Like the DualShock 4's bad analog stick plastics? Like the RROD? Like the YLOD?
The same holds true for the other side. Every issue has the same amount of people trying to downplay it.
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Sliding the Switch in and out of the dock will inevitably scratch the screen
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Like the DualShock 4's bad analog stick plastics? Like the RROD? Like the YLOD?
The same holds true for the other side. Every issue has the same amount of people trying to downplay it.
TheKingOfSheep
Member
But won't the dock prevent that from happening? At least passing through too much current?
In theory.. if the hori stand completely passes through the USB-C as-is, then a Hori stand + USB-C male-female extension cable might work? Connect the back of the hori stand to the bottom of the switch dock like a human centipede
Adam Tyner
Member
I'd be surprised if that's the case. It's not as if the Wii U gamepad sitting in a charging cradle is some iconic image that's been seared into the eyes of hundreds of millions of people. Even if that were a concern, just make a cradle with the same benefits that looks different.
I think they do... but I'm not sure AT ALL that Nintendo use the official specs. The fact they use USB-C connectors (and even the same connexions for power) doesn't mean they use data lines like the USB spec.
I remember them having non-standard Scart Cables (with capacitors in them) for older console... Switch a SNES and a GC cable (same connectors on both ends) and you'll get a black image in one console, even possible damage your console :/
Also, I remember seeing my GC power light on when the console was off... just because my PS2 was on and both consoles were on a scart electronic switcher... That's kinda scary.
Have we a confirmation that those devices are working with Switch?
jts
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E_Darkness
Member
I was excited that my screen protector was coming today, but its arriving at my parent's house...
So I have to wait until Tuesday at the earliest. I can't even order myself one for tomorrow because every Switch owner and their mums have ordered a screen protector.
So I have to wait until Tuesday at the earliest. I can't even order myself one for tomorrow because every Switch owner and their mums have ordered a screen protector.
PinkyMonkey
Banned
A bandaid for this issue to put literal bandaids in the dock, cheapest and easiest solution to this issue.
SeeNoWeevil
Member
That still isn't going to stop the cheap, soft screen from getting scratched in daily use. Gorilla Glass scratches occasionally, soft plastic has no chance. Even if you baby it.
I feel that the main reason the dock is designed the way that it is compared to other styles of docks is the fact that it's easier to guide the switch in. The switch kind of just sits on the USB c connector and a more conventional dock would require you to click it in. There's other ways to design a dock that meets those requirements but this was probably the most elegant and also, it looks pretty different and cool.
The Main Event
Member
That's something that I always thought was overblown over the Internet. Still have my launch PS4 controller and have none of that issue.
privitsan02
Member
On my third controller for the first time in my life. I definitely disagree, in fact I feel as though people don't complain enough given the price of the thing.
Best wishes.
PSFan
Member
Where would you even use something like that on the Switch? In handheld mode? Because the dock has both USB C and HDMI ports on it.
Bjoern the Smexy
Member
Perfect first post. I wholeheartedly agree.
* I may be wrong but...
I'm fairly sure the specification of all USB cables are the same. You have your different types with different connectors like A, B, mini etc but the pin outs on the end of a USB cable are the same.
There is no crossover like in network cables, a USB C cable from one manufacturer is identical to a USB C cable from another manufacturer. Quality may be different but the spec is the same.
All this talk of damaging batteries is twoddle, unless a cable is faulty, a normal working cable will work just fine.
Basically a decent quality USB C extension cable will work just fine from the Dock to the Switch.
Only one way to find out! Try it.
I'm fairly sure the specification of all USB cables are the same. You have your different types with different connectors like A, B, mini etc but the pin outs on the end of a USB cable are the same.
There is no crossover like in network cables, a USB C cable from one manufacturer is identical to a USB C cable from another manufacturer. Quality may be different but the spec is the same.
All this talk of damaging batteries is twoddle, unless a cable is faulty, a normal working cable will work just fine.
Basically a decent quality USB C extension cable will work just fine from the Dock to the Switch.
Only one way to find out! Try it.
kingkaiser
Member
Comparing the wearout of cheap plastic with overheating systems is kind of the very definition of hyperbole.
And all 4 of the Dual Shock 4s that I owned have that issue and the stucking trigger. Nearly every other PS4 owner I know also has issues.
Only because t doesn't happen to you, it doesn't mean that it isn't true.
Muffin Awesome
Member
I have one the socks that is scratching my glass screen.
Do you think this is manufacturing or overlooked during testing?
