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Playstation portable games: Sony to create a smartphone with PSP gaming capabilities

Elautech — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:41:33 +0000

There is an interesting nonofficial announcement coming from Japan: Several journalist have made public that Sony is planning to develop a smartphone where users will be able to play PSP games. In addition, apparently, Sony would be creating a device with a wide range of features, so it would not be easy to define it as a netbook, or an e-reader, or a handheld console (like PSP); actually, it would be a combination of all of them.

These projects are the reaction of Sony to Apple strategies, particularly regarding the iPad and iPhone. So, this is an interesting competition that, hopefully, will benefit the end users. But, at the same time, it could be interpreted as an obvious and meaningful evolution of the PSP, a console that has had strong competitors since it was launched commercially.

As you can imagine, the new smartphone that would be able to play PSP games won’t include slots to insert game cartridges. Instead, they could be connected to the online shop “PlayStation Store” (which is currently accessible by using a PlayStation 3 or PSP console) to download games developed for PSP. Sony Ericsson is working on this smartphone and, most likely, it will impact the mobile market in a strong way. However, it is not clear yet whether the whole PSP catalog will be supported, or only a reduced number of games. Apparently, the original games developed by Sony will be totally supported, but maybe third-party games could have some limitations, at least initially.

For the moment, the only thing we can do is to wait for official announcements and watch for the way how these projects move forward, since Sony is constantly surprising us with innovations and unexpected products. After the launch of the PSPGo, which has had very little success, the company needs a new product with a “wow” factor: That would be an opportunity to recover fans and increase earnings.

Wii Fit upgrade: Riiflex adds weight to your Wiimote

Elautech — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:29:11 +0000

It’s probably the number one New Year’s resolution: lose weight and exercise more. Good for you, but usually not much fun. The Wii Fit is a great tool to get you off the couch and moving more, but those workouts don’t offer any resistance. Training with weights is a very effective way to boost your metabolism and drop pounds. No, resistance is not futile.

Enter the Riiflex, which turns a Wiimote into a weighted dumbbell. It has two weight options — 2 and 5 pounds — as well as trigger ports to access all the Wiimote buttons. The design is a prototype, but flabby biceps everywhere hope it comes out soon — bikini season is just around the corner.

Official price isn’t available yet, but for five bucks you can purchase a reservation for one before they’re available in stores. Much cheaper than a gym membership… more fun, too.

PSP 3000

Elautech — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:58:07 +0000

Product Description

Edition: Silver – Limited Edition Ratchet and Clank Pack

The PlayStation Portable Limited Edition Ratchet and Clank PSP-3000 Entertainment Pack brings together the latest revision of the PlayStation Portable (PSP) with the fun mayhem of the latest Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters game. Play technological games, listen to music, connect to the Internet, and do more with this Entertainment Pack. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; }

The PSP gives you plenty of entertainment options during a flight.

The Limited Edition set includes an exclusive silver-colored PSP and the game Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters.

The PlayStation Portable Ratchet and Clank PSP-3000 Entertainment Pack:

Features the latest PlayStation Portable with built-in microphone.
Includes the game Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters.
Lets you look at your photos, listen to music, and watch videos and movies on the go.
Has built-in WiFi for multiplayer gaming action and connecting to the Internet.

PlayStation Portable – Now with Included Microphone and Brighter Screen
The latest Playstation Portable revision, the PSP-3000, has everything the older PSPs had but now includes a built-in microphone, which lets you take advantage of voice features in some games as well as the PSP’s built-in Skype functionality without having to use a headset. The new PSP-3000 also includes an improved anti-reflective screen that offers higher contrast and clearer visibility in well-lit places and can even be used outdoors.

A Full Entertainment System in Your Hands
The PSP was designed to handle all varieties of applications and entertainment — music, video, communication, wireless networking, and, of course, gaming. Users will enjoy top-notch 3D games with high-quality, full-motion video, and high-fidelity audio. The 4.3-inch wide screen display is bright and beautiful, and works well under many different lighting conditions. If you prefer, you can also connect your PSP to your TV. The PSP utilizes the Universal Media Disc (UMD) for a storage medium, each of which holds 1.8 GB of data.

Hundred of Games to Choose From
The PSP gaming library is hundreds of titles strong and covers a wide variety of genres. Whether you are seeking the hard hits of football or the strategy of a puzzle game, there’s sure to be many games for you. The PSP is capable of graphics quality that is comparable to the PlayStation 2, but in a pocket-sized package that you can take wherever you go.

Watch Movies and Videos On The Go
When you just want to sit back and enjoy a movie on a long plane trip, the PSP has you covered. The PSP offers two options to do this: you can either purchase full-length movies and TV shows on UMD, or you can download videos onto your computer and transfer them on a Memory Stick Duo for playing on your PSP. Included in the package is the movie National Treasure 2 on UMD.

You can also watch recorded television content downloaded to a Memory Stick Duo with the TiVo-To-Go service. (Please note that this requires $24.95 fee, you must have a TiVo Series2 connected to your home network.)

