Can you still repair Joycons for free?

The leaked internal Nintendo customer service memo obtained by VICE Games states that customers can now have their Joy-Con controllers repaired free of charge without proof of purchase or confirmed warranty status.

How do I send joy-con in for repair?

Due to battery shipping regulations, only four Joy-Con can be sent in with a single repair form. If you have five or more to repair, please contact us via phone at 1 (800) 255-3700. Each Joy-Con will be evaluated by our technicians for final warranty coverage.

Has Nintendo fixed Joycon drift?

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How do you stop Joycons from drifting?

Give your stick several quick cleansing blasts from different angles. Leave the Switch Lite, or the Joy-Con tilted to one side and allow any debris to run down the side. Wipe up any debris that got dislodged onto the Switch Lite or Joy-Cons. Let the joysticks dry thoroughly before using them.

How long do the joy cons last?

approximately 20 hours

How long does it take for joy cons to start drifting?

About 6 to 9 months

How long does it take for joy-con drift to happen?

A.C. reports that over the course of three years of regular play on his Switch, each of his Joy-Con controllers, whether they were brand-new or repaired by Nintendo, routinely began to drift after about three months of regular use, whether they were new, used, or freshly repaired by Nintendo.

Why are my joy cons not charging?

If the Joy-Con are not charging, try the following: Ensure that the console is powered on or in Sleep Mode. In order for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.

How do I know if my joy cons are fully charged?

The recharge LED on the AA battery pack will light up when the Joy-Con is being charged. It will shut off under the following conditions: When the Joy-Con is fully charged and it is no longer receiving a charge. Power will still be supplied to the Joy-Con, but the recharge LED will not light up.

How do I charge my Joycon without a switch?

The Joy-Con Charging Grip is sold separately, retails for $29.99 and will let you charge your Joy-Con controllers when not attached to your Switch via a USB cable that connects to your Switch dock. The standard Joy-Con Grip that comes with your console cannot charge your controllers.

Does Joy-con charge in sleep mode?

While attached to the Nintendo Switch console. Attach the Joy-Con to the Nintendo Switch console and power it on. In order for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.

Does your switch charge in sleep mode?

You might have defective Joycons then, this is when they are supposed to charge. Mine charge when they are docked in sleep, so I think you might have a problem.

Does the switch charge faster in sleep mode?

According to this the Power consumption of the switch is 0.1W in sleep mode and 10.2W in the main Menu. It should charge it a bit faster while in sleep mode.