SixStringPsycho
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So is the Hori transparent protector the same as a cheap one from ebay? The one on ebay costs me $10.00 less
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New Nintendo 3DS & New Nintendo 3DS XL Launch Thread
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Definitely America. Definitely a sad panda. I don't even own 3DS titles and I want that handheld cause its so freaking beautiful.
SixStringPsycho
Member
Finally removed the dust underneath my screen protector! And I also fixed the looseness of the backplate by tightening it.
Now it's perfect.
I just need an extra battery. Do any of you guys have an extra battery with you?
I'm also gonna post a picture of the case I have for my regular N3DS.
Now it's perfect.
I just need an extra battery. Do any of you guys have an extra battery with you?
I'm also gonna post a picture of the case I have for my regular N3DS.
I bought the Zelda pouch from gamestop. Still waiting though
I searched for it before buying the MH4 one, no luck. : (
Cyber Gadget has a grip for both New models, there are some Japanese sellers on eBay selling them. Search cyber "new 3ds" rubber grip.
For the XL you can get a replacement battery cover (order from NoA or eBay) and buy different protective covers. The current selection is a bit limited though.
Two examples from PlayAsia:
http://www.play-asia.com/tpu-cover-for-new-3ds-ll-clear-blue-paOS-13-49-en-70-8lhd.html
http://www.play-asia.com/nanatsu-no-taizai-rubber-cover-for-new-3ds-ll-paOS-13-49-en-70-8lhf.html
It's propably a Chinese clone. I have one on hand now and it seems it doesn't seem to be such a fingerprint magnet, unlike the Hori cover.
So I ordered a New 3DS XL yesterday (should be arriving in the next few days).
But have a question, is it possible to just transfer the basic data and use the same microSD card I used in my old 3DS on my new 3DS?
Do I have to reformat the card or something? Like, I want to continue using the SD card Ive always been using.
But have a question, is it possible to just transfer the basic data and use the same microSD card I used in my old 3DS on my new 3DS?
Do I have to reformat the card or something? Like, I want to continue using the SD card Ive always been using.
You can use the same card (as long as it's a microSD in your standard 3DS) on your new console, once you've performed the transfer.
Ugh. I am not happy.
About a month ago I sent in my brand new MM system to Nintendo because it came to me new with a chip of paint missing on the inside. I got that fixed and got it back.
So this morning I was just sort of looking over my system and I notice that on the battery cover, that the screws holding it on were put on so tight it's actually cracking the plastic around them!
What the hell, Nintendo!?
If I call them, think they will do anything about it?
I know you can order plates from the online store, but they don't have any MM ones. I would be willing if they did. This really stinks...
About a month ago I sent in my brand new MM system to Nintendo because it came to me new with a chip of paint missing on the inside. I got that fixed and got it back.
So this morning I was just sort of looking over my system and I notice that on the battery cover, that the screws holding it on were put on so tight it's actually cracking the plastic around them!
What the hell, Nintendo!?
If I call them, think they will do anything about it?
I know you can order plates from the online store, but they don't have any MM ones. I would be willing if they did. This really stinks...
My impressions after a week...
It's a very nice system. It's way faster than the 3ds and the c stick isn't so bad. The 3d works well but still gives me a headache so I had to turn it off.
It's still bullshit it didn't come with a charger but I sold me XL for 100.00 so I put that towards Majoras Mask and a charger and will pick up Xenoblade when I have more time.
I ended up going with a 32gb card but I might return it and get a 64. I only have 11gb open on my current card. Since I did the license transfer if I get a 64 I just have to move the files from my 32 to my 64 on the computer and I'm good to go, right?
It's a very nice system. It's way faster than the 3ds and the c stick isn't so bad. The 3d works well but still gives me a headache so I had to turn it off.
It's still bullshit it didn't come with a charger but I sold me XL for 100.00 so I put that towards Majoras Mask and a charger and will pick up Xenoblade when I have more time.
I ended up going with a 32gb card but I might return it and get a 64. I only have 11gb open on my current card. Since I did the license transfer if I get a 64 I just have to move the files from my 32 to my 64 on the computer and I'm good to go, right?
Jorav
Member
I have this. Fits the regular n3ds perfectly. https://www.sfbags.com/collections/nintendo-3ds-cases/products/nintendo-3ds-xl-cityslicker-case
Pancakes R Us
Member
Call and complain. NoA's repair department can be pretty careless with systems. My original Wii came back with a big old scratch.
EndlessFloydian
Member
Try Wal-Mart/ASDA if there are any in your area. I found a "Game Traveler" case for the New 3DS (non-xl model) in my local Walmart here in the US. It's manufactured by RDS industries, and the packaging says that it was compatible with the "New" 3DS (non-xl), despite the model not even being sold in the states atm. Said case included a blue Mario themed one, and a regular black case with diagonal raised lines on the front.
victreeb3l
Member
Another thing before I do my system transfer.
Will content saved on SD cards transfer over wirelessly to the new system? I noticed I had some Pokemon and Smash Extra Data files saved there, as well as some FE:A DLC. Also I've been playing Pokemon on the N3DS. After the transfer is done, it shouldnt affect my progress in the game since the saving happens on the cartridge itself, right?
