The Nintendo Switch 2, the latest version of Nintendo's hybrid console, brings several new features to enhance the user experience. One of the most notable additions is the new Button C, which allows players to quickly access the GameChat feature for voice or video communication with friends during gameplay. If this feature is not needed, the button can be disabled to avoid accidental activation when using the Joy-Con 2 separately. Users can adjust this setting in the Console Settings > Accessibility > Button Configuration menu, or through the quick settings by holding down the Home button. The Joy-Con 2 also introduces a mouse mode, which activates when the controller is placed on its side on a flat surface. This mode works in compatible games and menus, allowing for precise cursor control. Users can adjust the sensitivity of the cursor through the Controller and Accessories > Cursor Speed menu, with options for Slow, Default, and Fast settings. Those who don't need this feature can disable it through the same menu. To help preserve battery life, the Switch 2 allows users to stop charging at 90%, similar to some smartphones. This can be enabled in Console Settings > Console. This setting is particularly recommended for users who primarily use the console in its dock, as it reduces battery degradation, though it limits the charge to about 90% of the battery's full capacity. The console's battery life is estimated to be between 2 and 6.5 hours, depending on the game being played. The Switch 2 can be connected to a television via the included dock, supporting 4K resolution (up to 60 frames per second), HDR, and up to 120 frames per second in 1080p and 1440p. These settings should activate automatically when connected, but users are advised to check and enable options such as Automatic Low Latency Mode (ALLM) in the Display settings. Since the update 23.0.0 on September 10, 2026, the Switch 2 also supports VRR (variable refresh rate) on compatible televisions. This feature can be enabled by updating the dock through Console Settings > Console. A new feature in the Sound menu is 3D Audio, which simulates spatialized sound in compatible games when using a headset, headphones, or the console's speakers. This feature can be activated independently for external headphones or the console's speakers, although Nintendo currently does not provide more detailed settings for this spatialization.