Why is my 3DS light blue?

The Nintendo 3DS has four different LED notification colors that signal various system statuses: Blue: You have received a SpotPass

SpotPass

SpotPass is a feature that lets Nintendo 3DS family system detect wireless hotspots or wireless LAN access points and obtain information, game data, free software, and videos from Nintendo or the software in use. The type of data will vary depending on the type of data used on the system.

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What Is SpotPass? - Nintendo Support

notification. The Notification LED may not light for some types of data.

How do I fix the blue light on my 3DS black screen?

What do 3DS lights mean?

There are 2 indicator lights on your 3DS. One is blue and one is orange. The Blue light indicates whether the system is on or off (blue means on, red means the battery is low, off means the system is off)

How do you turn on a dead 3DS?

Unplug the AC adapter and wait approximately 30 seconds before plugging it in again. Ensure the AC adapter is securely connected to both the Nintendo 3DS and the electrical outlet. The battery pack may not be connected correctly if the recharge LED lights up then immediately turns dark.

Why wont my 3DS screen turn on?

If the system is on and the screens do not turn on, press and hold the POWER Button to turn it off first. If the system no longer turns on, you may have a charging issue. This is usually indicated by a red (solid or blinking) or no power LED.

Watch this guide if your 3DS not turning on (Blue LED flashes)

How do I know if my 3DS battery is low?

How do I force start my 3DS?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.

How do you fix a unresponsive 3DS?

Recalibrate the touch screen. Recalibrate the circle pad. Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system powers off. Power the system on and see if the issue persists.

How long does a completely dead 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.

What is bricked 3DS?

A brick (or bricked device) is a mobile device, game console, router or other consumer electronic device that is no longer functional due to corrupted firmware, a hardware problem, or other damage.

How many hours does a 3DS last?

The typical battery life for the Nintendo 3DS is between three and five hours if you're playing a Nintendo 3DS game. If you're playing a Nintendo DS game on the 3DS, the battery might last anywhere between five and eight hours.

Can you leave a 3DS on 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.

How long should a 3DS last?

If you take good care of it, you can make them last 10 years easy enough. Assuming you have an average system and haven't got an unlucky combination of components. My PSP and GBA still both work perfectly. It's dangerous to go alone!

How do you fix blue lights of death?

How do I fix the blue light on my screen?

You should be able to find the filter under Settings > Display. Look for an option for Night Light or Blue Light filter and turn it on. In most cases there should be a way to schedule the feature and adjust the color temperature to your liking.

What is the 3DS black screen of death?

The black screen of death is where the 3DS turns on and can hold a charge, but only the backlight will come on the screen itself (top and bottom) stays black. Remove all the components: SD Card, Game, stylus etc.

Is it bad to overcharge your 3DS?

No, it automatically stops charging once full. You can't overcharge it or ruin your battery this way.

Is it okay to play 3DS while charging?

Yes. Your system can be played while it is charging.

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.

Why isn't my 3DS charging?

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.

Is 3DS no longer supported?

Broadly, it means that you won't be able to buy or download new games on the 3DS or Wii U eShop after 27th March 2023, and you also won't be able to purchase in-game content, download demos or free-to-play software, redeem download codes, or add funds to your account on 3DS or Wii U.

Will 3DS stop working?

UPDATE 7/19/22: Nintendo confirms that both the Wii U and 3DS eShops will close on March 27, 2023. After that date it will still be possible to redownload purchased content (games, DLC), get software updates, and play online "for the foreseeable future."

What is a soft reset 3DS?

It involves holding certain buttons on the game system at the same time, which causes the game to return to the startup screen. A "soft reset" contrasts to a "hard reset", which is restarting the game by rebooting the system itself.

How do I reset my old 3DS?

What is 3DS recovery mode?

The recovery mode (also known as Safe Mode Boot) can be accessed when turning on the Nintendo 3DS while holding A+R+L+Up(DPad). This menu is made to update your Nintendo 3DS through internet, if an update previously failed.