Sorry if thats a dumb question. I wasn't paying attention to where stuff was being saved until now.
Will content saved on SD cards transfer over wirelessly to the new system? I noticed I had some Pokemon and Smash Extra Data files saved there, as well as some FE:A DLC. Also I've been playing Pokemon on the N3DS. After the transfer is done, it shouldnt affect my progress in the game since the saving happens on the cartridge itself, right?
Sorry if thats a dumb question. I wasn't paying attention to where stuff was being saved until now.
The issue is that the first time you send it for repair, it doesn't go to Nintendo. Nintendo has a bunch of lowest bidder style repair companies. They're generally lousy, because Nintendo is cheap.
Since you've gone through that and it didn't go well, you have to call and make sure it's going to actual Nintendo in Washington. It's the only way to guarantee things are done right.
Pancakes R Us
Member
Interesting, I didn't know this.
The California repair company seems to be the worst offender. They installed a new Wii U screen into my gamepad crooked!
The Radio Repair company that they hired in Syracuse NY seems okay so far, though.
Wowfunhappy
Member
Can anyone in Europe who recently (say, within the past week) bought a small New 3DS from an online retailer please tell me the firmware version it came with + the model?
Would really help me out! I live in the states and I"m trying to get a specific firmware version.
Would really help me out! I live in the states and I"m trying to get a specific firmware version.
TheSlySoul
Member
That happened with my black regular n3DS system. It was so tight that any attempts to unscrew them cracked the plastic. I gave up and just Hulked the back of the system since I had a cover replacement.
Wish the screws were not there in the first place IMO.
This might be a good resource for tracking European models and give you an idea of what's currently in circulation.
https://gbatemp.net/threads/n3ds-xl-firmware-by-version-number.381479/
Wowfunhappy
Member
I've seen this before, but thank you.
It's not super helpful to someone who lives across the ocean though, unfortunately.
It's not super helpful to someone who lives across the ocean though, unfortunately.
Pancakes R Us
Member
Hey guys, about to get a regular new 3DS and got a question:
I'm importing one from Germany since they cost 1/2 the price as here, so I'm wondering if I can change the language on it to English just fine along with the region sittings and store.
It says DE-version, so it got me wondering if it was different than just an EU new 3DS. I couldn't find information on this unfortunately.
I'm importing one from Germany since they cost 1/2 the price as here, so I'm wondering if I can change the language on it to English just fine along with the region sittings and store.
It says DE-version, so it got me wondering if it was different than just an EU new 3DS. I couldn't find information on this unfortunately.
You'll be able to change the language yeah. For region and store you'll probably be limited to PAL regions (perhaps without AUS/NZ).
The Lamonster
Member
Any chance Nintendo will reveal another iteration at E3 this year?
I want to get a New 3DS but part of me wants to wait because of how often they are reiterating this thing.
I want to get a New 3DS but part of me wants to wait because of how often they are reiterating this thing.
I think this is the last iteration we will see about the 3DS, tipically Nintendo Hardware lasts about 6 years, if we go by that, there's about 2 or less years before a new Gen comes...
may be I'm wrong, but I see the New 3DS still very good even if a new iteration comes in a year or 2..
hell, people are playing just fine with the Original model from 2011, you should not worry that much for another iteration (and well, the thing just launched)
(mat)
Member
I have this. Can confirm it's fantastic and better than the one for the regular XL.
That would be very surprising. At best they could bring regular size to NA.
I'm having terrible luck with dead pixels. I've had 5 units so far and every single one has had at least one stuck pixel, 4 of the 5 having multiple ones on the top screen.
Am I just cursed or did Nintendo just stop giving a fuck about QA? I'm tired of exchanging consoles.
Am I just cursed or did Nintendo just stop giving a fuck about QA? I'm tired of exchanging consoles.
The Lamonster
Member
If I have a 32GB microSD card should I install it in the New 3DS before doing any transfer or firmware update? Should it be the first thing I do after taking the system out of the box?
FaintDeftone
Junior Member
It's funny how I'm still not used to how speedy this thing is now.
I pulled up the eShop to check out that spring sale and set the 3DS on my desk and started surfing the net, waiting for the eShop to load since it normally took awhile. As soon as I sat it down it was loaded and ready to go already. I was like "oh... yeah. Faster now".
I pulled up the eShop to check out that spring sale and set the 3DS on my desk and started surfing the net, waiting for the eShop to load since it normally took awhile. As soon as I sat it down it was loaded and ready to go already. I was like "oh... yeah. Faster now".
The Lamonster
Member
Never mind, I think I'm going to use an SD adapter to transfer my current 3DS data to the new 32GB microSD card so when I transfer to the n3DS I can just swap the card and be done!
That is the best method.
In Europe? Amazon France. The regular N3DS and XL models are cheap there.
In US? Dunno.
This past few days i have the urge to buy a New 3DS system, it have a few games i really want to play but i don`t know when i will have the time for them (Bravely Defualt, Xenoblade 3D, and a few more RPGS`s) i know i will eventually break and buy one, its just a matter of time.
sixteen-bit
Member
overall probably the XL. The d-pad is in a really low, unintuitive position on the regular n3ds
I sold my New XL to get a N3DS due to comfort. Definitely the right choice for me.
because you have baby hands?