Game Buying Tips for Nintendo DS Games
There are is a likeness between DS Games and the Wii both were released by Nintendo. Owners of both DS and Wii games can preview DS games using the Wii's Nintendo Channel on the main menu. This channel will show viewers previews of upcoming DS games, which have been newly developed and are soon to be marketed out to the public.
Nintendo DS
A charming aspect of the DS is its multimedia capabilities. An SD card can be 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, attractive 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. Wireless LAN: Create a local wireless network of up to 16 players between 30 to 100 feet away. Plus - for some titles, this feature requires just ONE Nintendo DS Game Card. Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection: Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection lets you test your skills against players everywhere - from the other side of the room to the other side of the world. LCD Screens: The technology used for the DS Lite delivers touch-screen capability that is intense with color.
PictoChat: Use your stylus with PictoChat to create drawings and text messages to send to different DS players. 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 keep safety a priority.
Nintendo DSi
In many cases to use Nintendo DSi you will need a broadband Internet connection and a compatible router. You can find websites that will allow you to save DSi points or download DSi software. The DSi has a glossy surface that was made to prevent fingerprints from showing up, as opposed to the glossier finish the DS Lite has. 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 consoles main menu allows you to move around, play a different game or return back to the menu and all without shutting down the power.
Interesting Nintendo Fact Nintendo DSi was developed in 2006 and was unveiled on October 2, 2008 in Tokyo during the Nintendo Conference.
Helpful Tip: To find out which DS game system you have: Look at the serial number on the bottom, right next to the bar code. The first two letters will let you know which system you have.
Nintendo DS: begins with 'NU'
UG = DS Lite system
TW = DSi system
Hope you found my article of benefit to you on the understanding the basics of the DS system. Now you can get psyched up and go out and play a newly found favorite, challenging DS game.