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Manufacturer: Nintendo Part number: CNET3DS
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- The Nintendo 3DS successfully offers a glasses-free 3D experience that needs to be seen to be believed. A weaker-than-usual launch lineup and some previously inactivated online features dampened its launch, but a recent price drop and a promising holiday lineup shine a light at the end of tunnel.
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CNET editors' review
Nintendo 3DS (Cosmo Black) price range: $171.99
- Reviewed by: Jeff Bakalar
- Reviewed on: 03/16/2011
- Released on: 03/27/2011
The good: The Nintendo 3DS provides an impressive 3D gaming experience without the need for special glasses. There's a 3D effect slider, it shoots and displays 3D photographs with its dual back-facing cameras, and it has a single front-facing camera. The 3DS comes preinstalled with a bevy of software and StreetPass and SpotPass services, and it comes with a drop-and-charge dock. Internet connectivity includes the eShop, Virtual Console, video marketplace, Internet browsing functionality, DSiWare transferring, and Netflix support.
The bad: The launch lineup is and remains lackluster, and the disappointing low-resolution lenses provide grainy photos. The 3D effect can cause headaches for some, and it can "snap out" because of sensitive viewing angles and games that encourage movement. The 3DS has a very short battery life, and most Internet functionality wasn't activated at launch.
The bottom line: The Nintendo 3DS successfully offers a glasses-free 3D experience that needs to be seen to be believed. A weaker-than-usual launch lineup and some previously inactivated online features dampened its launch, but a recent price drop and a promising holiday lineup shine a light at the end of tunnel.
User reviews
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Excellent system, innovative and well designed
by kingn8link on March 17, 2011
Pros: Great 3D effect, significant graphics upgrade, comfortable grip, welcomed interface and controls
Cons: Hurt my eyes just a little after a while.. but I turned it off and continued to enjoy the system.
Summary: Disregard the review giving it a 1 1/2 stars out of five. What a joke. How are you going to review a system without having "had any hands on ...
Summary: Disregard the review giving it a 1 1/2 stars out of five. What a joke. How are you going to review a system without having "had any hands on experience" and expect the fact that you've owned other Nintendo systems to suffice. Are you serious?
Anyway, I was surprised by this system. I mean, really surprised. It's one thing to hear about it, but it's another to experience it. I haven't purchased it but I played with it during the demo tours Nintendo is having. All I can say is, a review doesn't really do justice. I've read many reviews, but I wasn't overly excited. I was intrigued, but the whole 3D fanfare didn't translate well into writing.
Before you buy the system, try it out for yourself. Or take the opinion of someone who has tried it in person. Those are the best reviews in my opinion. It's an impressive system and I can't wait to see how developers are going to take advantage of the hardware.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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A fun handheld for all ages!
by dgtb1994 on February 13, 2012
Pros: Streetpass and Spotpass bring in plenty of new stuff regularly.
Great games available.
3D effect is great for games and makes them nicer to play.
Can record 3D video and take 3D pictures.
Can playback songs put on the SD card.Cons: Short battery life.
Camera is a little low quality.
No true multitasking.Summary: Overall, this is easily the best console I have ever used as well as the most fun. Everyday I enjoy using it and I always get excited when I see ...
Summary: Overall, this is easily the best console I have ever used as well as the most fun. Everyday I enjoy using it and I always get excited when I see that I received streetpass data. A great console that I recommend to everyone.
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SomeWhat Cool & SomeWhat Not Cool. Needs More Work.
by CB201991 on February 1, 2012
Pros: Hear Music,Record Video,Usualy Not On The DS Console's,On NIN Consoles. Has A Internet Browser,Has Parental Controls 2 Keep Some Content & Things U Dont Want Ur Kids 2 Use.
Cons: Not Loud Enough Sound On Nintendo 3DS Sound,Bad Face Scaning 4 Photos 2 ur Developed Photos 2 Make A Mii Charecters,Photos & Videos Dont Appear On N3DS Picture SoftWare When U Drag & Drop @ SD Card W/ A SD Card Reader From A PC Or Laptop.
Summary: Mostly A Cool Console But A More Huge Bad Things About It. Only Uses & Accepts 2 Photo Formats,Only Uses & Accepts 1 Video Format,Freezes After 2 Months ...
