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Nintendo Gaming / Re: 3DS Repair Question (Top Screen Scratch) - Data Concern

« on: June 22, 2012, 02:27:32 PM »

Losing data is still a risk, but don't think that requesting your fix gets "done right" is ungrateful.  The problems you listed don't sound reasonable to me, and I'd be quick to request a do over if the multiple spots of damage you mention leave you feeling at all bummed.

Just one opinion.  Obviously you'll have to make up your own mind.

Thanks, ejamer.  I appreciate the encouragement.  Nintendo was really nice about it, and that wobble is driving me nuts, so I am going to go ahead and send it to their HQ repair center in Washington.  I hope I keep the data through another repair process!  I'll let you know how it goes.

I also had my 3DS sent in for repair. They exchange my broken system for a new one and all the street pass data and data of what I had played was gone.

Does not bother me that much, rather have a functioning system. But I lost allot of street passes....

I'm sorry to hear you lost data!  That's a bummer.  Even when they swap to a new system, this shouldn't happen because the system transfer feature covers most things of importance.


Do you mind if I ask you: how recent was this? and which repair center handled it?


You're definitely right though: it's better to have a functioning system!

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: 3DS Repair Question (Top Screen Scratch) - Data Concern

« on: June 21, 2012, 11:07:00 AM »

For everyone's benefit (again thanks for the help!), I got my 3DS back and here is a conclusion (maybe?)...

@TheFleece, you may find this interesting.  Good luck to you!  Let me know how you make out!

I got my 3DS back. The repair facility I sent it to did a fine job getting rid of the line scratch problem. The top screen cover has been replaced and is scratch free. Also, they did preserve my data! However, there's a catch: new problems have now been added.


Problem 1) Scratches on touch screen. There are now more scratches on the touch screen than when I sent the 3DS in. One in particular is rather large and visible during play when the room is well lit (sunlight, etc.). Bummer. I had been careful of my touch screen.


Problem 2) Wobbly hinge. I've heard of people having this problem. I was lucky enough to not have the issue ... until now, that is. My hinge now wobbles.


Problem 3) Chip in plastic. This is very minor, but the top screen has a chip in it (not in viewing area, thankfully).

I called NOA about this. They were very nice about it and checked the repair notes. They said it was the same 3DS, but had the top screen cover replaced. I could believe this (even with the chip ... this could have been damaged when removing the original screen cover). Also the one and only scratch I had on my touch screen may still be there (hard to sort it out now that there are so many scratches). However, the serial number label on the back is all marked up as though it has been removed (despite having the same S/N).

Anyway, I'm glad the lines on the top screen are gone (mine had gotten really bad). I'm thankful that my data has been preserved. However, I am a little bummed about the other problems.

NOA offered to repair it again (nice company!). This time they said they'd do it at their headquarters in Washington (as opposed to the third party I had sent mine to). I'm conflicted about proceeding with the repair. I'm so glad my data has been saved and my 3D screen is nice now; but I am bummed about the other problems. I don't want to risk my data again, and I don't want to be ungrateful to Nintendo for resolving this.

Anyway, thanks for the help. I will be considering how to proceed, but I thought my tale could benefit people in the future struggling with the same dilemma I had.

Thanks!

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TalkBack / Re: Nintendo Weighing Multiple 3DS Zelda Options

« on: June 13, 2012, 07:19:37 PM »

Can we get an official/sticky poll on this?


If they want fan input, let's give them the NWR reader stats! 

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: 3DS Repair Question (Top Screen Scratch) - Data Concern

« on: June 06, 2012, 05:50:46 PM »

Sent mine in... October last year?  Something like that.  It didn't have much data worth mentioning to be saved, but I didn't see any changes and still had the same friend code afterwards.


One odd thing was that I ended up with a ton of free play coins added to my 3DS after the fix. Not sure why or how they got there, but it was enough to power through a run of Find Mii which was pretty cool.

Thanks!  Free coins is always a good thing.  Do you remember which center you sent yours too?  Does United Radio in East Syracuse, NY ring a bell?  That's where mine is headed.


I called Nintendo and e-mailed them.  In both responses, they said they weren't sure if the Mii Plaza data would be retained.  I'm glad yours was, ejamer!  ...for your sake AND it makes me feel better.

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TalkBack / Re: Nintendo Land Impressions

« on: June 06, 2012, 12:37:57 PM »

I am also curious about online capabilities in NintendoLand.  NWR Team, can you try to find out as much as you can about this?

Not playing with a living room or basement full of friends is a big bummer, and, in many cases, it makes having a separate screen(s) for the 'special' player(s) less necessary/fun.  Online asymmetric gameplay is possible without the Wii U Game Pad simply because everyone is playing on their own screen anyway.  However, I am finding less and less access to the favored room full of friends as I get older and more 'mature.'  Online play would still be a heck of a lot of fun, and it'd be nice to connect with all my old friends in NintendoLand.


Here's to hoping the Miiverse allows us to actually play with our Mii friends visiting NintendoLand...

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: 3DS Repair Question (Top Screen Scratch) - Data Concern

« on: June 06, 2012, 08:54:59 AM »

Thanks for all the helpful responses guys!  A few questions/responses...

No.

You won't.  I had to send my 3DS in for repair and they gave me a new system and I lost all my system specific data (activity log, Streetpasses, etc.)  I didn't lose my games and saves because they were on the SD card.  Things might have changed since then but I asked first.

