Thank you so much! So would you recommend staying where i am, or going for the update?
So, this is where it depends on personal preference. While both a jig + cable vs. web-based exploit will accomplish the same things, both are executed differently and have different risks. For example, according to this thread, jigs may be a bad idea:
https://gbatemp.net/threads/psa-why-the-jigs-are-a-bad-idea.505411/
Also, the web-based exploit (which I'll use its proper name, Deja Vu, from here on) requires a connection to the Internet which is harder to do when you're outside. If you are going to be using a jig, you can boot up hacks via a PC, Mac, Android device (may need an OTG adapter depending on phone), and iOS device. You will just need to have that device ready at all times as well as the USB cable and jig. Also, forgot to mention that jigs vary in production quality so they may not be guaranteed to boot the console into RCM.
Weigh all of these pros and cons against each other to see what works best for you. Me, personally, I have both a 4.1 and 3.0 Switch. I do not plan on updating either of them. I prefer to hack using free methods or using common household items, not buying specifically designed hardware such as jigs or TX's modchip. There is also the chance that the software-based exploit for 3.0 will be released before the one for 4.1 as it is most likely been patched.
However all of that is useless if you follow this tutorial:
https://gbatemp.net/threads/how-to-...nofficially-without-burning-any-fuses.507461/
With this, you can update to 5.1 without burning fuses (which is what prevents downgrades) after you have dumped your 4.1 NAND by restoring the 4.1 NAND dump at any time.
If I were to follow this guide
https://gbatemp.net/threads/video-how-to-launch-roms-with-hekate.507634/
Would it prevent me from utilising SX Pro or atmosphere when they eventually release?
I’m currently on firmware 3.0.1 and from what I’ve read in all the forum, firmware version shouldn’t matter anymore. The early firmware just don’t need RCM.
Have I understood this correctly?
Both SX Pro and Atmosphere work on all firmwares for current Switch revisions. To launch backups using the video you linked, you will need to be on 5.1. The only reason to stay on 3.0.1 is if you do not wish to use a jig and USB cable to use hacks in the future. It will be via a webpage-based exploit named Deja Vu and it has not been released yet because it may work on 5.X. If it doesn't work, it will most likely be released. If it does work, they may not release it until it no longer works.