An official Nintendo Switch Lite OLED model is unlikely to get released, with Nintendo working on its next console, but soon enough, players may be able to install an OLED screen on the console.
X/Twitter user Taki Udon shared a few images yesterday of a prototype for an OLED modification that would allow users to install an OLED screen on the handheld-only version of the popular console. According to the user, this modification wouldn't be too expensive if released, in the range of $25-50, and it could also include an HDMI output which could turn the Nintendo Switch Lite OLED into a regular console, although output would be capped at 720p resolution.
— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
-The price would be based on interest with a potential range of $25-$50.
-This is not a difficult mod to do.
-HDMI output is a potential feature, but it would be capped at 720p.— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
— Taki Udon (@TakiUdon_) January 30, 2024
It isn't just a Nintendo Switch Lite OLED that is unlikely ever to get released, as even the Nintendo Switch 2 will apparently be released later this year with an LCD screen, which is a shame, considering how superior OLED screens are. At least, it seems like it won't be too difficult to find the console in stores during its launch window, as Nintendo is planning to produce 10 million units for the launch fiscal year.
The Nintendo Switch Lite was released back in 2019 to provide cheaper access to the console's amazing game library. You can learn more about the console in our review.
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