Nintendo DSi Handheld Console (Light Blue)

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For Nintendo DSi, we have added a number of new functions. Also, we have listened to our customers and made some enhancements to existing DS functions. The Nintendo DSi holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers, representing a time of innovation and nostalgia. Whether it's the iconic dual screens, the unique touch controls, or the library of games, the DSi will forever be remembered as a beloved handheld console.

Adam Hartley (February 20, 2009). "What does the 'i' in iPod and DSi mean?". Techradar. Future plc. Archived from the original on April 22, 2012 . Retrieved September 18, 2013. Sarju Shah (April 3, 2009). "Nintendo DSi Hands-On". GameSpot. CBS Interactive. p.4. Archived from the original on April 13, 2010 . Retrieved September 25, 2009. Ben Parfitt (August 31, 2010). "Price cuts for DSi and DSi XL". Market for Home Computing and Video Games. Intent Media. Archived from the original on September 6, 2010 . Retrieved January 23, 2011. a b c Masato Kuwahara; Masaki Amano; Kazou Yoneyama; Takaki Fujino (November 30, 2009). "Nintendo DSi XL". Iwata Asks (Interview: Transcript). Interviewed by Satoru Iwata. Kyoto, Japan: Nintendo. p.1. Archived from the original on November 25, 2010 . Retrieved February 11, 2010.a b Masato Kuwahara; Masaki Amano; Kazou Yoneyama; Takaki Fujino (November 30, 2009). "Nintendo DSi XL". Iwata Asks (Interview: Transcript). Interviewed by Satoru Iwata. Kyoto, Japan: Nintendo. p.4. Archived from the original on September 7, 2011 . Retrieved February 11, 2010. a b c d e Craig Harris (July 6, 2009). "Nintendo DSi Interim Report". IGN. Fox Interactive Media. pp.1–2. Archived from the original on August 7, 2011 . Retrieved July 30, 2009. By now, we have established Nintendo DS Stations in approximately 1000 retail outlets in Japan. As the second step in establishing these Wi-Fi connection points, we will start a new service called Nintendo Zone. Owen Good (March 28, 2017). "PSA: Nintendo closing DSi Shop this week". Polygon. Vox Media. Archived from the original on March 31, 2017 . Retrieved May 26, 2019. iQue DSiWare" (in Chinese). iQue. Archived from the original on December 6, 2009 . Retrieved December 11, 2009.

Craig Harris (February 4, 2009). "Virtual Console on DSi?". IGN. Fox Interactive Media. Archived from the original on February 26, 2009 . Retrieved October 1, 2010. Nintendo targeted a wider demographic profile with the first Nintendo DS (2004) than it had with the Game Boy line. [11] [56] Comparing 2008 life-to-date DS and DS Lite sales to the best-selling game console, Sony's PlayStation 2, [57] showed potential in further expanding the Nintendo DS gaming population—particularly in Europe and the United States. To further promote the product line while expanding its gaming population, Nintendo created the DSi. [58] Iwata has said that families often share DS and DS Lite consoles, so to encourage each family member to buy an individual handheld, Nintendo added personalization features to the DSi. [58]

Anoop Gantayat (November 23, 2009). "DSi LL Launches in Japan". IGN. Fox Interactive Media. Archived from the original on November 27, 2009 . Retrieved February 12, 2010. An SD memory card can be inserted into DSi, and it can be used for both the camera and audio player functions. To make use of Nintendo DSi Sound, you will need to store sound data in the AAC format on an SD card. As for the Nintendo DSi Camera, if you have stored its pictures on an SD memory card, you can view them on Wii by using its Wii Photo Channel.

The DSi also comes with some fun music software built in; Nintendo DSi Sound allows you to record (with the built in mic) up 18 10-second sound bites, adjust the pitch of each clip and add up to four fun effects, such as one that makes you sound as though you're talking through and electric fan. You can then string all the clips together in one long song at the touch of a button. I can see lots of kids having fun with this feature and many parents trying to disable it. Like the camera, sound-editing isn't a particularly compelling reason to buy the DSi. Facebook integration with the Nintendo DSi Camera". Nintendo of America. Nintendo. Archived from the original on April 28, 2010 . Retrieved January 24, 2010. Development of a large DS Lite model in 2007 eventually led to the DSi XL. [17] Nintendo had designed a large DS Lite model with 3.8-inch (97mm) screens, compared to the standard 3-inch (76mm) screens; development of this new handheld advanced far enough that it could have begun mass production. However, Iwata placed the project on hold due to consumer demand for the DS Lite and Wii. He later pitched the idea of simultaneously releasing large and small versions of the DSi instead, but Nintendo's hardware team was incapable of developing two models concurrently. After finishing work on the DSi, Kuwahara started the DSi XL project and became project leader. [17] The DSi XL, a DSi model with 4.2-inch (110mm) screens, was announced on October 29, 2009. [18] Various names for it were considered, including "DSi Comfort", "DSi Executive", "DSi Premium", "DSi Living", and "DSi Deka" (Japanese for "large"). Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto insisted on "DSi Deka". [19] The handheld has an improved viewing angle over its predecessor, which allows onlookers to see the screen's contents more easily. [20] This feature was absent from the large DS Lite model due to cost issues at the time, which also limited LCD screen size. The cost of LCD screens is determined by how many pieces are cut from a single large glass sheet. To keep these costs within a certain threshold, Nintendo set a screen size limit of approximately 3.8 inches (97mm), [17] which was later increased to 4.2 inches (110mm). [8] Launch [ edit ] Victor Godinez (April 10, 2009). "Loaded but limited– Nintendo DSi features Web access, 2 cameras– and a few problems". The Dallas Morning News. A. H. Belo. p.2D.

Meet Nintendo's refresh of the hugely popular DS Lite, but with downloadable content

Nintendo and many of its third-party developers have proven that the existing Nintendo DS has what it takes to provide a unique, handheld gaming experience: by combining traditional D-pad and buttons with touch screen control and offering up a second display all in a portable form, Nintendo has created a unique platform that has the potential for game ideas that stray from the usual formula. By registering a product with a Club Nintendo card inside, you will earn Stars for your Club Nintendo account. Swap your Stars in our Nintendo Points Card Shop for extra Nintendo Points to spend in the Wii Shop Channel or Nintendo DSi Shop! Robert Purchese (July 14, 2010). "Nintendo reveals Wii, DS Q3 line-up". Eurogamer. Eurogamer Network. Archived from the original on October 5, 2013 . Retrieved October 10, 2013. Users can edit their images in real-time or after they’re taken. Choices include a distortion tool which allows users to use the Stylus to distort their image in a variety of quirky and fun ways. Turn any face into fans' favourite Mario with his famous moustache and hat, or frame the image beautifully in a style of your choosing. Everything you create can be saved into a personal photo album which in turn allows you to use your Nintendo DSi as a personal digital photo frame! Users can share their snapshots with friends and family wirelessly. Or by saving the content onto an SD memory card, users can upload to their personal computer or their Wii and share with friends and family using WiiConnect24!