Computer Science Canada Different DS versions |
| Author: | USEC_OFFICER [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 11:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Different DS versions |
It case you haven't heard, Nitendo (Can't spell) is coming out with the DSi XL, with 33% bigger screens. All I can think of is 'Didn't the DSi come out last year?' In fact the DSi came out 362 days ago today. Plus the DS 3d is in the works. Are all these different DS versions a good thing? They are after all, back compatable. Is releasing a new version of the DS every year a good idea or a money grab? |
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| Author: | SNIPERDUDE [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 2:01 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
Abobe does it. But then, how many people illegally download software? I think they should just focus all their mini projects and merge them for a bigger release (and spaced out a little better). But at the same time, considering they are handheld consoles it's not as big of a problem as if it were a full system. |
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| Author: | Euphoracle [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 2:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
People will buy w/e nintendo makes. They *could* wait, culminate all their features, and release a really good product, but since they can release mini updates every 4 months or so and people will buy them, they do. |
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| Author: | SNIPERDUDE [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 2:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
Ah, the business world. |
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| Author: | ProgrammingFun [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 4:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
Just interested...whats with all the ponies and unicorns? 
And I believe that they are just trying to copy Sony (a new PSP comes out each year) and are trying to overtake the PSP in the handheld/portable gaming sector by generating public interest in basically the same way as Sony (they had the original PSP, Slim and Lite, Brite and Lite, and PSP GO). |
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| Author: | USEC_OFFICER [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 4:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
I didn't think of that. Also the unicorns are for april fools. (And there is a filter for unicorn.) |
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| Author: | Dan [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 5:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Different DS versions |
ProgrammingFun @ 1st April 2010, 4:19 pm wrote: and are trying to overtake the PSP in the handheld/portable gaming sector .
You do realise that they have been in the lead in hand held gamming since 1989. In fact Nintendo has more to worry about from Apple and there iPhone then the PSP: http://www.slashgear.com/iphone-os-grabs-us-game-market-share-from-psp-ds-2478947/ |
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| Author: | USEC_OFFICER [ Thu Apr 01, 2010 8:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
The only problem with the Iphone for gaming is the lack of buttons, computing capablities and dual screens. However you can get more apps and whatnot for the Iphone. I can see why it's beating the PSP. |
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| Author: | Euphoracle [ Fri Apr 02, 2010 2:30 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
What? What's wrong with the iphone for gaming? They it *has* touchscreen 'buttons'; it's multitouch. It has adequate computing capabilities as well. Also, the dual screen is a gimmick and often underused (especially considering that the touchscreen is only for the lower screen). The iPhone is a strong contender because it does more than the PSP and DS. It's a phone, MP3 player, whole bunch of app shit AND it plays games. No matter how you slice it, it's a better mobile device if you're stuck to owning one (unless you're really into the IPs on PSP or DS of course) |
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| Author: | SNIPERDUDE [ Fri Apr 02, 2010 8:07 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
Still using my Gameboy Pocket and loving it. |
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| Author: | USEC_OFFICER [ Fri Apr 02, 2010 3:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
I'm not saying the Iphone is a bad device. I think it's very handly. It just is more multipurpose than the DS. |
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| Author: | btiffin [ Sat Apr 03, 2010 11:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
Quote: Is releasing a new version of the DS every year a good idea or a money grab?
Both. Brilliant. A plastic hinged device that will break at about the same pace as new models roll out. So, "customer think" changes from "gee, I have to buy a new one of the same thing" to "hey, I should upgrade". 
But, on the XL ... old guys opinion. I prefer my Lite on first exposure, the XL feels a tad 'puffy' in comparison. That opinion could change. Cheers |
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| Author: | Dan [ Sun Apr 04, 2010 1:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
btiffin @ 3rd April 2010, 11:15 pm wrote: A plastic hinged device that will break at about the same pace as new models roll out
Nintendo is acutely well know for the quality of there products in terms of durability and has an amazing warranty and repair that would likely pair your DS for free even out of warranty. They only recently stopped repairing NES systems when the Wii came out. I have a game boy pocket, color, advanced, DS and DSi and they all work fine with no signs of stopping. The only problem i have had is the batteries in some of the old gameboy games have died and they no longer save correctly, luckily this is no longer an issue for DS and DSi games. |
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| Author: | andrew. [ Sun Apr 04, 2010 10:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: RE:Different DS versions |
SNIPERDUDE @ Fri Apr 02, 2010 8:07 am wrote: Still using my Gameboy Pocket and loving it. Hahaha! I remember that thing! Good times  |
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| Author: | btiffin [ Sun Apr 04, 2010 10:01 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
Dan; You need to veg out more hours with a DS.  I've replaced two with borked hinges. Not Nintendo's fault really, just a lot of use across the family members.
I'm a Nintendo fan boy. The two trips to the gaming store to pick up replacements, was with gusto. "Hey, I get to upgrade". Cheers |
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| Author: | rdrake [ Sun Apr 04, 2010 11:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
btiffin @ Sun Apr 04, 2010 10:01 pm wrote: I've replaced two with borked hinges. My DS lite's hinges are also cracked. |
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| Author: | Dan [ Mon Apr 05, 2010 12:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
btiffin @ 4th April 2010, 10:01 pm wrote: Dan;
You need to veg out more hours with a DS. I've replaced two with borked hinges. Not Nintendo's fault really, just a lot of use across the family members.
I'm a Nintendo fan boy. The two trips to the gaming store to pick up replacements, was with gusto. "Hey, I get to upgrade". Cheers Odd i use mine daily as an alarm clock as a minium. Did you try the Nintendo warntity or repair programs? Even if it is out of warninity and they won't pay for it you can get them fixed for cheap compared to buying a new one. |
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| Author: | slider203 [ Sun Apr 11, 2010 9:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Different DS versions |
[quote="Dan @ Sun Apr 04, 2010 1:34 am"[/quote] some of the old gameboy games have died and they no longer save correctly, luckily this is no longer an issue for DS and DSi games.[/quote] When I used to play pokemon, I cried when my Pokemon Silver battery died. |
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| Author: | Turing_Gamer [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 7:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
I'm just sticking to consoles. I find these 'improvements' to be worthless to me (maybe due to the fact I only have 4 DS games or programs: Yoshi's Island, Brain Age 2, Professor Layton and the Curious Village, and Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box) |
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| Author: | rar [ Mon May 10, 2010 9:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | RE:Different DS versions |
I don't understand...they make the original DS, then release a smaller one. Then they make the DSi and then release a larger one. What gives? I guess it can easily compare to Apple (which I find we can draw a lot of simlarities between Nintendo and Apple) in that first they were trying their hardest to make their devices smaller and smaller, but now they're trying to make everything bigger (DSi XL & iPad). As for the 3DS, I'm only interested to see the interesting technology. I don't think I'll buy one though. I still have the original DS. I got it right when it came out, and it feels like it wasn't even that long ago. I realize it's been since 2004 (I think?) and the DS Lite came out VERY soon after, making mine seem obsolete so very soon after I got it, but it still works almost perfectly, so I see no reason to upgrade. |
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