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Reviews of the Nintendo Wii

  • 8.0

    CNET Review

    November 13, 2006

    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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  • 9.4

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | October 27, 2009

    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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  • 8.0

    electronicsme.com

    Review Summary: Enter the Nintendo Wii, where it's not buttons that make Mario jump...

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  • 4.0

    macworld.co.uk

    By Martin Delaney and Mark Hattersley | October 31, 2008

    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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  • 10

    pcauthority.com.au

    By Staff writers | August 29, 2008

    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 ...

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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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