Listen to Your Music Collection Anywhere
With the ability to play MP3, WAV, WMA, ATRAC3+, and MP4 files, you can easily use your PSP as an audio player. Simply place your music on a Memory Stick Duo, and you can navigate your collection using the PSP’s XMB (XrossMediaBar) to select your song to play.

UMD discs can hold 1.8 GB for epic games and full-length movies.

Show and Share Photos With Your Friends
With the PSP, you can show a slideshow of your photo collection with your friends by simply placing them on a Memory Stick Duo and accessing them via PSP’s XMB. Additionally, you can beam photos wirelessly to friends who also have a PSP.

Download content from the PlayStation Store onto the PSP.

Built-in WiFi allows for Internet Browsing and Online Gaming
With built-in WiFi, you can access the Internet from any accessible hotspot. Once connected, you can surf the Web and download exclusive demos and content for your PSP from the PlayStation Store.

The WiFi also allows you to battle other gamers, both over the Internet and in your local vicinity.

Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters Game Included
With this Limited Edition set, you’ll get to play Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters right out of the box. A combination of a platformer and shooter, Size Matters delivers the over-the-top humor and fun that the series has come to be known for.

As is Ratchet and Clank’s hallmark, the game features large cache of weapons, each of which can be upgraded to become larger and stronger. It’s the sheer wackiness of the weapons that makes the game so much fun: among the many weapons at your disposal, you’ll have the option of wielding a shotgun, a pistol that shoots killer bees, and a gun that shoots out robots.

The game makes full use of the PSP hardware and incorporates multiple lighting and particle effects without any slowdown in gameplay.

With this Limited Edition Entertainment Pack, you won’t be lacking in entertainment options when you’re on the run. In fact, you might actually start looking forward to your long commute.

What’s in the Box:
PSP-3000, Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters UMD game, National Treasure 2 UMD movie, 1GB Memory Stick Duo, PlayStation Network game download voucher for echochrome.

The Limited Edition Entertainment Pack includes everything seen here.

Product Description
Play thrilling games, movies, music, connect to the Internet, talk to friends around the world with Skype with the built-in microphone, and more. With the PSP system’s all new, dazzling widescreen LCD screen, the PSP system is truly the only place to play. Anytime. Anywhere.

Product Description
Journey across the galaxy and discover weapons and gadgets to help you with your mission. The PlayStation Portable Ratchet and Clank Limited Edition Bundle comes with mystic silver PSP, Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters game, National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets UMD movie, 1GB Memory Stick Duo and Echochrome game download voucher. The PSP in this bundle is the PSP-3000 which is not only slimmer and lighter, but features an enhanced screen and built-in microphone.

Product Features

Edition: Silver – Limited Edition Ratchet and Clank Pack

Limited Edition pack includes PlayStation Portable and Ratchet and Clank game
Newest PSP-3000 revision has built-in microphone
Includes National Treasure 2 UMD movie and 1 GB Memory Stick Duo
Built-in WiFi lets connect to the Internet and play against others wirelessly
Portable Media Player lets you watch movies and listen to music via UMD and Memory Stick Duo

Wii Fit

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:26:38 +0000

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Product Description

The active-play phenomenon started by Wii Sports now spreads to your whole body thanks to Wii Fit and the pressure-sensitive Wii Balance Board, which comes bundled with it. Used together players will experience an extensive array of fun, dynamic and surprisingly challenging activities, including aerobics, yoga, muscle stretches and balance oriented games. The focus of these activities is towards providing a “core” workout, a popular exercise method that emphasizes slower, controlled motions, but it’s the fun approach to fitness of Wii Fit that will keep players hooked on fitness for years to come.

Have fun while you get fit

The Wii Balance Board.

Calculate your BMI and Wii Fit age.

Enjoy a wide variety of mini-games.

Follow your own personal trainer.

Track your progress against friends.

The Wii Fit Balance Board
The primary tenet of Wii Fit is balance. Your center of balance, the point between your left and right sides when you stand upright, has a lot to do with your health. Those without an even center of balance will be unnaturally compensating for this imbalance, which causes their posture to become misaligned, increasing the possibility of putting unnecessary strain on their bodies. This is where the Wii Balance Board comes in.

Similar in appearance to a step aerobics board, the Wii Balance Board is much, much more. Easily capable of supporting weights up to a maximum of 300 pounds, it is sturdy and precise, able to measure weight and register pressure accurately when placed on a variety of flat surfaces. This advanced level of sensitivity allows for both the wide range of activities found in the Wii Fit software as well as the board’s amazing ability recognize individual players by their weight alone.

Getting Started: Create a Profile
Before you jump into doing exercises and activities, you’ll start by creating a profile. This is done easily and intuitively by simply choosing a Mii, entering your height and age information, and doing a few quick tests that will serve as a baseline for your new Wii fitness regimen. These tests are:

BMI Check: BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that is the standard used by agencies such as the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health. To check your BMI, you’ll enter your height then stand on the Wii Balance Board and let it read your weight.
Wii Fit Age: After you’ve checked your BMI, you’ll do a basic balance test and find out your current Wii Fit Age. This basic balance test measures how well you can control your left and right balance. Based on the results, you’ll be assigned a Wii Fit Age.

