What’s the latest buzz surrounding Nintendo’s innovative gaming device?

Nintendo has filed a submission with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over the weekend, but it’s not the highly anticipated Switch 2 console that was expected to be unveiled before next April. While the CLO-001 code doesn’t explicitly disclose its purpose, the “001” suffix suggests it might represent a novel product line, similar to the pioneering Swap (HAC-001) and DS (NTR-001) consoles that bore distinctive “001” designations.

This wireless device is specifically categorized as a wi-fi gadget, distinct from a wi-fi sports console or any type of controller such as the Pleasure-Con. The fundamental diagram within the documentation illustrates an overview of where the FCC label can be placed, situated at the bottom of an object with a rectangular footprint and rounded edges, allowing for easy visibility.

The documentation also indicates that no body-worn accent is involved in the testing, nor does it possess a battery and can only operate when plugged in – it was connected to the same USB-C charger shipped with Nintendo’s Switch consoles for testing purposes, revealing its ability to be powered via USB-C.

The CompTIA CLO-001 exam surprisingly minimizes the need for advanced Wi-Fi knowledge – omitting 5GHz and 6GHz Wi-Fi radios, as well as Bluetooth capabilities, but still utilizing a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi radio and a 24GHz mmWave sensor. 

What’s truly captivating is the cutting-edge technology of our 24GHz mmWave sensor. Here’s an improved version: The sensor may potentially function as a radar component, tracking motion with precision and detecting proximity to trigger automatic activation, similar to high-frequency sensors found in devices such as those using 60GHz technology.

The original-generation Switch’s Wi-Fi hardware was designed by Cypress Semiconductor, later acquired by Infineon Technologies, whose 24 GHz radar sensor technology is now being commercialized by the company. According to Infineon, 24 GHz radar can offer a detection range of up to 100 meters, albeit with reduced penetration capabilities behind obstacles, contingent upon the trade-off between larger size and lower resolution. Unfortunately, we are unable to identify which hardware components are present within this device; however, Infineon.

Given the limited data currently available, it’s anyone’s best bet. As rumors swirl around the upcoming Swap 2, let’s explore potential game-changing ideas that could revolutionize the industry. What cutting-edge innovations do you envision?