What's so special about this Portable Battery for Nintendo Switch?

[@MiraSmit]

The biggest moneymaker for the switch was always the accesoires from the start... They're taking lessons from Apple.

[@justiceforsethrichwwg1wga160]

Yeah. And you idiots still support them for it. Just like Apple fanboys. Glad I bought my Switch used. I’ll never give my money to these companies.

[@iknowyouseeme3233]

@@justiceforsethrichwwg1wga160 you are a sad human being you know

[@GrimAbstract]

Justice For Seth Rich WWG1WGA lol disagreeing with the company, yet buys their device still 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@MelonMafia1]

@@justiceforsethrichwwg1wga160 Well atleast the Switch is an original design and not just a copy

[@butwait]

@@justiceforsethrichwwg1wga160 yes, because supporting development is a bad thing. Somehow.

[@Dell-ol6hb]

To clarify the switch only has a chance of being bricked when docked in a third party dock, in handheld mode you can charge it using any power bank or wall charger with usb-c without issues

[@Combat6271]

USB C 3.0 or any?

[@zimmie03]

source?

[@nunyabidnes6010]

​@@zimmie03ur mum, m8

[@tammylynn3722]

Thanks for the information I appreciate that.I've watched 5 videos trying to see if they spoke on that.Appreciate you.😊

[@CharacterDesignForge]

How about I say something like "i'll just charge my Switch with my iPad Pro" and watch the hate just spill into my mentions. But seriously the restrictions Nintendo put on what they allow to safely charge through completely defeats the purpose of USB-C being this universal solution.

[@dirozx]

It has more to do with the fact that usb c is just a mess at the start of usb c phones a lot of them got bricked.

[@GlitchyPikachu]

Would that even be possible?

[@WulffDen]

I wonder if it would stop when they're both at 50% 👀👀👀👀👀

[@legendofhayden]

GlitchyPikachu the new ipad can charge an iphone at least, so maybe

[@CharacterDesignForge]

@@WulffDen Sounds like a stupid test to try out and maybe ruin some stuff, lets do it

[@undescribed1920]

But do you have licensed pants, by Nintendo, to carry the Switch, in your pocket ?! I have heavy, and big, Anker 26800, and it's super, for charging my Switch ...and for self defense.

[@dArKp4th]

Robert Lukaszewski Heavy is good, heavy is reliable. If it doesn't work you can always hit them with it. -Boris ‘The Blade’ Yurinov

[@thewinner4319]

UniqueUserName3417 good one! Lol!🤣🤣🤣

[@DanEvansn]

Wait... so my Anker PowerCore 26800 can charge the Switch just fine? no risks at all?

[@1LuvMLPFiM]

ANKER: IT DOESN’T BRICK YOUR SWITCH, BUT CAN DEFINITELY BRICK SOMEONE!

[@redcrimson1028]

Nice, i had an anker 20000 it was very nice but i noticed one day when it was 94% it dropped to like 67% in like 10 15 mins i did not like that. Mabye i thought it was 94% or something

[@Deafboy45]

I used the official powerbank and i got the blue screen of death. (Google if confused) and Nintendo denied it would happen so i mailed it to them and they payed me 50$ for my safe files and mailed me a new switch... So Yeah.... Im still sad about losing my 500 hour progress on botw.

[@omarnotfound]

That's why I subscribe to nintendo online, cloud saving is a must for these situations

[@AnarickTheDevil]

good thing I'm playing it on wii u so that cant happen to me.

[@iLikePotato3s]

@@omarnotfound oh wow i didnt know nintendo online did that

[@omarnotfound]

@@iLikePotato3s It surely does! But my subscription expired now and I'm broke, I feel unsafe :(

[@iLikePotato3s]

Omar Yakoub - I feel you, I just got a switch and I bought 2 games for $60 each now I’m broke 😞 lol

[@BrieoRobino]

It's ridiculous that we have to do this at all. Shoddy design. If they were gonna do this they should have used a proprietary port.

[@RaySchrantz]

I agree, the whole reason we've never had a problem with Nintendo's portable consoles and people buying 3rd party chargers and accessories is because they had a proprietary port and standard charging requirements. Giving the switch the most modern and universal port made everyone excited because they thought that they could choose whatever 3rd party accessories that they wanted, but it was all a lie. Nintendo just decided to make things more complicated without telling us and then rolled out the 5.0 update to punish us for their oversights.

[@DDC-12]

PlagueDctr, exactly right

[@UntrainableWizard]

I think it's quite the opposite of "shoddy design", more likely, the exact thing that NINTENDO wanted. They probably just saw the USB-C doing what they wanted to be able to do and used that, making their own standard to be used on the SWITCH.

[@rustysimonds5011]

or atleast provided you with a ac adapter for the dock and another for the portable device if the requirement was there for the owner to charge whist away from his dock

[@OCSM1TH]

3 years later and Nintendo FINALLY sent an update to allow for any bluetooth headsets to be used with the switch 😡😡😡

[@aj425074]

I walked into Gamestop and they had both portable chargers on sale. 13400 battery was $49.99 and the 20100 battery was $69.99. I picked up the 20100, so far so good.

[@chrisofstars]

DTfeartheBEARD I've had the 20100 for months. You won't regret it, it's fantastic.

[@redcrimson1028]

The nintendo brand one's or the regular anker ones?

