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$199 Nintendo Switch Lite dedicated handheld device announced

Nintendo is certainly playing with power today, as the Big N announced the long-awaited Nintendo Switch Lite handheld device.
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Nintendo has announced Nintendo Switch Lite, the long-rumored mini version of the Switch. The new device will play all games in the existing Switch library. Please take a look at the announcement video directly from Nintendo.

“Adding Nintendo Switch Lite to the lineup gives gamers more color and price point options,” said Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. “Now consumers can choose the system that best suits how they like to play their favorite Nintendo Switch games.”

Nintendo Switch Lite has integrated controllers and is smaller than the original Nintendo Switch. It does not have a kickstand, nor does it support output to TVs. The device will not ship with a dock or HDMI cable as a result. Nintendo has created a website where customers can compare Switch models to pick the device perfect for their needs. Nintendo notes that there will be support for all existing Switch titles, although some games will have restrictions. Nintendo Switch Lite can play games in the Switch library that support handheld mode, and if the game requires Joy-Con controllers, players will have to buy those separately. Wireless controllers can still be connected to Switch Lite. Look for the Handheld Mode icon on the eShop to make sure the game will be compatible with the new Nintendo Switch Lite.

Nintendo Switch Lite will come in multiple colors.
Nintendo Switch Lite will come in multiple colors.

Nintendo Switch Lite is 3.6 inches high by 8.2 inches long and 0.55 inches deep. The screen is 5.5 inches in diagonal and the batter life will last 3-7 hours. The device will come in three colors at launch: yellow, grey and turquoise. Nintendo claims more demanding titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will play for 4 hours on the new handheld device. 

Nintendo Switch Lite will cost $199.99 and will be available on September 20, 2019. Be sure to keep it locked on Shacknews for the latest details and news surrounding the Nintendo Switch Lite.

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Asif Khan is the CEO, EIC, and majority shareholder of Shacknews. He began his career in video game journalism as a freelancer in 2001 for Tendobox.com. Asif is a CPA and was formerly an investment adviser representative. After much success in his own personal investments, he retired from his day job in financial services and is currently focused on new private investments. His favorite PC game of all time is Duke Nukem 3D, and he is an unapologetic fan of most things Nintendo. Asif first frequented the Shack when it was sCary's Shugashack to find all things Quake. When he is not immersed in investments or gaming he is a purveyor of fine electronic music. Asif also has an irrational love of Cleveland sports.

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  • Shacknews legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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    July 10, 2019 5:30 AM

    Asif Khan posted a new article, $199 Nintendo Switch Lite dedicated handheld device announced

    • [deleted] 1555036056
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      July 10, 2019 5:39 AM

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      • kaddar0 legacy 10 years
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        July 10, 2019 5:49 AM

        The switch is super squeaky due to its detatchable joycons. I bet that ends up being a subtle design improvement that helps them be more mobile / less annoying near other people

      • David Craddock legacy 10 years mercury mega
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        July 10, 2019 6:01 AM

        Besides the horrible d-pad being replaced with a proper control pad?

        This model was never going to be a huge improvement. It’s meant to be a smaller form factor dedicated to on-the-go play.

      • Zek legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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        July 10, 2019 6:10 AM

        Compared to the 3DS, it's basically the same layout, except there's a right stick now.

    • Ziz legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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      July 10, 2019 5:41 AM

      So a version of the Switch you wouldn't want..

    • redshak legacy 10 years
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      July 10, 2019 5:55 AM

      Having the screen be smaller than most phones and no rumble...man this thing is bare fucking bones

    • baron calamity legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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      July 10, 2019 5:56 AM

      Wish it was in red and black like some DS models.

    • David Craddock legacy 10 years mercury mega
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      July 10, 2019 6:05 AM

      I’m a bit concerned about the name. DS Lite followed DS, but that model didn’t drop any of the functionality of its predecessor. I foresee some parents buying a Switch L only for them or their kids to be upset it doesn’t dock to the TV “like the other Switch.”

      A more on-the-nose product name like Switch Portable would have worked better. I could be wrong, but the moment I saw the name I flashed back to the confusion between Wii and Wii U among consumers who thought the U was just a tablet for the Wii they hadn’t touched since playing Wii Sports one time six years ago.

