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Confirmed: New Wii U To Be Released Later This Year

Confirmed: New Wii U To Be Released Later This Year

Nintendo President Satoru Iwata has told reporters that the Wii U will launch in the US, Japan, Europe, and Australia for the end of 2012. While the system was previously pegged for a 2012 release, this is the first time we’ve got confirmation that it’ll make it in time for the holiday season in all major markets. The 3DS launched last year in February in Japan and March elsewhere, meaning it likely got off to a slower start than if it had been available before Christmas. The announcement also means we are likely to see much more finalized details of the Wii U’s software lineup at E3 in June — so far, hands-on time with the console has been limited to tech demos.

via Wii U to launch in US, Japan, Europe and Australia by end of 2012 | The Verge.

Confirmed: New Wii U To Be Released Later This Year

Confirmed: New Wii U To Be Released Later This Year

Nintendo President Satoru Iwata has told reporters that the Wii U will launch in the US, Japan, Europe, and Australia for the end of 2012. While the system was previously pegged for a 2012 release, this is the first time we’ve got confirmation that it’ll make it in time for the holiday season in all major markets. The 3DS launched last year in February in Japan and March elsewhere, meaning it likely got off to a slower start than if it had been available before Christmas. The announcement also means we are likely to see much more finalized details of the Wii U’s software lineup at E3 in June — so far, hands-on time with the console has been limited to tech demos.

via Wii U to launch in US, Japan, Europe and Australia by end of 2012 | The Verge.

Use A Real Game Controller With Your iPod, iPhone, Or iPad

Game Controller

There’s been quite a few attempts at creating a physical game controller for the iPhone. The most successful of which has probably been the ThinkGeek iCade.

Despite a few other promising starts, it seems the main hurdle has been Apple allowing unfettered access between said game controllers and the iOS devices themselves. As a result, most game controllers have relied on emulating a Bluetooth keyboard to interface with the iPhone or iPad. While it works well enough for digital controls such as the iCade, full analog stick control has remained elusive.

A company called 60beat is now offering their solution which does offer dual analog sticks as well as a number of other standard directional controls and buttons. The 60beat GamePad connects through the headphone jack of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to accomplish this task:

via MacRumors iPhone and iPad Blog: Apps, News, and Rumors.

Use A Real Game Controller With Your iPod, iPhone, Or iPad

Game Controller

There’s been quite a few attempts at creating a physical game controller for the iPhone. The most successful of which has probably been the ThinkGeek iCade.

Despite a few other promising starts, it seems the main hurdle has been Apple allowing unfettered access between said game controllers and the iOS devices themselves. As a result, most game controllers have relied on emulating a Bluetooth keyboard to interface with the iPhone or iPad. While it works well enough for digital controls such as the iCade, full analog stick control has remained elusive.

A company called 60beat is now offering their solution which does offer dual analog sticks as well as a number of other standard directional controls and buttons. The 60beat GamePad connects through the headphone jack of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to accomplish this task:

via MacRumors iPhone and iPad Blog: Apps, News, and Rumors.

Use A Real Game Controller With Your iPod, iPhone, Or iPad

Game Controller

There’s been quite a few attempts at creating a physical game controller for the iPhone. The most successful of which has probably been the ThinkGeek iCade.

Despite a few other promising starts, it seems the main hurdle has been Apple allowing unfettered access between said game controllers and the iOS devices themselves. As a result, most game controllers have relied on emulating a Bluetooth keyboard to interface with the iPhone or iPad. While it works well enough for digital controls such as the iCade, full analog stick control has remained elusive.

A company called 60beat is now offering their solution which does offer dual analog sticks as well as a number of other standard directional controls and buttons. The 60beat GamePad connects through the headphone jack of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to accomplish this task:

via MacRumors iPhone and iPad Blog: Apps, News, and Rumors.

Play Angry Birds On A Watch!

Digital Watch

Fitness watches are one thing, but how about a fitness watch that lets you play a few levels of Angry Birds in between wind sprints? Motorola’s MotoACTV debuted alongside the Droid RAZR not too long ago, and one developer has finally taken it upon itself to unleash its full potential.

