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Microsoft turns to users for new wave of Xbox games: Microsoft turns to users for new wave of Xbox gamesI was once excited about this.......but never got around to trying it out. It doesn't seem like it has received much buzz or attention. It really strengthens my belief that MS will always have a hard time getting the hobbyist/independent to...; Tags: Game players, Games, Microsoft Xbox, Xbox Games, Microsoft Corp., developer, game; Discussion threads 2008-07-23
Nintendo's announcements from E3 2008: Nintendo showcases new hardware and software titles. A new add-on called Wii Motion Plus adds another level of precision to the Wii Remote for super accurate motions in the new beach-themed game, 'Wii Sports Resort.' The Wii gets voice-chat capability with the Wii Speak Mic in 'Animal Crossing: City Folk.'...; Tags: Nintendo Co. Ltd., Nintendo Wii, Corporate Governance, Tools & Techniques, Business Operations, Corporate Law, Management, News; Videos 2008-07-16
Wii Xploder Cheat Saves and Media Manager (zip): Download new cheats and manage existing data, convert your media for Wii playback and share saves with the Xploder community. Access cheatsaves for Super Smash Bros Brawl, Mario Kart, Super Mario Galaxy and other popular games. Unlock levels, gain level/power ups, access secret characters, new weapons, loads of money -...; Tags: Cheat, Nintendo Wii, Games, Personal Technology; Software downloads 2008-07-14
Wii-habbing your way back to health: Turns out video games can be good for your health. At San Francisco's St. Mary's Medical Center, a trauma rehabilitation doctor prescribes Nintendo Wii sessions as part of treatment. CNET's Kara Tsuboi takes a look at this "alternative" medicine and meets patients who seem to forget their pain thanks to...; Tags: Health Care, Games, Vertical Industries, Benefits, Healthcare, Personal Technology, Enterprise Software, Software, Human Resources, News, kara tsuboi, nintendo wii, st. mary's medical center, trauma, rehabilitation, medicine, dr. justin liu; Videos 2008-07-09
Could Apple kill the Nintendo DS? I doubt it: Brian Caulfield, writing for Forbes TechMeme coverage, believes that Apple could represent a threat to Nintendo's dominance in the gaming arena. I'm certain that no matter what Steve Jobs pulls out of his pocket at WWDC on Monday, Nintendo isn't going to be worried. Monday, however, Nintendo will likely face a...; Tags: Apple iPhone, Nintendo Co. Ltd., Apple Inc., Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, Games, Personal Technology, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes; Blog posts 2008-06-05

Do video games actually have a place in school?: Do video games actually have a place in school?Just a thought,I don't know how this relates to the Wii, but when I was in high school we had 6 PS2's and Dance Dance Revolution. So if you can use a video game in Phys. Ed., why not early development?RE:...; Tags: Games, game, Nintendo Wii, video game, video; Discussion threads 2008-06-02
Do video games actually have a place in school?: My soon-to-be first-grader just got a new game for the Nintendo Wii this weekend. He likes playing console games with his big brothers, but obviously Call of Duty isn't the best choice for a 5-year-old. However, the new game, Cosmic Family, is a slick game filled with puzzles...; Tags: Video Game, Video, Nintendo Wii, Games, Personal Technology, Christopher Dawson; Blog posts 2008-06-02
Nyko Kama Wireless Nunchuk (Wii): Even though the Nintendo Wii makes use of wireless technology, you still need a wire to attach the nunchuk accessory to the Wii remote for selected games that require it. While many gamers agree the cord length is ample, there are a few situations where you may feel constrained. ...; Tags: Games, Nintendo Wii, Kama Wireless Nunchuk, nunchuk, Nyko, Wii Remote, wireless; Product reviews 2008-05-09
Photos: Cracking open the Nintendo Wii Remote: TechRepublic explores the design and circuitry of Nintendo's Wii Remote. by CNET News.com; Tags: Nintendo Co. Ltd., Photograph, Nintendo Wii, CNET News.com, Corporate Governance, Semiconductors, Network Technology, Business Operations, Corporate Law, Hardware, Networking; Image galleries 2008-05-07
