Nintendo DSi Console

With the competition in the gaming industry getting fiercer than ever, selling a gaming console or handheld device worldwide is no walk in the park. You need to come up with a very good advertising concept and a really good product with loads of features for maximum attraction. Even if the sales were so great in key locations like Japan and the United States, some areas may have less affecting the overall total sales.

Surprisingly, the DSi console sold very well in the UK, which is a market that many competitors are trying to dominate. In fact, they sold even more than the original DS and DS Lite in the same 2-day period after the launch date making it the fourth fastest selling video game console. Magic wasn’t involved at all for the 92,000 units that were sold. There are some things that contributed greatly to the successful launch in the UK.

One of the first images of the DSi Console that we got to see.

Closely Packed Release Dates

UK gamers are the ones that suffer a lot with many of the games and systems due for release weeks or months after the launch in the US. This can be a lengthy wait for the DS lovers and may prompt them to find something else to do or something else to buy. This time around, the release dates were more closely packed than ever before. In fact, the European launch took place a couple days before the North American launch, leaving the UK fans relieved and excited to get their new handheld without delay.

DS Brand

Many people in the UK most probably have heard of the DS before, but never bothered to get it. The recent launch of the DSi console was more like a reminder for those people who had doubts to give the new version a closer look. With its improvements and new features, many people in the UK were attracted to buy the handheld.

Excellent Lineup of New Features

Because both the original DS and DS Lite sold very well in the UK, so many people already have them and probably don’t want to spend more money on another handheld. However, the Disc has plenty of neat features making it a bigger upgrade than the DS Lite. The bigger screen and improved speakers were welcome additions along with the new SD card slot for files to be stored and certain file types like AAC to be read. The two cameras that are built-in added more value to the unit with some future DS titles using it. The DSi Shop was among the best features that make it worth the dropping of the GBA slot.

Same Launch Price

The DS Lite made its debut with a 150 Euros price tag and now the DSi was launched with a similar price tag. People in the UK were happy about this because the added features were rather welcoming and the price isn’t too expensive for people to ignore.

It takes all of these factors combined for any handheld like the DSi console to be successful in a region. The Nintendo DSi had a very strong start and it is expected grow in sales numbers as the DSi is both for entertainment and productivity.

Playing on my DSi, it makes time just fly. I love my console so much; I think the screen is great to touch. There are so many games; I like to play with James. If you can’t find anything to play, you can just go away. I preoreded my DSi console, and got it before they were all sol-d. The best thing about it is, I don’t need to take a wizz. I’m going to keep it on, at least until I’m gone. Finished all my games last night, I think I’m losing my sight. There still isn’t anything left to play, I might just go out today.

We all know that gadgets require subtle handling; anything it touches can be a potential damage maker. DSi Consoles are now available in Japan and soon the rest of the world, if you have purchased them or you have a DS Lite, you can follow these easy steps to prevent damaging your beloved handheld console.

First up in preventive measures is always purchase a carrying case with your DS. It may be bulky but this can easily protect the shell of the handheld. Even if the DS is sturdy enough, it can also be prone to scratches. You don’t want to have scratches on a gaming device because you usually bring it anywhere. This is a must especially for traveling. There can be hard shell carrying cases for the DS. Even for other cases, it can easily fit due to its small size. The upcoming DSi consoles are even slimmer. It is 12% smaller compared to the DS Lite, making it more manageable to fit in a small carrying case.

Another tip is to but a screen protector. Even if it is a touch screen, it always needs protection. You can expect it to get scratches as time goes by with endless presses from your fingers and the stylus. One thing to take note of, the screen protector is prone to catching dust particles during installation. Make sure you apply it in a room where there is no breeze or a probability of getting dust particles, once it stuck, consider them wasted as you can’t remove it and will have fingerprints upon installation. Let someone do it if you are in doubt in pulling it off as it takes precision to mount them, any errors will lead to a discarded screen protector.

In selected stores and some online, there are invisible protectors that can help alleviate those nasty scratches. There are full body kits in which you can assure that your DS Lite or DSi is still in its pristine condition albeit being tugged inside your pocket.

There is also the option of purchasing armor for your DS. Although it may be bulky, they provide excellent protection. They can be snapped on without having to use any tools.

Another is to opt for membrane-like protectors. This plastic protection can alleviate scratching. Although you can never all parts of the DS, it can also help even in small parts and preserving its spotless cosmetic appearance.

If you really are a little clumsy, consider purchasing a black DS. This will lessen the sights of blemishes or scratches. Fortunately, the new DSi console will come in a matte finish; this can lessen the sight of fingerprints and will likely get less noticeable scratches.

Wear and tear is a real pain sometimes, with having to reinforce the handheld console, it can easily breeze through months and even years of use without having too much scratches. With enough protection methods, you can choose which are less bothersome to you. Although there is nothing better than handling a DS Lite or Nintendo DSi consoles without protections, it may better be safe than sorry especially if you still don’t have a budget to buy an extra unit if it gets damaged.

I’ve just been reading about the history of Nintendo on Wikipeida. I’m pleased to hear that for a company who are annoyingly family orientated they’re not all whiter than white. In the past, believe it or not, they ran a chain of “love hotels”.

Other surprises include the fact they were also a taxi firm and most surprisingly to me Nintendo began life in 1889. From a playing card company to the DSi console, they’ve seen a lot of changes but I think they should consider moving back into the love hotel industry.