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Nintendo DS Lite Handheld Reviews

DS Lite Handheld — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:38:07 +0000

Shopping for a Nintendo DS Lite handheld console? As important as it can be to learn about the product design, features, and specifications, it can be just as important to review the thoughts of users who have gone before you. Every product owner is unique, and you can’t take reviews (good or bad) as absolutes, but a discerning reviewer can provide plenty of information about a product that its manufacturer can not. Also, real-world users provide a different perspective than a product’s creator: a perspective more like yours.

If you’re interested in the Nintendo DS Lite handheld game consoles, check out these reviews, below.

Nintendo DS Lite Handheld Reviews

5 Stars If you’re wondering which color to pick.

…then I STRONGLY recommend this Black & Crimson DS Lite!I just bought this one after losing (grumble, grumble…) my black DS Lite a few months ago. I really liked the black finish on that one, but red is my favorite color so I decided to give this one a shot.

Basically, here’s the difference: I would always get annoyed with my Black one because the glossy finish meant that there were always fingermarks and stuff all over it, and it would sometimes get slippery if my palms would get sweaty during a game. The stylus would also get a little slippery for me too, so I’d have to pause every so often to dry my hands.

This Black & Crimson one, though, has a glossy finish for the Crimson lid (only the outside of the lid is crimson, not the whole thing) but a MATTE finish for the black parts! No more slippery DS if I have sweaty palms (no jokes, please), and no slippery stylus either!

I was initially a little skeptical about the two-tone colors (I assumed the part around the upper screen and speakers would be red too, making it a little weird on my eyes), but having only the outside of the lid be red was a great idea — it looks flashy with its glossy-metallic red top, but it still looks like a normal black DS on the inside. And the matte finish on the black areas means no slipping in the middle of a game!

5 Stars Repairs and replacement are A+!

I’m sure everyone knows about the DS Lite – it’s a great little machine. But with kids using them, they break. Nintendo support has been absolutely great in repairing and replacing my units.I bought three DS’s (one for each kid) and then I bought a fourth so I could keep one for myself. With three young kids, though, one of the units is almost always getting broken or lost (through misue – not through any fault of the manufacturer). With this system, I lend my DS to the child with the broken one and send that one back. Within 2 weeks I get a new one back, and sometimes they don’t even charge me, even if it has water inside or was dropped!

They are excellent support people on the phone, they are kind and understanding, and even though my kids pulled the serial number stickers off the back (they won’t do it again, but they love to pull off stickers and didn’t know how important those particular sticker were), Nintendo replaced my unit for free.

5 Stars Perfect

I bought this Nintendo DS lite for my 4 year old son. I thought he wouldn’t be able to understand the game, but for my surprise, he started to play the same day that I gave it to him and buy a week later he plays better than me.
This is so easy for children and I’m very happy.

5 Stars I’m Hooked

I purchased a DS for my nephew, by brother and my mother. I finally decided to buy one for me. I’m hooked. I have several games to choose from. Some games click and some don’t. When you find the one that does it’s pretty much addicting. Everything is put on hold until I reach the next level. Get one, you’ll love it! P.S. It’s not just for those under 30. I’m 50+.

5 Stars Senior Fun!

We’re in our 70′s and my husband and I each own a Sony DS Lite and use the wireless link to play games each evening. We both wanted one because we fell in love with Sudoku and the Brain Age software but now we have branched out and are constantly looking for games we can play against each other.
The unit is so easy to slip into a purse or pocket (for the guys) to carry to appointments and make the waiting times fly by. Curious people introduce themselves just to find out what you’re doing! And marvel that seniors are having fun with what are designed to be children’s electronic games.
Hey! You’re never too old to have fun or try new things! Have to run…picking up my parachute at the drycleaners!
Ruthanne

3 Stars Nintendo cheapens out on the Crimson/Black DS Lite,

I was so excited to received the new Crimson & Black DS Lite. I even sold my Onyx one. When I started using it, I noticed right away that the screen quality was different. When you tilted it forward or back, visibility would be far worse. This was not a problem with the previous models. I wondered if it was just in my head, so I did a search online and found articles reporting this same exact problem.As it turns out, Nintendo did purchase cheaper LCD screens for their new models. These screens are considerably worse than the Onyx and other color models and led me to returning this product.

The Crimson and Black model does look very nice though. I personally did not like the back of the player. It has a rough feeling, compared to the glossy back of the onyx and is not as compfortable to use.

DS Lite Pink

DS Lite Handheld — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:40:00 +0000

The Nintendo DS Lite handheld in Pink manages to pack even more fun into a smaller, slimmer body that’s less than two thirds the size of the original Nintendo DS. Nintendo DS Lite handheld might be over 20% lighter than Nintendo DS, but it’s a lot heavier on features.

Nintendo DS Lite Pink doesn’t just play DS games – it also features an additional port for Game Boy Advance Game Paks. Nintendo DS Lite handheld has twin ultra bright LCD screens that combine crisp, punchy colors, along with touch-screen technology on the lower screen to deliver some of the most groundbreaking gameplay ever developed. Nintendo DS Lite has powerful dual processors that bring impressive 3D graphics to life with lightning-fast rendering.

Even the stylus for Nintendo DS Lite handheld has been redesigned. It’s longer and thicker and works with the system’s improved controls to make gameplay even more fun. When you get the Nintendo DS Lite in Pink, your stylus is also pink, so you’ve go the ultimate pink match!

