Put your stability jokes on hold, because it's time for a new Nintendo Switch firmware update, and it's one that offers some actual functionality, for once. Official firmware version 13.0.0 is here, and it brings with it support for Bluetooth audio devices, meaning you can now pair headphones, speakers, or earbuds with the Nintendo Switch system without the use of a third-party dongle. Of note, Nintendo specifies that Bluetooth microphones will not pair with the system, as they are not supported.

• Headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other audio devices that connect with Bluetooth can now be paired with Nintendo Switch family systems for audio output.
  • Bluetooth microphones are not supported.
  • Up to two compatible wireless controllers can be connected to the system while using Bluetooth audio.
  • Bluetooth audio cannot be used while local wireless communication is active.
  • For more information, see How to Pair and Manage Bluetooth Audio Devices.

There's more, as well. A new option allows users to update their Switch's dock, though it's a feature exclusive to the Nintendo Switch OLED dock, with its LAN port. Consoles connected to LAN can now also stay connected to the internet, even when in sleep mode. You can grab the update if you're interested in the new features, or stay on your current firmware and await the all-clear from your favorite CFW dev sources.

The new System Update (13.0.0) is (like 12.0.0 before it) particularly major under the hood, and Atmosphere will need more time than usual to add support for it.

I'll do my best as always, and thank you for your patience. https://t.co/A4d9fLEEQH

— Michael (@SciresM) September 15, 2021

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[linuxares]

+100000000000000000000

It's not that simple. A new bluetooth exploit must be found. Since the Joycons use bluetooth that angle is most likely already been looked at.

 

[toniisound]

It's not that simple. A new bluetooth exploit must be found. Since the Joycons use bluetooth that angle is most likely already been looked at.

found an exploit in the BT module on Linux recently
https://google.github.io/security-research/pocs/linux/bleedingtooth/writeup

And another on ipv6 modulo in FreeBSD
https://github.com/freebsd/freebsd-...461aaa2b8d5beb94b9c3b3846e3460b14e1154e709695

 

[linuxares]

found an exploit in the BT module on Linux recently
https://google.github.io/security-research/pocs/linux/bleedingtooth/writeup

And another on ipv6 modulo in FreeBSD
https://github.com/freebsd/freebsd-...461aaa2b8d5beb94b9c3b3846e3460b14e1154e709695

The ipv6 might be a better entrance to be fair Since we know the Switch use FreeBSD.
Not sure about the Linux exploit.

 

[The14thfly]

Too bad this might not do anything for the switch lite, not sure if that has bluetooth Because one of my third party controllers can’t connect to it and the box actually said it wouldn’t work on that.

it works on the switch lite.

 

[AmandaRose]

Can't for the life of me get my Bluetooth headphones to be found by the Switch. Its the only device I own that the headphones can't be found on for some bizarre reason.

 

[Ampersound]

Here's hoping that there is a vulnerability in the bluetooth stack.

 

[PacoDelArte]

Finally!

 

[xdarkmario]

FINALLY! Now I don't have to use a janky Bluetooth transmitter.

 

[ZachyCatGames]

+100000000000000000000

There's already been bluetooth bugs (as recently as 12.x iirc?), but they don't get you anywhere because the bluetooth sysmodule can't access much so you'd need additional bugs (none of which exist) to do anything interesting.

 

[Moon164]

I still dream of the day that Nintendo will add achievements system, voice chat direct from the console, themes and Nintendo 64 games

 

[Deleted member 397813]

wow. i am actually impressed by a switch update. good job Nintendo.

I mean hahahaha fuck Nintendo and their updates this should have been here since launch now themes when

 

[proconsule54]

found an exploit in the BT module on Linux recently
https://google.github.io/security-research/pocs/linux/bleedingtooth/writeup

And another on ipv6 modulo in FreeBSD
https://github.com/freebsd/freebsd-...461aaa2b8d5beb94b9c3b3846e3460b14e1154e709695

If an exploit will be found (i doubt) is most unlikely that can lead to a kernel level exploit.