[@redcrimson1028]

@@chrisofstars So, should I stay away from the regular anker non branded Nintendo ones or is it just all vs from Nintendo to get us to spend money only on their products?

[@aj425074]

@@redcrimson1028 Nintendo brand.

[@chrisofstars]

red crimson102 I don't know the answer to that question but I have the officially licensed one. I don't ever buy third party unlicensed products for my consoles period, I don't trust them.

[@privatesector0422]

It's completely obvious why Nintendo didn't put an extra port on there. It's because it would make sense and that's what the people want that's exactly why they didn't do it...

[@codo8584]

Nintendo didn't make it though, they only licence it

[@BurgundyBurnouts]

Anker everything, they make some dam good products

[@SSJ_Scoot]

Agreed the only portable battery i use and their bluetooth headsets aren't bad either I really enjoy the battery life on them and they are water proof.

[@Packiechu]

Their power banks are second to none. However, I've had some less than desirable experiences with their headphones. Could just be luck of the draw in getting the faulty equipment, but nevertheless, I'm still always going to rep the shit out of their products.

[@exception360]

Same here. Everything is Anker. Chargers, Powerbanks, Cables... I love Anker products. I'm using the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD for months now in combination with the official Adjustable Charging Stand. No problems while used for over more than 200+ hours.

[@chesphendshil8270]

i love anker, i have a anker 40000mah powerbank, anker cords and chargers, everything anchor

[@TheFrantastic]

@@chesphendshil8270 40000 mAhs? Holy mackerel. And my friends tell me that 20000 mAhs are excessive and that I should bring at most 10000 mAhs. Huh.

[@Matty0mega]

I have the non-Nintendo branded 20100 battery, works great. Got it right before Nintendo announced these then consequently never saw the unbranded ones online again.

[@I_Am_Timms]

I've got the same one too, was about half the price of the Nintendo branded one and its exactly the same unit

[@lxjshrss]

Same. Managed to get it with two extremely sturdy USB-A to USB-C cables and a sweet plug before the Nintendo licensed 'banks were announced. Been using it just fine so far. Charges during intense gameplay very. Very. VERY slowly. Mainly prolongs inevitable battery death while playing Zelda. Charges my Switch quite fast while in sleep mode. No issues so far.

[@mistkeyblade]

I also got the unbranded 20100 power bank (I call it power brick). I bought it a copy months ago for my phone that started dying in the middle of my workday. I was unsure whether to use it on my new Switch since I heard a lot of the bricking problems. I'm glad to see people are using this without problems. :)

[@mjc0961]

Apparently that Nintendo logo is as expensive to print as an Apple logo.

[@SuperSayinSolidSnek]

I have the regular Anker and it works great. Barely barely charges while playing Zelda, charges great in sleep mode

[@GustavoArakawa]

Nintendo definitely changed something in 6.0. I used to be able to charge the Switch with my Oneplus dash charger, now it doesn't work anymore. Lower powered, generic charger still works though.

[@ChrisDecrease]

Interesting. I use my Pixel 2 brick and cable to charge it when in bed, and it works wonderfully... so far.

[@sonosfictor]

I was never able to charge it using my dash charger, even before 6.0

[@gbjon9044]

@@sonosfictor me too.

[@joemann7971]

That's an issue with the OnePlus dash charger. I've been able to charge my switch with every other charger except the dash charger. I think it's because the dash charger is also proprietary like the Nintendo Switch's USB-PD solution.

[@Hathos9]

I bought the 13,000 bank a few months ago for a really good price. It worked well on my recent trip on both my switch and phone. Honestly, it is worth spending the extra $10-20 for the peace of mind. That, and I like how it fits into my breath of the wild Switch case (the one that came with the collector's edition).

[@jarrodjob]

(A) Your ability to articulate is such a gift. (B) East coast vibe and opinionated takes. Add A&B together. Yup. Love your takes.

[@jarrodjob]

FEBRIZIOtv Oh Feb. You need a hug bub.

[@cecilk729]

FEBRIZIOtv 😂

[@JaKingScomez]

@Jarrod Job can you add it up for me I don't know addition

[@jarrodjob]

Football Is Life yes. With Wulff, I am not getting a bunch of crap filler verbiage and I am getting a stronger/clearer opinion/take than other craptubers.

[@AG.Floats]

Yet he is just mindlessly repeating something he read These are just overpriced anker power banks. Nothing special besides the logo and increased price. The Samsung joke was dumb as well. My anker power bank from 4 years ago has been charging my switch for a while now and most cables have that protection in them.

[@jackreacher4297]

“Do you guys not have power outlets at your house?” - Activision Blizzard

[@TonyJenn]

The bricking issue had more to do with dock itself than anything. Most portable chargers are fine

[@bitbybrick1080]

There are also other cheaper battery banks that ANKER sells. Also if you own a Pro Controller, you can use the USB-C cord that comes with it to safely charge your Switch.

[@thomasknapp6434]

Yep. The only time that the Switch has an unconventional power draw is when it's docked, which an official Switch dock is specifically designed for.

[@TheDeathmail]

Not really; most of those docks worked perfectly fine until Nintendo had an update... one update later and Switches got bricked. And really... it shouldn't. And power changer and hdmi connection SHOULD work. Though, to be fair, USB-C is still a port that still has issues.