Four Categories of Fun
Once you have created your profile it’s time to have some fun. Wii Fit features four main categories of exercises to choose from: Strength Training, Aerobics, Yoga and Balance Games. Wii Fit will guide you through the first three with the help of your own virtual personal trainer, while the balance games offer variety and fun to help keep you engaged and excited about your fitness goals. In addition, as you spend time exercising, you’ll earn Fit Credits that unlock additional exercises and activities within your favorite categories that will allow you to continue to push yourself. See more detail on the four categories below:

Strength Training: Put your strength to the test with muscle-toning exercises like Single Leg Extension, Sideways Leg Lift, Arm and Leg Lift, Single-Arm Stand, Torso Twists, Rowing Squat, Single Leg Twist, Lunge, Push-Up and Side Plank, Jackknife, Plank and Tricep Extension. Challenges include Push-Up Challenge, Plank Challenge and Jackknife Challenge.
Aerobics: Get your heart pumping with fun, interactive Aerobic exercises like Hula Hoop, Basic Step, Basic Run, Super Hula Hoop, Advanced Step, 2-P Run, Rhythm Boxing, Free Step and Free Run.
Yoga: Work on your balance and flexibility with Yoga poses and activities like Deep Breathing, Half-Moon, Dance, Cobra, Bridge, Spinal Twist, Shoulder Stand, Warrior, Tree, Sun Salutation, Standing Knee, Palm Tree, Chair, Triangle and Downward-Facing Dog.
Balance Games: Get into the action with fun, balanced-based games like Soccer Heading, Ski Slalom, Ski Jump, Table Tilt, Tightrope Walk, Balance Bubble, Penguin Slide, Snowboard Slalom and Lotus Focus.

Keep Track of Your Progress
Because keeping fit is an ongoing process, Wii Fit also tracks the activities you do the most and puts them into your Favorites category. With this information players can note exercises and activities that they are strong in, as well as others that may need to improve at. Some of the ways players can use this information for are to:

Keep tabs on your daily progress with easy-to-understand graphs and charts. Using your personal profile, you can set goals, view a graph of your BMI results over time, see how many Fit Credits you’ve earned, check your Wii Fit Age and even enter exercise time you’ve done outside of Wii Fit. It’s all about coming back and exercising a little every day, and the personal profile makes tracking your daily progress simple and easy.
Quickly check your Wii Fit Age and BMI without even putting the game in the console by going directly to the Wii Fit Channel.
Allow up to eight family members can create their own profiles in Wii Fit. On the profile-selection screen, everyone in the family can see each other’s recent BMI progress and Fit Credit total. This will allow families to have a friendly competition to exercise and get fit.

Variety, fun and progress tracking; Wii Fit has it all. So, Wii owners if you ready to reclaim your balance and get fit all you need is Wii Fit, a few minutes a day to play and the urge to have fun. Get on board today.

Video Game Review by 1UP.com (What’s this?)

Wii Fit Review: Can It Really Help You Shape Up?

By Jennifer Tsao — 12/5/2008

Wii Fit’s doing something right. A couple of days into the game’s workout regimen, I didn’t want to keep playing — it is exercise, after all. But I persevered, and eventually I improved at the minigames, felt physically challenged on some exercises, and generally felt better after racking up 15 or 30 minutes a day of Wii fitness. But I never really wanted to play. Which, I suppose, is the rule of exercise — it’s exhausting, but keep it up, and you’ll feel great at all other times of the day.That’s mostly how Wii Fit is. The yoga and strength training aren’t really even games; you just follow along with a trainer, working out in the world’s most lifeless, depressing gym. Certainly, lunges and leg lifts are great for developing muscle strength — and if you can successfully hold plank poses the way your trainer does, you’re sure to burn off at least a few of those Mario-themed cupcakes you inhaled last night at dinner.

But measuring success is one of Wii Fit’s shortcomings. While the Balance Board (the game’s packed-in peripheral, which is a bit bigger than a bathroom scale) seems to sense — quite precisely — your center of balance and how hard you’re pushing, it’s sometimes tough to tell whether the game is praising you for performing the exercise right, or doing so just because you managed to keep your heel or toe dug in particularly well on a given move. It certainly lets you know when you’re doing something horribly wrong (for example, if you put the wrong leg down because you lost balance), but Wii Fit’s definition of “right” feels a bit more vague.

Still, for people who don’t exercise (or haven’t in a very, very long time), the game’s suite of yoga poses — ranging from very simple bends and stretches to more advanced, challenging fare such as the warrior pose and sun salutation — serve as a wonderful introduction to the healthy practice. And for the honest gamer looking to get fit (and not “game” the Board’s sensitivity), the strength training offers a genuine workout that you won’t get from any other videogame. The feedback Wii Fit gives you via its unique controller is unlike anything I’ve seen, and I’ve played a few dancepad- and EyeToy-based exercise games in my time.

