How do I update my Swapnote?

Complete these steps

1. Ensure your system is connected to the Internet.
2. Perform a system update to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
3. Download the Swapnote Update from the HOME Menu or Nintendo eShop.
4. Once the download is complete, the update will automatically be applied.

Is Swapnote discontinued?

Discontinuation of SpotPass functions On October 31, 2013, Nintendo abruptly suspended the Swapnote/Nintendo Letter Box SpotPass functionality presumably after an incident in Japan where minors were sharing Friend Codes with strangers who had exploited the messaging service to allegedly exchange pornographic imagery.

How do I get Swapnote on my 3DS?

Complete these steps

1. From the HOME Menu, select the Swapnote icon and tap Open.
2. Tap Write a Note.
3. Use the tools on the touch screen to create a note: The pencil icon will draw.
4. Tap Save to continue. You can send the Swapnote via StreetPass or tap Send Later to return to the application’s main menu.

How do I download updates on my 3DS?

Complete these steps

1. From the HOME Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon and tap Open.
2. On the upper left of the screen, tap Menu.
3. Scroll down and select Settings / Other.
4. Under the section titled History, select Updates.
5. You will see a list of the titles you have downloaded.
6. Tap Update.

Why did Swapnote shutdown?

In 2013, the online functionality of Swapnote shut down as a response to some people in Japan sharing inappropriate imagery with minors. The app’s functions were relegated to wireless only function, and the app hadn’t received any updates since then, until December of last year.

Is Swapnote free?

Nintendo has released Swapnote, a free app for the 3DS for sharing hand-drawn notes.

What is the latest 3DS update?

Version 11.15. 0-47 is available now, and according to Nintendo’s patch notes it brings little more than “improvements to system stability and usability”, a phrase Nintendo often uses during minor system updates.

How do I update my 3DS SD card?

Put your SD Card into the card reader on your PC (or connect it via an external device). Select and format the memory card with the FAT32 file format and create a partition with the cluster size set to 32KB. Set it to the primary partition and your card should be usable with any Nintendo 3DS.

Can you text on Nintendo DS?

The Nintendo DS handheld gaming system allows users to play games on the go either by themselves or via local and online multiplayer. The device also has a number of communication features that allow users to send text messages between DS systems and even send e-mails.

Is flipnote on 3DS?

After much wait, the sequel to the hit DSiWare animation software Flipnote Studio is now available on the Nintendo 3DS. Flipnote Studio 3D brings back the classic animation software that was on the Nintendo DS, but gives you the ability to make 3D animations.

Are they still making games for 3DS?

After a nine-year run and more than 75 million units sold, Nintendo has officially killed off the 3DS. “Nintendo and third-party games for the Nintendo 3DS family of system will continue to be available in Nintendo eShop, on Nintendo.com and at retail.