Summary: Mostly A Cool Console But A More Huge Bad Things About It. Only Uses & Accepts 2 Photo Formats,Only Uses & Accepts 1 Video Format,Freezes After 2 Months Of Use,Need Internet Connection 4 Pretty Much Everything On The N3DS 2 Update FirmWare,N3DS Software,2 Use Nintendo Download Play,Can Only Get 10 Play Coins Per Day, Somewhat Crappy Graphics,Bad Sound Quakity On Most Music,Can Only Have 10 Playlists & Can Only Have 300 Songs On Each Playlist,No Equalizer 2 Louden The Sound,Only A Few Nintendo Zones Around Maine,It Lacks Happiness,2 Short Battery Life, Takes 2 Long 2 Charge Console.
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Improves on EVERYTHING the original DS did.
by Cerenzio on January 18, 2012
Pros: Better Graphics
Better Online
System Wide Friend Code
Analog Slidepad works great
Friend lists, messaging, online gaming, e-shops, etc.... make this the complete, definitive hand held gaming platform. Oh, and the 3D looks flippin' awesome tooCons: None. 3DS is a killer peice of gaming hardware at an amazing price.
Summary: The main topic of the 3DS is always the 3D. However, 3D is just ONE of the slew of features and upgrades this amazing little machine offers. The slidepad works ...
Summary: The main topic of the 3DS is always the 3D. However, 3D is just ONE of the slew of features and upgrades this amazing little machine offers. The slidepad works great, the processing power is impressive, it's online features are fleshed out and the software coming down the pipe has been top notch. 3DS is the real deal, and it is NOT a kiddy machine. 3D or NOT, the 3DS offers a fantastic gaming experience at a super low entry cost. Grab a few, and hook em up!
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Best system on the line!
by skatr555 on August 30, 2011
Pros: Good graphics, 3D ACTUALLY works, great games on the market.
Cons: Sometimes it might feel awkward putting it in your pocket
Summary: If you're looking for a new console pick the Nintendo 3DS. With every passing second new things are added and you might even find some nostalgic game wether they'...
Summary: If you're looking for a new console pick the Nintendo 3DS. With every passing second new things are added and you might even find some nostalgic game wether they're in the eShop or on the market the 3DS is well worth its price at $170.
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This device is really good but need better games
by rockstar424 on August 26, 2011
Pros: This device offers 3D without the glasses and the graphics on the device is unlike any to her nintendo device.
Cons: 3D you have to hold the game in certain angles for it could be effective
Summary: Outstanding game device with good graphics. It is worth getting. The games available could be better but I would recommend this o everybody. This device does has some good games ...
Summary: Outstanding game device with good graphics. It is worth getting. The games available could be better but I would recommend this o everybody. This device does has some good games like Zelda, Street Fighter, Dead or Alive and Starfox.
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Early adopter = 20 free games!
by Tomgreen99 on August 25, 2011
Pros: Haven`t had a ds yet, first one. Bought because of Ocarina of Time which looks amazing.
Cons: Dust magnet.
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I love this system more than I knew I would
by Redclaws on August 16, 2011
Pros: Spectacular 3D
Awesome features, such as streetpass, spotpass
TONS of built in software
eShop is very well constructed, and offers some nice free software
Netflix is finally portable
Takes pictures in 3D
AR (augmented reality) is mind blowing.Cons: 3D must be viewed head on
effects dont work for some, but that's fairly rareSummary: What can I say? The 3DS has it all! I have impressed so many non-gaming and gaming friends with it, it's astounding. I'm sure most of you have ...
Summary: What can I say? The 3DS has it all! I have impressed so many non-gaming and gaming friends with it, it's astounding. I'm sure most of you have heard that "the 3D hurts your eyes" or "it gives you headaches" Not true. Every single person who owns one or has seen one that WASNT on demo at a store has said they have no problems with it, and I concur. Another complaint is that the battery life is bad. I've never really had a problem with it, but then again, it sits at home on its included docking station all day. I love it so much, I'm selling my psp. Great job, Nintendo!
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very great hand held
by Ghost-116 on August 1, 2011
Pros: the 3D is amazing, the sound quality is so crisp, the stylus is pretty neat, bigger screen, street pass is fun
Cons: camera is a little blurry. the nintendo sound app is hardly ever needed, battery life is terrible,$249.99 is a little too much for a nintendo brand hand held
Summary: overall is a great hand held for kids and young adults
Summary: overall is a great hand held for kids and young adults
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really cool! the 3d just blows me away.
by frodo5654 on June 6, 2011
Pros: the 3d capabilities, the bigger screen on top, 3d picture taking, joystick, and augmented reality cards.
