Nintendo has announced several social media changes for its services, including removing connectivity features with Twitter and Facebook.
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Nintendo Switch Online Update Only Supports iOS 14 or Later
A tweet from the official Nintendo account has stated that a new update to Nintendo Switch Online will only support iOS 14 or later.
Nintendo Switch's Joy-Cons and Pro Controller Receive Support in iOS 16
Developer Riley Testut has revealed on Twitter that Apple quietly introduced support for Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons in iOS 16.
ZAGG Updates 'Kita Grip 360' Bundle for Nintendo Switch With Stronger Impact Protection
ZAGG has released an update to Kita Grip 360, a bundle for the Nintendo Switch. It consists of a protective case and a screen protector.
Security Friday, Animal Crossing – TMO Daily Observations 2020-05-08
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont for a Security Friday News Roundup of items, and then a discussion of Nintendo’s new Animal Crossing game.
iPhone Accessory Maker Gamevice Wants to Ban Nintendo Switch From US
Gamevice makes game controllers for iPhones, and believes that the Nintendo Switch infringes on its design.
This is a new complaint, separate from another against Nintendo that Gamevice is now appealing after the Patent Trial and Appeal Board ruled in Nintendo’s favor. In that case, Nintendo was accused of infringing 19 Gamevice patents.
Nintendo will be hoping that the ITC dismisses Gamevice’s latest suit before it ends up in another lengthy legal battle. But if Gamevice had its way, Nintendo would not be allowed to import and sell the Switch in the U.S.
I always wonder what goes through company minds in cases like these. Does Gamevice think that people will magically flock to its products if the Switch gets banned? Because that definitely won’t happen.
Nintendo Switch Lite Coming in September for $199
Nintendo unveiled its Nintendo Switch Lite today, coming in September and costing US$199.
Nintendo Switch Lite has integrated controls and is smaller than the flagship version of Nintendo Switch. It has no kickstand and, as a dedicated handheld gaming device, does not support video output to a TV. Therefore, it does not come with a dock or HDMI cable.
I love my Switch and its great to see a more affordable option.
New Pokémon Mobile Game Unveiled
The Pokémon Company announced a new game for iOS and also revealed new cloud and sleep monitoring services at a major press conference.
We Finally Have a Super Mario Party Update
Nintendo finally released a Super Mario Party update. It’s not a major update but it fixes an annoyance some players had with Online Mariothon.
Fixed an issue with Online Mariothon in which ranking data was not displaying properly.
- Connect the Nintendo Switch console to the Internet.
- Return to the HOME Menu and launch the game.
- The update will be downloaded and installed automatically.
- Once the update is installed, the newest version number will be displayed on the title screen.
Now You Can Build a Nintendo Labo VR Headset
You can now build a Nintendo Labo VR headset, the company announced recently. It will go on sale April 12.
Pokemon Sword and Shield Will Bring Generation 8
Nintendo announced the arrival of Pokemon Sword and Shield that will come to the Nintendo Switch later this year. It brings with it the eighth generation of Pokemon. We saw a sneak peak of three starter Pokemon: Grookey, a chimp full of boundless curiosity; Scorbunny, a rabbit bursting with energy; and Sobble, a timid water lizard.
Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield will be set in Galar, an expansive region with many environments—idyllic countryside, contemporary cities, thick forests, and craggy, snow-covered mountains. The people and Pokémon live together in this region, and they’ve worked together to develop the industries here.
I recently bought a Switch and I’m currently playing Pokemon Let’s Go: Eevee. I haven’t kept up with the previous generations but I look forward to getting this game.