For pure entertainment, the aerobic- and balance-based minigames (dancing, skiing, etc.) are much more fun and lively. Snowboarding feels real…and once you get the hang of hula-hooping, it gets the heart pumping and makes you look completely ridiculous (always a bonus in my book). Some of the minigames are as great as anything you’ll play in Wii Sports, with one notable caveat: Wii Fit doesn’t do a whole lot with multiplayer. Obviously, it’s unrealistic to expect one household to have multiple Balance Boards, so multiplayer is limited to a jogging minigame, which doesn’t even use the board (you put the Wii Remote in your pocket and run in place). Despite that understandable rationale, it’s a damn shame that Nintendo didn’t incorporate better multiplayer support, which could’ve made it legitimately more fun for the whole family to exercise together.

All activities in Wii Fit award Fit Credits, which unlock more exercises and minigames. And this unlocking mechanic — combined with the fact that the game ranks all the players on your Wii on the same leaderboard — helps motivate you to keep playing. I found myself particularly addicted to certain games (the one where you head soccer balls while avoiding other flying objects, and another where your Mii is in a bubble, trying to navigate along a twisty river), trying to earn more Fit Credits and improve my score (and beat my housemates). Unlocking a new difficulty level or length of exercises (“Woo-hoo, now I can do 20 reps instead of 10!”) isn’t quite as rewarding, but earning credits to open up new minigames feels fantastic.

For an exercise game, Wii Fit gives you a surprising amount of freedom — and that’s not always a good thing. Yes, you’re supposed to weigh yourself each day and test your core muscles to gauge overall progress. And, yes, the game keeps a chart of your weight loss (or gain, as was the case with me) and body mass index trends. But while the Mii integration is positively brilliant — it scales your Mii relatively fatter or thinner based on your actual stats — this modicum of structure isn’t likely to keep couch potatoes from slacking. I wanted more regulation, more guidance, more demands. When you have complete freedom to choose what you want to do, you might find yourself cheating, despite your best intentions. I mean, c’mon — this is a workout game. I self-motivated on plenty of challenging activities (running in place, lunges), yet I still found myself doing lots of simple yoga poses and rudimentary calisthenics to unlock more stuff with minimal effort. I guess I’d hoped an exercise videogame would make fitness a lot more fun — and easier to do. And, though it doesn’t quite exceed those expectations, Wii Fit will get you moving — especially if you’re looking for a gentle, fun introduction to an exercise program.

Product Features

Wii Fit comes with the Wii Balance Board and requires a Wii console to play. Wii console sold separately.
Wii Fit combines fitness with fun and is designed for everyone, young and old. Wii Fit players work towards personal fitness goals and they block soccer balls, swivel hips to power hoop twirls, and go big on ski jumps to get themselves there.
Check your daily progress, set goals, check your Wii Fit Age, and even enter exercise time you’ve done outside of Wii Fit.
Wii Fit Age is measured by factoring the user’s BMI reading, testing the user’s center of gravity and conducting quick balance tests.
Training is at the core of Wii Fit. You can spend as much (or as little) time as you want trying out all of the 40+ activities Wii Fit offers.

Wii Charge Station

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:08:39 +0000

Product Description
Nyko’s Charge Station for Wii is a great wayto save money on batteries. This dock features twin rechargeable battery packs for the Wii Remote — just connect the Wii Remotes and let them sit until you’re ready to play. Charges two Wiimotes at once.

Product Features

Charge 2 Wii remote at the same time
LED charge indicator lights
Charge one remote while you use the other

Wii Dual Charge Station & Turbo Cooler

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:05:48 +0000

Product Description
This custom station features two (2) Wii remote charging docks and a turbo cooling fan, all integrated into an ultra-compact vertical stand. Also included are two (2) rechargeable battery packs that deliver the juice you need for non-stop gaming. The built-in LED turns red while charging and changes to blue once your remotes are fully charged. Station features a cool glow at the base, with its own on/off switch.

Product Description
Cool down your Wii’s temperature and charge your Remotes with Intec’s Dual Charging Station with Turbo Cooler. Keep your Wii remotes charged at all times for non-stop 24/7 gaming The built in Turbo Cooler keeps the Wii internal components cool at all times, preventing unnecessary overheating

Product Features

Your all-in-one Wii gaming station
Wii not included
Compatible with Wii
LIFETIME WARRANTY

CABLES4PC For Nintendo Wii RACING GAME STEERING WHEEL CONTROLLER

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:03:05 +0000

Product Description
Now you can add more realism to the Wii racing games with this Steering Wheel . Playing racing games on your Nintendo Wii will never feel the same again – get a more realistic gaming experience with this simple and novel device . Firm grip support minimize hand fatigue . Heavy duty design ensures these attachment handles can withstand the stress from the realistic sport simulation .Innovative design ensures quick release of the remote control from the attachment handle

