Graeme Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 Looks like the often rumoured redesign of the DS is coming out in Japan next month. DSi is 12% smaller but with a bigger screen (looks almost exactly like a Lite though), 3MP Camera, SD Card slot, internal memory for saving games, built in web browser and photo editing software, and does remove the GBA slot. The internal memory will be used for storing downloadable games for "DS Ware" and a likely virtual console. The Wii Points cards will be renamed Nintendo Points to reflect the usage for both systems. Release in Japan is Nov 1st and will retail for ~$180 and comes with 1000 Nintendo Points for a limited time. http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170305 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan FB Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 (edited) More pics, and a nice interactive DS/DSi size comparison on Nintendo Japan's Site (just click along the bars on the bottom). It may be nerdy, but I really hope it has WPA2 support (there's no way in hell they aren't adding that, right?). Also wondering what the full camera specs are, since there's two exterior lenses. One article specifies the back-of-lid camera has 3MP resolution, so that makes me think the hinge is a completely different lower-quality webcam system. Edit: Bets on them announcing during the American press conference tomorrow a US date before Dec. 25th? Nintendo really does know how to print money. Edited October 2, 2008 by Ryan FB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry the Clown Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 It's rather cute. I never did replace my original chunky DS with a Lite so might be tempted by one of these. I'm not too concerned about the loss of the GBA slot as I'd actually really like to find a Gameboy Micro (although they seem difficult to find these days). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 If there's no GBA slot, that breaks Guitar Hero DS, right? As for release date, I doubt Ninty will release it over here so soon unless it's in limited quantities.. March? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave C Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 Unless there is some sort of after market GBA adapter, no sale here. My daughter still loves to play many of her old GBA games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted October 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 Reggie at the US Press Conference say it won't be in NA until "Well into 2009" System will also play ACC audio files from the SD card and has 2 cameras, one on front and one on back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan FB Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 Well in that case, I've sent an email to NCSX asking to be put on the preorder contact list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted October 2, 2008 Report Share Posted October 2, 2008 My DS Lite is already right on the edge of being too small for me to comfortably hold, so I think I'll be passing on the DSi... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camp Posted October 3, 2008 Report Share Posted October 3, 2008 What a dull update. Initially it looks like a Japanese-only SKU. Doesn't seem like a large enough change to fly over here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orpheus Posted October 3, 2008 Report Share Posted October 3, 2008 It's rather cute. I never did replace my original chunky DS with a Lite so might be tempted by one of these. I'm not too concerned about the loss of the GBA slot as I'd actually really like to find a Gameboy Micro (although they seem difficult to find these days). I see plenty of used Micros around here. Could look into it if you'ld like. I'm still sporting the original DS and have been contemplating finally upgrading to a Lite. Upgrade now or wait for a DSi. Decisions.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magness Posted October 3, 2008 Report Share Posted October 3, 2008 I think its an interesting revision of the DS hardware... Curious to get my hands on one and try it out. I like the Lite but we've kept our original DS Phat all this time as its easier on the hands for me (as mentioned). Dual cameras means video chat or integration with some games so thats a surprising add-on for Nintendo IMO - Guess we'll have to wait and see how it will be used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan FB Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 It may be nerdy, but I really hope it has WPA2 support (there's no way in hell they aren't adding that, right?). Answering my own question, it will support WEP, WPA/WPA2 (TKIP/AES), and the magic protocols like Buffalo's AOSS and WiFi Alliance WPS. It can save six connection profiles instead of three. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzzelsCousinFred Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 The screen isn't getting a resolution update I've heard it's a 0.3 MP camera rather than 3 MP - dunno whether to believe that Losing the GBA slot is a blow but meh at least I already have one with the slot. I might get the update for the new features but it's a little iffy (I dont have unlimited cash and this doesn't sound good enough except for the online store feature) Revision, if the camera is actually a webcam, then it might be actually kind of a nifty utility device for netting on the go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnemaEms Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 I thought the "closed" camera is 3.0 MP and the camera "opened" is .3 MP. I will get one next year for sure. The Online store is enough for me. A pre-order will be a must I am betting. -Dean- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzzelsCousinFred Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 I dunno hearing different things from different people about the cam. Some sy they can't find any reference to the 3 MP cam, only to a 0.3 mp cam The 0.3 open, 3 MP closed sounds semi reasonable But there's the problem of how the heck do you line up a shot with a closed DS and no screens to see what you're snapping? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan FB Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Just got this from NCSX: Suppliers in Japan have posted their prices for the first batch of NDSi which is scheduled to arrive on Friday or Monday of next week. The average listing price is JPY26,500 which means our cost is US$277.64 per unit as of this morning's exchange rate of US$1 to ?95.43. If we import them for customers, our retail price will be US$292.50 for the white version and $295.50 for the black NDSi. We're leery of paying such high prices since better deals will be forthcoming in the next 2-3 weeks as additional supplies make it to market. We'll contact customers today with news on the pricing. Please note the following caveats: 1) It is unlikely that we'll receive enough NDSi units this week to fill all orders. As such, it may take up to 3 weeks to fill your order. 2) If the price drops in the marketplace before we fill your order, we will adjust the pricing for you automatically. 3) NCS expects mostlywhite NDSi units this week due to potential short supplies of the black NDSi from our vendors. Due to the current level of pricing, NCS recommends that customers wait 2-3 weeks for prices to drop to more reasonable levels. There's a good likelihood that prices will drop $50-$60 when the second batch makes it to market in mid-late November. One factor that might prevent this drop would be the continued erosion of the US dollar against the Japanese yen. I'd pay $180-200, but $300? Uh, no. Looks like I'll be waiting a bit longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzzelsCousinFred Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 300 for a DS seems steep considering what you get with a PSP for a lower price >.> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 300 for a DS seems steep considering what you get with a PSP for a lower price >.> That's an importer's price - people buying that are paying a premium for getting it so soon. Even NCSX are suggesting people wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 US site launched. Release date is now officially April 5th 2009. IGN's got a hands-on article about the US DSi. The system will launch in this territory on April 5th for $169.99, 40 dollars more than the current generation Nintendo DS Lite. Though all the photos that Nintendo has sent out are of the black model, the company will release the DSi in both black as well as blue on launch day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyN Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Dean already has a dozen reserved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Heh. I'm tempted to get a black one myself; I have a $100 "reward" from work that has to go towards a console with the caveat of I have to buy it from a physical store, not online. That would make the price palatable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lutter Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 My girlfriend is constantly stealing my DS... so I'll probably pick one of these up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan FB Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 I never got around to importing one, but I've gone ahead and preordered the black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lutter Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 It's on Amazon for preorder... so I locked one in. That blue isn't exactly blue, more turquoise/aquamarine than anything. Love the color but I can imagine the looks I'd get with that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFo Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 That blue isn't exactly blue, more turquoise/aquamarine than anything. Love the color but I can imagine the looks I'd get with that one. Heh, I have a purple GameCube. I ain't afraid of nothing (except large dogs). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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