PowerA Joy-Con Comfort Grip for Nintendo Switch - Black

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Nintendo: Left Joy-Con issue has been fixed on future Switch consoles". Polygon. March 22, 2017. Archived from the original on March 23, 2017 . Retrieved March 23, 2017. Both Split Pad models are definitely worth considering if you're goal is to not only improve the ergonomics of handheld mode, but add more traditional controls. Makedonski, Brett (September 13, 2017). "There's a Super Mario Odyssey Switch bundle that comes with two red Joy-Con". Destructoid. Archived from the original on November 12, 2020 . Retrieved September 16, 2017.

Ivan, Tom (December 7, 2020). "European consumer groups join forces to investigate Switch Joy-Con drift". Video Games Chronicle. Archived from the original on December 7, 2020 . Retrieved December 7, 2020. Robinson, Andy (June 30, 2020). "Nintendo's president issues first Joy-Con drift apology". Video Games Chronicle. Archived from the original on December 7, 2020 . Retrieved December 7, 2020. Nintendo suggests Switch Joy-Con issues caused by interference (update)". Polygon. March 3, 2017. Archived from the original on March 7, 2017 . Retrieved March 7, 2017.Good, Owen (May 6, 2018). "Nintendo sued by peripheral maker alleging Switch design infringes patents". Polygon. Archived from the original on May 6, 2018 . Retrieved May 6, 2018.

Chimicles Schwartz Kriner & Donaldson-Smith LLP Appointed Interim Co-Lead Counsel, Files Amended Complaint in Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Litigation". September 27, 2019. Archived from the original on September 29, 2019 . Retrieved September 28, 2019. In addition to detachable grips that enhance your experience holding the Joy-Con controllers, there are accessories that completely replace the Joy-Cons while also functioning as ergonomic grips. Our favorite option in 2023 is still Hori's Split Pad, but now there are two different models: the Split Pad Pro and Split Pad Compact. The French consumer group UFC-Que Choisir filed a lawsuit against Nintendo in September 2020 alleging that the Joy-Con were designed with planned obsolescence intended to fail or break due to the drift issue and other factors. The suit seeks to compel Nintendo to change its manufacturing process to improve the durability of the Joy-Con. [68] Iggy (December 7, 2019). "First Photos Of The Really Rare Nintendo Switch Thunderbolt Project Set". NintendoSoup. Archived from the original on October 23, 2022 . Retrieved October 24, 2022. If you regularly play your Nintendo Switch in handheld mode, the absolute best accessory you can buy is a detachable grip. Though the Switch is one of Nintendo's best gaming consoles ever, not everyone finds the default form factor very comfortable--especially when playing for hours in a row. Thankfully, there are third-party accessories that drastically improve the Nintendo Switch's ergonomics. We've rounded up a handful of the best Nintendo Switch grips available in 2023.

In August 2017, Los Angeles-based tablet peripheral manufacturer Gamevice filed a lawsuit against Nintendo in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, alleging that the design of the Joy-Con controllers conflicts with its patent on the design for the Wikipad, an Android-based gaming device that also features a tablet with a detachable controller. The lawsuit sought damages on existing Switch sales and banning further sales of the console. [58] The lawsuit was voluntarily dismissed by Gamevice on October 23, 2017. [59] Specifications — Nintendo Switch — Nintendo". Archived from the original on July 9, 2021 . Retrieved February 27, 2018. This Switch grip offers a feature the others on this list don't: extended battery life. Fitted with a built-in 10,000mAh internal battery, Newdery's grip roughly doubles the battery life while playing in handheld mode. It's only compatible with the regular Nintendo Switch, though. Kuchera, Ben (March 16, 2017). "Nintendo Switch's World of Goo shows off system's Wii-style pointer controls". Polygon. Archived from the original on March 17, 2017 . Retrieved March 16, 2017. Byford, Sam (July 25, 2019). "Nintendo announces Disney-themed Switch for Japan". The Verge. Archived from the original on October 21, 2022 . Retrieved October 21, 2022.

Meet the minds behind Nintendo Switch's HD Rumble tech". Techradar. February 7, 2017. Archived from the original on March 7, 2017 . Retrieved March 7, 2017. Gamevice, Inc. v. Nintendo Co., Ltd. et al". RPX Corporation. Archived from the original on September 19, 2017 . Retrieved January 25, 2018. Since the grip has a power bank inside, it is heavier than the other grips on this list. The bulkiness that it adds works in its favor when it comes to ergonomics, though. The increased depth combined with rounded handles makes the Switch more comfortable to hold for longer play sessions. As the main draw here is extended playtime, that's certainly a good thing. Webster, Andrew (May 18, 2017). "Nintendo is releasing neon pink-and-green Switch controllers for Splatoon 2". The Verge. Archived from the original on November 12, 2020 . Retrieved May 18, 2017.

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a b "Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con wrist straps have an annoying issue, but you can fix it". Polygon. Vox Media. February 27, 2017. Archived from the original on March 7, 2017 . Retrieved March 7, 2017. Hori Releasing Pikachu Themed D-Pad Joy-Con On 16th November". Archived from the original on February 20, 2019 . Retrieved February 20, 2019. a b Sarkar, Samit (January 13, 2017). "Nintendo Switch has 32 GB storage, 720p touchscreen". Polygon. Archived from the original on January 14, 2017 . Retrieved January 23, 2017. You can always trust iMore. Our team of Apple experts have years of experience testing all kinds of tech and gadgets, so you can be sure our recommendations and criticisms are accurate and helpful. Find out more about how we test. When detached from the console, both Joy-Con units operate autonomously of each other, and communicate with the console via Bluetooth. [8] Wrist strap attachments are provided, which are similarly installed by sliding them onto the controllers' rails. The strap attachments have a rounded shape and raised shoulder buttons to improve the ergonomics of the Joy-Con when used individually. [3] [9] [10]