Product Features

100% new high quality generic (non-OEM) Controller Steering Wheel for Nintendo Wii Remote Control, White
Now you can add more realism to the Wii racing games with this attachment handle Playing on your Nintendo Wii will never feel the same again
This steering wheel can be used with Excite Truck, GT Pro Series, Excitebike, Mario Kart 64, Moto Roaderm Need for Speed: Carbon Nintendo Wii, Monster 3×3: World Circuit, Cars, and many other Wii Racing games. Firm grip support minimize hand fatigue
Heavy duty design ensures these attachment handles can withstand the stress from the realistic sport simulation Innovative design ensures quick release of the remote control from the attachment handle Innovative design ensures quick release of the remote control from the attachment handle
Material: ABS ** Accessory ONLY. Nintendo Wii Remote control not included.

Wii 7-In-1 Player’s Kit

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:00:15 +0000

Product Description

Includes Wii remote charger,rechargable battery pack, component cable,micro racing wheel, tennis, baseball, golf extensions

FEATURES:

Wii Players’s Kit 7 in 1 Bundle Pack
7 Essential Items for your Nintendo Wii

INCLUDES:

Wii Remote Charger
Rechargeable Battery Pack
Component Cable
Micro Racing Wheel
Tennis Extension
Baseball Bat Extension
Golf Extension

PLEASE ALLOW 10-14 BUSINESS DAYS FOR DELIVERY

Product Features

Nintendo Wii,
Racing Wheel
All Nintendo Wii Racing Games

Official Nintendo Wii Wheel

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:56:37 +0000

Product Description
The Wii Wheel transforms the Wii Remote controller into a steering wheel that feels natural in anyone’s hands, while the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller offer a classic control style for the Mario Kart veteran. In either configuration, players can perform speed-boosting tricks with a shake of the Wii Remote.
Marketing description is not available.

Product Features

Wireless Racing Wheel
Precision Control
Adjustable Steering Sensitivity
Requires a Wii Remote Controller (not included)
0.63 Lb.

Wii Remote Controller

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:53:44 +0000

Product Description

To make gaming as accessible to people of all ages and all abilities, Nintendo wanted to create a controller that was as inviting as it was sophisticated- the result is the Wii Remote. Nintendo fused the global familiarity of a remote control with the sophistication of motion-sensing technology to come up with an input device that differentiates the Wii from any other console that has come before it.

Revolutionary control
Sporting the dimensions of a small traditional remote control, the wireless Wii Remote is a multifunctional device that is limited only by the game designer’s imagination. The magic of the Wii Remote’s design lies within; acellerometers inside the controller body measure movement in all directions and at all speeds. In a tennis game, it serves as your racket as you swing your arm for a long forehand or a quick and hard backhand. In a 4×4 driving game it serves as a steering wheel, allowing you to swerve to avoid obstacles or pickup power-ups. In first-person shooters, the Wii Remote acts as a firearm that you can point directly at an on-screen enemy. The list of potential uses is enormous, and the light weight of the Wii Remote allows gamers to play for hours without feeling fatigued.

As comfortable as it is functional

The Wii Remote is equally comfortable in right and left hands and houses just the right number of buttons for gaming- not so many that new players will get confused, but enough so that Wii games don’t feel constrained. On the face of the remote are the D (or “plus”) pad, a large “A” button which is used for major on-screen actions, and two small options buttons. Between the game buttons are a plus and minus buttons (which often act as “forwards” and “back”), as well as a “Home” button to engage the Wii home screen to change settings or check remote battery levels. On the back side of the controller is a trigger-like “B” button, perfect for timing releases of a bowling roll in Wii Sports.

Thankfully, battery life is excellent with the two included AA batteries, just as with the previous generation of Nintendo wireless controllers.

Immersive intelligence

Along the bottom of the Wii Remote, four blue LED lights indicate which player position the remote is currently set to. The controller automatically connects to the Wii console via Bluetooth wireless technology. Below the LEDs, an expansion port lets you connect a number of devices including the Nunchuck and Classic controllers for Virtual Console gaming (Virtual Console games and controller accessories sold separately). Other features of the Wii Remote include adjustable rumble force-feedback and a reinforced wrist strap to ensure safe use. A speaker inside the remote gives the player feedback about the strength of swings or the accuracy of their moves- such as realistic tennis noises as the “racket” connects with the ball in Wii Sports. Overall, the physical design of the remote is extremely sturdy and of very high quality, ensuring countless hours of Wii gaming fun!

Product Description
The Wii Remote Controller makes gaming as accessible to people of all ages and all abilities. Nintendo fused the familiarity of a remote control with the sophistication of motion-sensing technology — creating a multifunctional device limited only by the imagination. In a tennis game, it serves as your racket you swing with your arm. In a driving game, it serves as your steering wheel. For first-person shooters, the remote acts as your weapon that you point at an enemy. The list of potential uses goes on and on.

