A professor at Northampton University has confirmed what many of us have known for some time – gadgets are addictive. Whether it’s your iPhone, Blackberry or Nintendo DS, some people are completely lost without their favourite device. (more…)
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Monday, September 12th, 2011Is It Game Over For The Nintendo 3DS?
Wednesday, August 17th, 2011
The Nintendo 3DS hasn’t been nearly as successful as hoped since its release. After an initial surge of interest, sales tapered off and have continued to fall. The company has now taken the drastic step of reducing the price of the device. In the states, the machine will command a RRP of just $170 – a huge drop from its initial release price of $250. In fact, the price cut has even prompted Nintendo chief, Satoru Iwata, to issue an apology to early purchasers. Never before has the game manufacturer had to discount a device so early after its release. (more…)
Nintendo 3DS Sales Tumble
Thursday, May 5th, 2011
When the Nintendo 3DS was first launched there was an understandable rush to buy the world’s first 3D handheld gaming console. Console fanatics simply had to have it. But now, it appears, just a couple of months on, sales have not been nearly as high as Nintendo hoped. (more…)
Nintendo 3DS – Most Pre-ordered Console Of All Time
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011Already, sales of the Nintendo 3DS have taken the business world by surprise. Despite recent health warnings that overuse by children under six could affect eyesight development, the device managed to sell 375,000 units in its first week alone in Japan. And, most of these sales took place within the first hour of the world’s first 3D handheld gaming console going on sale.
By the looks of pre-orders in the UK, the same is set to happen here this week. It is already the most pre-ordered console of all time on Amazon, far overtaking the PS3 back in 2007.
Sony’s Next Generation Portable gears up for battle with Nintendo’s 3DS
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
The scene is being set for the biggest gaming battle of them all as the two big bosses of handheld gaming consoles, Sony and Nintendo, get set to wrestle it out for market domination this year. Sony’s latest version of the PSP, currently codenamed the NGP (Next Generation Portable), is already straining at the leash, as the final touches are added in preparation for a showdown with Nintendo’s groundbreaking 3DS.
More of Us Are Using Portable Gadgets To Surf The Net
Monday, November 22nd, 2010
An increasing number of people are using their portable gadgets to surf the internet when out and about.
According to recent research from 3 Mobile, we’re rarely putting our bits of tech down – instead opting to access the internet at almost every opportunity!
The mobile telecoms provider surveyed 3,000 people and results showed that almost 75% of us use devices such as handheld games consoles, music players and tablets to access the web when in the comfort of our own lounge or bedroom.
Nintendo 3DS Launch Will Not Leave DS Neglected
Friday, November 12th, 2010
The much anticipated release of the Nintendo 3DS is gathering pace ahead of its launch in the UK – but the Japanese electronics giant has assured DS users that its commitment to its earlier products will not waver.
The DS has been a big worldwide hit, shifting millions of units since the original launched, with the DS Lite, the DSi and, recently, the DSi XL, following in its footsteps.
But Nintendo have said they have no plan to end the life cycle of the DS family ahead of the 3DS launch in February for Japan and March for the rest of the world next year.
Sesame Street Conquered Nintendo DS
Friday, October 29th, 2010
Sesame Street has hit the internet hard with its YouTube Channel and videos going viral in the past few weeks. With its thousands followers on Twitter and Facebook, it’s clear that Sesame Street is no longer perceived as an obsession for 5-years old. If it’s that your case as well, why not to show your love to Sesame Street with your brand new Nintendo DS? (more…)
Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger Covers Nintendo GoldenEye
Friday, October 15th, 2010
Nicole Scherzinger will be covering the GoldenEye theme song, originally made famous by Tina Turner, for the release of Nintendo Wii’s new game.
The iconic track will feature on the remake of the Nintendo ’64 shooter and will include the newest edition, Daniel Craig.
Nintendo Upgrades!
Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
Nintendo has announced that it is about to launch the updated version of Wii Remote called Wii Remote Plus on 5th November in the UK.
Needless to say, this announcement has surprised not only European gamers but also Japanese ones, as the release date for Japan is scheduled a week after. One reason why Nintendo has prioritized Europe this time could be an attempt at dominating this year’s Christmas game market and encourage people to buy it early.
