• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

TechEngage®

Connecting mankind with technology

  • News
  • Reviews
  • Cryptocurrency
  • How-to
  • Roundups
  • Science
    • Energy
    • Environment
    • Health
    • Space
  • Apps
  • More
    • Opinion
    • Noteworthy
    • Culture
    • Events
    • Deals
    • Startups
      • Startup Submissions
  • Videos
  • Tools
TechEngage » News

Nintendo Switch to get 2 new hardware variants by summer 2019

Rizwan Anwar March 25, 2019

nintendo-switch
FacebookTweetPinLinkedInPrintEmail

Late last year, the Wall Street Journal reported that Nintendo was working on refreshing their Switch line-up. An updated report now suggests that the reveal is slated for summer 2019 and that Nintendo will release 2 new hardware variants.

It seems that Nintendo is working on making a portable-only version of the handheld, but also an “enhanced” version of the console. Unfortunately, the report also suggests that neither will be as powerful as the PS4 Pro or Xbox One X. Nevertheless, we can’t help but hope that we’ll get a peek at new devices at the upcoming Electronics Entertainment Expo 2019 (E3) in June.

According to the WSJ‘s source, who has access to a prototype, the new Switch “is a hybrid device that can be played either as a hand-held unit or connected to a larger screen,” and Nintendo suppliers have revealed that the new models will sacrifice the vibration feature.

But here’s the question: while the enhanced Nintendo Switch will definitely pack beefier hardware, will it be enough to get fans to upgrade? The current Nintendo Switch uses the NVIDIA Tegra X1 chip, but unless Nintendo utilizes a superior version of the X1, they probably won’t impress the current Switch fanbase. Nintendo likely won’t utilize the superior Tegra X2 or the Xavier chipset since that would mean developers would have to make 2 different versions of the game to run on each hardware variant.

While Nintendo does have a history of releasing successful new versions of their handhelds (like they did with GameBoy, and more recently with the 3DS and 2DS line of products), the company doesn’t have a great track record with home console revisions (remember the Wii Mini? We try not to.).

Since the Nintendo Switch is a hybrid console, it fits into the categories of both home console and portable console, so the rumors have us a bit skeptical. We’re going to temper our excitement until we see some teasers.

Filed Under: News

Related Stories

  • Logitech’s Crayon iPad stylus is your new accessory goals

    Logitech’s Crayon iPad stylus is your new accessory goals

  • Huawei’s CFO had 3 Apple products at time of arrest

    Huawei’s CFO had 3 Apple products at time of arrest

  • WhatsApp might increase its file-sharing capacity to 2GB

    WhatsApp might increase its file-sharing capacity to 2GB

FacebookTweetPinLinkedInPrintEmail

About Rizwan Anwar

Actively following the world of smartphones and tech. When not writing I like to indulge in Rainbow Six Siege, Apex Legends and Fortnite. Don't worry, I already deleted your friend request!

Reader Interactions

Share Your Thoughts Cancel reply

Please read our comment policy before submitting your comment. Your email address will not be used or published anywhere. You will only receive comment notifications if you opt to subscribe below.

Primary Sidebar

Become a contributor

We are accepting contributor applications. All applications will be decided in 3 days after applying. To learn more visit the contributors page.
TextSheet Alternative

6 Top Alternatives to Textsheet for 2025

Muhammad Zeshan Sarwar October 5, 2024

battery draining apps

Top 10 battery draining apps to avoid 2025

Muhammad Abdullah October 5, 2024

Recent Stories

  • 6 Top Alternatives to Textsheet for 2025
  • Top 10 battery draining apps to avoid 2025
  • The Benefits of Having a Small Air Compressor for Flat Tires
  • 4 Best Free VPNs for 2025
  • 9 Best Calendar Apps in 2025

Footer

Discover

  • About us
  • Newsroom
  • Staff
  • Advertise
  • Send us a tip
  • Startup Submission Questionnaire
  • Brand Kit
  • Contact us

Legal pages

  • Reviews Guarantee
  • Community Guidelines
  • Corrections Policy and Practice
  • Cookies Policy
  • Our Ethics
  • Disclaimer
  • GDPR Compliance
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions

Must reads

  • Best AirPods alternatives on Amazon
  • Best PC monitors for gaming on Amazon
  • Best family board games
  • Best video doorbells without subscription
  • Best handheld video game consoles
  • Best all-season tires for snow
  • Best mobile Wi-Fi hotspots
  • Best treadmills on Amazon

Download our apps

TechEngage app coming soon on App Store

© 2024 TechEngage®. All Rights Reserved. TechEngage® is a project of TechAbout LLC.

TechEngage® is a registered trademark in the United States under Trademark Number 6823709 and in the United Kingdom under Trademark Number UK00003417167. It is also ISSN protected under ISSN 2690-3776 and has OCLC Number 1139335774.

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy