There are are similar features between DS Games and the Wii both developed by Nintendo. Anyone owning a DS or Wii system can preview DS games using the Wii's Nintendo Channel on the main menu. This channel will allow you to see previews of upcoming DS games, which have been produced and are soon to be marketed out to the public.
Nintendo DS
A unique aspect of the DS is its multimedia capabilities. SD cards are used for external storage of pictures, downloaded software and to play AAC Audio.
Nintendo DS Lite
Nintendo DS Lite: The Nintendo DS Lite manages to pack even more fun and excitement into a smaller, sleeker body that is about two thirds the size of the original Nintendo DS. Touch Screen Technology: Control the action or access menus using either your finger or the supplied DS stylus to touch or tap the screen. Headphone Jack: Use the stereo headphone jack for the ultimate extraordinary DS sound experience. This feature offers convenience and privacy. Dual Screens: Two ultra bright LCD screens give you twice the action, twice the color and twice the fun of other handheld consoles. LCD Screens: The technology used for the DS Lite delivers touch-screen capability that is clear and colorful.
PictoChat: Use your stylus with PictoChat to create drawings and text messages to send to other DS gamers. View the messages you have received in this chat room by scrolling through the messages list using the "L" and "R" buttons.
Note: Nintendo DS Lite wireless communication, including PictoChat, is not private and is not monitored by Nintendo. For your personal safety never reveal any personal information and be safe.
Nintendo DSi
Gamers will see that in order to use Nintendo DSi you will need a broadband Internet connection and a compatible router. You can locate sites that will allow you to get DSi points or download DSi software. The Nintendo Dsi comes with two digital cameras; one on the internal hinge pointed towards the user and the other in the outer shell. The DSi has five brightness settings with a battery life of 9-14 hours on the lowest setting. It has two ARM architecture CPUs (Central Processing Unit or the 'brains' of the computer) are embedded within the design. Nintendo is planning to release more enhance game cards that will operate on the DSi and previous console versions and will also include exclusive features for the DSi. The interfacing menu of the DSi console basically consists of icons representing the system's applications
Interesting Fact: Nintendo 73;DSi was developed in 2006 and was unveiled on October 2, 2008 in Tokyo during the Nintendo Conference.
Note: To find out which DS game system you have: Look at the serial number on the bottom, right next to the bar code. DS systems are identified by the first two letters.
NU = DS system
Nintendo DS Lite = UG
Nintendo DS = NU
Hope you found my article useful on the understanding the basics of the DS system. Now you can get psyched up and go out and play a new, ultimate DS game.
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