Introducing the New Nintendo Switch with an 8-inch LCD Screen

by Annabelle Stephenson
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on 26 January 2024

Nintendo przygotowuje nową wersję konsoli Switch z 8-calowym ekranem LCD

Nintendo is set to release a new version of its popular Switch console later this year, according to recent information published by Omdia analyst Hiroshi Hayese. The most significant change will be the introduction of a larger 8-inch LCD screen. This forecast is based on Hayese’s research on small and medium displays, which suggests that Nintendo plans to double its orders for these screens by 2024.

In December 2023, Sharp Corp. announced the delivery of LCD panels for an undisclosed console that is currently in the research and development phase. According to Bloomberg, Sharp has previously collaborated with Nintendo as a manufacturer during the COVID-19 pandemic and is owned by Foxconn.

Nintendo, as usual, has not commented on these reports, but it is yet another indication that the Japanese company is gearing up for a market launch during the holiday season with a new generation of its portable gaming console.

The current version of the Nintendo Switch has been on the market for seven years and has sold over 132 million units. While it remains popular among gamers worldwide and has recently gained games like “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” and “Pokemon Scarlet & Violet,” players are eagerly awaiting an updated version.

With Sony and Microsoft having released their new consoles at the end of 2020, the world is curious about what Nintendo’s next move will be.

Previous rumors suggested that Nintendo showcased Switch 2 prototypes to selected game developers as early as September of last year, and various leaked information about potential specifications of the new machine have already surfaced.

Nintendo is likely to avoid announcing the new version too early in order to maximize sales of the current generation Switch.

FAQ:

1. What information was published by Omdia analyst Hiroshi Hayese?
According to the latest information published by Omdia analyst Hiroshi Hayese, Nintendo plans to release a new version of its popular Switch console later this year.

2. What is the most significant change in the new version of the Switch console?
The most significant change will be the introduction of a larger 8-inch LCD screen.

3. What are Hayese’s forecasts regarding orders for small and medium displays?
Based on Hayese’s research, Nintendo plans to double its orders for these screens by 2024.

4. Which company delivered the LCD panels for the undisclosed console?
Sharp Corp. announced the delivery of LCD panels for the undisclosed console.

5. What are the recently popular games on the Nintendo Switch?
Recently popular games on the Nintendo Switch include “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” and “Pokemon Scarlet & Violet.”

6. How long has the current version of the Nintendo Switch been available?
The current version of the Nintendo Switch has been on the market for seven years.

7. How many units of the Nintendo Switch have been sold?
The Nintendo Switch has sold over 132 million units.

8. When did Sony and Microsoft release their new consoles?
Sony and Microsoft released their new consoles at the end of 2020.

9. Are there any leaked details about the potential specifications of the new Nintendo Switch?
Previous rumors suggested that Nintendo showcased Switch 2 prototypes to selected game developers as early as September of last year, and various leaked information about potential specifications of the new machine have already surfaced.

10. Why is Nintendo likely to delay the announcement of the new version?
Nintendo is likely to avoid announcing the new version too early in order to maximize sales of the current generation Switch.

Definitions:

– LCD: Liquid Crystal Display – a type of display technology commonly used in electronics.
– Prototypes: Models or patterns, usually used for further research and product development.
– Specifications: Detailed properties and technical characteristics of a particular product.