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Sep 21, 2020 8:22 PM

UGREEN Bluetooth 5.0 aptX 3.5mm Audio Adapter for Nintendo Switch / Switch Lite

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UGREEN Group Limited via Amazon has UGREEN Bluetooth 5.0 aptX 3.5mm Audio Adapter for Nintendo Switch / Switch Lite (80188) on sale for $26.99 - $9.45 off when you apply promotion code UGREEN843 at checkout = $17.54. Shipping is free. Thanks JZ1989

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UGREEN Group Limited via Amazon has UGREEN Bluetooth 5.0 aptX 3.5mm Audio Adapter for Nintendo Switch / Switch Lite (80188) on sale for $26.99 - $9.45 off when you apply promotion code UGREEN843 at checkout = $17.54. Shipping is free. Thanks JZ1989

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chronicthinker
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Such a dumb oversight that it doesn't take Bluetooth
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amackii
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I thought so as well but I now know better -

"The Nintendo Switch uses Bluetooth to communicate with the wireless controllers, and like other gaming consoles, it doesn't allow Bluetooth headphones to connect directly to the system. The workaround provided in the 4.0. 0 patch allows wireless headsets that use a USB dongle to provide the wireless capability.Apr 9, 2020"
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icenine459
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A lot of bad reviews and warnings against the vendor. Probably isn't worth it.
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Sep 22, 2020 2:33 AM
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ViperGTSR6Sep 22, 2020 2:33 AM
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Tried this as well as the Genki that plugs into the bottom USB-C port and both had unacceptable latency. I don't want to buy a set of headphones that support aptX low latency specifically to use with this adapter so both of them went back. Unless you can stand a 1 second delay in what you are seeing vs. hearing or you already own aptX low latency headphones pass on this.
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Sep 22, 2020 3:33 AM
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UltraLazerSep 22, 2020 3:33 AM
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Quote from chronicthinker View quoted comment :
Such a dumb oversight that it doesn't take Bluetooth
Even the "new" 3ds was wifi-g because all the other 3ds were g. It's not a matter of oversight. It's being cheap.
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Sep 22, 2020 4:38 AM
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yeti79Sep 22, 2020 4:38 AM
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How bad is the audio delay on this one?
Sep 22, 2020 12:42 PM
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greggproopsSep 22, 2020 12:42 PM
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Quote from chronicthinker View quoted comment :
Such a dumb oversight that it doesn't take Bluetooth
Yeah, nah, it's not an oversight. All 3 console makers (Ninty, Sony, MS) have done this "no bt audio" on purpose. I think I remember reading that it's to retain the ability to sell add-ons, adapters, and direct peripherals.

Basically, don't give the consumer too much freedom, there's good money to be had in there!
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Sep 22, 2020 1:50 PM
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SociableRecess294Sep 22, 2020 1:50 PM
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Quote from greggproops View quoted comment :
Yeah, nah, it's not an oversight. All 3 console makers (Ninty, Sony, MS) have done this "no bt audio" on purpose. I think I remember reading that it's to retain the ability to sell add-ons, adapters, and direct peripherals.

Basically, don't give the consumer too much freedom, there's good money to be had in there!
Yup and to make money off 3rd party licensing deals like turtle beach. Everything money grabs now and limit what we can do...
Sep 22, 2020 2:30 PM
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HappyThread5938Sep 22, 2020 2:30 PM
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Quote from amackii View quoted comment :
I thought so as well but I now know better -

"The Nintendo Switch uses Bluetooth to communicate with the wireless controllers, and like other gaming consoles, it doesn't allow Bluetooth headphones to connect directly to the system. The workaround provided in the 4.0. 0 patch allows wireless headsets that use a USB dongle to provide the wireless capability.Apr 9, 2020"
Can you talk through the headset though?
Sep 22, 2020 2:59 PM
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OutragerSep 22, 2020 2:59 PM
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I played all of The Last of Us Part II with earbuds connected to the PS4, since my monitor speakers are crap, and the audio would occasionally cut out. Using the Genki bluetooth adapter with my Sony WH1000XM2 on the PS4 there were no more drops. The Sony headphones only support the AptX HD codec but to me there was no noticeable latency.

If you have an older PC the USB ones might also be a better option since it'll use a better codec than what you have built in if you use Bluetooth headphones.

Unfortunately none of them seem to use LDAC or AAC.

I totally recommend a USB based one over a 3.5mm jack one. The Genki has a passthrough for charging the Switch, but it's pretty expensive. There are a bunch of similar and cheaper ones but no idea which ones are good.

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Sep 22, 2020 4:05 PM
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LavenderLake5124Sep 22, 2020 4:05 PM
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I was disappointed that you had to use the dumb dongles with the switch. Even worse that the pro controllers have no headphone jacks.
Sep 22, 2020 4:31 PM
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viper5030Sep 22, 2020 4:31 PM
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Keep in mind that aptX won't let you do 2-way audio -for that you need a dongle and headset that support FastStream
Sep 22, 2020 4:35 PM
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viper5030Sep 22, 2020 4:35 PM
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Quote from HappyThread5938 View quoted comment :
Can you talk through the headset though?
Sorry, I missed your question before adding my last comment. No, you'll need FastStream for that (see my previous comment).
Sep 22, 2020 4:51 PM
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HappyThread5938Sep 22, 2020 4:51 PM
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Quote from viper5030 View quoted comment :
Sorry, I missed your question before adding my last comment. No, you'll need FastStream for that (see my previous comment).
There is no edit to the original post what is fast stream?
Sep 22, 2020 4:58 PM
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cascadiaSep 22, 2020 4:58 PM
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Quote from renaldojones54 View quoted comment :
Wait for the Gulikit Bluetooth adapter to go back on sale if you have any concerns about a case. I use the Nintendo grips so I was concerned about something not fitting. The Gulikit has been outstanding and is low profile while plugging into the USB-C port.


https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-...B07Y1FJ483
What's a good price to pick these up? There's currently a 10% off coupon on amazon.
Another thread in SD has a discount code that doesnt work.
Sep 22, 2020 5:01 PM
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renaldojones54Sep 22, 2020 5:01 PM
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I think I paid about $17-18 for mine but it is worth the full price at about $10 more so that is up to you.
Sep 22, 2020 5:56 PM
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SunS5326Sep 22, 2020 5:56 PM
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Quote from chronicthinker View quoted comment :
Such a dumb oversight that it doesn't take Bluetooth
I would think it wasn't an oversight, but more because they probably need to dedicate the chip to just the controllers to make sure they function correctly without adding any variables to the system
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Sep 22, 2020 6:54 PM
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dbbcooperSep 22, 2020 6:54 PM
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these are for anything not just ninetendoo

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