Tag: Firmware
News Nintendo Switch System Update 19.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Although we're now on the cusp of the Switch "successor" announcement, Nintendo is still rolling out regular updates for its current generation hybrid system. With this in mind, it's today bumped up the Switch firmware to Version 19.0.0. According to the official patch notes, this is another super stable update to improve the...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 18.1.0), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has gone live
Following a system firmware update in June (bumping the Switch up to Version 18.1.0), Nintendo has now rolled out another "rebootless" update. This has been detailed by dataminer 'OatmealDome' on social media, who once again men
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has updated its Switch firmware to Version 18.1.0. As you might have already noticed, this one is a little bit different. It's tied to the previous announcement in May about the Switch's discontinuation of 'X' (formerly Twitter). It means Switch users will no longer be able to post screenshots of videos to X from the...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has rolled out its second Switch firmware update of 2024, bumping the system up to Version 18.0.1. This latest update fixes some wireless access point issues and comes with the usual system stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. Below are the full patch notes, courtesy of the company's official support...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The first firmware update of 2024 has arrived
Although the Switch is getting on, Nintendo is still busy rolling out regular firmware updates. Following a minor update at the end of last year, it's now released the big Version 18.0.0 update. It's added in an extra auto-sleep option, added Korean as a supported language for parental controls and as...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.1), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has gone live
After a system update in December last year, bumping the Switch's firmware up to Version 17.0.1, Nintendo has now quietly released another "rebootless" update. This was once again highlighted by dataminer 'OatmealDome' on social media, who shares a brief reminder that "rebootless updates" do not require you...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 17.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Could this be the final update of 2023?
We've finally made it to December and to mark the last month of 2023, Nintendo has rolled out a new firmware update for the Switch. According to Nintendo's official support page, Version 17.0.1 resolves an issue with local communication for "some software" and includes general system stability improvements to...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.0), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has arrived
Following a firmware update for the Switch last month, bumping the system up to Version 17.0.0, Nintendo has now released another "rebootless" update. As explained by the dataminer and social media user 'OatmealDome', these updates do not actually require users to restart the console or download anything. As...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 17.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Nintendo has rolled out a new update for the Switch and it bumps the system firmware up to Version 17.0.0. Yes, it's a major one, but there's seemingly not much going on other than the usual stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's official support page: Ver...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Ultra stable
Nintendo has released a new update for the Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 16.1.0. This is the fifth update of 2023 and the first one we've had since May. According to the official support page, this update comes with more stability improvements to enhance the "overall experience" for Switch players. Here's the full...
News Nintendo Updates The Switch Again (Version 16.0.3), Here Are The Details
A second "rebootless update" has been released
Nintendo rolled out a Switch firmware update in early May, bumping the system up to Version 16.0.3. It then followed this up at the end of the same month with an update for this update. Now, it seems another one has arrived for the same patch. As highlighted by dataminer 'OatmealDome' this is another...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 16.0.3), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless update" has arrived
Earlier this month, Nintendo rolled out a new update for the Switch, bumping the system up to Version 16.0.3. Now, in a slight development, it seems the company has issued a "rebootless" update for this same firmware update. As detailed by dataminer 'OatmealDome', this update does not require users to do...
News 3DS System Update 11.17.0-50 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Ultra stable
Nintendo has issued a surprise update for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. This bumps the system up to Version 11.17.0-50. As usual, it's another "stability update" - with improved system stability to further enhance the overall user experience. Dataminer 'OatmealDome' also notes how the system settings, eShop app and internet...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.3 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Get ready for Zelda with another stability update
Ahead of the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom later this week, Nintendo has released a new system update for the Switch. This bumps the firmware up to Version 16.0.3 and it's another stability update to enhance the overall experience. Here are the full official patch notes,...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Fancy some more stability?
Following on from last month's update, Nintendo has now rolled out its third firmware update of 2023, bumping the hybrid system up to Version 16.0.2. This latest update isn't a major content drop like 16.0.0 patch. Instead, it's another stability update (like 16.0.1) including improvements to enhance the overall...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Nintendo has rolled out its second firmware update of 2023, bumping the hybrid system up to Version 16.0.1. This latest update seemingly does far less compared to the previous 16.0.0 update issued in February. 16.0.1 is the usual stability update to enhance the overall user experience. Here are the patch notes in full, courtesy of...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released its first Switch firmware update for 2023 - bumping the system up to Version 16.0.0. This latest update makes a slight adjustment to 'nicknames' and also comes with regular "stability updates" to enhance the overall user experience. When we learn more about the backend adjustments, we'll update this...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 15.0.1), Here Are The Details
"Bad words list" updated
At the beginning of November, Nintendo released a system update for the Switch, bumping it up to Version 15.0.1. As revealed by dataminer OatmealDome at the time, it included a handful of fixes. As usual, there were also some "general system stability improvements" to enhance the overall user experience. Today's update is...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 15.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch - bumping the system up to Version 15.0.1. This one resolves a few issues including one problem causing an error code when playing DLC on a unit that's not your primary console. It also fixes an issue preventing screenshots during certain in-game scenes on...
