Can you drop your Switch?

If you drop the Nintendo Switch on the floor or the ground, buttons, sticks, etc. may break down even if the screen is not cracked. Do not drop it or hit it against a hard object.
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Is it okay if I drop my Switch?

Do not drop, hit, or otherwise abuse the Nintendo Switch console, components, game card or accessories. Doing so may damage the LCD screen or other precision components of the Nintendo Switch console or accessories.
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How many times can you drop a Nintendo Switch?

If you're wondering how many times you can drop your Nintendo Switch before it breaks, the answer seems to be 11. YouTube user GizmoSlip took his brand new Switch out to a parking lot and conducted a series of drop tests to see how durable Nintendo's new system was.
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Is the Nintendo Switch fragile?

Nintendo Switch named 'Most Fragile' product of 2019 in French consumer magazine – Destructoid.
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Is the Nintendo Switch easy to break?

It's normal for the Nintendo Switch to occasionally take some damage. The game console is known to have a few problems with Joy-Cons breaking and cracks popping up along the Switch's vents or by the back corners. But that doesn't mean you have to buy a new Switch.
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How sturdy is a Switch?

And it's still going strong. In fact, the only takeaway from either one of these videos is that the Switch is about as durable as those old Nokia 3310 phones, but just like those phones the screen is made of plastic and can scratch very easily. Put a screen protector on your Nintendo Switch to avoid that.
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How long does a Nintendo Switch last before breaking?

The Switch will last for five to ten years with normal use. If you take care of your device and keep it in a protective case, you can easily make it last for much longer than that though.
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What happens if my switch breaks?

if your switch breaks, your only hope to get your save files back is to send it to Nintendo customer service together with a new console and HOPE that they can recover them and put them in the new console, and to be honest you have to be pretty lucky for them to be able to do it.
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How do you keep your Nintendo Switch Safe?

In order to keep the screen looking it's best, you should purchase a screen protector for the console. If you purchased your Switch in store, then you probably already saw the screen protectors hanging by the games. If it was an online purchase, you can buy them in store or online as well.
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How hot can Switch get?

Typically, the temperature tolerance range for standard commercial-grade switches is about 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F), while the temperature range expands to approximately -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) for industrial-grade equipment.
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How do I keep dust off my Nintendo Switch?

Get a clean microfiber cloth and roll it up so that it's wider than your screen. Gently brush the entire screen with your rolled-up microfiber cloth in one direction and motion. Repeat this process 2-3 times. This will remove most of the dust.
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Can I watch Netflix on Switch?

While the Switch doesn't support Netflix, it does offer other video streaming services, both paid and free, through the Nintendo eShop. YouTube, with thousands of hours of video content, is available on the Nintendo Switch.
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How do I find a lost Nintendo Switch in my house?

If someone has your Switch and is still nearby, you can find it using Bluetooth. If it is further away, they have a feature where you can enlist the help of the Tile network. They will send a notification to users who are within Bluetooth range of your device.
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Is the Nintendo Switch water proof?

The Nintendo Switch is not waterproof; liquids can damage the device, no matter the amount.
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Can you fix a broken Nintendo Switch?

The Nintendo Switch console will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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How much is a used Nintendo Switch?

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The quick answer is that a used Nintendo Switch is selling for around $200 to $249, depending on condition of course.
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How do I know if my Switch is broken?

The Console Has No Power, Has a Blank Screen, or Won't Wake Up From Sleep Mode
  1. A Nintendo Switch system will not power on.
  2. The console screen is blank (in handheld or tabletop mode), but sound may still be heard from the console speakers.
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Is Nintendo Switch end of life?

While the impressive hybrid-handheld-that-could has amassed itself an enviable game library, it's still lagging way behind the hardware prowess of Sony and Microsoft's offerings. Despite this, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has revealed that the Switch won't be replaced any time soon.
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Is the Switch at the end of its lifespan?

The Switch is in the middle of its life cycle, according to Nintendo president. The console is still going strong five years after release.
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What causes joy drift?

It's unclear what the cause of Joy-Con drift is but one Joy-Con teardown published on Reddit by user u/rainbopython in April 2019 claims that the drift problem could be caused by wear-and-tear over time while other theories point towards build-up of dust inside the casing around the stick.
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Is Nintendo Switch OLED metal?

The new Nintendo Switch OLED features an easily-scratching anti-scatter plastic panel but also uses new tough metal design. The new $350 Nintendo Switch OLED isn't any more durable than the base 2017 model, and you really should put a screen protector on it.
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Is Disney Plus on Switch?

Unfortunately, there's no Disney Plus app for the Nintendo Switch. Neither Disney nor Nintendo has announced any plans to bring Disney Plus to the Switch, either. This isn't great if your Nintendo Switch is your only streaming device.
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Does Nintendo Switch have Roblox?

With millions of daily users and a huge demographic covering kids and adults of all ages, Roblox seems a sure hit for the family-friendly console. But, despite it being available on mobile, PC, and Xbox, we're yet to see it hit either Switch or Playstation, leaving many of us scratching our blocky heads.
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