Nintendo Switch Update Brings Much-Needed Feature Alongside Long-Awaited Changes

Published 09/15/2021, 1:20 PM EDT

For the longest time, Nintendo Switch users have been asking for Bluetooth audio devices to be compatible with their console. Now, it seems like Nintendo has finally answered their prayers. The Switch recently received a system update version 13.0.0, which improves Bluetooth compatibility with the devices and brings some more useful features to players.

The major highlight of this update is that headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other Bluetooth-enabled audio devices can now be paired with the Switch family devices. While you will receive audio through these devices after this update, you cannot input any audio even if you have a microphone. Furthermore, if you have connected a Bluetooth audio device, you will be able to connect a maximum of two wireless controllers.

There is also a setting that does not allow you to connect Bluetooth audio devices when local wireless communication is active. Thus, although this much-needed feature has finally made its way to the Switch, there is much room for improvement.

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Rundown of Nintendo System Update version 13.0.0

Besides the major Bluetooth feature, version 13.0.0 also includes a dock update. According to the patch notes, there is now an “Update Dock” option under system settings which will enable players to perform system updates using a LAN cable.

This will be useful for those players who have a LAN port in their docking station. It will also retain functionality for owners of the upcoming OLED model of the Switch.

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Lastly, the update has introduced a new method for players to calibrate their control sticks. In order to do this, you must check your system settings for the icon “Controllers and Sensors”.

Then, you can select Calibrate Control Sticks and completely tilt the control stick in any one direction and keep it tilted for a few seconds to begin calibration.

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The OLED model of the Switch is set to release on 8th October 2021. Despite the lack of hardware improvements, the console boasts some impressive visual improvements. What do you think of this new Nintendo system update? Let us know in the comments down below.

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Aaron Dias is an eSports author at EssentiallySports. Currently, he is a student at Xaviers College and is heavily invested in eSports. His interest in eSports began when he was young, with titles like FIFA, WWE, and Grand Theft Auto.

Nintendo Switch Update Brings Much-Needed Feature Alongside Long-Awaited Changes

Rundown of Nintendo System Update version 13.0.0

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