[@ChrisYx511]

@@TheDeathmail The issue that the switch always had unconventional power draws when docked, even before the update, so we can't really know if it's the update that screwed us over, if it was a coincidence, or if it was just the update process caused the switch to go out of wack during the process.

[@redcrimson1028]

@@bitbybrick1080 that's what i did

[@HowdyFolksGaming]

It’s silly that Nintendo doesn’t conform to the USB-C standard. Hopefully they address that in a Switch revision.

[@thomasknapp6434]

They do. The issue isn't a battery pack. When the Switch is in handheld mode, it conforms perfectly fine within USB-C standards. It only utilizes an unconventional draw when it is docked, which the Switch dock is specifically designed to handle. The problems emerged when people were buying unofficial third party docks (for the unobstructed profile) that didn't take a docked Switch's change in power standards into account.

[@thomasknapp6434]

@Atlas 93 I have had absolutely no issues with the Switch using both a RavPower and Anker USB-C to C battery pack.

[@Baz4]

I have an Anker PowerCore 20,000 mAh portable charger but it didn’t come with a usb a to c

[@carsonswitalski9098]

Thomas Knapp Thank you but may I ask what are your sources?

[@CorpoHawkWasabi]

@@thomasknapp6434 it happens because it upscale in docked.

[@7ugant]

I have the same 20100 mAh Anker power bank but without the switch logo and it works fine

[@bluntfist]

If I recall correctly, Anker is moving towards only putting one USB port on a portable battery pack because charging multiple devices at the same time increases the power output which 1) Generates more heat which can warp and damage the pack and 2) Reduces the overall battery lifespan (amount of charge it can hold, number of charge cycles).

[@SinaShahsana]

it is safe to use any power bank or power source with switch as long as you are not going to dock mode. to be safe use pro controller cable. i have been using most generic power banks usb chargers you can name, nothing happened.

[@remk4304]

Looked it up… you could probably get a power bank for around the same price, get more mah and has an ac port, which you could use. It’s about the price of the XL switch power bank: Portable Battery 90W 24000mAh 88.8Wh Laptop Power Bank with AC Outlet External Battery Pack for MacBook Pro Pad Pro iPhone HP Samsung Comping Power Supply Emergency (PD Charger is Not Included) From: Omar’s Store

[@ehallam08]

I always keep a charged battery pack with me. You never know when you'll need it. Also, there's a neat one made by Milwaukee that's a lantern with charging ports.

[@codak29]

I've been using Anker PowerCore 13000 C on my Switch. It's been fine. If your Switch is docked it should be plugged into the wall, dummies.

[@nhellg6971]

So any powerbank aafe to use without PD? I have power bank with 5v 2.1A ports output can i use it to charge my switch?

[@oneforkong6697]

The fact that he has a deku statue makes me so happy

[@ThatGuyThatGames24]

This whole thing is a damn mess. Like why does Nintendo always make the simple things so. damn. convoluted??

[@thedarkmantis9143]

It's like they deliberately go out of their way to make boneheaded decisions.

[@Falcodrin]

They are worse than apple on some things. None of the portables including the 3ds allow for wpa2-psa internet security. It's stupid.

[@summerycast7936]

They should have gone with a proprietary port...

[@LemonRush7777]

Because stupid people still buy them eagerly. Same deal with Apple.

[@MrDead1egs]

USB Type C to USB Type C cables don't have a 56k ohm resistor. Quoted from Ankers website FAQ - Are your cables equipped with 56K Ohm resistors? Only USB-C to USB-A cables and USB-C to Micro USB adapters are equipped with 56K Ohm resistors. Don't want people searching for a type c to type c cable with a 56k ohm resistor when they shouldn't exist. Great video btw :)

[@acebaltazar7833]

So is it safe for me to use my USB - A to USB - C charger to charge my switch, or do I have to get one that is Nintendo licensed (IE from poke ball plus or Pro controller)

[@bindingdeath]

Ace Baltazar if it has a 56K Ohm resistor, you SHOULD be able to use it safely. Emphasis on SHOULD. 😅

[@gbrann100]

“Whenever I go to the airpot I’m like ready for the apocalypse. I’ve got enough charge for everybody at the gate.” The most relatable bob sentence ever. I pull up at the airport with protein bars and full power banks like it’s the end of the world.

[@skamlife7090]

In my experience it's fine to use third party docks, as long as you use the original switch charger.

[@bashirsfar3825]

woops, ive been using my regular power bank with my switch this whole time, but ive never had a problem!

[@MrSomeGamerdude]

When the switch came out and when I saw that it uses Type-c for charging I was like: "Finally Nintendo stop proprietary chargers" Then 5.0 update came around and brick switch. And the only safe bet was to use Nintendo chargers and to me: "sooo that USB type-C is just to tease us and reality it's still proprietary in some way..." But at least using a cable with the 56 Ohm resister allow for using any power bank at least.

[@brandevans9417]

YO this is exactly the video I was hoping you would make. Thanks! I'll probably end up getting the small battery eventually, but it's good to know that these are the only batteries on the market right now that are certified to not brick the switch. Keep up the great work!

[@captainfuture5984]

I hate these nuances. But nothing beats playing Diablo Immo...I mean Diablo 3 on the Switch.

[@PinePizza]

How about Diablo immortal lol

[@marioparty17]

L

[@itsbrainnotbrian]

Is that comment an out of season April fool's joke?

