Reviews of the Nintendo Wii
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CNET Review
The Good: Revolutionary controller design offers unique motion-sensitive gameplay options; built-in Wi-Fi delivers free online services and gameplay; Virtual Console has major nostalgia appeal; compatible with all GameCube games and controllers; built-in SD slot for storage and photo viewing; includes Wii Sports game; most affordable home game console.
The Bad: Controller eats batteries and takes some time to get used to; online gaming and community features hobbled by horrible "friends code" system; nunchuk controller sold separately; lacks the advanced HD graphics and surround sound found on the Xbox 360 and the PS3; requires a wired receiver unit placed near the TV to interface with wireless controllers; can't play CDs or DVDs.
The Bottom Line: It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 46639 other Game Consoles reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 94/100 = Excellent.
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electronicsme.com
Review Summary: Enter the Nintendo Wii, where it's not buttons that make Mario jump...
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: The Apple TV seems the obvious choice when it comes to streaming iTunes to your telly, but games consoles provide an alternative. We put the main contenders through their paces.
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pcauthority.com.au
Review Summary: Wii can access the internet over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and has a constant connection so you'll occasionally find a surprise game downloaded. Talking of which, the finest part of the online experience is the ability to download old Sega classics, such as ...
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Part number: 45496880019
General
- Name Nintendo Wii
- Type Game console
- Height 1.75 in
- Weight 3.84 lbs
Game Console
- Color Support Color
- Media Type Nintendo Wii disc, Nintendo GAMECUBE disc
Processor
- Type IBM PowerPC
- Instruction Set RISC
Memory / Storage
- RAM Installed ( Max ) 512 MB
Memory Card
- Type Flash
- Storage Capacity 512 MB
Video
- Video Output ATI Hollywood
Communications
- Connectivity Features IEEE 802.11
Input Device
- Type Joystick, Remote control
- Connectivity Technology Wired, Wireless
- Features Motion sensor, Rumble feedback, Built-in speaker
Connections
- Connector Type ( 4 pin USB Type A ), 4 x Game controller, Component video output, Composite video output, S-Video output
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 Nintendo GameCube Memory Card, 1 SD Memory Card
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Wireless controller
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User Opinions
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