Nintendo, Switch and Joy-Con

Nintendo Switch 2's most unexpected feature so far? Joy-Cons that attach upside-down, according to a new patent
You might be able to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons upside down, according to a new patent. VGC reports that a new patent Nintendo filed suggests you can rotate the Switch 2 screen and still attach its bigger-than-before controllers.
Nintendo Switch 2 patent reveals Joy-Cons surprise
When Nintendo teased the Switch 2 in January the company partially revealed the larger, re-designed Joy-Con controllers that connect to the console with a new mechanism, possibly electromagnetically.
Nintendo Switch 2’s wildest theory yet, upside-down Joy-Cons and flippable display
Switch 2 speculations are getting out of hand, but what do we actually know? This latest one might be the best meme material so far.
A Switch 2 patent suggests its Joy-Con controls can be rotated
Now a new patent published by Nintendo suggests players may be able to turn the controllers upside down and plug them into the ‘wrong’ side of the system. Instead of reporting an error, the patent suggests the Switch 2 could instead flip the display 180 degrees, essentially allowing the user to turn the system upside down.
A Nintendo Switch 2 Patent Shows That The New Joy-Cons Can Be Connected Upside Down
Nintendo Switch 2 patent reveals interesting new feature. The Switch 2's joy-cons can be connected upside down to take advantage of port placements.
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con mouse functionality revealed in new images
A new Nintendo Switch 2 patent for the upcoming console's joy-cons has revealed the possible functionality of the joy-con working like a mouse.
Switch 2 Could Finally Change One Of The Most Common Misconceptions About Nintendo Consoles
The common misconception that Nintendo consoles are for kids has hurt the overall appeal of these systems, and that needs to change with the Switch 2.
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New Nintendo patent seemingly confirms magnetic Joy-Cons
The second button is attracted to the second magnet by a magnetic force. Basically, the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons have two buttons that must be pushed to detach the controller. Both buttons ...
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We finally know what the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons are hiding
Many Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con features have been revealed by a new patent. They show an optical sensor and mouse functionality for both Joy-Cons. Nintendo will reveal more details at the ...
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Nintendo patent explains Switch 2 Joy-Cons’ “mouse operation” mode
That said, the patent serves as strong evidence of just how the Switch Joy-Cons could emulate computer mice. We expect more details will be shared when Nintendo releases a Switch-focused ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Patent Reveals Joy-Con Mouse Functionality
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers may feature mouse functionality with light source and sensors for improved gameplay. The patent showcases features like the ability to slide Joy-Cons on ...
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Nintendo Patent Details Switch 2 Joy-Cons Working Like A PC Mouse
To be honest, almost everything we've seen about the Switch ... that Nintendo hasn't confirmed yet which seems almost certain to be real, though. That's the ability to use the Joy-Cons with ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons May Introduce a Game-Changing Feature
The Nintendo Switch 2 promises to be one of the most ... while the Wii U had a controller with a full-blown screen. The original Joy-Cons had technology never seen before, and whether or not ...