[@Marizyth]

Dont you guys have phones?

[@piletpig124]

Super smash bros ultimate beats diablo 3

[@evaunit2005]

This is why when I got my S8+, grabbing this powerbank after getting a switch is super helpful for both of my devices. It is spendy, but it does make me feel safe it works to charge the switch

[@2Exile0]

I have never heard about a power bank bricking a Switch. It was the third party docks that was bricking some Switch consoles.

[@nowonmetube]

Wulff just talking out of his ass, that's all

[@here4beer100]

Facts

[@srccretdude123]

@@nowonmetube lmao

[@woodrowbarry1893]

yes your right ,, no news on switches bricking from powerbanks, if it would happen , meaning Nintendo did some magic on their program updates again

[@PettyPrinzeJr]

Sounds like he's getting sponsored to make it sound like we NEED these switch branded power banks that are double the price of the normal ones

[@thomasknapp6434]

As far as I am aware, the only time the Switch uses an unconventional power draw outside of USB-C standard is when it is in docked mode. It was third-party DOCKS that were causing the bricked systems, not simply battery packs.

[@mb-es1cn]

pretty positive there were also issues with the switch drawing too much power when connecting a battery pack via usbc to usbc.

[@thomasknapp6434]

@@mb-es1cn I've heard no such thing, at least nothing confirmed.

[@ninjya_bakon]

Was waiting for this video. Took too long. Bought it last month. I love it.

[@NoBody-kv3yd]

I got the Anker Powercore 20100 (not the switch edition) and it works great. I can play while it charges and I've gotten like 3 full charges out of it.

[@tlklaatu]

Wait, aren't these the same anker powerbanks just with switch logo on it. I had the 20100 version for about a year and it works with switch just fine.

[@JayRoyeaux]

[クラトゥ]Klaatu did you use any special cord with it or just a regular usb c cord ?

[@tlklaatu]

DJ just a regular USB-A to USB-C cord

[@MrBadreligionz]

@@tlklaatu can you use usb c to usb c? I'm looking at getting on on black Friday sale

[@WyvernVin]

You earned my 'like' the moment you said "it's not a Samsung product". Well said sir, well said.

[@unknownbababooey7111]

Just woke up to this. Finnaly POWER PORTABLE POWER

[@danielemmerich8782]

I got one named GuliKit detachable power bank which is detached on the back of the console from Amazon 8months ago. For the moment it works very good and not found bricking issue yet. I think it's just very rare case that Switch console get bricked,otherwise that's nightmare for the whole market and players.

[@moev29]

We own 3 anker power banks already. Nintendo isn’t going to convince me to buy a specially branded one. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ *I realize I should add that I bought anker usb-c cables with the 56k ohm resistor like 6 months ago. I’m obviously not actively trying to fry my switch

[@adt83live]

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[@sebastianaviles7152]

Morgan does it still work and do you have the amazon link for that specific powerbank?

[@adt83live]

@@sebastianaviles7152 you can use any power bank, just make sure your cords have 56 ohm resistors

[@adt83live]

@@sebastianaviles7152 www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07DC5PPFV?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

[@sebastianaviles7152]

ADT 83 thank you so much

[@CenkZappa]

I have the Anker PowerCore 20100. When it was fully charged I used it to charge my completely dead Switch 1.75 times WHILE PLAYING (Dragon Quest Builders). The first charge got to 100% while I was playing, this took about 2 hours. I played the Switch until it was at 1% battery remaining and then plugged it back into the PowerCore. It charged the Switch back up to 75% while I was playing (Dragon Quest Builders) and then the PowerCore ran out of juice. The 20100 will give you 1.75 charges while playing. At first I was hoping for more than this so I added up the hours of total game play to see how long it would last on a plane. If you start with 3 initial hours on your Switch's battery + 2 additional hours charging while playing + 3 hours with Switch fully recharged +1.5 hours playing while charging + approx 2 hours or 75% of battery remaining on the Switch. 3+2+3+1.5+2=11.5 total hours of game play IF your Switch is fully charged to begin with. Or 8.5 additional hours if you are playing while charging. This should get you pretty far on a plane!

[@Giliver]

Yeah I don't get why this is a thing? I have a 20k power bank, but I made sure to go out and get a USB c cable with a 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor in it. (From anker) Atleast from my research the only thing you should need is a specific cable, not power bank.

[@sniperfox47]

If the bank has a USB-A port it's totally safe. It'll just charge really slow. Make sure that you use a proper cable, not a cheapo one that ignores the spec. If the bank has a USB-C port without Power Delivery it'll just charge kinda slow. If the bank has a USB-C port and supports Power Delivery, then it is safe to use directly on the switch but is not safe to use through the dock and is super unsafe through third party docks. The reason is because the USB-C chip that they used in the dock garbles the power delivery messages between your charger and the switch, and the USB-C chip in the switch doesn't handle these messages properly unless they're from the official charger which does some weird stuff. They used a really early USB power delivery chip from before people started fixing the bugs, so despite the switches delay to market it inherited the issues of the early prototype USB-C devices.

[@SyNKevN]

Anker PowerCore 26,800mah Type C, paid $120 and has zero issues. I bought around 6 of these to run several Note 8 and Note 9 phones, and 3 Nintendo switches, no problems at all. Anker is the best portable charger there is hands down.