    • rms legacy 10 years legacy 20 years mercury super mega
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      July 10, 2019 6:05 AM

      I don't have a switch, but am still puzzled by 'bluetooth support' on the device. The nintendo site lists bluetooth 4.1, yet I see numerous videos on how you can't use bluetooth headphones without a 3rdparty dongle: ridiculous. So what is the current support for wireless/bluetooth headphones for both these devices?

      • kaddar0 legacy 10 years
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        July 10, 2019 6:10 AM

        the controllers. The joycons are not super comfy, so the bluetooth lets you connect a pro controller to it

      • TroZ legacy 10 years legacy 20 years mercury ultra mega
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        July 10, 2019 6:11 AM

        The controllers are Bluetooth. I don't believe that any other Bluetooth devices are supported, but I'm sure someone will reply and correct me.

      • [deleted] 1555036056
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        July 10, 2019 6:17 AM

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        • baron calamity legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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          July 10, 2019 6:34 AM

          Yes that ticks me off about the Xbox One.

        • imabot legacy 10 years
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          July 10, 2019 8:28 AM

          The Xbox One does not have Bluetooth. The current revision of the controllers do have Bluetooth to connect to computers and other devices though.

        • Sailor of Fortune legacy 10 years
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          July 10, 2019 9:55 AM

          Bluetooth doesn't offer the speed and power benefits of the WiFi Direct XB1 uses.

      • Conan legacy 10 years legacy 20 years mercury ultra mega
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        July 10, 2019 8:33 AM

        A question: what hardware supports low-latency, two-way high quality communication over bluetooth?

        Is the Switch unique in this lack of support?

      • Serpico74 moderator legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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        July 10, 2019 11:25 AM

        Eight controllers, which can mean anything from eight pro controllers to eight joycons used in pairs acting as four controllers

    • CyCo_PL legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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      July 10, 2019 6:08 AM

      I think it's weird that they said it doesn't connect to the TV, but it still has the guide slot on the back for docking and the USB-C port on the bottom/least practical spot for a portable device.

    • opengl128 legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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      July 10, 2019 6:26 AM

      Even smaller screen, bleh. The existing one can already feel too small, especially in games with small text LOOKING AT YOU DIABLO

    • jet-poop legacy 10 years legacy 20 years mercury mega
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      July 10, 2019 6:31 AM

      Did they change the design of the analog stick on these? It seems like stick drift is inevitable in the Switch joycons, and the system is rescued by virtue of those controllers being replacable. If these have the same problem, I don't think replacing the console to fix your controller is a desirable solution. I'd hate to think these will have to get shipped off and refurbed once a year.

    • aethyr legacy 10 years
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      July 10, 2019 6:33 AM

      Ehhh, I'd be considering thing more if it had output too TV. Not even an HDMI port? I don't need a dock, I'd be willing to suffice for just a plug.

    • gokart. legacy 10 years
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      July 10, 2019 6:40 AM

      of fucking course, they must've heard i bought a switch yesterday.

      • aethyr legacy 10 years
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        July 10, 2019 6:46 AM

        I don't think this diminishes the original Switch, unless you're planning on never playing it on a TV.

      • Amusatron
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        July 10, 2019 6:53 AM

        I think you're ok. It's highly probably the features for which you bought your Switch are the ones they removed from the Switch Lite

        • gokart. legacy 10 years
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          July 10, 2019 6:55 AM

          like no d-pad and joycon flex?

          oh wait :(

    • Mr.SEX
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      July 10, 2019 6:54 AM

      Cool, I think it makes a lot of sense

    • Sailor of Fortune legacy 10 years
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      July 10, 2019 9:54 AM

      The Lite Switch.

    • code-e255 legacy 10 years legacy 20 years
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      July 10, 2019 10:41 AM

      I hate the Switch screen's fucking huge bezel. It wastes so much space! Even the original Sony PSP did a much better job at this and that thing's ancient by comparison.

      • Milleh legacy 10 years legacy 20 years mercury super mega
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        July 10, 2019 11:04 AM

        That's my main gripe with it too, I wish they'd get rid of the bezel

      • Sailor of Fortune legacy 10 years
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        July 10, 2019 4:58 PM

        Very likely they will for the Pro model next year.

    • waxthirteen legacy 10 years
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      July 10, 2019 11:38 AM

      Visual comparison:
      http://chattypics.com/files/switch_315gvaiy2h.jpg

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