Switch 2 Patents Seemingly Confirm Mouse Functionality Rumors
The strongest evidence so far that Nintendo's new console will let you use Joy-Cons as a computer mouse as well as a charging dock.
Nintendo Patent Depicts Switch 2 Joy-Con Being Used Like A Mouse
Nintendo patents have emerged depicting a Joy-Con being used like a mouse, as well as having magnetically attached straps.
New Switch 2 patent confirms it: Nintendo is straight-up calling that Joy-Con thing a "mouse"
One of the genuinely new features confirmed in the Switch 2 reveal was the Joy-Cons' ability to be used like a mouse, and in a newly public patent, Nintendo calls it exactly that. In the Drawings tab of the patent's webpage,
Nintendo patent explains Switch 2 Joy-Cons’ “mouse operation” mode
The international patent was filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization in January 2023, but it was only published on WIPO's website on Thursday. The Japanese-language patent—whose illustrations match what we've seen of Switch 2 Joy-Con precisely—features an English abstract describing "a sensor for mouse operation" that can "detect reflected light from a detected surface,
Nintendo Patent Confirms Switch 2 Joy-Con's Most Innovative Feature
Fans have been speculating about PC gaming mouse-like functionality for the Switch 2 ever since optical sensors appeared in leaks last month. Nintendo then teased the feature in the new Switch’s reveal trailer shortly after.
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Nintendo Launches Official Joy-Con Controller Charging Station
With USB-C charging, you can use a Nintendo dock or any USB power adapter to charge your controllers. Where to Buy the Official Joy-Con Charging Stand The Nintendo Switch Joy-Con ...
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Best Nintendo Switch accessories in 2025
Pick up the Joy-Con Charging Dock and you’ll be able to zap two pairs at once, perfect for when the folks come round to try your new-fangled games box. Alternatively, buy two spare pairs and keep ...
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Rumour: New 'Switch 2' Leak Suggests Console Will Require A 60W Charger
This one comes from respected accessibility/cultural consultant Laura Kate Dale, who has posted what looks to be a fresh image of the upcoming successor's dock ... the left Joy-Con, complete ...
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Nintendo Switch 2: Further leaks reveal alleged Joy-Con and dock designs
The Switch 2 leaks show no signs of abating in 2025, with new images revealing the upcoming console’s purported controllers and dock ... the top of the pictured Joy-Con that houses the shoulder ...
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Rumor: Switch 2 Won’t Be Compatible With Vital Accessory
The Nintendo Switch 2 may not be compatible with the original's charging cable ... images of the Nintendo Switch 2’s magnetic Joy-Con controllers were shared, seemingly confirming past claims ...
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The Best Nintendo Switch Accessories for 2025
Although the standared Switch console comes with Joy-Con controllers and a charging dock, we still think there are a few extras worth adding to your purchase. Below we've gathered all of the ...