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Nintendo is giving European Switch 2 consoles easier-to-replace batteries as screen upgrade rumors grow

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In brief: While the Nintendo Switch 2's first year on the market was by all accounts successful, critics have had some nitpicks about its hardware, such as the blurry screen and difficult-to-replace battery. Recent reports indicate that Nintendo aims to address these issues with new units expected to roll out this year. However, the company confirmed that it will stop shipping the original Switch to Europe in 2027.

Nintendo's UK support site has confirmed that Switch 2 consoles and controllers sold in Europe after fall 2026 will feature new battery configurations. While functionality and battery life will not change significantly, complying with new EU regulations will make the batteries easier to remove and replace.

Nikkei initially reportedthe company's plans in March, but Nintendo only recently outlined them. The affected products – the...

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