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Nintendo adds VRR support to docked Nintendo Switch 2 in latest console update
Nintendo has released a new update for the Nintendo Switch that adds Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support when the console is docked. This feature, available in the latest firmware update, aims to reduce screen tearing and stuttering in games that support it. The update also introduces improved data transfer capabilities between consoles and new Mii editing screen features.
With Pokemon Bank's demise on the horizon, one modder makes their own adapter to move Pokemon from GBA to Switch…
With the impending shutdown of Pokemon Bank on February 26, 2027, a modder named Drewworks has created a functional adapter to transfer Pokemon from Game Boy Advance cartridges to the Nintendo Switch. This homebrew solution allows players to preserve their creatures from older generations, as Pokemon Bank will soon cease service, potentially stranding some Pokemon permanently on the Nintendo 3DS.
How to transfer data from your old iPhone to a new one
This guide explains how to transfer data from an old iPhone to a new one using the Quick Start feature. Quick Start simplifies the process of migrating your information to a new device.
What's the difference between Thunderbolt 4 and 5?
Thunderbolt 5 offers significantly faster data transfer speeds and increased power delivery capabilities compared to Thunderbolt 4. However, the article notes that most current devices are not yet capable of fully utilizing the advanced features of Thunderbolt 5.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – August 23, 2026 – Switch data transfer downtime planned
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of August 23, 2026, which includes planned downtime for the Nintendo Switch. Two sessions are scheduled for mid-week to impact user data and save data transfers. Specific times for the downtime are provided in PT, ET, UK, and European time zones.
Pokemon Bank closes in 2027 and FireRed and LeafGreen link to Pokemon HOME
The Pokemon Company announced that Pokemon Bank, originally available on the Nintendo 3DS, will cease operations on February 26, 2027. Users will be directed to utilize the Pokemon HOME service thereafter. Additionally, Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen will gain compatibility with Pokemon HOME.
Your phone's USB-C port does a lot more than just charge - Here's what else it can do
The USB-C port on mobile devices offers more than just charging capabilities. It supports various data transfer methods and allows for connection to a wide range of accessories, expanding the functionality of smartphones.
You won't have to worry about limited bandwidth or data now that Valve has fixed local network game transfers on…
Valve has fixed the local network game transfer feature in the Steam client, resolving an issue where games would download over the internet instead of transferring locally. This update allows users to transfer games between PCs and Steam Decks again, provided they have the latest Steam client version installed.
If you’re looking to link Pokemon Champions to HOME, here’s what you need to do
This guide explains how to link Pokemon HOME with Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch to transfer creatures between games. The process does not require Nintendo Switch Online or a paid Pokemon HOME Premium Plan. Players can transfer Pokemon from HOME into Champions to use in battles, and can also send them back. Not all Pokemon are compatible, and moves may need to be adjusted if they are not supported in Champions.
Pokemon Champions reportedly has a "massive bug" that's trapping 'mons from Pokemon Home "in…
Pokemon Champions is reportedly suffering from a significant bug that traps Pokemon transferred from Pokemon Home in a state of limbo. Players are encountering error codes when attempting to move Pokemon between the two applications, with some reporting that standard troubleshooting steps and Nintendo support advice have not resolved the issue. The Pokemon Company has been contacted for clarification.
How to link Pokemon Champions to Pokemon Home
This guide explains how to link Pokemon Champions to Pokemon Home. The process is described as quick and easy, facilitating data transfer between games.
Pokemon Champions Bug Has Made Some Players Lose Access To Their Precious Monsters
A significant bug in Pokemon Champions is preventing players from transferring their Pokemon from Pokemon Home, effectively locking their monsters. This issue, reported by competitive player Justin Carris and others, makes the affected Pokemon untradeable and unmovable from Pokemon Home. Nintendo Support's suggested cache clearing has not resolved the problem for affected players.
Engagement Ring
Valve reported that Steam users downloaded 100 exabytes of games in 2025. The platform is currently averaging 274 petabytes of installs and updates daily.
Valve says Steam users downloaded 100 exabytes of games in 2025, and are averaging 274 petabytes of installs and updates…
Valve's Steam Year in Review for 2025 highlights significant platform growth, with users downloading 100 exabytes of data and averaging 274 petabytes of installs and updates daily. The platform also saw a consistent increase in concurrent users, reaching 42 million at its peak, and paid out more revenue than ever to developers.
