Hardware Top half of 3DS issue?

[KungChicken]

Hey guys, I usually just lurk around and read things on GBATemp but I have something that may be an issue I would like to get advice on.

I got my 3DS yesterday, like most of us, and I noticed that when you open it up so that the top half snaps (Signaling that it is clicked in place), it is a tiny bit wobbly. Is the top half supposed to wobble a little bit or is it supposed to be 100% firm in place?

Any insight is helpful, thanks.

EDIT: Sorry, this has already been answered. This topic can be deleted.

 

[DigitalDeviant]

I'm having the same issue, the hinge is a bit wobbly, it moves with the slightest pressure. Any one else encounter this? Is it a manufacturer's error?

 

[RNorthex]

same for me
my dsi was "wobbly"[just guessing what it means] a bit, but the 3ds does that much more
can be a bit problem if a game requires you to shake it, to activate the motion sensors....

 

[Shadowhunta]

I had this same issue with my DSL and now my 3DS, BUT so does my friend and all the people who bought one as well as us on launch night, i believe its just how the hinge is.

 

[DigitalDeviant]

I had this same issue with my DSL and now my 3DS, BUT so does my friend and all the people who bought one as well as us on launch night, i believe its just how the hinge is.

really even the eu 3ds's hmmm, I did a google search and it seems that some people have completely sturdy hinges. Mind you this is not confirmed, I was just wondering if any one has a completely sturdy screen and if not then is this "normal".

regardless it's kind of annoying, please respond those who have a 3DS.

 

[Omninox]

really even the eu 3ds's hmmm, I did a google search and it seems that some people have completely sturdy hinges. Mind you this is not confirmed, I was just wondering if any one has a completely sturdy screen and if not then is this "normal".

regardless it's kind of annoying, please respond those who have a 3DS.

Same problem with mine :/

i think it IS normal, just abit annoying though.

 

[DigitalDeviant]

really even the eu 3ds's hmmm, I did a google search and it seems that some people have completely sturdy hinges. Mind you this is not confirmed, I was just wondering if any one has a completely sturdy screen and if not then is this "normal".

regardless it's kind of annoying, please respond those who have a 3DS.

Same problem with mine :/

i think it IS normal, just abit annoying though.

The wobble isn't "serious" but it is annoying, any one else care to share their experience?

I would like to make a poll, but that may not be very accurate.

 

[yuka001]

Same here, it's a minor nuisance but I can't help to feel it and it's a little irritating...

 

[jurai]

I have two 3DS, one of them is significantly more wobbly than the other when opened

 

[DigitalDeviant]

I have two 3DS, one of them is significantly more wobbly than the other when opened

so in your case both DO wobble, they are not sturdy.

I ask now, how many people are going to exchange their systems for another one?

 

[jurai]

er let me rephrase that, one barely moves, the other one significantly wobbles

 

[bdr9]

Is there anyone reading this whose 3DS hinge does not wobble?

 

[_Chaz_]

Nintendo had how long to develop this?
One would assume they'd have enough time to work out these kinks.

Oh well, 3DS lite anyone?

 

[BladeKnight]

Mine does not wobble >.> guess I'm lucky lol

 

[Randamin]

Its not the first time a manufacturing problem has occur with Nintendo

I remember hearing about how in some batches of ds lites the screws
near the hinge were overtightened leaving to eventual cracking of
the area.

 

[DigitalDeviant]

guys lets reroute the conversation to the 3DS wobble poll,

If you have a 3DS take the poll and COMMENT

3DS wobble Poll

 

[Shadowhunta]

Nintendo had how long to develop this?
One would assume they'd have enough time to work out these kinks.

Oh well, 3DS lite anyone?

^^this is the EXACT reason i bought an extended warranty that covers accidental damage for £23 for 2 years, if nintendo release the next Iteration of the 3DS within 2 years (as they have in the past!) then i will throw this down the stairs, get the money i paid and put it to the new one, quids in!

Sorry, back on topic..as i mentioned earlier this is something i am used to since my DSlite, in fact the only DS i have ever seen that did'nt have this issue is the DSphat

 

[Keva]

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bWbkut8QeQ[/youtube]

 

[Pippin666]

It IS normal. A more precise design could lead to broken hinged even after a short usage. A lot of kids will have 3DS's, so more subject to multiple open-close lid per day.

The DSL had a more precise design, and led to broken hinged.

It seem that a lot of ppl are paranoying lol.

Pip'

 

[DigitalDeviant]

It IS normal. A more precise design could lead to broken hinged even after a short usage. A lot of kids will have 3DS's, so more subject to multiple open-close lid per day.

The DSL had a more precise design, and led to broken hinged.

Pip'

hi pip, didn't you post in the poll thread that yours is sturdy though?