Ceric, thanks for the information.  Out of curiosity, when did you do this?

I sent my 3DS in for repairs because the top screen stopped working. When it was returned, I had a new serial number but all data (including street pass stuff) was intact.  So maybe it's a YMMV situation?

ejamer, this is very much what I am hoping for.  When did you send yours in?  Maybe if it was later than Ceric, they have changed methods.  If not, then you're probably right about YMMV!

Don't have a definitive answer, but I would imagine that you have nothing to worry about. Send Nintendo an email expressing your concerns, you should have an answer within a couple of hours.

Thanks.  Good thinking: Nintendo support is very helpful.  I sent them an e-mail.  When I get a response, I'll post it here.

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Nintendo Gaming / 3DS Repair Question (Top Screen Scratch) - Data Concern

« on: June 05, 2012, 11:40:27 AM »

Hey gang,

I have a concern that I'm wondering if any fellow Nintendo fans and NWR readers can speak to.

The top screen of my 3DS is scratched by the bottom screen (I know from the good 'ol Internet that I am not alone in this). I just talked to Nintendo and they said they'll repair it under warranty. Great news.  However, I have a concern...

I know they will transfer data if they need to, but I'm concerned about my Street Pass data. I am not just concerned about my Find Mii progress and my puzzle pieces (although these are important to me since I have completed just about everything), but I am concerned about my plaza population

I have Street Passed with A LOT of people from a lot of locations. I got a ton at PAX East, and many more elsewhere. My question is: will I still have all these people in my plaza after repair even if they have to transfer my data to a new 3DS?  Has anyone had experience with this?

Thanks!

EJtheK

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Podcast Discussion / Re: Episode 291: Good Night, Sweet Prince

« on: May 14, 2012, 09:23:03 AM »

Greg, who will proudly represent Buffalo's great and steadfast Bills on the podcast now!?


You'll be missed...

[size=0pt]Farewell, God Speed, and Good Luck.[/size]

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Podcast Discussion / Re: Episode 288: Extra Tinglish

« on: April 24, 2012, 10:36:17 AM »

My Wii launch story involved camping outside a Target for way longer than I'm proud of. It was a lot of fun, though, as a few friends camped out with me. However, I either lost touch with them or they stopped being as into Nintendo games as me.

Haha.  You have to love the camp-outs at discount stores.  They're not a bad place to be if you need essentials.


At Wal-Mart they moved us inside to the garden section.  I'm both proud and not proud to say I have slept on a shelf at Wal-Mart using a bag of peat moss as a pillow.


Good fortune that some of your friends camped out with you.  My friends paid visits, but I spent the nights with random fellow fans I met playing multiplayer DS games.

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Podcast Discussion / Re: Episode 288: Extra Tinglish

« on: April 23, 2012, 02:42:33 PM »

Neal, hearing your Wii story made me smile. I think the Wii launch was when my friends and family knew I would definitely always be 5 years old in this piece of my life.  Like you, I was also in college at the time.  I actually camped out at the local Wal-Mart awaiting the first shipment of Wiis. ...yes, I did sleep and eat there...

Not wanting to miss a college football game, I even paid a friend to hold my place in line at my camp-out while I went to the game.

At first, I was 'the cool kid down the hall that managed to get a Wii.'  Later, as you said, excitement tapered off, and I became 'the goofy kid who lived at Wal-Mart over a weekend to get a video game console.'  However, the magic/excitement never died to me (and a select few friends).

Anyway, thanks for sharing your story as well.  I really enjoy hearing everyone's similar but different tales.  Good to meet you at PAX.  Keep up the good work at NWR.

Erik

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Podcast Discussion / Re: Episode 288: Extra Tinglish

« on: April 23, 2012, 10:10:17 AM »

Thanks for spending some time with my question, gentlemen!


Greg, I too basically cared about just the Bills and Nintendo when I was 6.  It was a major theme of my entire childhood.  They are two healthy things to love (yes, irrationally, I suppose).


Metts, thanks for the insights.  I'm glad to hear your excitement for Zelda juxtaposed with the lack-of your friends' gave you clarity.     That's what happened to me with Wind Waker.


Thanks again guys.  Great show.  Keep it up.

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TalkBack / Re: NWR Community Night - Kid Icarus: Uprising

« on: April 11, 2012, 07:34:48 PM »

That was a blast, guys!  Thanks for hosting this, NWR!


I played as 'Erik' last night but couldn't manage to get the IRC working on my phone (I was away from my computers at the time).  I enjoyed playing with you all and hope to get in on more Tuesdays where possible.  Perhaps, I'll change my in-game name to 'EJtheK' to match my name here and on the IRC for next time.


Nice to connect with fellow fans...

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TalkBack / Re: NWR Community Night - Kid Icarus: Uprising

« on: April 10, 2012, 09:00:15 AM »

Good call guys!  I must crush my sour grapes from early elimination at PAX East...

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TalkBack / Re: Rayman Origins Preview

« on: March 21, 2012, 12:18:07 PM »

Bummer on the multiplayer!  Thanks for the confirmation.

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TalkBack / Re: Rayman Origins Preview

« on: March 06, 2012, 03:58:56 PM »

Neal, do you know if it's definitely true that the 3DS version will NOT include multiplayer?  I was really hoping for this (especially with PAX East right around the corner)!