Nintendo Switch AC adapter is an old-fasioned "wall wart"
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Broken Hope
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They aren't superior when they are the size of the Wii U's and make cable management horrible.
I have a tower type power strip so no plug can block any other socket.
Marty Chinn
Member
Fair enough. I was assuming connected to the dock but you make a good point with it being directly connected in portable mode.
I've sunk hundreds of dollars into cable management; heck I wrote an official thread on the topic. I find in line bricks way more flexible when arranging power cables because you're not limited to where they can plug into the strip.
Refreshment.01
Member
Do we have the exact information?
Going by past replies it seems you forget that one thing is the power requirements when docked and the power requirements when in portable mode. So if Nintendo allws the use of other chargers maybe a lower capacity one can work for on the go.
A person considering an alternate charger is not doing so for the docked mode, it's more likely for when the device is undocked. The included charger will be left pluged to the cradle.
The power requirements of the device should be substantially less than what the included charger is capable of delivering for obvios reasons... of course im guesing here XD
On topic:
Seems, the reason Nintendo opted to use this design seems to be convenience in the case the user needs this adapter when in portable mode. Faster to unplug from the wall and less cable management.
GhostTrick
Banned
Oh, it will work. The problem is, it may not work in the way you expect it. For handheld mode, it'll charge slower and may not even be able to charge it while playing it.
As for dock mode, it may not be enough to power it if it's too low.
Pancakes R Us
Member
I prefer this to having a powerbrick on the floor. That said, I can understand the frustration.
test_account
XP-39C²
I wouldnt really call this old fashion. Apple uses it for iPad and Macbook. Asus laptops also uses it.
runnin_blue
Banned
I'm guessing it's about the same size as a DS/3DS adaptor.
Broken Hope
Member
If you use a well designed strip then you aren't limited.
I use these.
Duronic ST10B 2 m 10 Way Surge Tower Extension Lead Socket https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000OV0CEY/
Plugs don't obstruct each other.
There are very unique power strips and surge protects that have already solved the problem in most cases.
That being said I really hope you guys using 3 party stuff check the reviews and ratings on amazon. For some reason many people think they can take shortcuts on making usb c cables and chargers and that can trash your device faster than you can say Garbo.
This guy does a great job and I'm glad he didn't stop when a bad cable fried most of his equipment a while back.
That being said I really hope you guys using 3 party stuff check the reviews and ratings on amazon. For some reason many people think they can take shortcuts on making usb c cables and chargers and that can trash your device faster than you can say Garbo.
This guy does a great job and I'm glad he didn't stop when a bad cable fried most of his equipment a while back.
Inspectah_Deck
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Nintendo should release the recommended AC adapter specs for docked mode and for handheld mode.
I see some really small chargers:
https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B01MY97YCK/
I see some really small chargers:
https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B01MY97YCK/
Like the hat?
Banned
Looks about the same size as my MacBook USB c charger. Should be fine.
Serious Sam
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What's that? A metamorphic stone rising from the blackness and negative Earth? A towering behemoth of monstrosity brought down by extraterrestrial powers? Or a giant monolith of death, hell-bent on the annihilation of humankind, time, and all matter? No, it's the AC adapter for a ColecoVision.
FunkyDealer
Banned
Quoted for importance. Better safe than sorry with USB-C.
boiled goose
good with gravy
People made a thread to complain about this. Wtf are you talking about?
Everyone needs to complain?
Some people care, some people dont too much.
Nintendo fans being some extra fanboys that let everything pass is a delusion in your own head. As others have pointed out, Nintendo is constantly scrutinized. It's not like the WiiU was a massive success despite it's flaws. Look at all the threads (rightfully) criticizing many of Nintendo's strange Switch decisions. That includes this thread!
On topic, some have mentioned reasons for this design over in line bricks. What are those reasons?
I don't care too much about the size and shape, I just want to know the minimum wattage requirement for charging so I can work out if my 29W MacBook charger will be a good solution for both. Also, that one is a USB C cable + brick with USB-C port so it's more versatile than a hard-wired one.
