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product_id: 538536006
title: "R4 2025 R4iNP SDHC Dual Core Update Adapter Memory Card for NDS DS DSI 2DS 3DS New 2DS New 3DS XL, No Timebomb"
brand: "hawktec"
price: "$48"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Hawk Tec"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/538536006-r4-2025-r4inp-sdhc-dual-core-update-adapter-memory-card
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Dual-core speed boost Universal Nintendo DS compatibility No timebomb expiry R4 2025 R4iNP SDHC Dual Core Update Adapter Memory Card for NDS DS DSI 2DS 3DS New 2DS New 3DS XL, No Timebomb

**Brand:** hawktec
**Price:** $48
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Unlock timeless gaming power with the R4 2025 Dual-Core Adapter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R4 2025 R4iNP SDHC Dual Core Update Adapter Memory Card for NDS DS DSI 2DS 3DS New 2DS New 3DS XL, No Timebomb by hawktec
- **How much does it cost?** $48 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/538536006-r4-2025-r4inp-sdhc-dual-core-update-adapter-memory-card)

## Best For

- hawktec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hawktec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lightweight & Compact:** Sleek design at just 9g, perfect for on-the-go gaming without bulk.
- • **DIY Kernel Installation:** Empower your setup with manual kernel installation via a secure U.S.-hosted link included in packaging.
- • **Lifetime Play, No Expiry:** Forget timebombs—this adapter stays fully functional well into 2025 and beyond.
- • **Cross-Generation Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Original DS, DS Lite, DSi, 2DS, 3DS, New 2DS, and New 3DS XL.
- • **Seamless Dual-Core Performance:** Experience lightning-fast loading with the advanced dual-core R4iNP kernel.

## Overview

The R4 2025 R4iNP SDHC Dual Core Update Adapter is a cutting-edge memory card adapter designed for Nintendo DS family consoles. Featuring a dual-core R4iNP kernel variant, it offers fast, reliable performance without the common timebomb expiration, ensuring uninterrupted gaming through 2025. Compatible across multiple Nintendo handheld models, it requires manual kernel installation via a U.S.-hosted link and supports your own micro SD card for flexible storage. Lightweight and compact, it’s the ultimate upgrade for serious gamers seeking longevity and speed.

## Description

NOTE: This does NOT come with a micro SD card. The kernel will need to be manually installed. The U.S. hosted kernel link will be located on the packaging, please follow the instructions in order to successfully load the kernel onto your own micro SD. This is the latest version (2025). Runs the R4iNP kernel, an Ace3DS+ variant. Compatible with the Original Nintendo DS, DS Lite, DSi, 2DS, and 3DS. If there are any questions about this cart, please ask! I'll be happy to help.

Review: It works very good and loads all my files on my DS Lite. The only thing stopping it from being 5 star is the usb adapter doesn’t plug in very good, but adapters don’t cost much and I didn’t really use it as I had a dongle.
Review: So Far so good. I loaded Twilight on it, as suggested by others. Works well so far. I will put in my calendar to review in a year from now, just to see if the "no timebomb" is true.

## Features

- NOTE: This does NOT come with a micro SD card. The kernel will need to be manually installed. The U.S. hosted kernel link will be located on the packaging, please follow the instructions in order to successfully load the kernel onto your own micro SD.
- Runs the R4iNP kernel, an Ace3DS+ variant.
- Compatible with the Original Nintendo DS, DS Lite, DSi, 2DS, and 3DS.
- Unlike many other R4s on the market, this one has no timebomb. This means that it will not expire on a certain date to get you to buy another.
- Latest version 2025

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0C8KXD15F |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,384 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #18 in Computer Memory Card Adapters |
| Item model number | R4HK2025 |
| Manufacturer | HawkTec |
| Package Dimensions | 14.5 x 10.11 x 2.49 cm; 9 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HawkTec
- **Colour:** White
- **Compatible devices:** Nintendo DS, DS Lite, 2DS, 3DS, 3DS XL, New 2DS, New 3DS
- **Connector type:** Proprietary
- **Specific uses for product:** Video Game Console

## Images

![R4 2025 R4iNP SDHC Dual Core Update Adapter Memory Card for NDS DS DSI 2DS 3DS New 2DS New 3DS XL, No Timebomb - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81X0Zga0iYL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is a SanDisk 32gb microsd card compatible?**
A: Yes, I believe 32gb is the max size for these and SanDisk is a good option

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***E on 31 May 2025*

It works very good and loads all my files on my DS Lite. The only thing stopping it from being 5 star is the usb adapter doesn’t plug in very good, but adapters don’t cost much and I didn’t really use it as I had a dongle.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***N on 5 November 2025*

So Far so good. I loaded Twilight on it, as suggested by others. Works well so far. I will put in my calendar to review in a year from now, just to see if the "no timebomb" is true.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***S on 18 January 2026*

After my partner and I each using it for a couple months, I can confidently say it works as intended, especially if you just stick to the reccomended kernels. I also love the USB adapter it came with, makes transferring files between SD cards so much easier than using an SD card adapter. The only other thing I have to suggest has nothing to do with the product itself, definitely user error. But someone else recommended using Twilightmenu+ in the reviews here, but I wouldn't suggest using it, personally. I tried it, cuz Ive used it with my modded DSi and 3DS before and it worked great, and I *sort of* got it working on the flashcart for awhile? But kept running into more and more issues and its just not worth it imo. Its great for a modded DSi/3DS, but for an R4 just use the Wood kernel. As soon as I switched over, all the issues I was having while using Twilightmenu+ stopped. Maybe it was just me? But no matter what I tried, nothing made it work right, and my partner's flashcart was having the same issues. But the instant I switched kernels, everything started working flawlessly. So, maybe its just user error and youd be able to make it work, but in my experience, just using the recommended Wood kernel was way less of a headache.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-05*