The Nintendo Switch has received an update more than four years after its launch that allows you to connect bluetooth earphones to the console. However, there are a number of limitations. We explain what you need to know about this feature.
Nintendo Swith and wireless headsets
From the launch in 2017, the Nintendo Switch already supported Bluetooth. For example, the popular console connects to its controllers, including the joy-cons. However, there has always been an Achilles heel, as the device cannot use its bluetooth connection to connect to a pair of wireless earphones or a headset.
with update V.13.0.0 that bluetooth audio support is finally coming. You can connect a wireless headset to the Switch via the steps below:
- Install the latest update for the Switch first. Open from home screen System Settings
- Scroll down to System and then choose System update
- Run the update, and when the Switch has restarted, choose again System Settings
- Select below Bluetooth audio and Add device
- Make sure your earphones or headset are ready to pair, and once the device name appears on your screen, tap it
- Choose Okay at the notification
- Your earphones or headset are now connected
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Limits
It is important that the Switch uses the somewhat older bluetooth 4.2 standard, and that entails limitations. In combination with a bluetooth headset, you can only connect two wireless controllers at the same time. And if you disconnect the joy-cons, they already count as two controllers.
You also cannot use a bluetooth headset when playing in games via local multiplayer. Finally, the microphone of your headset or earphones does not work, so you cannot use it for voice chat, for example.
The support of bluetooth earphones makes Nintendo’s console even more convenient to take with you. You can now leave those wired headphones at home. Are you satisfied that your Switch can finally pair with your earphones or headset? Let us know in the comments at the bottom of this article.
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