Product Features

Used as a remote, operates up to 15 feet away
Built-in speaker
Rumble
Features expansion port for additional input devices, such as the Nunchuk controller

Wii Nunchuk Controller

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:38:05 +0000

Product Description

The Wii Nunchuk controller is a secondary controller that adds even more innovation to the next generation of gaming, and does it all with less physical movement.Used in conjunction with the standard Wii remote, certain games need the Nunchuk controller for additional control options. Contoured perfectly to fit a player’s hand,

The Wii Nunchuk (left) connects directly to the Wii remote.

the Nunchuk controller builds on the simplicity of the Wii Remote controller. The Nunchuk contains the same three-axis motion sensor found in the Wii Remote, but also includes an analog stick, and two buttons to help assist in character movement.

Many games will allow you to control your character’s movement with the Nunchuk in your left hand, while your right hand is free to execute the action movements with the Wii Remote. For example, the Nunchuk is particularly useful for games like Wii Boxing. You can use the Nunchuk to punch with your weaker hand, while you use the Wii remote to punch and jab with your predominant hand.

Take the fun to the next level with two-handed control of your games.

In first-person shooters, the Nunchuk controller carries the burden of movement, freeing you to aim and fire using a more natural motion with the Wii Remote. In a football game, you can make your quarterback elusive with the Nunchuk controller while you search for an open receiver to throw to using the Wii Remote. Serious gamers may even want to use two Nunchuk controllers to gain a fierce competitive edge.

Because the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers are only relatively dependent on each other, players are free to hold them in whichever hand is most comfortable. Perfectly suitable for either right or left-hand use, the Wii Nunchuk controller grants accessibility not often seen in previous game controllers.

Also, the Nunchuk controller doesn’t need its own power–it plugs into the Wii Remote controller when it’s in use. So there’s no need to worry about charging or replacing expensive batteries.

Adding a Nunchuk to your Wii system will definitely help you open the doors to the next level of gaming, and seriously step up performance. Just be careful not to knock out your significant other, or bruise the dog, severely, while using one, or two Nunchuk controllers.

Product Description
Contoured to perfectly fit a player’s hand, the Nunchuk controller goes an extra step to meet the needs of gamers. It features the same motion-sensing technology enabled in the Wii Remote controller, with an analog stick to assist in character movement. Use it to move your characters and have them perform all kinds of specific actions — whether it’s throwing a pass in football or aiming a ranged weapon in an action game. The ambidextrous nature of the Wii controllers grants accessibility seldom seen in game controllers.

Product Features

Motion sensor function (3 axes)
Two buttons – C, Z
Uses the communication function of the Wii Remote Control
Size(LxWxD) – 4.45 x 1.5 x 1.48 (113 x 38.2 x 37.5 mm)

Wii fit with Wii console Controler nunchuck

Elautech — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:23:28 +0000

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Product Description
This exclusive bundle comes with the Nintendo Wii console which includes Wii Sports, a sensor bar, an AV cable, a Wii stand, a Wii remote and a nunchuk controller for even more exciting game-control possibilities. Wii Fit: Get fit with over 40 activities and exercises, including strength training, aerobics, yoga and balance games. Challenge your family and friends to get in shape. Create your own personal profile and set goals, test your balance, track your progress with daily workouts and unlock new exercises and activities.

Product Features

Interactive Gaming Fun for the Whole Family
Includes Wii Nunchuk Controller, Wii Wired Sensor Bar, Wii Remote, Wii Sports Game, A/V Cable for Standard TV Connections, Wii Stand, Nintendo Wii Console, Carrying Case, Wii Fit Hardware
Games Included: Wii Fit with Balance Board & Wii Sports Game
Features Wireless Gaming Capabilities, Slim, Lightweight Design
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to APO / FPO / PO Boxes.

PlayStation 3 Edition 160 GB

Elautech — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:33:06 +0000

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Product Description

Edition: 160 GB Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune Pack

As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the Sony PlayStation 3 an even more versatile home entertainment machine. Features such as video chat, Internet access, digital photo viewing, and digital audio and video will likely make it the central component of your media set-up. Still, it is first and foremost a game console–and a powerful one at that.

Under the Hood
The PS3 features IBM’s “Cell” processor and a co-developed Nvidia graphics processor that makes the system able to perform two trillion calculations per second. That’s approximately 320 times more calculations per second than the PS2. Along with the traditional AV and composite connections, it also boasts an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, which delivers uncompressed, unconverted digital picture and sound to compatible high-definition TV and projectors. The system is capable of 128-bit pixel precision and 1080p resolution for a full HD experience.

PlayStation 3 is a powerful gaming and home entertainment machine.

Blu-Ray is the New Way
Sony’s PlayStation 3 games are encoded onto the Blu-Ray disc media format, which can hold six times as much data as traditional DVDs. This increase in capacity, combined with the awesome power of its processor and graphics card, promises mind-blowing games once developers have learned how to fully harness the new console’s power. The PS3 will also support CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R formats.

Use a variety of hand-to-hand combat moves to neutralize enemies.

Explore an exotic locale to find the hidden treasure.

