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Confirmed: Nintendo’s Switch 2 can work with existing docks and webcams after replacing their firmware (www.theverge.com)

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Over the last two weeks, I've sought to uncover why the Nintendo Switch 2 didn't work with a host of USB-C accessories that worked perfectly fine with other devices, including third-party docks and some of the best-reviewed webcams. But today, I have first-hand confirmation that existing gadgets can work - as long as their manufacturers issue the right firmware updates, and as long as Nintendo doesn't break compatibility from here on out.

You shouldn't necessarily need to buy a brand-new gadget to plug a TV or video glasses into your Nintendo Switch 2. Three manufacturers have already proven that firmware updates are enough for now, and hop …