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I want to get a second dock. Are third party options good? (lemmy.one)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I have one connected to my Television, but it's a hassle for games to unhook for games I want to play on the monitor for better latency like rhythm games.

I had heard of some third party ones potentially damaging switches back in the day, and wondered if they have improved since then.

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[–] [email protected] 22 points 1 year ago (7 children)

I would check out the Genki Covert Dock. It is a game changer when bringing the switch outside the house, but absolutely could be plugged in most of the time at home.

Its a wonderful grab and go dock, and they extensively tested switch compatibility - have had zero issues with mine.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Another vouch for this. I kickstarted it and have been super happy with it.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

Well this looks super cool

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

@NightOwl This is the one.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Very compact which is perfect for travel or not taking up space on my desk.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

Link for those who are interested.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Came here to say this! It’s great as a second unit and is always in my backpack or luggage when traveling

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Saving

[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

30W GaN sounds like a sure way to brick your switch when powered off.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Well it's a good thing the max draw of a switch is 18W, and this device has a specific 9V power profile for the switch. The 30W is there to support devices with a faster power delivery spec (such as the Steam Deck).