I am wondering if these were packaged too tight in some instances and the plastic is now compacted incorrectly instead of being tested post processing by Nintendo.
I was also esceptical on this, but today i just found a little scratch on the left frame. This is so dissapointing, because i had special care with a cleaning cloth inside the dock, and later the foam things just where they were needed, but IT did nothing i supose... i think i will buy a screen protector asap, but this is incredible
Mammoth Jones
Member
Yea I had that issue on my first DS4 as well as the rubber on the analog stick rubbing off in very short time under normal circumstances.
Wonder Peter
Member
Thank god i decided to apply a screen protector day one, i have a very small scratch on it, it's barely noticeable, but this really sucks, i guess i'll buy some rubber pads to help out :/
And yet to this day we still have people making blanket statements about Nintendo quality. Some fans even resorting to lying.
ValeYard
Member
Great first post! I agree on materials building up dust 100%.
There is no way the dock did this.. some people...
you gotta get them clicks somehow.
Not sure if anyone has done a similar test but I noticed yesterday. I got two switches - one for me and one for my wife. We put one dock upstairs and one downstairs. I noticed yesterday that the one upstairs felt fine but the downstairs one was SUPER snug on the switch. I had to like, force it down in. It smudged, but did not scratch my screen. I just compared the two docks side by side and on one dock the front panel piece is bending inwards, like someone cranked screws too tight and bent the panel inward. The other dock the frontpanel is totally vertical. I may try to take it apart later to see if I can relieve tension on that front panel but all it would take is some dust build up and i put that switch in and blam - scratch city. For now we are only using the one dock.
This. Posted about this earlier in the thread. Shined a light on the back of the switch and the thing is covered in micro scratches. I baby this thing. Only been in the dock twice. Been wiping it down with micro fiber cloths and it honestly seems to micro scratch the back plastic material
I haven't taken my Switch out of the dock often but, considering I did it now. I haven't seen any new scratches, just the smudges from the rubber pads in the dock.
Note: I still haven't applied a screen protector or did anything to the dock.
I'm still trying to figure out how the scratches occurred in the OP because that is where the rubber pads would be in contact with, I don't know what that person did.
One thing I am trying out although, I don't know if it will prevent scratches. I noticed that if I push the Switch back, it will hold still while I try to hold down the power button to turn off the Switch.
Maybe when I need to use the Joy-Cons for Blaster Master Zero I will do that again to see if it can hold still while pulling out the Joy-Cons.
Note: I still haven't applied a screen protector or did anything to the dock.
I'm still trying to figure out how the scratches occurred in the OP because that is where the rubber pads would be in contact with, I don't know what that person did.
One thing I am trying out although, I don't know if it will prevent scratches. I noticed that if I push the Switch back, it will hold still while I try to hold down the power button to turn off the Switch.
Maybe when I need to use the Joy-Cons for Blaster Master Zero I will do that again to see if it can hold still while pulling out the Joy-Cons.
Has anyone tried it?
Pic for what I am describing.
Wow at the bend on the left one.
Caffeine
Member
that looks like a key scratch.
Pic for what I am describing.
Mine definitely looks like the left. Used some double sided tape and a microfiber cloth to fix for now.
Really hoping for some 3rd party open faced docks/cradles asap.
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Deleted member 286591
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Pic for what I am describing.
Can confirm, I have that too although not as bad. But it means having to wiggle it at a slight angle in order to slide the tablet in the dock correctly.
This may very well explain the issue. I have not had any scratches from docking my unit carefully and its not bent.
Would this work for a test of extending the port in the dock to a Switch unit?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B019O6COEA/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B019O6COEA/
Mine appears to have a slight bend. I've docked it once and refuse to take it out until my tempered glass arrives. Even then it might be too late for me.
nullpoynter
Member
Mine is definitely bending inwards. Haven't docked just yet. Waiting on screen protector to arrive today.Pic for what I am describing.
nullpoynter
Member
Let us know the results if you take it apart. I wonder if it takes a special screw driver?
In a perfect world, this would make sense. Unfortunately, this isn't the case, but at least we have someone testing cables.
kunonabi
Member
There is nothing elegant or cool about the switch dock. It's ugly as sin and a total eyesore.
Bony Manifesto
Member
Pic for what I am describing.
Has anyone tried applying heat to it and bending it back out? There's nothing sensitive in the front shield right?
I suppose if anything, it would be better to bend it slightly outward so you're got more clearance at the top of the dock.