Review: The Nintendo Wii Console

Compared to PlayStation and Xbox, Nintendo Wii is simpler to operate. With a controller that closely resembles a TV remote, Wii definitely takes a different track compared to the more conventional devices used by Plantation and Xbox. The console presents a relatively simple interface as against the more graphics oriented display of Xbox and PlayStation.

The console possesses all the features required to connect to an HDTV including a cradle to vertically mount the console, the sensor bar as well as the usual set of composite AV cables. However, these cables do not support the higher available resolution of 480p, thus forcing you to buy a separate set of component cables.

The console has compact size and occupies hardly any space, both placed vertically and horizontally. At 6.25 inches in width, 1.75 inches in height and 8.5 inches deep (placed horizontally), the system can be placed anywhere, be it next to your desktop or your television. The first batch is available in white color, where other colors may come in the market in a few months.

The console comes with an internal memory of 512 MB along with Virtual Console titles. Well, that memory will obviously not last forever, and you can increase it through the Secure Digital card slot provided in the console. SD cards being cheap it’s a great feature incorporated by Wii compared to the proprietary cards used by older systems.

Navigation through Wii can be done through the Wii Channels. The default channels include news, weather forecast, message and photo channel. The Home page is the default gateway and allows you to access disc-based GameCube and Wii games as well as Virtual Console Titles. The best part of the system however is the motion sensing capability allowing you to play Wii-games. Considering all these features, Wii is worth a buy if you are looking for a cool multimedia system which can do just about anything!

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