PSA Remember To Update Your Switch Joy-Con And Pro Controllers
The latest Switch firmware update has arrived
Nintendo earlier today released a new firmware update for the Switch and it seems there might be some controller updates to go with it according to a number of users who have already downloaded the update. Obviously, this is just a little PSA to remind you, in general, to update your Joy-Con and Pro...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 15.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. This is the first major update it has released since June, and it's skipped ahead from Version 14.1.2 all the way up to 15.0.0. This latest update might not be what everyone was necessarily hoping for but it does come with some handy adjustments and...
News 3DS System Update 11.16.0-49 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Following the 3DS system update late last month, Nintendo has now issued another one. This bumps the system up to Version 11.16.0-49. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's support website: Ver. 11.16.0-49U (September 12th, 2022) "Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been...
News 3DS System Update 11.16.0-48 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Another stability update has been delivered
Well, just like the Wii U - the Nintendo 3DS has also received a system firmware update today. This bumps the entire family of 3DS systems up to Version 11.16.0-48. It's another "stability" update. There have also been some other minor adjustments. Like the Wii U update, this also happens to be the first...
News Wii U Receives Its First System Update Of 2022, Here's What's Included
Possibly the first and last
Nintendo has released a new system update for the Wii U. The patch notes mention enhancements to the "overall system stability" and various other minor adjustments. Here's what's apparently included in the Version 5.5.6 U update. This applies to both the Wii U Deluxe and Basic models: Ver. 5.5.6 U (August 29th,...
News Nintendo Releases Another Update For Switch (Version 14.1.2), Here Are The Details
The "bad words list" has been updated, again
Following on from a Switch Online mobile app update earlier today, it seems Nintendo has now rolled out another "rebootless" update for Switch firmware Version 14.1.2. Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome has once again revealed what's going on behind the scenes. Keep in mind, that unlike regular updates,...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 14.1.2), Here Are The Details
"Bad words list" updated
A few weeks ago, Nintendo rolled out a system update for the Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 14.1.2. It contained the usual "general system stability improvements" but there was some other stuff going on behind the scenes, as revealed by Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome. Today's update is a little bit different -...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the hybrid system up to version 14.1.2. According to the company's official support page, this latest update includes some general system stability improvements to once again enhanced the overall user experience. Here are the full patch notes: Ver...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the hybrid system up to version 14.1.1. According to Nintendo's official support page, this latest update includes "general system stability improvements" to further enhance the user experience. Surprisingly, this wasn't included in the previous patch...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released a new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the system up to version 14.1.0. According to Nintendo's support page, Nintendo has added "platinum point notification settings" under the notifications in the Switch's system settings. The official patch notes go into more detail: Ver. 14.1.0 (Released April...
PSA Remember To Update Your Joy-Con, As Well As Your Nintendo Switch
Controller updates arrive with Version 14.0.0
Nintendo released Version 14.0.0 of the Switch firmware earlier this week. It allows users to group software together and also included an update for Bluetooth audio support. Since this firmware has gone live, it seems a new update has also been issued for the Switch Joy-Con controllers. Here's how you...
News Bluetooth Audio Volume Gets A Welcome Boost In Switch System Update 14.0.0
Feels a bit more 2022
It was over four years into its lifecycle that Switch enabled support for Bluetooth headphones, a welcome addition especially for those that like playing the system as a handheld on the go. It's not necessarily an elegant solution, but the most important thing is that it works. How To Use Bluetooth Headphones On Switch -...
Guide How To Use Folders On Nintendo Switch
But now they're called 'Groups'
We've been saying for five long, hard years that we miss folders. A mainstay on 3DS and Wii U, they helped us track our spiralling collection of download games and keep things organised. On Switch maintaining a grip on a sizeable collection has become a messy business — until now! Nintendo rolled out its Nintendo...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
"You can now create groups of software"
Nintendo has just released a new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the system up to version 14.0.0 and while it's not an overly large update, it does add one significant and long-requested feature. After five years, users now have the ability to create groups of software. This is basically the folder...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 13.2.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Fancy some stability?
It's now January 2022, and you know what that means, right? It's time for a Nintendo Switch update! With this in mind, Nintendo has rolled out its first system firmware update of the year. The official patch notes reveal some general system stability improvements. Here are the full details, courtesy of the Nintendo support...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 13.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
After some rather exciting firmware updates like Bluetooth Audio support, dock updates, and the release of the 'Expansion Pack' tier for the NSO, Version 13.2.0 focuses on stability improvements and enhancing the overall user experience. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's official support page: Ver. 13.2.0...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 13.1.0 Is Now Live - Adds The Switch Online Expansion Pack
N64, Sega Mega Drive and Animal Crossing's DLC
Nintendo has just rolled out version 13.1.0 for the Switch. This is the first update it's had since the arrival of the OLED Model earlier this month. According to Nintendo Japan's customer support account on social media, this update is required to download in order to play the Switch Online 'Expansion...