[@SyNKevN]

Correction I was able to find these for $100. 3 ports, including a QualComm port for fast charging. Highly recommend over the "Nintendo" logo one as I'm almost certain the chipset is verbatim.

[@bulkov6564]

I purchased an anker 20100 power bank which works well to charge my switch. :) in my Satisfye Elite bundle case

[@guntherfigueroa9770]

Satisfied after a year of use ?

[@CausticFox26]

Also i think i might know why the power supply works so well compared to others. The PD port on the switch uses a 15V=1.6A PD USB-C port which is exactly whats in the switch power supply. The other anker batteries dont have this port that pushes 15V

[@TheTekSone]

i was in Best Buy a few months ago and the Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD, 20100mAh Portable Charger & 30W Power Delivery Wall Charger Bundle (without the switch logo) was on sale for $79 (sale = $20 off), so i bought that instead. I am not an expert on this stuff, but the box writing on both batteries read the same so I went with the bundle.

[@CROOKS326]

The Nintendo version is just a rebranding of the same powercore that you purchased. Same exact specs on both power banks. The powercore is the better value being it comes with the USB-C charger which retails at $30 alone. That charger charges the power bank itself much quicker than a standard wall charger.

[@ssramroop]

Its the exact same banks without the logo. You get a 15v charger to fast charge the bank. Never buy those branded stuff. Total ripp off

[@troigrl]

Zaire those still available?

[@clanpsi]

Branded Anker ones in the video are 50% off right now on Amazon.

[@D-Padguy]

When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico I used 3 differrent power banks to charge my Nintendo Switch. I made sure to use the USB cable that came with Pro Controller.

[@Zathren]

I can't imagine ever needing more than what the Switch gives me for battery life. I'll save my money.

[@Plasticityy]

ikr why am I here. maybe if I ever go on a plane to the other side of the world i’d buy one of these.

[@Paulygon]

Found the smaller one on clearance at Walmart for only $17 so I bought that in a heartbeat. Primarily I bought this for my iPad Pro.

[@headhazed7479]

I've been using a nyko power pak for months now and my Switch appears to be fine

[@hackermangage1703]

I have an Anker battery. Some like 90$ one. It’s not certified but it’s basically the same one just without the switch logo. I’ve been using it for a year now and it’s amazing, had more battery life, and cheaper too!

[@trevorgrover5619]

From what I've noticed, the Switch only seems to brick when ever it's trying to output A/V and charging with the USB-C port at the same time. I haven't had any problem in portable mode with 3rd party chargers.

[@TheTraveler980]

Does the system charge in docked mode while playing without a USB-C?

[@hannomatt]

Same here! I think you nailed it!!

[@markb1511]

Nah, I do this all the time no problem.

[@TheTraveler980]

Is anyone interested in answering my question?

[@weberman173]

you cant play without USB C in docked mode,

[@envytee9659]

Charging with a good 56k ohm Type A to Type C cable is actually safer than a C to C because the switch doesn't comply with Power Delivery. Power Delivery can deliver so much power that if power is overdrawn, the switch can easily be fried. Type A to C doesn't exactly provide as much power as PD so it's much less likely to fry your switch, though it will charge at slower speeds.

[@TheAppleflaps]

I would love if you can contact someone with the technology to test all your claims Bob, maybe you can find some non-licensed products that are safe to use

[@I_was_a_Bullfrog]

I believe there is a person who has already tested a bunch of powerbanks

[@Astryx]

he makes some sketch claims in some of his vids and never provides proof so i doubt he ever will

[@bing0bongo]

All I care about finding some Switch-friendly powerbanks that aren't as insanely expensive as these ones

[@EckmanJones]

We have 10200 and a 12000 mah anker batteries, two sound core speakers, soundbuds sport, and five of the 5 port anker usb hubs, several of the powerline cables. Their products are just so awesome and well built. Oh yeah we have one of their two port car chargers too. They just make really good and reliable products.

[@wildesage4172]

