Get ready for stability, as it's time for a new Nintendo Switch system software update. This software version, puts the Switch at v9.0.0, and brings in some new additions that aren't just the average stability, such as a search feature for the news channel, ability to set alarms which will come with supported software later down the line, along with a Joy-Con firmware update, an "invite to online play" function, being able to turn off system button input for the Switch Lite, and being able to edit the touch screen's sensitivity. This system version also fixes a problem with crashing that Fire Emblem: Three House's expansion pass had. The full patch notes are below.

Ver. 9.0.0 (Released September 9, 2019)
Added the following system functionality:

• Added a search feature for the News Channel.
  • Channels can be searched using filters or free text.
• Added “Display QR Code to Check In” to User Settings.
  • You can display a QR Code on-screen to check in using your Nintendo Account.
• Alarm Notifications have been added to System Settings > Notifications.
  • You can check or delete pre-set alarms.
  • Alarms can be set up only within supported software (to be added at a later time).
  • A controller firmware update may be required to use this feature.
• You can now configure touch screen sensitivity settings.
  • Select between Standard and Stylus sensitivity (optimized for stylus input).
• Added the option to turn on/off the system button input (Nintendo Switch Lite only).
  • When this setting is turned off the system no longer receives input from the console buttons, with the exception of the Capture and HOME Buttons, and can only be operated from a wirelessly paired controller (sold separately).
  • This setting is on by default and can only be turned off if a compatible controller (sold separately) is wirelessly paired to the console.
  • The setting will automatically turn back on when the console is restarted or after returning from sleep mode.
• Added “Online Play Invites” section to the User's page.
  • Invites from friends to join online play in supported software will be displayed in this section.
• General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
  • Resolved an issue where some users can’t start the Fire Emblem: Three Houses game, and get an error instead.

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[Sonic Angel Knight]

Does anyone know how the online invite actually works? Cause I don't.

 

[GerbilSoft]

>can't use Joycon input by default each boot on the Lite without toggling a setting each time with a separately-sold controller

oh. We're doing the shady, underhanded things again?

damn...

Read it again.

• Added the option to turn on/off the system button input (Nintendo Switch Lite only).
• When this setting is turned off the system no longer receives input from the console buttons, with the exception of the Capture and HOME Buttons, and can only be operated from a wirelessly paired controller (sold separately).
• This setting is on by default and can only be turned off if a compatible controller (sold separately) is wirelessly paired to the console.
• The setting will automatically turn back on when the console is restarted or after returning from sleep mode.

Leaving the system buttons on does *not* disable the ability to use Joy-Cons. I'm not sure how you'd get that from what's listed here.

 

[ombus]

I knew some update was coming before zelda

 

[MasterJ360]

Legit Switch: "Yay! Overwatch support"
Hacked Switch: "Oh... you dropped your keys"

 

[Taleweaver]

They released version 9.0.0 on 9.9.19

No way!

I mean...
(to be read with German accent)

Nein!

 

[Redhorse]

Wait, they actually put out an update with helpful changes. I guess they realize the chat feature on the phone and mostly playing with strangers prevents you from just calling someone up and saying join me.

 

[Captain_N]

how about sending a Message to one of your friends. Thats whats needed. pc games had that in the 1990s....

 

[DocKlokMan]

Anyone try updating sysNAND and see if emuNAND can still boot?

 

[osaka35]

one step at a time i suppose. preparing for the winter rush.

I never got one with my game.

EU only. didn't get one in the states, so i bought a fancy one meant for phones. works fine.

 

[Adran_Marit]

Anyone try updating sysNAND and see if emuNAND can still boot?

I'ld assume so but I currently dont have a working console to test

 

[godreborn]

I was hoping this update would get me unstuck in bloodstained. <tests> nope, still don't know where to go.

 

[loler55]

Thank you, I upgraded to 9.0 and atmosphere is working too!

dont play on a patch day! never update a running system


when the devs like from tesla energy products make a huge mistake in a update. you are screwed and you have to call them for a downgrade
better dont play on a patch day

 

[gizmomelb]

scireM stream is live for those interested.

 

[Silent_Gunner]

Stability stabilizes

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• Select between Standard and Stylus sensitivity (optimized for stylus input).

There is a stylus for the switch?

What's to say you couldn't use, say, the S Pen that comes with the Galaxy Note 10 with the Switch? It's actually something I'm gonna try right now that the idea crossed my mind!

 

[MetoMeto]

I remember the time when consoles never updated but worked great... At least no one bothered and nagged me to update everytime i connect to the internet, not to mention some consoles don't even ask, they just do so you need to wait.
Not just consoles, every new device.

As much as i i thought thats a good thing that much it gets annoying.

The amount of time we spend updating consoles and such, and medling with them can easily render updates as games to play with. not verry interesting but games. After update you say..oh man, that was fun one hour update, ill play it again tomorrow! xD

 

[goldensun87]

STABILITY INTENSIFIES

 

[CKkio23]

So i shouldn't update my sys nand? if i can cold boot? or is that risky? i do have a sx EMU NAND but im not sure if i should just yet?

 

[masagrator]

So i shouldn't update my sys nand? if i can cold boot? or is that risky? i do have a sx EMU NAND but im not sure if i should just yet?

If you have emunand and not patched Switch, you can upgrade sysnand if you want. Just don't upgrade emunand.

 

[Bladexdsl]

hack proof 4eva now

 

[xdarkx]

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

The only thing that matters in this update.