News Switch Firmware Update 13.0.0 Weirdly Speeds Up Some Game Boot Times
So long, Switch click (sometimes, results are varied!)
Nintendo's firmware update 13.0.0 had the headline feature of adding support for Bluetooth devices, which was overdue but nonetheless welcome. It did some other work too, however, such as an 'Update Dock' option for the OLED model equivalents, effectively ensuring support of the LAN port that'll...
News New Switch Update Allows Users To Share Longer Twitter Messages
Come on, get tweeting
Nintendo yesterday released the 13.0.0 update for Switch and it's one of the biggest firmware updates there's been in a while. It includes support for Bluetooth audio, a Switch OLED model dock update and there's even a new update available for the Joy-Con controllers. Many users are still sifting through this update to see...
PSA Remember To Update Your Joy-Con, As Well As Your Nintendo Switch
Controller updates arrive with Version 13.0.0
Nintendo has released Version 13.0.0 for the Switch and as you've probably already seen by now, it adds Bluetooth audio support, updates the Switch OLED dock and much more. Since this update has gone live, users have also noticed a new update has been issued for the Switch Joy-Con controllers. Here's...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 13.0.0 Is Live, Adds Bluetooth Audio
And a Switch OLED dock update
The new Switch OLED model arrives next month and ahead of its release Nintendo has rolled out a sizable update - bumping the system firmware all the way up to version 13.0.0. We heard how Bluetooth audio support was spotted in an update earlier this year and now it's been officially released. Headphones, earbuds,...
News 3DS System Update 11.15.0-47 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The stability is over 9000!
Update [Wed 28th Jul, 2021 02:00 BST]: Following on from the first system update for the 3DS in 2021, Nintendo has now released the official patch notes. As expected, it's more "stability" improvements and some other minor adjustments to improve the overall experience. Here are the official patch notes, courtesy of...
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Controller updates arrive with Version 12.1.0
Nintendo has rolled out Version 12.1.0 for the Switch and as you might have already heard, it allows you to delete old software data to download new data. This update also comes with a bunch of stability improvements. Since this update has gone live, users have also noticed a new update has been issued...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 12.1.0 Is Now Live
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After last month's update was halted the day after its release, Nintendo has now Version 12.1.0 of the Switch system firmware. This seems to be a minor patch - at least on face value. It allows Switch users to now delete old data for software, to make it easier to download newer data, and as usual, there are some general system...
News Switch Error Code 2123-1502 - Nintendo Appears To Have Fixed Issue Related To Update 12.0.3
Update: Distribution of update data scheduled for next week
Update #2: It looks like Nintendo has fixed the dreaded Error Code 2123-1502. According to Nintendo's maintenance schedule on its official website, it performed network maintenance on 20th June. It would appear that the maintenance has fixed Error Code 2123-1502 – according to some...
News Nintendo Resumes Distribution Of Switch System Update 12.0.3
"We apologize for any inconvenience caused"
Update #3: Nintendo has now resumed the distribution of Switch System Update 12.0.3. According to Twitter's translation service, the statement reads as follows: We have resumed distribution of system version 12.0.3 of Nintendo Switch, which was suspended. After updating to 12.0.3, if an error occurs...
Guide Nintendo Switch System Update 12.0.2 Is Now Live
Fancy some more stability?
Last month, Nintendo released its big 12.0.0 update for the Nintendo Switch. This was followed by a stability update, but there was believed to be a lot more going on behind the scenes. Now, it's rolled out its very first update for the month of May, and it's yet another stability update. Yes, who needs things like...
News Switch's Latest Firmware Update Contains A Javascript Exploit, But Don't Worry Too Much
Just be wary of what QR codes you scan in...
Update: At the request of Conor, we have removed the exploit details from this article as it appears Nintendo is still working on a fix via their bug bounty platform. Original Story: While Nintendo's Switch firmware updates are usually all about adding stability and getting rid of bugs, sometimes they...
Guide Nintendo Switch System Update History - Full Switch Firmware Guide
Every Switch system update since launch detailed
Since Nintendo Switch launched back in March 2017, the handheld hybrid console has received numerous firmware updates. As is standard for any piece of technology these days, these system updates have added new features, refined existing menu and User Interface elements, and provided an ever-more...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 12.0.1 Is Now Live
Fancy some stability?
Earlier this month, Nintendo rolled out a new firmware update for the Switch. While many expected the 12.0.0 update to be something significant, according to the patch notes - it fixed an issue tied to the save data backup feature. Now that it's done with this, it's released Version 12.0.1, and with it comes the usual...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 12.0.0 Is Now Live
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Although there were reports of a minor system update on its way to the Switch last month, it seems Nintendo has instead jumped straight to Version 12.0.0. If you were hoping for things like folders, themes and various other exciting features, we're sorry to say, but there's none of that. Instead, this latest update fixes an issue...