In addition, PlayStation 3 system software update version 2.20 and up includes BD Live support. With this you can now play discs that support Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0 (BD-LIVE) and you can also connect to the Internet while playing discs that support this format so that you can obtain additional features. Features that are available vary depending on the software in use.

Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune
Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune is included with this Sony PlayStation 3 bundle pack. The game begins with a 400-year-old clue found in the coffin of famed explorer, Sir Francis Drake. The clue sends modern-day fortune hunter, Nathan Drake, on a quest to find the fabled treasure of El Dorado, leading to the discovery of a long forgotten island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The expedition turns deadly when Drake’s party becomes stranded on an island and hunted by modern day pirates. Outnumbered and outgunned, Nathan must fight to survive and unravel the terrible secrets of the mysterious island.

Adventure, Mystery, and Exploration Abound
Using maps and ancient artifacts you’ll uncover clues and unravel mysteries that will reveal a forgotten island a lost treasure. This uncharted world is alive with intrigue and mystery, and you’ll revel in the amazing graphics as you explore exotic locations and traverse through living jungles and 400-year-old ruins. Drake’s not all on his own — his companions and allies play an important role in the adventure through cooperative gameplay mechanics, gun play, and exploration.

Action-Packed gameplay
Your abilities will be tested, challenge after challenge, as you struggle to stay alive by any means necessary. Thrilling high-speed chases over land and water and terrifying gunfire will keep you on the edge of your seat. And if that’s not enough, you’ll need to employ an array of hand-to-hand combat moves to keep your enemies off balance with haymaker punches and running drop-kicks.

Charming, exciting, and adventure-packed, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune is an excellent addition to this Sony PlayStation 3 game console bundle.

What’s in the Box

Game system with 160 GB HD, Internet-ready built-in Wi-Fi, and 2 USB ports
Dualshock 3 wireless controller
Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune game
Voucher for downloadable PAIN game
Free PlayStation Network membership

Amazon.com Product Description
As DVD playback made the PlayStation 2 more than just a game machine, hefty multi-media features make the Sony PlayStation 3 an even more versatile home entertainment machine. Features such as video chat, internet access, digital photo viewing, and digital audio and video will likely make it the central component of your media set-up. Still, it is first and foremost a game console–a powerful one at that.

PlayStation 3: Tower of Power

Blu-Ray Is the New Way
Sony’s PlayStation 3 games are encoded onto the Blu-Ray disc media format, which can hold six times as much data as traditional DVDs. This increase in capacity, combined with the awesome power of its processor and graphics card, promises mind-blowing games once developers have learned how to fully harness the new console’s power. The PS3 will also support CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R formats.

Game system with 160GB HD, Internet ready built-in Wi-Fi, and 2 USB ports
Dualshock 3 wireless controller
Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune game
Voucher for downloadable PAIN game
Free PlayStation Network membership

Product Features

Edition: 160 GB Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune Pack

Internal 160GB HDD for storing your games, music, and photos
Built-in Blu-ray player and HDMI output for 1080p resolution
2 USB Ports, Internet ready with built-in Wi-Fi, and Free PlayStation Network Access
Includes 1 Dualshock 3 wireless controller
Includes Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune and a PAIN Downloadable game voucher

PlayStation 3 Logitech Driving Force GT Racing Wheel

Elautech — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:07:16 +0000

Product Description

From the Manufacturer
The official wheel of Gran Turismo®, featuring advanced force feedback technology.

Make your racing experience even more realistic. Enjoy unprecedented integration with Gran Turismo® 5 game functions, while advanced force feedback recreates bumps, crashes and traction loss with jaw-dropping realism.

Overview

		Control 24-position realtime adjustment dial: Fine-tune brake bias, TCS, and other settings on the fly for unprecedented control over your car’s performance. 900-degree wheel rotation: Go 2.5 times around lock to lock, just as you would behind the wheel of many real cars. Force feedback technology: Feel every inch of the road for maximum control and the ultimate racing experience. Gas and brake pedals: Get precise throttle and brake response with true-to-life pedals. Sequential stick shift: Go through the gears for the ultimate in control.

		Comfort Rubber-overmold rim: Enjoy a comfortable grip during intense races. Solid, one-piece wheel construction: Drive with confidence knowing this rigid, sturdy wheel won’t squeak or flex during aggressive maneuvers.

		Performance Custom tuned for popular games: See and feel every bit of wheel movement reflected in-game, without dead zones or lag. Ultra-precise optical encoding: Experience reliable and accurate handling race after race after race.