Bob, please consider the following to be some constructive criticism for the channel (lumped together with general information for other users here in the comments, of course). I don't dislike you, and I've taken care to write it as neutral as possible, so I hope you'll consider it. I think a lot of the information in this video is outdated and inaccurate. Or at the very least unclear. You say at 5:27 "if it's not safe (to use the USB-A IQ port) on this power bank, why isn't it safe on any of their other powerbanks?". It is. Their other powerbanks with USB-A IQ ports work fine with the Switch. You yourself state at 6:35 that you have in fact used those banks and they worked fine, which contradicts what you said at 5:27. Now, perhaps you meant to say "if it's not safe on this power bank, why does ANKER CLAIM it isn't safe on any of their other powerbanks?". That makes sense, as it's worded not a statement of fact, but rather is just restating something Anker said, whether that be true or false. That would be a much better way to say it... but that's not what you said. Additionally, my understanding is that in general, power banks are considered to be safe for Switch as long as they are reasonably well-made and conform to industry standards (not just Nintendo standards); that's based on resources like switchchargers (dot) com, and lots and lots of reddit threads, including major threads where users with the necessary hardware have tested and disassembled lots of power banks. Among surveyed reddit users with bricked Switches, no person has claimed to have been bricked by a charger; only by docks. At 0:23 you say "pretty much anything that isn't certified by Nintendo could potentially brick your Switch". Well, again, very unclear. In a very specific context you could say this is true. For an uninformed individual buying a random powerbank from some random site on the internet, yes, potentially ANYTHING they buy could brick, because they're buying blind. But really, it's false. There's tons of documented powerbanks which have been tested to work with the Switch, and are considered generally safe. The only argument for your side would be to say "you don't know if they'll be safe to use after every system update". True. So that's something I would caution people about, not just omit. "Certain power banks are safe, but there's no guarantee they're safe after major system updates" is more accurate than "any powerbank out there could brick your Switch". I would like to see you choose your words more carefully in these videos, or at least add qualifiers so people get the full story. I think this video makes the situation out to be a huge problem, when in reality it's very hard to find any person who can attest to having their Switch bricked by a charger/powerbank. Now, I can see that there's a bit of a ranting-type nature to the video, with you highlighting how unclear and problematic this situation is to the consumer; I hope you realize that as a viewer, you seem to be not criticizing/critiquing/explaining the confusion, but rather confirming/perpetuating it. To contrast that, here's how I personally would put it: "based on user reviews and teardowns, the Nintendo-branded Anker batteries' hardware does seem to be slightly optimized for Switch, however the biggest difference is likely on your psyche and your warranty; peace of mind for you that your the battery definitely will not damage your Switch for the life of the device, and the assurance that if it does, Nintendo cannot point to an unlicensed accessory as being YOUR FAULT. However, it is UNLIKELY that Anker's standard, non Nintendo-branded powerbanks are physically ANY LESS SAFE than the Nintendo-branded variety". Acknowledging that yes, there are benefits to the Nintendo-branded accessories, but still acknowledging that there is overwhelming evidence that says standardized powerbanks can be perfectly safe for the Switch and that rumors of chargers bricking switches seem thus far to be untrue.

[@addledhead]

Oof buddy, you want him to hire a lawyer to proofread his video scripts or something? I get what your gripe is, but you're getting into such minute semantics that I'll tell you right now it's not worth it.

[@acebaltazar7833]

Yeah, I think the whole "5:27" contradiction was because he was being rhetorical and sarcastic, he was pointing out the lack of reasoning in their policy that it isn't safe to use other IQ ports.

[@isaacsmith2997]

@@addledhead none of what he said is minute. The video makes this charger sound like the only safe option, despite the fact that there are no reports of any other chargers harming Switches. That's a problem.

[@ashmoneygames4217]

If someone modded an extra standard usb c input you could buy the cheap one and use a 2nd normal power bank to extende the battery further

[@ddub1253]

I feel like the switch power cord for the dock charges my switch from like 7% to like 95 in an hour

[@retostud2613]

I am using a no name portable battery since the start and never had a problem. It even charges my Switch when playing. I even use an old phone charger to charge my Switch on the go. As far as I know all Swtich bricking issues are in Docked mode.

[@brendonkennedy3021]

I'll remember to buy one of these power banks when I win that switch.

[@sylver546]

Brendon Kennedy did you “win” it?

[@ShamBell]

Purchased a Ravpower 20,100mah battery pack to use w/ Switch. No issues w/ charging so far & got it at a great price too - $49.99 on Amazon. I used Switch while charging from battery bank. Also, just let the Switch charge in sleep mode or powered off. No issue! I would not connect it to the dock though, seems very risky. It would seem the best charge is w/ type-C on both ends of the cable.

[@brae9119]

I have a Rav Power Charger that charges my Switch while it charges, I’ve read online that it’s safe when used with a Nintendo chord.

[@I_was_a_Bullfrog]

Just wish the official cords weren't so thick, can't even fit it into my case.

[@JustinSmith-gx4kn]

I've used a RAVPOWER 16750mAh battery with out the official cable and haven't had any issues... Didn't know that bricking it was even a concern. Now I'm second guessing using it for the Switch again.

@@I_was_a_Bullfrog I actually think it is good that the Nintendo cords are so thick. They are the only one which will not break after a few months of use. My cord of the Samsung Galaxy S8 broke after 2 months of use (mostly installed permanenty from wall plug to charching space on my desk).

[@LeadSails]

Justin Smith it won’t brick it, i’ve been using my ravpower 26800 PD usb C charger and it’s been fine. Only thing thats bricking switches seems to be 3rd party docks.

[@JustinSmith-gx4kn]

@@LeadSails, I certainly hope you're right. I haven't had any issues with it so far.

[@JohnnyBeeMon]

All you need to do to test the safety of a charger is to make sure it outputs 3.0 amps or more and that your cable has a 56ohm resistor installed. You can do this with a multimeter and some basic electronics knowledge. I use a generic battery I found at Walmart for $12(7500mA) it has a port that outputs 3.1A, and the official Nintendo switch pro controller cable(which, after testing, shows that it has a 56ohm resistor)

[@SanthiagoHH]

Please let it be a good review!! I just bought this battery lol

[@DonRobertson82]

I paid 8 bucks for one... works perfect... just make sure the output amps/voltage is correct and ur good.

[@kathyconner1478]

So. Since the ones with a nintendo logo are the recommended ones by nintendo. I just have to put a switch sticker on my anker battery right?

[@michaelperez2416]

Had no clue the switch was so finicky. I picked up the ravpower 26800 for half off a couple weeks ago. Glad to see that it works, according to their website.

