damage?

For physical and liquid damage to the console:

Please note that these issues are not covered by warranty: Online repair process for liquid damage. Online repair process for physical damage.
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Can you use wet wipes on Nintendo Switch?

Play it safe and do not use the included "Wet Cleaning Wipes" on your Switch screen, nor the included "Dust Removal Stickers".
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Can a Switch game survive the wash?

Looks like a Switch game card can survive a trip through the washing machine. ended up in our laundry hamper. We didn't notice it until after its already been through a wash in the machine. After leaving it to dry the only noticeable damage was the peeled label.
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Can you touch a switch with wet hands?

Touching electrical appliances with wet hands is dangerous because water is a good conductor of electricity and one might get an electric shock.
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Should the switch be touched with wet hands?

A switch should not be touched with wet hands. If water reaches the live wire,it forms a conducting layer between the hand and the live wire of the switch through which the current passes to the hand and the person may get a fatal shock.
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Is switch drop proof?

Of course it can! Back in March, we learned the Nintendo Switch was actually a lot tougher than it looked. In stress tests performed by GizmoSlip, it easily survived a series of drop-tests, on concrete, from a height of five-feet.
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Can wet electronics be saved?

First, drain away any liquid and unplug or remove as much as you can. Use a soft cloth and Q-tips to clean and dry as much as you can. Then place the device in a closed container together with a desiccant for at least 48 hours. It may be as long as a week before it's safe to turn it back on and give it a try.
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Does the switch ever 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 hot can a switch get before damage?

Even Nintendo suggests that you only use your Nintendo Switch in areas where the temperature is between 5 and 35°C (41 and 95°F). If the temperature is higher than that, your Nintendo Switch can start to overheat. And if you use it for too long, you might damage it permanently.
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How do you clean an OLED switch?

Dampen a soft clean cloth with water, wring it out to remove excess water, then gently wipe the product. If you need to disinfect your products: Lightly apply a consumer grade disinfectant containing about 70% alcohol to a soft clean cloth and gently wipe the product.
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Can you clean switch screen with water?

Slightly dampen a corner of the soft, cotton cloth with water and wipe off the screen (or screens) to loosen any dirt or foreign material. Using a dry portion of the same cloth, wipe the screens to dry them and finish the cleaning process.
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Do Nintendo Switch games work after being washed?

Somehow the Mario Kart Deluxe cartridge ended up in our laundry hamper. We didn't notice it until after its already been through a wash in the machine. After leaving it to dry the only noticeable damage was the peeled label. Amazingly it booted up without issue.
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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 voids a Nintendo Switch warranty?

THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY NINTENDO (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADAPTERS, SOFTWARE, AND POWER SUPPLIES).
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What voids Nintendo warranty?

Using the Nintendo console for commercial purposes, such as renting out, voids the warranty. Warranty doesn't cover defects resulting from tampering negligence and improper modification of hardware or software.
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Is Switch OLED bad for eyes?

And OLED is safe. Since the human eye is sensitive to flicker up to 250 Hz (at least for most people), it is not surprising that OLED screens are more likely to cause eye fatigue than LCDs. Just remember that every use of screen will cause eye fatigue no mater what.
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Does Switch OLED look better on TV?

It also has twice the internal storage of other Switch consoles at 64GB. But it's got the same processor and display resolution as previous models, meaning you won't see games perform better or look sharper on a TV on the OLED version.
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Does OLED Switch run faster?

Of course, a lot of people have a Switch they're already satisfied with. If that's the case, the new OLED Switch isn't much of a reason to upgrade. It's slick, it's faster, and has better battery life than the original Switch, but it doesn't play any games the original can't.
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