System Requirements

PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system OR
PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system

Package Contents

Force feedback steering wheel
Gas and brake pedals
Power supply
User documentation
1-year limited hardware warranty

The official wheel of Gran Turismo®

Product Description
Make your racing experience even more realistic. Enjoy unprecedented integration with Gran Turismo 5 game functions, while advanced force feedback recreates bumps, crashes and traction loss with jaw-dropping realism. Sequential stick shift – Go through the gears for the ultimate in control Rubber-over mold rim – Enjoy a comfortable grip during intense races Solid, one-piece wheel construction – Drive with confidence knowing this rigid, sturdy wheel won’t squeak or flex during aggressive maneuvers Custom tuned for popular games – See and feel every bit of wheel movement reflected in game, without dead zones or lag Ultra-precise optical encoding – Experience reliable and accurate handling

Product Features

24-position realtime adjustment dial: Fine-tune brake bias, TCS, and damper settings on the fly for unprecedented control over your car’s performance.
900-degree wheel rotation: Go 2.5 times around lock to lock, just as you would behind the wheel of many real cars.
Force feedback technology: Feel every inch of the road for maximum control and the ultimate racing experience.
Gas and brake pedals: Get precise throttle and brake response with true-to-life pedals.
Sequential stick shift: Go through the gears for the ultimate in control.

PS3/PC T-Flight Stick X

Elautech — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:57:39 +0000

Product Description
Thrustmaster T-Flight Stick X for PS3/PC. 2 Default Configurations PC: Flight Simulator X (**) by Microsoft® , the most popular flight simulatorPS3¿: Blazing Angels (**) by Ubisoft®. Unique: Plug & Play device offering extremely simple and quick installation, with all features preconfigured for immediate and hassle-free take-off! Ergonomic throttle lever. Extremely precise joystick with adjustable resistance control. Weighted base for enhanced stability. Wide hand rest for perfect comfort. Rotating handle with built-in locking system offering flawless control over plane rudder. Airbrake (civilian flight) or rapid fire (military flight) trigger with multidirectional hat (panoramic view). Exclusive MAPPING button allows users to instantly relocate functions from one button to another. Exclusive button enables users to instantly switch from one programmed configuration to another. Internal memory stores all programmed configurations, even when the joystick is disconnected from the PC. Fully programmable: 12 buttons and 4 axes, all extensively programmable.100% PS3®* and PC compatible. Does not include games exclusively controlled by the “Motion sensor” function. This joystick is not distributed under license or in any other way approved by Microsoft Corporation nor Sony Computer Entertainment Inc..

Product Description
With defaults for Microsoft Flight Simulator for PC and Ubisoft Blazing Angels for PS3 game system, the Thrustmaster T Flight Stick X FlightStick for PC and PS3 is ready for instant lift-off and flight. Rotating handle with built-in locking system offering flawless control over plane rudder Airbrake (civilian flight) or rapid fire (military flight) trigger with multidirectional hat (panoramic view) Exclusive MAPPING button allows users to instantly relocate functions from one button to another Exclusive button enables users to instantly switch from one programmed configuration to another Internal memory stores all programmed configurations, even when the joystick is disconnected from the PC Fully programmable – 12 buttons and 4 axes, all extensively programmable. 100% PS3 and PC compatible – Does not include games exclusively controlled by the Motion sensor function.

Product Features

2 Default Configurations. PC: Flight Simulator X (**) by Microsoft® , the most popular flight simulator. PS3¿: Blazing Angels (**) by Ubisoft®
Unique: Plug & Play device offering extremely simple and quick installation, with all features preconfigured for immediate and hassle-free take-off!
Airbrake (civilian flight) or rapid fire (military flight) trigger with multidirectional hat (panoramic view)
Exclusive MAPPING button allows users to instantly relocate functions from one button to another
Fully programmable: 12 buttons and 4 axes, all extensively programmable.

PlayStation 3 Wireless Sixaxis Controller

Elautech — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:53:29 +0000

Product Description
The PS3 Wireless Controller provides you with wireless control for more gaming freedom! It’s got the control you need for better gaming, combined with incredible wireless freedom. Play your favorite games up to 30 feet away! Its high-performance Analog sticks provide 360 degrees of smooth movement, and the D-pad gives you precise control.

Product Features

Controls feature two thumbsticks, D-pad and six buttons
Connects via bluetooth (wireless) or USB (wired)
Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack built-in
Battery running time – Around 30 hours
Play & Charge technology – Recharge battery pack when connecting via USB

Xbox 360 Wireless Controller

Elautech — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:49:33 +0000

Product Description

Color: Black

The Xbox 360 Black Wireless Controller gives you 30 feet of room to play your favorite games. You’ll get up to 40 hours of gameplay from two standard AA batteries — or connect a Play & Charge cable for uninterrupted play. Plug the Xbox 360 Headset into the controller for full duplex voice communication – a wireless first. With quick access to Xbox 360 features including DVDs, music, pictures, and more, along with the ability to support four wireless controllers simultaneously, gamers can experience wireless freedom, precision, high quality, and performance for endless gameplay. Vibration Control with On/Off settings Xbox Guide Button gives you quick access to all your favorite Xbox 360 system activities

Product Features

Color: Black

30-foot wireless range
Integrated 2.4GHz high-performance wireless technology
Ergonomic design enables maximum comfort and endless gameplay
Left and right shoulder buttons
Two Analog pressure-point triggers, two vibration feedback motors, eight-way directional pad are included