It was discovered shortly after public release that Joy-Con can connect to and be used with other Bluetooth-enabled personal computers and mobile devices. [8] Official Joy-Con support was also added to iPhones and iPads as part of the iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 updates respectively. [47] Reception [ edit ] Technical issues [ edit ]

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Joy-Con can be attached to the sides of the Switch console via rails, or detached and used wirelessly—either as a pair (comparable to a Wii Remote and Nunchuk), or divided between two different players. Up to 8 Joy-Con can connect to a single Switch console at a time. [4] [5] The Joy-Con can be optionally attached to a "Joy-Con Grip" accessory, with or without charging capabilities, that convert the controllers to a more traditional gamepad-like form factor. [6] [7] a b c "Nintendo's Joy-Con controllers are insane". CNET. CBS Interactive. Archived from the original on March 10, 2017 . Retrieved March 7, 2017. When detached from the console, both Joy-Con units operate autonomously of each other, and communicate with the console via Bluetooth. [8] Wrist strap attachments are provided, which are similarly installed by sliding them onto the controllers' rails. The strap attachments have a rounded shape and raised shoulder buttons to improve the ergonomics of the Joy-Con when used individually. [3] [9] [10] a b McWhertor, Michael (January 13, 2017). "Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller does some amazing things". Polygon. Archived from the original on January 14, 2017 . Retrieved January 13, 2017. Nintendo suggests Switch Joy-Con issues caused by interference (update)". Polygon. March 3, 2017. Archived from the original on March 7, 2017 . Retrieved March 7, 2017.