I gave my Switch 2 a major upgrade for $55 less than buying another official dock — and it fits in my pocket
The author upgraded their Nintendo Switch 2 experience by using a third-party dock, the Genki Covert Dock 3, which is more compact and affordable than the official dock. This new dock offers improved power and convenience for gaming on multiple displays. The author highlights the benefits of portability and functionality that the Genki dock provides over the official option.
- ▪The Genki Covert Dock 3 is cheaper than the official Switch 2 dock, which costs $125.
- ▪The Covert Dock 3 features a 65W power output and a compact design that resembles a standard power adapter.
- ▪Using the Covert Dock 3 allows for easier transport of the Switch 2 without needing to carry a separate power brick.
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| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 10:30:00 +0000 |
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Gaming Gaming Peripherals I gave my Switch 2 a major upgrade for $55 less than buying another official dock — and it fits in my pocket Opinion By Anthony Spadafora published 21 May 2026 Playing my Switch 2 on another TV has never been easier When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter One of my favorite things about the original Nintendo Switch was easily being able to bring it from room to room to play on another TV.
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