Nintendo Switch 2 Could Feature Smartphone Holder Attachment

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Summary

  • Nintendo has patented a connection structure technology that utilizes magnets.
  • The patent could theoretically enable attaching a smartphone to a console, serve as the foundation for a modular accessory system, or function as a holder for a single device—with its other end secured to a fixed surface.
  • Some official info on Switch 2 accessories could arrive as early as April 2.

It appears that Nintendo might be considering a phone holder accessory for the upcoming Switch 2, based on recently discovered patent documents evaluated by Game Rant. Although this patented design could theoretically accommodate various uses, it remains uncertain if it was specifically designed with the Switch 2 in mind.

On January 16, Nintendo unveiled their upcoming console, the Switch 2, with a planned release date in 2025. Their announcement video showcased the general layout of the device and some features like magnetic Joy-Cons and backward compatibility. Yet, there are still many aspects undisclosed, such as what accessories will be available officially for the Switch 2. Further details are anticipated to be shared during the Nintendo Direct scheduled for early April 2025, which will focus on the Switch 2.

Currently, Nintendo has recently filed a patent for an innovative attachment for its upcoming console, the Switch 2. This attachment appears to suggest some of Nintendo’s accessory plans. The design involves a structure with two parts that can rotate around a magnetic joint. Interestingly, the patent specifically mentions a mobile phone holder as one possible component that could be compatible with this setup. However, the patent doesn’t delve deeper into specific applications beyond this hint.

Nintendo’s New Connection Structure Patent

As an enthusiast, I’ve been pondering about the possibility of using my phone in conjunction with a console for a unique gaming experience – a sort of dual-screen setup. Nintendo, known for their innovative console designs, has delved deep into dual-display experiences throughout various generations, from the DS and 3DS to the Wii U. Most recently, in 2023, they’ve even patented a device that resembles the 3DS but can be divided into two independent screens.

The patent recently obtained by the company includes bedsheet fastening tools as one of its potential uses, implying that the core linking system might also function for attaching items to soft materials. Additionally, the versatile design allows for a modular accessory setup, where multiple devices can connect magnetically to a central console. Another prospective use could be creating a multi-purpose console stand using this technology.

Just because a patent exists, it doesn’t automatically mean that product will be brought to market. As stated in a recent GreyB report, Nintendo experienced its least productive year for patents in over ten years in 2024, filing for 154 and applying for many more. In a typical year, the company files around 270 patent applications, but only a fraction of those result in commercialized products directly. However, there’s a chance that details about Nintendo’s upcoming console accessories could be revealed as soon as April 2, during the first Nintendo Direct specifically focused on the Switch 2.

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2025-03-03 21:45