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5 Adorable Handmade Nintendo DSi Cases

GeekSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:05:10 -0800

As if covering your cell and iPhone with amazing handmade goods wasn't enough, I went ahead and found five adorable DSi cases on Etsy that are worthy of a look-see, and maybe even a purchase if you don't already have your console protected. That DSi was an investment, no? Might as well keep it free of scratches and dings with one of these!

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The New Nintendo DSi LL Is Bigger But Is It Better?

GeekSugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:41:03 -0700

That rumored new DSi, with the larger 4.2-inch screen? It's real, and it's coming to Japan on Nov. 21. Said to be priced around $220 and eventually making its way to Europe in 2010, the DSi LL will be released in dark brown, wine red and natural white and as you can see here, the screen is remarkably bigger than the previous DSi, which had a 3.25-inch screen and the DSi Lite which had a 3-inch screen (the outline shows the size difference). The DSi LL is said to also offer a better better Internet surfing experience. I love how Nintendo is always shaping its products to consumers wants and needs, and I wouldn't be surprised if we see the DSi going even bigger.

Daily Tech: Google Voice Permits Voicemail With Any Number

GeekSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:05:35 -0700

You can now keep your phone number while using Google Voice's fantastic features - Lifehacker
Here's how you can recycle your own gadgets - Engadget
It's rumored that a new, bigger, Nintendo DSi with a 4-inch screen will be coming out in Japan this year - Kotaku
Facebook now has a way to memorialize friends who have passed away - Boing Boing
10 ways to spot an email scam - Switched
It's giveaway time on GeekSugar! Log in for your chances to win one of these AT&T Smartphones - GeekSugar

Mini Ninjas DS vs Xbox 360 Smackdown: Which Is Better?

GeekSugar — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:06:44 -0700

You already know about my addiction to Mini Ninjas, which I played on the Xbox 360 at this year's E3, but did you know that this game also came out on other platforms? I haven't tested out the Wii or PS3 editions, but I have been able to get my hands on both the Xbox 360 and DS versions to test and play.

As you may know, not all games are created equal on all platforms. Just take Tomb Raider Underworld for example - although the game is entertaining on both the DS and Wii consoles, when push came to shove, I much preferred the DS version of the game for its controls and fun factor. So where do these two versions of the same game stand? Find out when you read more.

Everything I love about the Xbox 360 version of Mini Ninjas - the painfully cute graphics, the music, and the easy and intuitive control system - is missing on the DS version. It's a given that the graphics on the DS will never match up to that of the Xbox, but honestly, this is a major part of what gives Mini Ninjas its charm. Even the music of the Xbox version (a nice and calming soundtrack) gets ramped up to a beat-driven tune in the DS version. I'm not sure why this particular change was made, but I'm not sure I like it.

Overall, the Xbox version of Mini Ninjas is superior in nearly every way (well you gotta give some credit to the DS here - at least you can take it with you on the road), but if I were investing and had a choice, I'd go for the Xbox version here.

Daily Tech: Wii Fit Plus to Be Available In the US on Oct.4

GeekSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:11:55 -0700

Your DSi Is Sneaking Around and Hooking Up With Facebook

GeekSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:30:28 -0700

Well, it will be soon anyway. One of the features that I love about the Nintendo DSi is the fun photo editor, and in the next Nintendo DSi update coming this Fall, you'll be able to send those hilarious custom photos directly from your DSi's photo library to Facebook. And as we all know, eventually, everything ends up on Facebook.

Japan and the UK will enjoy this feature first, but it will be a cinch to install for everyone. Just go to the DSi Ware section, download the free update and the Facebook app, and you're all set to go to upload your DSi photos to your online album.

Daily Tech: The Palm Pre Gets Two Thumbs Up

GeekSugar — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:10:50 -0700

The reviews are pouring in, and so far so good for the Palm Pre. - Wired
Nintendo will release a red DSi in Japan on July 11. - Kotaku
Microsoft's new Bing Travel site offers tools like price predictors, rate indicators, travel deals, and fare alerts. - TechCrunch
Sony Ericsson goes green with its new 901 GreenHeart cell phone. - Boing Boing Gadgets
Palm delivers an eye-catching commercial for the Pre. - CrunchGear
The Peek email device is down to $20 on Amazon. - Slashgear
It's rumored that HTC will announcing the Hero phone in London later this month. - Gizmodo

My Favorite Nintendo News From the E3 Keynote

GeekSugar — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:15:44 -0700

This morning at Nintendo's press conference at E3, Gizmodo followed all of the announcements on their liveblog, and I couldn't help but get excited about three in particular.

The first one is the new multiplayer Super Mario Bros. for the Wii, appropriately titled New Super Mario Bros. The game sadly won't be in 3D, but it will come with fun new powerups (like a propeller suit) and an autozoom feature that will keep all four players on screen while flying. The New Super Mario Bros. for the Wii will be available right in time for Christmas this year.

To find out what other Nintendo announcements I'm excited about, just read more.

Nintendo also announced photo functionality on the DSi, where users will be able to take pictures and easily upload them to Facebook.

And last but not least, the next installment in the Wii Fit craze will be called Wii Fit Plus, which will include six new strength and yoga activities as well as 15 new balance games. The best part? There's going to be a facet to the game that will let you feel like you're Super Mario - whoa! This game will make its way to store shelves this Fall.

Ghostwire For Your DSi Looks Freaky, Fun: Are You Into It?

GeekSugar — Tue, 26 May 2009 11:06:57 -0700

If you like SciFi's Ghost Hunters, Most Haunted, and hey, maybe even The Ghost Whisperer, then you're going to love the latest game slated to hit the DSi Store later this year. Called Ghostwire, this game uses your Nintendo DSi's cameras to search your pad for spirits, apparitions, and EMF's so you can be your very own Ghostbuster. I love ghost stories, and this game brings them to life since you can pan around your room, suddenly see a ghostly figure hanging out by your closet, then poof! It's gone. Kinda freaky, and yet, kinda fun. I'd recommend this game for your (or your 12 year old's) next sleepover for a modern-day twist on the Ouija Board. Yeah, I said it, Ouija.

Check out the Swedish trailer for the game above (which is available for their cell phones and hand-held devices) to get a glimpse of what it will look like on your DSi. Leave a night light on tonight if you have to (no one will hold it against you) then tell me: would you play Ghostwire?

Personal Trainer: Walking Hits Stores May 26

GeekSugar — Thu, 21 May 2009 10:30:15 -0700

Nintendo is really trying to get us in shape for Summer! Set to make its official debut on May 26 here in the US, Personal Trainer: Walking works by sending data between a wireless activity pedometer (which you can place anywhere - even inside a bag!) and the infrared game card in your Nintendo DS or DSi to track your walking progress.

Your DS will record your daily step count, minute by minute, so you can always go back and see your activity level. And because the card can store up to five years of records, you'll see if you're improving from year to year!

Personal Trainer: Walking costs $49.99.