Cons: did not come out with all the features advertised, not many games for augmented reality cards.
Summary: i was really looking forward to taking 3d videos and pictures, buying older games from the eshop, and transferring data from my dsi(almost all of which is not possible ...
Summary: i was really looking forward to taking 3d videos and pictures, buying older games from the eshop, and transferring data from my dsi(almost all of which is not possible until june 7th as i recently found out.) discovering this fact made me somewhat angry as i had really hopoed to do these things so i would advise anyone to wait til the update does come outthen the system will be much more enjoyable i think.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nintendo
- Part number: CNET3DS
- Description: Experience incredible gameplay featuring real 3D graphics, with no need for special glasses. Nintendo 3DS is a breakthrough in portable entertainment, a truly cutting-edge piece of hardware. It has to be seen to be believed.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Type Pocket game
- Software Included Mii Maker,
Face Raiders,
SpotPass,
StreetPass - Media Type Cartridge
- Supported Flash Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card
- Sound Speakers - Stereo
- Network 802.11b/g
- Integrated Components 3D digital camera,
VGA digital camera,
Microphone - Width 5.3 in
- Depth 2.9 in
- Height 0.8 in
- Weight 8.3 oz
- Color Cosmo black
Display
- Type 3.53 in Color
- 3D Display Yes
- Resolution 800 x 240
- Color Depth 16.7 million colors
Display (2nd)
- Type 3.02 in Color
- Touch Screen Yes
Game Controller
- Controls X button,
Y button,
Left trigger,
A button,
Start button,
B button,
Right trigger,
Select button,
Analog stick,
Cross control pad,
Home button
Media Player
- Supported Audio Formats AAC,
MP3 Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
- Slot(s) 1 x Nintendo DS cartridge slot
Power
- Battery Rechargeable - Lithium ion
- Battery Required 1
Miscellaneous
- Sensors Three-axis gyro sensor
- Features Internet Browser,
3D Depth Slider - Included Accessories Stylus,
AC power adapter,
6 AR Cards,
Charging cradle,
2GB SD Memory Card
Product series
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Manufacturer: Nintendo
Specs: - Pocket game,
Nintendo 3DS,
Cartridge,
Cosmo black -
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Specs: Nintendo 3DS XL - Handheld game console,
Cartridge,
Flash memory card,
Blue -
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Specs: Nintendo 3DS - Handheld game console,
Cartridge,
Flash memory card,
Flame red -
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Specs: Nintendo 3DS - Handheld game console,
Cartridge,
Flash memory card,
2 GB,
Pearl pink,
320 x 240 -
Nintendo 3DS (Midnight Purple)
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Specs: Nintendo 3DS - Handheld game console,
Cartridge,
Flash memory card,
2 GB,
Midnight purple,
320 x 240
Accessories
- CTA 5 in 1 Starter Pack - game console accessory kit (35176751)8.75
- CTA 5 in 1 Starter Pack - game console accessory kit (35177067)19.10
- CTA Cleaning Kit - game console accessory kit (35176787)11.99 - 15.99
- Logic 3 Pro Pack game console accessory kit (34862638)19.66
- Logic 3 Starter Pack for Nintendo 3DS - game console accessory kit (34639431)18.65
- Logic 3 Starter Pack game console accessory kit (34862771)19.99
- Logic 3 Starter Pack game console accessory kit (34862893)19.99
- Memorex Universal Game Selector Case game console cartridge adapter (35130041)4.99 - 29.83
- Memorex Universal Starter Kit for DS - game console accessory kit (34999040)62.99
- PDP Rainbow Telescoping Stylus Pack - stylus kit (34656635)2.00
- Mad Catz Traveler Bag - carrying bag for game console (34746926)14.35 - 24.17
- Mad Catz Traveler Bag - carrying bag for game console (34831034)14.35 - 19.96
- Nyko PowerPak+ - wireless game controller battery - Li-Ion (35174720)12.74 - 31.05
- Memorex Universal Car Charger - power adapter - car (34864577)18.44
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- Manufacturer:Nintendo
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P.O. Box 957, Redmond, WA 98073 - Phone: 1-800-255-3700
- Email: nintendo@nintendo.com
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