Nintendo files patent for “portable device” with interchangeable buttons
Yesterday a patent appeared, submitted by Nintendo back in October, showing a portable device with interchangeable buttons.
The idea is simple. This device would allow players to interchange button configurations to allow whatever they want, like two D-pads.
I wouldn’t normally give a patent like this much weight. But, with the already rumors of Nintendo working on another device, some credit could be given to this. What do you think?
May 1, 2014
The idea might be simple, but it’s also genius. I would love to see this level of customization on the next handheld. It would also make worn out buttons a snap to replace.
May 1, 2014
Not to mention people that are left handed!
May 1, 2014
It’s coming to mobile first.
Swapping out ram, memory sticks, hd etc