FriedConsole
Banned
They should make the AC adapter in 5 different colors so people feel like they need to buy all 5 and keep them unopened in the box on their shelf.
frankie_baby
Member
Will plug in fine in the uk
Already been answered, but for future reference check this handy guide of Electricity and Plug Types by country:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mains_electricity_by_country
Croatia and France both use the traditional small plug with round pins, and since the Voltage is the same, you should be able to plug the Switch to the wall right out of the box.
ImNotLikeThem
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Are people (like op) actually thinking this is the size of the NES/SNES AC adapter, and not the same standard size of a cell phone charger? It's clearly not just based on the size of the box it comes in. Plus all the images of European one where the plug itself is wider than the body of adapter...
My issue with big / heavy US wall warts is that they tend to slip out of the power sockets, imho. - especially when there's no ground.
had to take the Schuko wall wart for reference.
while it's certainly a bit bigger than a phone or tablet charger, it doesn't look particularly big. Certainly smaller than, say, the power brick of a (pre USB-C) macbook.
had to take the Schuko wall wart for reference.
while it's certainly a bit bigger than a phone or tablet charger, it doesn't look particularly big. Certainly smaller than, say, the power brick of a (pre USB-C) macbook.
Cuningas de Häme
Member
That normal European version doesn't look big at all. US has pretty damn stupid looking plugs.
runnin_blue
Banned
Here's a third party one made by Hyperkin, looks normal size.
Mac the KNife
Member
Now You're Playing With Power
JHoNNy1OoO
Member
Woah woah, a gaming forum discussing all aspects of a new console? Say it ain't so.
Darklor01
Might need to stop sniffing glue
I guess the Hyperkin is 4Ft. according to the box, not sure how long Nintendo's is.
Alex_Mexico
Member
Of course they did. Two steps forward, one step back. Classic Nintendo.
The last console I had that had that brick at the end of the chord was the SNES. They should've stayed extinct. I hate those outlet hogs!
The last console I had that had that brick at the end of the chord was the SNES. They should've stayed extinct. I hate those outlet hogs!
Alex_Mexico
Member
They've said jack shit about Virtual Console, Online Account System or anything related to their online store. And the console launches in 4 weeks!
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Deleted member 752119
Unconfirmed Member
Good call. I may have to get one or two of those. My powerstrip is pretty crowded. I couldn't fit another brick plug in there and would prefer to not add another power strip tot the wireless behind my tv stand.
Where did you order that one?
GiantBombGamer
Member
I got tired of things taking up too much space in my power strips/surge protectors, so I invested in these. So much better!
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Deleted member 752119
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How we can get game audio to headphones while docked. Apparently you can plug in, but that's far less than ideal if you're sitting across the room from your tv/docked console.
Will it support bluetooth headsets? USB dongle ones like the Sony Golds? Will the eventual phone app provide game audio to headphones plugged into the phone or just voice chat?
These were less than $2 shipped last month but have gone up since then.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009GUP41U/?tag=neogaf0e-20
akidnamededdy
Banned
"Get away with" what? It's a fucking power plug. It's kinda big. Put it in the bottom outlet on the wall or the last one on the strip and you'll be fine. They aren't sneaking into your house and pissing in your hair, for fuck's sake. lol
Boom! There it is. Time for a new thread!
It's a charger....
Okami Haundo
Member
Don't the specs on the back of the Switch state 18-39W? If you're looking for a portable charger, you'd most likely want between 24-39W but probably on the lower side. It's likely that 39W is needed for docked mode given it needs to charge the system while outputting a higher resolution image. That being said, I've had a hard time finding anything that gives more than 12W to a single port. Most "24W" chargers are actually 12W per port. It seems easier to go with a 39W brick, especially if you want to charge multiple devices.
Otherwise, Nintendo might have the best option here.
thebisonxrc
Member
It's a big charger, but it's not the end of the world. I'll just put it in the end plug on the power bar and call it a day. No big deal.