Do New Joy-Cons drift?

Nintendo has made minor updates to Joy-Cons over the years, but the ones in the Switch OLED
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are the same as the controllers that came with the Switch V2, so they're still susceptible to drift. Players can purchase new controllers, but Nintendo's services also repair Joy-Cons with drift for free.
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How do you prevent Joy-Con drift on new Joy-Cons?

Head to System Settings > Controllers and Sensors > Calibrate Control Sticks and hold down the analog stick you wish to calibrate. Hit the “X” button on your controller then select “Calibrate” in the warning that appears to proceed.
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Has Nintendo fixed Joy-Con Drift 2021?

Nintendo engineers suggest Switch Joy-Con drift will never be fixed.
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Are newer Joy-Cons better?

According to technology division director Ko Shiota, the Switch OLED has JoyCons that are more resistant to wear and tear than the original Switch models. "... The analog-stick parts have continuously been improved since launch, and we are still working on improvements,"Shiota said.
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How long does it take for Joy-Cons to drift?

How long does a Joy-Con repair take? The general consensus indicates that Joy-Con repairs by Nintendo can take anywhere from 3 days to a month.
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How long should Joy-Cons last?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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Does Nintendo fix drift for free?

Ever since a report by Kotaku from July 2019 shined a light on the Joy-Con drift issue, Nintendo has changed its policies significantly. The company will now repair drifting Joy-Con controllers for free, even if your controllers are outside the regular warranty.
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Are the new White Joy-Cons different?

The Joy-Con controllers included with Nintendo Switch – OLED Model are the same as the controllers currently available.” This seems to make it clear that there would be no differences between the joy-cons.
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Are OLED switch Joy-Cons bigger?

It's the bezel that has shrunk on the OLED version, allowing for a bigger screen but retaining the same overall console height. This is the reason the Joy-Cons are still compatible. The Switch OLED is fractionally longer and slightly heavier but you really won't notice the difference.
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Does cardboard fix drift?

The way it works is pretty simple: stick a piece of cardboard under the analog stick. It's really that easy. If you don't have any cardboard around, then anything that's about one millimeter thick will do the trick, like a business card.
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How do I permanently fix Joy-Con drift?

VK has a permanent fix for your drifting JoyCon, and it's simply to place a 1mm square piece of paper underneath the joystick's housing. By doing this you apply enough pressure to the underside of the drifting JoyCon, and it seemingly appears to fix the problem.
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What causes controller drift?

A common reason why controllers run into drift problems is that they are prone to deterioration, which will naturally occur with use. In more recent years, the life cycle of technology has shortened dramatically to promote further purchases (yay, capitalism), thereby further exacerbating the issue.
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Can you fix stick drift?

It's called controller drift, or analog stick drift, because one or both thumbsticks will drift, or move, in an undesired direction even when you aren't touching them. To fix Xbox One controller drift, you need to take the controller apart and repair or replace one or more components related to the analog sticks.
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Does the White Nintendo switch get dirty?

Oh, and judging from the marks and stains that have accrued from years of use on my original Switch's Joy-Con controllers, the new white ones will get discoloured within a matter of months, leaving them looking dirty at all times.
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Do old Joy-Cons work on old Switch?

Are old Joy-Cons compatible with the Nintendo Switch OLED? The short and sweet answer is yes. Any and all Joy-Cons you have in your collection can be paired up and used with the new Nintendo Switch OLED seamlessly.
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Is Switch OLED better?

While the OLED screen makes games look richer, bolder, and more immersive than before, the new Switch console doesn't boost performance in any way. The Switch OLED has the same Nvidia Custom Tegra processor and RAM as the standard Switch model, so there's no upgrade in power under the hood.
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Is the OLED switch faster?

The Nintendo Switch OLED has the same battery life and processing power as the Nintendo Switch V2. That means that they load up games at the same rate and offer the same frames per second (FPS), which on average is about 60 FPS on the Switch, Switch V2, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED model.
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Is Nintendo Switch OLED better?

Should you buy the Nintendo Switch or the Nintendo Switch OLED? If you're buying a new Switch right now, you're most likely better off going for the Switch OLED. It's got a better inbuilt display, improved speakers, a dock with a LAN port included in the box and double the storage of the base Switch.
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Is Joy-Con repair Free 2021?

As a reminder, Nintendo is still offering free Joy-Con repairs in North America. All you need to do is fill out an easy form, and live in the USA or Canada, and you're good.
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Can you trade in Joy-Cons with drift?

We hope that this painted an idea of the process to trade in your Nintendo Switch for the newer model. If you have Joy-Con drift, this deal is a win win. Just call ahead to your local GameStop and make sure you can do the transfer in-store.
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Are Joy-Cons covered under warranty?

Be it an issue with the Joy-Con, kickstand, or something else, you are covered by Nintendo's limited warranty for 12 months. That's the standard length for any Nintendo console, including the Switch and the Nintendo 3DS line. Games and accessories sold separately carry a three-month warranty.
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How often do joy cons break?

Most Joy Cons will last 2–4 years depending upon how often they are used before they break. If they are dropped often or thrown around, it is possible that they will not even last a year before breaking.
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Can Joy Cons be overcharged?

So will the Nintendo Switch overcharge? The Nintendo Switch has overcharge protection which means that it is designed to not overcharge even if it is left plugged in overnight or for long periods of time. Leaving it plugged in will also not damage the Switch in anyway either.
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