http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/2207229.stm I have to say that it is great reading Nintendo's wifi service has been used so much. This is going to push developers to create MMORPGs for a handheld, and hopefully it will be nintendo. I say this because when you sell, people want to make for you. Its the exact reason Burnout did not make it to gamecube but did to the DS. I was trying to think of other major online titles that will be hitting the DS. All I can think of right now is Metroid DS, which is looking gorgeous. So far there hasnt been any other major announcements. I hope that Metroid is not the only thing that I look forward to playing. Mario Party online would be an enjoyable game, but I have posted before, PSO would be wonderful.
nice, good job nintendo. how does wi-fi work for the DS? is it built in or do you have to buy an adapter. and is there a way to use your own wireless router instead of finding a wi-fi hotspot?
Wifi is built in:nod: It is extremely easy to use and free. You can use a wireless router hotspot and it gives you a list of the compatible routers. Or you can go to McDonalds. You can also use other hotspots as long as they do not require a web interface to connect. If they do, or you do not have a wireless router, you can purchase a USB dongle to connect to the internet through a laptop or home computer. The donlge is 35 dollars and was at first announced an online only purchase. However, it is now in stores...hmmm I wonder if Ninty surprised themselves with how big of a success Nintendo Wifi was.
how far do wireless hotspots reach? i have a Mc Dons across the street [ although i don't think they have wi-fi ] and a starbucks not that much further. and is that "dongle" you speak of a nintendo product?
The Dongle is a straight up Nintendo Product for those who do not have wireless routers or go into a hotspot that uses a web interface (you would plug the dongle into your laptop). Actually, I was surprised by where it can reach. I can get any where in my house, and when I go to my gf's apartments I can access anyone who is living in the area. I think its kind of funny because some people have open spots and I just use theirs. I am not intirely sure how far it reaches the McDonalds locations. I can test it out sometime though. EDIT: The link to the wifi-adapter http://store.nintendo.com/webapp/wc...694&lastAction=ProductDisplay&orderTotal=null
Wow... thats a nice number of users in only 3 weeks. It is extremly easy to use. a 5 year old could figure it out.