[@SuperFrodo95]

I had a much older Anker powerbank that you charged up with a micro-usb cable, as well as the charger that came with my Google Pixel and they both worked fine with my Switch. It's ridiculous and confusing for the consumer that Nintendo would choose type-C, but not let you safely charge the console with regular USB power. They should have just gone with a proprietary connection and avoided all of this. But they again they also don't like content creators putting out videos of their games on KZbin...

[@benschram]

I have one of the unbranded Anker 20100mAh power banks, If you use the PD port with the switch, it will drain the battery from the switch and charge the power bank, So just stick to using the USB-A ports. Been using it to charge the Switch since it's release date, and have charged it while turned off and while i'm playing it, no issues. the power bank lives in my backpack to be used on all my devices. Handy having that second USB-A port :D

[@meswifty5447]

Just got mine yesterday at Walmart. It was on clearance for $35

[@ShadowDSi]

same here

[@lucashood2357]

Clearance? Was it in good condition?

[@ShadowDSi]

@@lucashood2357 um it was new?

[@alexandromora7890]

The big one is on Best Buy for 60 bucks right now. Imma try to pick it up before the clearance is up 😂

[@CyberDragon10K]

You Americans and your clearance pricings. I can't even find these things up here in Canada. :S The Smol one would be nice as a dedicated Switch battery. Bought a massive RAV Power one years ago for general electronics charging.

[@isaiahv.4631]

The annotation thing at the beginning of the video was so cool

[@AlejoxonYT]

Imagine the conclusion to the title was: "nothing"

[@scottytiu4537]

I say get the reputable brands - Anker, Aukey, and RavPower. Keep in mind the type C port w/ output of 3A. Most importantly the type C cable, w/ the 56k ohm resistor. Suggesting the Anker Powerline+ USB C to C.

[@imle9279]

4:08 Did I just see Midoriya in the background?

[@chrisofstars]

I've had the 20100 larger Anker one for a few months and it's awesome. Idgaf, nothing unlicensed touches my Switch and I rest easier for it.

[@pelicanplayer8408]

"Because then he's going to loos all his Splatoon saves. All his Splagoodbye" 😂

[@ninonezio]

i appreciate the thoroughness in your reviews; keep it going.

[@Jose1785]

I'm thinking on buying a Powercore, it's September 2019, any updates Bob?! :D Should I get a Powercore or just buy an extra adapter for my Nintendo Switch?

[@Ravix8891]

Good to know we got Bob Wulff, battery detective on the scene! Worrying about your Switch every time you plug it into just about anything is dumb and will probably get fixed in the next hardware revision (I hope). It's times like these I'm glad I always buy 1st party or at least officially licensed gear. Great vid man, I had no idea these even existed. I need a new battery bank anyways so I think I'll go pick one up right meow.

[@FinlayDaG33k]

If it just tells you: "hey man, I can't charge" if it doesn't get sufficient volts or amps or just outright shuts down to protect itself then sure... but it literally getting bricked because your charger is too weak? At most that should fry your charger, not cause a *software* issue in the switch. What will happen if your switch tries to draw too much current from the charger is that the voltage will drop. This *may* get followed up by a voltage spike that would fry your switch (or phone for that matter) if it's a bad charger but that's something else than bricking the device by software. I simply cannot argue about Nintendo's motives being "to protect their customers" over "selling their own stuff". Imagine a phone getting software bricked because you lend out the charger that came with your Samsung to your friend who has a OnePlus... Heck, I own a Dell laptop that refuses to charge with HP chargers... it still works to power my laptop, it tells me the charger is "faulty" and will not charge my laptop. Yet, after almost 3 years of doing this, my laptop is still working fine. Do I risk frying it? absolutely but Dell doesn't brick my laptop because of it.

[@JustSumGuy01]

Digital Foundry tested several other batteries, including an Anker that's not Nintendo branded and they do work. None of them have been reported to brick a Switch

[@palanti1]

My Xiaomi Power Bank 2 works just fine and super fast charging with my Switch

[@Repudiate]

Is it still good?

[@elviswjr]

I have an Aukey 30,000 mAh power bank and it looks (and feels) like a literal brick but it can charge my Switch while I'm playing it. I've used it many times and never had a problem. It's one of the few that I've seen recommended for use with the Switch and it's served me well. It also has Quick Charge for cell phones and other devices that support fast charging. For a cheaper alternative that works just as well, I would highly recommend it.

[@simracingchannel7691]

They dont have power sockets where you live ?

[@mcchickennug]

*clicks on video* "THE ANKER POWERC-" WOAH SO LOUD TURN DOWN VOLUME

[@aobasutsukaze4868]

I'm using ZMI 10, which also supports PD2.0 and QC3.0. For nearly one year, it works fine under both TV mode and handheld mode. 15000mah version costs CNY249(USD36). Highly recommoned.

[@deathcometh61]

Nintendo sd card? Nintendo ext battery. What next Nintendo tv set. Nintendo hdmi cable.

[@kayealexv.g.]

Don't the Wii U and Switch both come with Nintendo Branded Cable.

[@NintyPrime]

I have ravpower power banks that work exactly like this and without USB c but similar numbers and they charge while playing. Well one of them does. The other one didn't but they are two different banks. But I used the cable that came with the pro controller cable for all testing and use cases. Been using it for almost 1.5 years without issue. I think the resistor inside the cord itself will prevent most of the issues.

