Just four and a half years after its initial release, the Nintendo DS has sold more than 100 million units worldwide, solidifying itself as the best-selling portable video game console of all time.

Adds two larger screens; two 0.3-megapixel cameras; a bit thinner than the DS Lite; exclusive access to the DSi Shop for downloadable games and applications

No longer supports Game Boy Advance games; lower battery life than its predecessor; Internet security settings are buried and confusing

WiFi gaming capabilities and fun camera and sound activities make the DSi a welcome upgrade for most Nintendo fans.

Intuitive to use; fun multimedia options; slick WiFi gaming; online shop

Weak camera; no editing of non-DSi photos; lacks GameBoy Advance support; limited music compatibility

The DS handheld platform has been incredibly successful for Nintendo, especially in the grossly improved Lite SKU, but if the GameBoy has taught us anything it's that Nintendo is a company that doesn't like leaving things alone.

As the second overhaul of the Nintendo DS design, the DSi is less about cosmetic changes and more about functionality. The DS Lite was smaller, brighter, and more attractive than the original clunky DS hardware, but the DSi focuses more on its built-in camera and internet features than anything...

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Watch out world! The Nintendo DSi has got you in its sights! Complete with cameras, a music player and downloadable games, the next generation of DS is looking to make an impact.

Lite and Mighty

I bought this used and in like new condition. The DSI apparently has issues with it's L and R buttons. This is a very common issue and I honestly feel like I been ripped off. BUT for a temporary fix if you are also having this issue (which you shouldn't because it should come to you tested and...

There is WPA support, but older DS games, like Pokémon, do not support it. You can connect to the internet with WPA (DSi Shop and the web browser).

All the pros are the same; but I retract the "no WPA" support; see other thoughts

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Sweet as limited edition from Japan. Ordered through Play-Asia, yet definitely worth it. However, the Japanese DSis don't support English language - just Japanese only. However, the console region free and can play any DS games without the need to worry.