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Why didn't the 3DS come with a charger?

Correction: Nintendo handhelds prior to the Game Boy Advance SP did not include rechargeable batteries, so they did not ship with AC adapters.
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Does the 3DS have a charger?

All of the Nintendo 3DS family of systems use the same proprietary connector for charging. It's a special, D-shaped plug. It doesn't really have a name AFAIK, we just call it “The 3DS charger.”
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Did the New Nintendo 3DS XL come with a charger?

I just bought a Nintendo 3DS XL system but there's no adapter included. Where can I get one? You can buy an adapter (and/or cradle) for your Nintendo 3DS XL system by visiting our Online Store. You can also buy them in selected shops that carry Nintendo products.
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Can a 3DS be charged with USB?

Charge up your Nintendo DSi, DSi XL or Nintendo 3DS & 3DS XL console from your USB power point, PC, Playstation or any other source with a USB port. Plug one end into your PC USB port and the other end into your Nintendo DSi, DSI XL or Nintendo 3DS and 3 hours later its fully charged.
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What can also charge a 3DS?

It is also possible to charge the Nintendo 3DS without the charging cradle. Just connect the DC plug of the Nintendo 3DS AC adapter directly to the AC adapter connector. You can also charge your Nintendo 3DS using the Power Supply for a Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL.
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Is the 3DS charger unique?

Nintendo 3DS, 2DS and DSi Chargers Are The Same

From the Nintendo DSi onwards, the charger shape is slimmer and actually the same across all of Nintendo's newer models. This means a Nintendo DS charger will also work with the Nintendo DSi, Nintendo DSi XL, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 2DS & Nintendo 3DS XL.
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How can I charge my Nintendo 3DS?

Place the Nintendo 3DS system on top of the charging cradle. The system will click into place. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. The recharge LED will be lit orange when the system is charging, and will go out when charging is complete.
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Why won t my new 3DS XL charge?

If the system isn't charging, Nintendo recommends sending in the console, AC adaptor, and charging cradle to be replaced. If you don't have the cradle, try plugging the 3DS into your wall outlet using a different AC adaptor.
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What is the 3DS charging cable called?

Gen USB Charge Cable for Nintendo 3DS/DSI/DSIXL.
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Can I play 3DS while charging?

Yes. Your system can be played while it is charging.
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Can you wirelessly charge a 3DS?

Description1) Built- in Qi Receiver Coil, can be charged by any Qi Transmitter. 2) After wearing the receiver (jacket), user can charge the 3DS by simply placing it on the U-Pad. Convenience, simple, lost the bother of messy cords.
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Can you charge a 3DS XL with a phone charger?

Second, you can plug it into any USB port. This means you can charge your New 3DS XL on the go using your computer or one of those power banks that can charge a mobile device. And if you're like me, you probably have a few extra AC-to-USB wall plugs sitting around from an iPhone, Android, or tablet.
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Can you sell a 3DS to Gamestop without the charger?

Make sure to bring all of the items you want to trade with you to the store. Charge any device(s) you are bringing in for trade. Bring any cords, power chargers and related accessories for products you are trading.
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Is it okay to charge 3DS overnight?

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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Do 3DS batteries go bad?

While there are ways to prolong lithium ion battery life, it will still inevitably degrade. Just charging your 3DS unit up every 6 months or so should be fine.
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Why does my 3DS make a popping sound?

What causes the 3DS or 3DS XL Popping Fault? Most of the time it is just caused by wear and tear. The ribbon cables for all of the components in the top half of the console run through the hinge. The constant opening and closing of the 3DS can cause the cables to have a little tear in them.
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How long does 3DS take to 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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What happens if you overcharge 3DS?

Lithium ion batteries will not overcharge. The only thing I would recommend you is to run at least an entire cycle (full discharge/full recharge) once a month. My 3DS Friend code:FC: 4227-7153-1424.
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Which is the most powerful 3DS?

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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What is the point of the C stick 3DS?

The C-stick on the New 3DS is essentially a pointing stick — one of those little nubs you might have seen on a laptop keyboard that works like a makeshift mouse/trackball. It doesn't move the same way as an analog stick or the 3DS's existing Circle Pad, but it senses pressure in all directions and moves accordingly.
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Is the 3DS more powerful than the DS?

Being a more powerful system than the Nintendo DS Lite or the DSi, the Nintendo 3DS drains its battery much more quickly. You'll get three to five hours of gameplay before you need to charge up again (a process that will take, according to Nintendo, about three hours).
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Can you use iPhone charger for 3DS?

It's also worth bearing in mind that you are unlikely to ever forget your iPhone charger when traveling, so if you want to take your 3DS with you too, you will only need this little adapter to charge both devices, rather than carrying around separate chargers for both (thanks Gizmodo).
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Can a 3DS use a 2DS charger?

This AC Adapter is the same as the one included with every Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DSi XL, and Nintendo DSi. It is used to recharge the internal rechargeable battery or it can be used as a direct power source.
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