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Nintendo revealed the hardware specifications for their Nintendo Wii by adding a page in their Wii’s website. Even though some details are not properly given, it’s very informative. It has details about the size, controls, appearance, virtual console and many other features. Nintendo Wii in size is approximately equal to three DVD cases. This gives a great advantage for user as it can be added easily to the current entertainment setup. Wiimote brings leisure as one can place it anywhere according to his lifestyle. Its design makes it a natural addition and can be placed horizontally or vertically.

The Nintendo Wii contains 512MB of internal flash memory, two USB 2.0 ports and built in Wi-Fi capability. Also there is a slot for the SD memory card, enabling players to expand the internal memory. Single self-loading media bay plays single or double 12 centimeter optical discs for Wii. Also it has ability to play Nintendo GameCube discs. The CPU, code named “Broadway” is jointly developed and manufactured by IBM. It is made with a 90 nm SOI CMOS process. The Graphics Processing Unit is being developed with ATI.

The Wii remote (Wiimote) looks like a TV remote control. At a time, user can connect up to four Wiimotes using the wireless Bluetooth technology. The signals can be detected within a distance of 10 meters of the console. The Wiimote has a three axis motion sensor. It also includes a power switch along with pad, A, B, Minus, Home, 1 and 2 buttons.

Even if the power is turned off, the gaming console will be able to connect to the Internet. The WiiConnect24 service will provide the game updates and surprises. Nintendo Wii uses IEEE 802.11b/g or with a USB 2.0 LAN adaptor to enable wireless connection. Also Nintendo Wii facilitates wireless communication with the Nintendo DS. Users will have access to 20 year old titles originally released the previous Nintendo consoles.

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