 

[lordelan]

Do people actually want a web browser or is it just another thing to complain about? Surely you have a phone

If it's a fully functional browser, then f*cking yes, sure I want it. Alone for the fact that it makes the need of native apps for Netflix, Prime, Disney+ and (in my case especially) Plex obsolet.
I used my Switch and the "Goldleaf way" of accessing the browser to watch all freakin' MCU movies from Ironman 1 to Endgame via Google Drive on my Switch. Was really nice. Now that I've got everything on my NAS and have a Plex setup, it's a real shame the stupid browser on the Switch doesn't work with Plex. But as I said, a fully fledged browser would satisfy many needs.
I wouldn't read the news on my Nintendo Switch though.

 

[CTR640]

Wait, I can't connect my BT headphone to the old Switch if I wanted to for the past 4 years? If yes, wtf is that kind of logic bullshit?

 

[Deleted member 514389]

If it's a fully functional browser, then f*cking yes, sure I want it. Alone for the fact that it makes the need of native apps for Netflix, Prime, Disney+ and (in my case especially) Plex obsolet.
I used my Switch and the "Goldleaf way" of accessing the browser to watch all freakin' MCU movies from Ironman 1 to Endgame via Google Drive on my Switch. Was really nice. Now that I've got everything on my NAS and have a Plex setup, it's a real shame the stupid browser on the Switch doesn't work with Plex. But as I said, a fully fledged browser would satisfy many needs.
I wouldn't read the news on my Nintendo Switch though.

You can use switchbru on stock switches...

Soundcloudwidgets dont work tho

 

[TonyMax]

Good to see some forward progress on bluetooth

 

[HideoKojima]

Is this the real life?
Is this just fantasy?
Caught in a landside,
No escape from stability

 

[TonyMax]

Is this the real life?
Is this just fantasy?
Caught in a landside,
No escape from stability

At least there is some new feature implementation here. Only wish this came sooner.

 

[Deleted member 550701]

Wow what a good update. Now let's read all of the replies hating on Nintendo despite doing exactly what they asked for.

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Not really. Nintendo is charging for a online service that barely functions. Also, we’re paying for emulated games that have already been released? Oh, and don’t get me started on the “exclusive” items we can purchase every now and then that are overpriced. It’s ridiculous people actually support Nintendo with what they’ve been doing with the Switch. The launch was great, but recently it’s not been great. Look at New Horizons, $60 for a unfinished game? I thought the game was a Nintendo game, not a Ubisoft game… Nintendo is putting profit before EVERYTHING. Iirc, Sony and Microsoft aren’t even making profit on hardware. But then look at Nintendo, $70 for controllers that break after 6 months of use? Wtf… You there, calling someone complaining about stuff “cringe” is exactly what Nintendo like, ignorant fanboyism. All of their old fans are being swept under the carpet with the constant Wii U rereleases of games, most of us “Nintendo nerds” have already played those games, hell, you can play them with a Wii U for $40 less then the switch versions. Also, the eshop never having sales? No wonder why SXOS was so dominant with their piracy based approach towards hacking the switch, who the hell wants to spend $60 on a rereleased version of a cat mario game? At least with “remasters” things change but Nintendo is just selling the same product. Idk, ever since Iwata passed Nintendo has seemed to change what they call “Nintendo”. It used to be the brand that was different then the others, for the better and worse. But these days, they’re taking all of the worse and ignoring the better.

Tbf I might be wrong with some of this and if I am feel free to tell me, I just don’t like seeing people defend a company that hates its fans.

you sir are just proving his point by writing this essay

 

[Foxi4]

Adding support for Bluetooth audio output is great, but not supporting Bluetooth headsets (with a mic) doesn’t address the issue - you’re still hooked up to a docked console if you want to do voice chat, which is just bizarre. I don’t understand why this wasn’t supported from day 1, but at least it’s baby steps in the right direction.