Nyko Perfect Shot (Wii): We've seen our fair share of Wii accessories by now--most of them meaningless plastic encasings providing no real advantage over just using the Wii remote by itself. But with the Perfect Shot from Nyko, we're finally seeing a practical application for use with most Wii shooter games. The snap-on housing...; Tags: Engineering, Nintendo Wii, Perfect Shot, Nyko, Wii Remote; Product reviews 2008-04-03
Nintendo eyes smash hit with 'Smash Bros.': Nintendo eyes smash hit with 'Smash Bros.'Old News, Plus...enough with the fighting games. This is ridiculous and out of hand! I had the PS3... 95% of the games are fighting type games or embedded in the game. I went out and finally acquired a Wii because I...; Tags: Games, Nintendo Co. Ltd., game, Nintendo Wii; Discussion threads 2008-03-14
Nintendo Wii outsells PS3 4-to-1 in Japan: Nintendo Wii outsells PS3 4-to-1 in JapanIrrelevant headlineThe Wii is a cheaper machine, aimed at a lower price, higher volume market. Of course is will outsell the PS3. It is great for Nintendo that they are selling an innovative product so well. But, the PS3 is aimed...; Tags: Games, Game players, Nintendo Co. Ltd., Nintendo Wii, Sony PlayStation 3, game; Discussion threads 2008-02-28
Oscars emcee Jon Stewart plays with his iPhone, Wii too!: Seems like Academy Awards emcee Jon Stewart managed to include iPhone and Wii-related compedy bits in last night's Oscar telecasts. Engadget has posted a grab from one of those moments. Doesn't tell us much about the iPhone except for the...; Tags: Apple iPhone, Engadget, Nintendo Wii, Jon Stewart, Russell Shaw; Blog posts 2008-02-25
'Wii Fit,' WiiWare due in U.S. in mid-May: 'Wii Fit,' WiiWare due in U.S. in mid-May'Wii Fit,' WiiWare due in U.S. in mid-MayI'm curious as to which demographic will purchase this. Its a great concept but is it going to the lonely housewife, the hardcore gamer, or overweight person who wants to get in shape?RE: 'Wii Fit,'...; Tags: Nintendo Wii, WiiWare, Wii Fit, mid-May; Discussion threads 2008-02-20
Nokia debuts Android phone, sort of: No, Nokia is not jumping on the Android bandwagon yet, but the new Nokia 6210 Navigator reviewed by ZDNet's Matthew Miller points the direction ahem for Android phones set to debut later this year. The centerpiece of this device is Nokia Maps 2.0 (think Google Maps meets...; Tags: Phone, Nokia Corp., Hardware, Nintendo Wii, Android, Android Software Development Kit, Telecom & Utilities, Ed Burnette; Blog posts 2008-02-18
Is Nintendo about to challenge Jenny Craig?: Guest post: Chris Matyszczyk investigates the power of Nintendo's Wii and virtual gaming to improve the health and well being of society. Depending on whose statistics you prefer to disbelieve, between 15 and 25 percent of American children are overweight. The causes seem evident...; Tags: Nintendo Co. Ltd., Fact, Nintendo Wii, Nathan, Games, Personal Technology, Chris Matyszczyk; Blog posts 2008-02-16
30.2 mln Wiis by year-end 2008: The global installed base for the Nintendo Wii will rise to 30.2 mln units in 2008, up from 18 mln in 2007. This will put the Wii ahead of the Xbox 360’s total of 25.7 mln units in 2008, iSuppli says. The installed base for the Nintendo Wii will grow...; Tags: Installed Base, Compound Annual Growth Rate, Nintendo Wii, Game Players, Investment, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Finance, AM; Blog posts 2008-02-16
Diversions: Guitar Hero coming to the Wii: Diversions: Guitar Hero coming to the WiiGuitar HeroThats great news I know some friends that are devoted to the game and would enjoy the new options.http://www.myguitarbuddies.com/; Tags: Games, Guitar Hero, Nintendo Wii; Discussion threads 2008-02-02
Turning any monitor in to a 3D VR display: Turning any monitor in to a 3D VR displayFreaky and Far OutntMost Cool thing I have seen in awhileGeorge this has to be one of the coolest things I have seen in years. It is exciting to think of the possibilities, an the 3d effect was amazing. I can imagine...; Tags: Games, Webcam, Nintendo Wii, Wii Remote, monitor; Discussion threads 2008-01-25
Wii outsells PS3 by over 3-to-1 in Japan: Wii outsells PS3 by over 3-to-1 in JapanThe Japanese are an intelligent people .Why oh why would they want to play a console (X-Box) that bursts into flames ?Japanese are losing out...By ignoring the XBOX 360, the people of Japan are losing out on the biggest game of all time,...; Tags: Games, Game players, Nintendo Wii, Sony PlayStation 3, game, Halo 3; Discussion threads 2008-01-07