[@funposting8912]

The switch has worked with every USB-PD compliment charger and battery bank it's ever been tested on, so a few seconds in to the video and I already feel you're talking out your ass. What's that? Some affiliate links in the description? Interesting.

[@JalilovTimur]

Velleity no, my baseus 45w with pd didnt work sorry for eng

[@paulunga]

I've had an Anker Powercore+ 20100 mAH for over a year now and nothing bad ever happened using my Switch with it. Not a year ago and not three days ago when I last used it on my up-to-date Switch.

[@Dan_D380]

I love how NIntendo didn't take responsibility for being partially responsible for the 5.0 debacle. I lost a LOT of faith in them. Still, to this day, i'm nervous about any firmware updates they offer.

[@scarffoxandfriends9401]

Because they aren't responsible for unknown outside products bricking the system. People also data mine the updates, there was nothing that would cause it from the firmware change. What most likely happened is people who bought the docks around the same time had their switches bricking around the same time as well.

[@omsa]

@@scarffoxandfriends9401 exactly. The docks and chargers people are using aren't theirs so it's not their problem. If you used an unlicensed third party thing than its that companies fault for making a bad dock, charger etc

[@RaySchrantz]

I wish Nintendo or Anker would just give us a straight answer. This is concerning to me because I used to only use my switch in portable mode because I was always on the go between college and I didn't have a big tv to dock my switch to. The reason that's so concerning to me is that from the first day I bought my switch, I never used the official Nintendo Switch AC charger once, not even when I was home. I used an Aukey QC 3.0 power bank, an Anker QC 3.0 wall adapter, and nylon braided Aukey USB C cables. I knew that what kind of USB C cable you use matters, but I had no idea that the switch required cables with resistors specifically made for their console. I haven't used my switch much over the past couple of months, but since I dropped out of college, got a job, and bought a 32" 1080p tv for my room, I haven't had a reason to take it out of docked mode if I used it at all. I'm getting ready to start using my switch regularly again because Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Super Smash Bros Ultimate are coming out soon, so I'm worried about continuing my original usage habits, especially since I haven't used it outside of docked mode since before the 5.0 update that bricked switches using 3rd party docks and chargers. I'm definitely going to need to work on what cables I use. I'm still planning on charging my switch using QC 3.0 wall adapters and power banks, but I guess I'll have to keep my pro controller charging cord in my switch carry case at all times

[@fattiger6957]

Confirmation that Nintendo rushed the Switch. Remember when Nintendo handhelds were indestructible? This time, it seems like they did an absolute piss poor job at testing it. I mean, how did they not catch the joycon desync problems with the early batches? And these power issues just stink of poor engineering. Seems like the rumoured Switch revision won't be a Switch pro or a switch mini, it will just be to fix all these problems Nintendo missed.

[@moose-mancer]

Except this didn't exist at launch.

[@Giliver]

It IS near indestructible though?

[@WulffDen]

to be fair, you can drop the Switch from the roof of your house and it would still be fine lol

[@fattiger6957]

@@Giliver Getting fried from a cheap usb cable doesn't sound indestructible to me. You can plug psvita slim into any micro usb charger and it does't fry. I've used many usb cables/chargers with various phones/tablets over the years and none of them have had any issue. Durability of electronics include more than drop resistance nowadays. If I was prone to conspiracy theories, I would think Nintendo did this on purpose to sell their ridiculously overpriced charger and officially branded battery packs (which I'm sure they get a cut of) but I don't think even Nintendo is that petty for a few nickles.

[@Giliver]

@@fattiger6957 so....don't buy Nintendo tagged stuff? There's a lot more options out there that WONT brick your switch, getting first party stuff isn't necessary.

[@everettrantanen1732]

Bob, your videos are the best and my number 1 go to source for Switch news and information. Nicely produced.....keep it up look forward to many more.

[@crosstrigger1]

These are just rebranded anker battery banks. They're ripoffs.

[@kaldogorath]

They're still branded as Anker. Are you sure they're re-branded?

[@xdjrunner]

@@kaldogorath switch rebranded.

[@kaweewattt]

@Tony Melo Negotiation between switch and charger is not standard from what I've heard.

[@kaweewattt]

@Tony Melo www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/87vmud/the_switch_is_not_usbc_compliant_and_overdraws/

[@noahdejesus5601]

Matthew Barth it just seems like the microsd card shit

[@BDA1137]

I would say to keep things simple and safe, just use a regular USB C power bank. Nvm the PD, as delivering less power is safer than trying to "get close" to the max charging capacity. A little bit slower charging is not gonna kill you.

[@mylesweaver8781]

Charges nintendo powerbank with non Nintendo powerbank

[@MobileDecay]

Myles Weaver Did it explode? 😳😳😳

[@Weavilepichu]

Very informative! I will be on the lookout for the bigger one. I'll be needing it for my four days of camping at SDCC! SDCC is crazy, you almost need to hide your power banks or people will crowd you for a charge

[@nixadventures3938]

Nintendo should have just created a USB-W switch so they could just patent and Jew everyone out like they intended to anyhow. Hate me.

[@WatsitTooyah]

This is the first I've heard of power restrictions. I've charged my switch while camping on multiple USB batteries, different power outputs. No issue. If I use device while charging slower the % will drop slowly but no other issues.