Nintendo released the Switch 2 video game console this summer. Was it worth the wait and if you already have the original Switch is worth upgrading to? Plus how well does it work as a handheld video gaming console on long flights and what are the things you need to be aware if you’re upgrading from the original Switch?

Sarah Lane, Jenn Cutter

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Show Notes

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Highlights:

– Capacitive touch screen

7.9-inch wide color gamut LCD screen

1920×1080 pixels

HDR10 support

VRR up to 120 Hz

– HDMI Output in TV Mode

3840×2160 (4K) resolution at 60 fps (TV mode)

Supports 120 fps when 1920×1080/2560×1440 resolutions are selected

Supports HDR10

– 1920×1080 resolution

in tabletop mode

handheld mode,

– Storage

256 GB (UFS) – *A portion of the storage is reserved for use by the system.

– Network Connectivity

Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi 6)

Bluetooth – In TV mode, Nintendo Switch 2 can be connected using the wired LAN port on the dock.

– Price

$449.99 USD ($499.99 – for the Mario Kart World Bundle or the up Pokemon Legends: Z-A bundle — which don’t look different than a standard console purchase, they just have the game included)

$629.99 CAD ($699.99 for bundles)