Nintendo DS Lite Pink

DS Lite Pink is back! The best-selling video game system in the world grabs attention with a splash of color with this gorgeous DS Lite Pink and looks good whether it’s toted in your school backpack, pulled from your purse, or riding with you on a family trip.

The DS Lite in Pink made its debut as a limited-edition bundle and now it’s back again to round-out the Nintendo DS Lite palette of available colors. It joins Polar White, Coral Pink, Onyx, Crimson/Black, and Cobalt/Black. Now there’s a Nintendo DS color to complement any outfit.

The Nintendo DS Lite Pink is a high-powered handheld video game system in a sleek folding design loaded with features for a unique gaming experience. The color screens are now even brighter and the lower touch screen provides a totally new way of playing and controlling games. Use the built-in wireless mode to share games, chat or even play multiplayer games on-line via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Play impressive 3-D rendered Nintendo DS games and play all your favorite Game Boy Advance games in single player mode.

Nintendo DS Lite Pink comes with a variety of distinctive changes that set it apart from the original: It’s less than two-thirds the size of the original Nintendo DS and more than 20 percent lighter. Its two bright screens can be adjusted to four levels to adapt to different lighting conditions and to extend battery power. The microphone sits in the center of the unit and the LED lights are clearly visible whether the unit is open or closed. The stylus is 1 centimeter longer and 1 millimeter thicker than the stylus of the original and slides into a side storage slot. The Start and Select buttons were repositioned for easier access. A removable cover keeps the Game Boy Advance cartridge slot clear from dust and debris when it’s not in use. With the Nintendo DS Headset, you can talk and chat over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or voice command games.

Nintendo Pink DS Lite System

With Nintendo DS Lite-Pink, dual screens and touch-screen technology allow you to interact with games like never before. Wireless communication allows you to experience real-time multiplayer gameplay, and the free Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service allows you to compete against players from around the globe.

DS Lite Pink Dual Screens:

Two incredibly bright LCD screens offer one of the most groundbreaking gameplay advances ever developed. Each 3-inch screen can reproduce a true 3D view, with impressive 3D renderings that can surpass images displayed on the Nintendo 64.

Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection:

Ready to take on the world? Now, with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat and play with Nintendo DS owners across the globe. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game. There are no subscription fees — the service is free!

Nintendo DS Lite Handheld Touch Screen Technology:

The lower screen offers something never before provided by any dedicated game device: touch-screen capabilities. You no longer have to rely on just buttons to move your character or shift perspectives. Navigate menus or access inventory items simply by touching the screen with a stylus or fingertip. The possibilities are limited only by developers’ imaginations. The touch screen features a tougher film cover for durability, and the included stylus is stored in the back of the unit.

DS Lite – Pink – Microphone Port:

A built-in microphone port means that with Nintendo DS, you only need to tell your games what to do. The Nintendo DS microphone gives you even more ways to interact with your favorite games.

Nintendo DS Lite Wireless Network:

With Nintendo DS Lite handheld, you can connect with a local wireless network of up to 16 players. The wireless range can be an incredible 30 to 100 feet and for some games, multiplayer requires just one Nintendo DS game card.

Note: Nintendo DS Lite wireless communication, including PictoChat, is not private and is not monitored by Nintendo. We recommend that you never reveal any personal information or arrange to meet a stranger.

DS Lite Rich Stereo Sound:

Nintendo DS Lite sound capabilities allow for greatly expanded use of voices and music, and a richer, more immersive game experience. Stereo speakers allow for virtual surround sound and a plug for headphones transmits stereo sound.

Nintendo DS Lite Backward Compatibility:

Nintendo DS Lite features a separate media port for Game Boy Advance cartridges, allowing you to play all your favorite Game Boy Advance games in single-player mode.

DS Lite-Pink: Technical Specs

Size (closed): 133 millimeters (5.2 inches) wide, 73.9 millimeters (2.9 inches) long, 21.5 millimeters (0.85 inches) tall.
Top Screen: A backlit, 3-inch, transmissive TFT color LCD with 256 x 192 pixel resolution and .24 mm dot pitch, capable of displaying 260,000 colors.
Touch Screen: Same specs as top screen, but with a transparent analog touch screen.
Wireless Communication: IEEE 802.11 and Nintendo’s proprietary format; wireless range is 30 to 100 feet, depending on circumstances; multiple users can play multiplayer games using just one DS game card.
Controls: Touch screen, embedded microphone for voice recognition, A/B/X/Y face buttons, plus control pad, L/R shoulder buttons, Start and Select buttons. The stylus is 1 centimeter longer and 2 millimeters thicker than the stylus of the original Nintendo DS.
Input/Output: Ports for both Nintendo DS game cards and Game Boy Advance game paks, terminals for stereo headphones and microphone. A removable cover for the Game Boy Advance game pak slot provides added protection from dust and other foreign materials.
Other Features: Embedded PictoChat software that allows up to 16 users within local range of one another to chat at once; embedded real-time clock; date, time and alarm; touch-screen calibration.
CPUs: One ARM9 and one ARM7.
Sound: Stereo speakers providing virtual surround sound, depending on the software.
Battery: Lithium ion battery delivering five to 19 hours of play on a four-hour charge, depending on use; power-saving sleep mode; AC adapter.
Languages: English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian.