Nintendo just dropped some info on the battery stuff for the new Switch 2, and, weirdly enough, it came through their Nintendo Today! app. Not sure why I have it on my phone, but whatever, it’s there.
So, apparently, they’ve got this new thing where the Switch 2 stops charging at around 90%. Yeah, you heard that right. It’s like, “Whoa, pause the juice flow!” I guess the idea is to keep the battery from wearing out too fast. It’s like when you—or your iPhone, rather—gets tired and slow after a while. Been there, right? The battery’s all chemical and whatnot.
Anyway, there’s this option called “Stop Charging Around 90%.” Sounds pretty self-explanatory but also kind of slows the charging process as it nears that magic number. Like, what’s the rush, right? Even if it’s a gaming console.
Honestly, it reminds me of my phone when I overcharge it—always a bad idea. And yes, every battery ages, kind of like me, I guess. It can hold less charge as time goes on, which means you gotta recharge more. Fun times.
Oh, and mark those calendars! The big day is June 5, 2025. This new gadget’s gonna hit stores. It’s priced at £395.99 in the UK. Other places too, like €469.99 in Europe and $449.99 in the US. Cheaper than I expected? Maybe. But you didn’t hear that from me.
