When a Nintendo Switch System Update in 2021 announced support for Bluetooth audio devices, it was seen as an excellent upgrade for four-year-old gaming console users. It instantly connects headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other devices. However, many users face Nintendo Switch Bluetooth audio lag, delay, or sound cutting out.
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Methods to fix Nintendo Switch Bluetooth Audio Lag, Delay or Sound Cutting Out
The problem could be due to multiple reasons like interference by a third device, bad connection, a new update, or poor battery life. If you want a flawless experience with Nintendo Switch Bluetooth audio, the fixes suggested in this blog post could help.
1. Check your Bluetooth device’s battery
If you have been using your wireless Bluetooth audio device for quite some time, it is possible that the battery has worn out. You need to charge it correctly in such a situation. So, use a proper charger and ensure that your device is adequately charged. Any issues you face with the Nintendo Bluetooth function should disappear.
2. Maintain your headphones’ signal range
Despite all innovations, the signal strength of Bluetooth works only over a limited range. As soon as your device moves out of the signal range, you will face issues like sound cutting out, frequent disconnections, and lags. So, you can try moving closer to the source device and see if the Bluetooth audio starts playing correctly all over again.
3. Check for the interference of third devices
If another device searches for a Bluetooth connection, it could prevent your current device from connecting to the Bluetooth source. So, you could disconnect the other device from the Bluetooth connection. This would allow an uninterrupted connection with the primary device and resolve Nintendo Switch Bluetooth Audio Lag, Delay, or Sound Cutting Out problem.
4. Remove metallic obstructions
Metals defect, bounce off, and block Bluetooth radio waves from passing through it. Reinforced concrete, such as metal rods, could also block the transmission of Bluetooth radio waves. Therefore, a single wall in your house could block off Bluetooth waves and lead to stuttering.
So, you should avoid obstructions between the source device and your Bluetooth device. If the audio device carries a cover, it could also lead to disconnections. You may remove the cover to see if the Nintendo Switch Bluetooth audio lag, delay, or sound cutting out is fixed.
5. Avoid places with high Wi-Fi usage density
Modern technology offers different kinds of connectivity technologies, but WiFi and Bluetooth are the leading ones. Few people know that Bluetooth and WiFi networks operate in the same 2.4 GHz-2.5 GHz wavelengths. While the two technologies work differently, they share the same network.
Therefore, if you connect your Nintendo Switch to a Bluetooth device in an area with high WiFi usage density, the Bluetooth connection may lag, delay or face sound cutting issues.
6. Reset your Bluetooth device
You can reset your connection to iron out any lapses and flaws if there is a problem with frequent Bluetooth disconnections. Bluetooth can generally pair multiple devices. However, pairing issues may be causing problems with your Nintendo Bluetooth support. Resetting your device and then pairing it with Bluetooth could help you run it properly.
7. Check for updates
Changes in the device firmware can cause frequent disconnections, Bluetooth audio lags, delays, or sound cutting. Therefore, you must keep checking for updates on your device. This could help you resolve any issues you are facing in Bluetooth connection and also pre-empt any errors you could face due to pending updates.
Conclusion
Nintendo Bluetooth audio support does ensure a better gaming experience. However, if you are facing connection problems, our suggestions in this blog post could help you overcome them. We wish you happy gaming with these fixes.
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