The hack comes courtesy of developer Chris Wade, whose past endeavors include the Dingleberry PlayBook root method and the (ill-fated) iEmu project. While he’s best known for his software projects, he’s quite the hardware buff too — before working getting to work on a root process, he felt the need to tear the thing apart first.

via Rooted MotoACTV Brings Web Browsing And Angry Birds To Your Wrist | TechCrunch.

App Alert: Rescue Smurfs FREE!

Just Released Today.  Brand New!  (Sorry, Smurf dog not included)

Naught Gargamels is coming out to capture smurfs for their blue blood. In order to stop them and rescue smurfs, you have to give their head a knock, simple and rude!

In each level, you shall not miss certain quantity of Gargamels. If you miss that number, you cannot level up. And be careful! Smurfs can not be hitted, otherwise your score will be decreased.

There are 8 levels in all. The wooden hole will get more and the speed will be faster. You have to pass the level one by one.

Quick of eye and deft of hand, hit Gargamels and rescue smurfs. Well made images and relax background music are chosen for each level. You’ll love this game!

Get your hands on the FREE app HERE

Sony PlayStation Vita Launches In Japan!

Playstation Vita

Sony released its PlayStation Vita handheld gaming console in Japan on Saturday in a bid to recapture share in the mobile gaming market from Apple’s iOS.

The Japanese consumer electronics maker released its next-generation portable seven years after the arrival of the PlayStation Portable. The device is set to roll out in other parts of Asia by the end of the year before launching in North America and Europe next February.

via AppleInsider | Sony launches PlayStation Vita handheld to reclaim mobile gaming.

Who Needs An iPad When You Could Have The Connect 4 Spongebob Edition Game

O.K., forget what the title of this article says.  We would really rather have a new iPad.  However, not everyone in the family has big bucks, and you can’t ask for just the expensive stuff.  Perhaps this would make a great gift idea when your Aunt asks what you want?  She’s not loaded and the Connect 4 Spongebob Edition could end up being a much nicer gift.  Certainly better than the sweater she was thinking of getting you.  Just like millions of kids, we think Spongebob Rocks!  Price: $19.99

Connect 4 Spongebob Squarepants Edition


Who Needs An iPad When You Could Have The Connect 4 Spongebob Edition Game

O.K., forget what the title of this article says.  We would really rather have a new iPad.  However, not everyone in the family has big bucks, and you can’t ask for just the expensive stuff.  Perhaps this would make a great gift idea when your Aunt asks what you want?  She’s not loaded and the Connect 4 Spongebob Edition could end up being a much nicer gift.  Certainly better than the sweater she was thinking of getting you.  Just like millions of kids, we think Spongebob Rocks!  Price: $19.99

Connect 4 Spongebob Squarepants Edition


XBox Sale Hit Record Week

Xbox

The Xbox 360 saw its biggest sales week in the product’s history during last week’s “Black Friday” sales rush, according to Microsoft.

In all, over 960,000 consoles were sold in the United States during the week, the company said Tuesday. Of those, 800,000 were sold within a 24-hour period.

Additionally, 750,000 Kinect sensors were sold during the week, between standalone units and those bundled with consoles.

This record week comes during the system’s seventh year on the market, an unprecedented accomplishment for a video game console.

via Gamasutra – News – Black Friday Week Biggest In Xbox History.

Nintendo Sales Up. Go Mario!!

Super Mario 3D Land and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword helped Nintendo to a successful kickoff of the holiday sales season.

The new Nintendo 3DS game, Super Mario 3D Land, which landed in stores Nov. 11, has become the fastest-selling portable Mario game in company history, selling more than 500,000 units since launch, says Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime.

Meanwhile, the Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, released for the Nintendo Wii on Sunday, Nov. 20, has sold 535,000 copies since its U.S. launch, making it the fastest-selling Zelda game ever, he says.

via Nintendo sees skyward sales on Black Friday.