Re:Nintendo Switch
by grenoire on Friday January 13, 2017 @06:56AM
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From the presentation. They mentioned it was 2.5 to 6, but expect worst case with battery life. You can plug a USB-C to charge it with a power bank from what I gather.
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Re:Nintendo Switch
by PetitPrince on Friday January 13, 2017 @09:02AM
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> USB-C
Nintendo having an history of using proprietary cable, this is great news. Having the possibility to charge all of your device with one cable and sharing a unique powerbank is something really cool.
Yep, the Nintendo 3DS came with a 1750 mAh battery and that lasted for 3-5 hours. Get a small power bank or a 10,000 mAh one and you're set for the whole day. I don't think battery is too much of a problem.
Y'know, the correct solution would be that it came with one
I personally really like not being forced to pay extra for a big battery when I buy a new device. I already have enough batteries I carry around.
On the other hand, I think it could be a nice touch to give the customer an option to buy a case/battery combo, designed by the same manufacturer.
Re:Nintendo Switch
by notheguyouthink on Friday January 13, 2017 @09:31AM
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Yup, agreed. I have a big powerbank i use for everything at home and i see no reason to increase the bulk of the Switch itself to include a bigger battery.
Likewise if it wasn't built in but came with the product, i'd be wanting a lower priced product not including the external battery.