DSi Price Cuts & New DSi XL Colors

We know that the Nintendo 3DS is just around the corner and you might be asking yourself why bother purchasing a DSi. Well this is one reason. Nintendo recently announced price drops for the DS Lite, DSi and DSi XL in Japan. Nintendo UK is to follow suite on June 18 but only for the DSi. No word yet from Nintendo America if they are willing to give American DS owners the same break.

Also, new colors for the DSi XL will be released in Japan on June 19. Expect blue, yellow, and green DSi XLs to litter the streets of Tokyo soon.

V-Screen for the DSi XL Adds "Depth"

If you find your DSi XL not awesome enough, then try your hands on RealView Innovations' V-Screen. The peripheral attaches to your DSi and is supposed to make the screen look 3D. We're not sure if the V-Screen really works but a simple search online yields not so favorable results. One thing is for sure though, it will certainly add weight to the DSi XL.

DSi XL: Broken and Dissected

The folks over at iFixIt did another awesome post, this time around opening up the Nintendo DSi XL. All its bit and pieces were removed and cataloged, with accompanying notes. Also, there's instructions on how to do it yourself, that is, if you want to risk your DSi XL.

All in all, the DSi XL's interior looks pretty similar to a regular DSi, except of course for the larger screens.

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DSi XL North American Release

We all know it's coming but there's nothing like hearing the officials call it! The Nintedo DSi XL will be released in North America on March 28 (mark it on your calendars!) for around $190. That's just about $20 more than your average-sized DSi.

The colors available at launch will be Burgundy and Bronze but, knowing Nintendo, we're all sure there will be more choices soon. The DSi XL will come with DSiWare Brain Age, the DSi Browser, Photo Clock, and Flipnote Studio.

Here's the official Nintendo DSi XL trailer.

Apple iPad vs. DSi XL

If you haven't heard yet, the Apple iPad was released to the public this past week. The reception among techies and geeks were divided; some calling it the next best thing after the uhmm.. iPhone while some compare it to a slab of rock. But one thing that I'm interested to know is what games can I play on it and will it be better than my Nintendo DSi XL?

It has a touchscreen, yes, and its screen is way bigger than the DSi XL. I reckon it has a better resolution too. But what games will be available on it? I for one can't wait to find out!

Oh Noes! DSi LL/XL Dissected

In case you haven't heard yet, Nintendo did it again and created another monster hit with the DSi LL (or DSi XL if you're from the West). Enterbrain reports that the new DSi sold 103,524 units in its first two days. For comparison's sake, the PSP Go's sold 28,000 on its launch day in Japan.

Anyhoo, for reason unknown to man, the guys over at PC Watch decided to purchase one poor DSi LL and tear it apart... for science! Or for our entertainment. I'm no expert at how things work but the DSi LL/XL sure does look pretty even on the inside!

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Nintendo Announces DSi LL / DSi XL

 
Just a couple of days after rumors of a new and bigger DSi hit the web, Nintendo finally confirmed and announced the successor of the barely year-old Nintendo DSi. Dubbed as Nintendo DSi LL in Japan and Nintendo DSi XL in Europe and America, it will sport much bigger screens and more battery life among others.

The DSi LL / XL will be released in Japan on Nov 21 and will be expected on America and Europe in Q1 2010. Basically its features are the same as the current DSi but will feature a much larger body and screen as mentioned earlier.

Where the DSi's screens are 3.25 inches across, the new DSi LL / XL are 4.2 inches. There are no announcements as of yet whether the screen resolution will be improved.

Three DSi LL / XL colors will be available upon launch: Wine Red, Natural White, and Dark Brown. Based on Nintendo's track record, expect a lot more color variations to be available in the near future.

The battery life of the DSi LL / XL is supposed to be improved as well. Compared to Nintendo DSi's 9-14 hours on the lowest bright setting, the LL / XL can last upto 13-17 hours. The power adapter of the old DSi will fit the LL / XL.

As for the games, the Nintendo DSi LL/ XL can play old DS cartridges and DSi exclusive games. Also one can download and play DSiWare as well. Sadly, GBA cartridges are still shunned by this new DSi.