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Revision as of 19:19, 4 December 2006
The Wii Channels are the top level menu interface of the Wii game console from Nintendo. Separate channels are graphically displayed in a grid, and are navigated using the pointer capability of the Wii Remote. The grid is customizable, users can move channels, including virtual console games, between the menu's 48 slots (B+A allows moving of channels).
Channels
Disc Channel
The Disc Channel allows users to play both Wii and Nintendo GameCube titles. The Disc Channel displays the name of the Wii title that is present in the drive. If a GameCube title is in the drive it displays the GameCube logo as it plays the GameCube startup sound. If a DVD, or a Wii or Gamecube title from a different region is in the drive it will display an error message reading "Unable to read the disc. Check the Wii Operations Manual for help troubleshooting." If no disc is inserted in the drive, it displays the image at the right.
Mii Channel
The Mii (pronounced "me") Channel is an avatar creator, where users can design 3D caricatures of people by selecting from a group of facial and bodily features.
A Wired News interview of Katsuya Eguchi (producer of Animal Crossing and Wii Sports) held in 2006 confirmed that the custom player avatar feature shown at Nintendo's E3 Media Briefing would be included in the hardware. The feature was described as part of a "Profile" system that contains the caricature and other pertinent player information.[1] This application was officially unveiled by Nintendo in September 2006. It is incorporated into Wii Channel's operating system interface as the "Mii Channel". Users can select from pre-made caricatures or create their own by choosing custom facial shapes, colors, and positioning.[2] In certain games (including Wii Sports, WarioWare: Smooth Moves, Wii Play, and The Sims Wii), each player's caricature will serve as the character he or she controls in gameplay. Miis can interact with other Wii users by showing up on their Wii consoles through the WiiConnect24 feature or by talking with other Miis created by Wii owners all over the world. This feature is called Mii Parade. Early-created Miis as well as those encountered in Mii Parades may show up as spectators in some games. [3] Miis can be stored on controllers and taken to other consoles. The controller can hold up to a maximum amount of 10 Miis.
Criticism
The Mii Channel is sometimes criticized for restrictions such as the lack of flexibility, a Mii that's supposed to be "fat" looking "bulky" instead, as well as the lack of variety. You also can't use ears. [1].
News Channel
The News Channel allows users to access news headlines and current events obtained from the Internet.[4] The news is automatically updated and viewable via WiiConnect24. The News Channel will first be available on January 27, 2007, with content provided by Associated Press. [5]
Forecast Channel
Weather reports and forecasts can be downloaded onto the console from the Internet via the WiiConnect24 service.[6] The Forecast Channel displays a view of the Earth, with which users can view weather in other regions. A brief outline of weather conditions appears on this channel's icon in the Channels menu. The Forecast Channel will first be available on December 20, 2006. [5]
Photo Channel
If a user inserts an SD card into the console, or sends photos (JPEG) or videos (MJPEG) via email, they can be viewed by means of the Photo Channel.[7] A built-in editor allows users to add markings and effects to their photos. Mosaics, slide shows, and puzzles can also be created with this feature.[8]
Criticism
Photos, even high resolution ones, are compressed and decreased in resolution. Because of this even an 8.0 megapixel photo will look very pixelated [2].
Wii Shop Channel
Wii Points can be purchased and redeemed in the Wii Shop Channel. Wii Points allow users to download newly added channels and video games for the Virtual Console. The channel can also be used to download the Opera browser used in the Internet Channel.[9] The cost of the games one can buy will differ in different countries but it is almost certain to be priced as follows:
- NES games - 500 points
- SNES games - 800 points
- N64 games - 1000 points
- TurboGrafx-16 games - 600 points
Nintendo and Opera have yet to announce a price for the Opera browser, but it will be free until June 2007. [10]
Criticism
The Wii Shop Channel is sometimes criticized for being slow to load [3], as well as games being stretched in 16:9 widescreen mode [4].
Internet Channel
Similar to its use as the Nintendo DS Browser, the Opera web browser will be available for download for free(until June 2007, then it will cost a fee, this fee is yet uncomfirmed) via the Wii Shop Channel. The browser will support JavaScript and Flash. In addition to functioning as a web browser, Opera on the Wii will serve as a layout engine to be used for web-based applications.[3] Opera has announced that it will have this as a free download for all Wii users until June 2007. However, it is currently unavailable for download, instead listed as 'coming soon.'
Message Board
The message board allows users to leave messages for other family members on a calendar-based message board. Users can also use WiiConnect24 to send messages to people outside your home as well. Also, all users can trade photos and text messages with cell phone users or send e-mail messages to conventional e-mail addresses. The service also allows all users for incoming game-related information. Games can constantly be updated. The Message Board is available for users to post messages that are available to other Wii users by usage of friend codes with WiiConnect24. In addition to writing text, players can also include images from their SD card in the body of messages. Announcements of software updates and video game news are posted by Nintendo. The Wii's message board can be used for posting memos for oneself or for family members without going online. These messages could then be put on any day of the calender. The Wii Message Board could also be updated automatically by a real-time game like Animal Crossing.[9] The Wii message board also records the play history. This feature automatically records details of what game was played and for how long. It cannot be deleted or hidden.[11]
Virtual Console Channels
Virtual Console games from legacy Nintendo systems as well the SEGA Genesis and Hudson Soft TurboGrafx 16 systems, can be bought through the Wii Shop Channel. Users can appoint games they purchase as individual channels.
At the launch of the Wii, twelve games were available for purchase. It has been reported that thirty games will be added to the Wii Shop Channel between the time of the Wii's launch and the end of the calendar year with at least ten games a month being added afterwards.[12]
References
- ^ Kohler, Chris. "Confirmed: Wii Hardware Stores Player Caricatures, Profiles". Wired. Retrieved 2006-06-03.
- ^ "Mii Channel Demo Movie". 2006-09-14.
- ^ a b "Wii Channel Breakdown".
- ^ "News Channel". Nintendo. Retrieved 2006-09-14.
- ^ a b Metts, Jonathan (2006-11-16). "title=Nintendo Releases Virtual Console Details". Planet GameCube.com. Retrieved 2006-11-16.
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- ^ "A Fresh Way to View Your Photos". Why We Came Up With Wii. Nintendo. Retrieved 2006-10-25.
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- ^ "Reasoning Behind the Wii". Nintendo. 2006-09-14. Retrieved 2006-09-14.
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External links
- Wii Channels from Nintendo.com
- Introducing Wii Channels from Wii.com
- Virtual Wii Channels
- Wii-Play website for Official Wii News and WiiCode Trading
- Connect Mii site to trade Wii codes so Mii's can travel
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