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The new start page for Wii Internet Channel

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DailyTech looking good on Wii
After months of trial, the final version of Opera for Wii is out

While flashing red lights are a bad sign for Xbox 360 owners, a flashing blue light is usually good news for Wii owners. Those with Wii consoles connected to the Internet will wake up in the morning to find their machines blinking blue with news of the final version of the Internet Channel.

The new browser version, which is said to be “more convenient to use,” features faster start-up speed, better text clarity when zoomed-in, better navigation with the Wii Remote, built-in Yahoo! or Google search, option to hide the toolbar, parental controls, new cursor animations and sounds, expanded security options and more.

Support for the new Internet Channel will first have to be enabled via a system update, after which the user can browse to the Wii Ware section in the Shop Channel to download the new software.

“Opera on Wii adds a new dimension and functionality to a video game console system. It is a unique Web experience that everyone can use, and the Intelligent Zoom feature allows consumers to read Web content on the TV from the comfort of their couch,” says Reggie Fils-Aime, President of Nintendo of America. “Whether surfing the Web or playing a Wii game, users of all kinds will find fun, new experiences with Wii.”

The Internet Channel software will remain a free download until the end of June 2007. After June 30, Opera will be available for download from the Wii Shop Channel for 500 Wii points. Users who download Opera before June 30, 2007, can continue to use the browser at no cost for the lifetime of the Wii system.

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Subject
By gersson on 4/12/2007 10:13:47 AM , Rating: 2
If only Wii supported HD -- at least for non-gaming.
I would love to use it as a standalone web browser.




RE: Subject
By Spivonious on 4/12/2007 10:20:06 AM , Rating: 2
Honestly, I don't see a problem with it being non-HD. I browsed around with the new browser last night and at the first zoom level the text was big enough to read clearly but not so big that I had to scroll the screen side to side. In any case, this is just a bonus on the side. The system was designed to game - no more, no less.


RE: Subject
By mrteddyears on 4/12/2007 12:03:33 PM , Rating: 2
I agree I love my WII for games and the browser is a plus. The dog has got smashed in the face so many times now as she jumps for the mote its not funny.


RE: Subject
By giantpandaman2 on 4/12/2007 12:29:59 PM , Rating: 2
While I totally see your point, I think it would be nice if I could browse in, say, 720p. Small text would be quite a bit clearer. That said, I'd only want that if it could be "free" since I'm sure the Wii's video card could support HD in non-gaming situations.

Not that I'm going to be hung up about it either way. The only thing I'm truly salivating for is Metroid Prime 3. Ugh, looks like it may be a while too.


RE: Subject
By Samus on 4/14/2007 5:39:21 AM , Rating: 2
480p, 720p. world of difference right there.


Sure enough!
By Verran on 4/12/2007 10:07:16 AM , Rating: 2
Sure enough, the Wii was glowing blue this morning, but I didn't have time to check it before work. It's funny to see the contrast made between Nintendo's blue glow and Microsoft's red glow :)




RE: Sure enough!
By vdig on 4/12/2007 10:28:39 AM , Rating: 2
I share that sentiment. Blinking unusually really does mean different things between the 360 and the Wii. If the 360 blinks in an unusual manner, it is blinking red, signaling the end of the console (or at least a boot error - happened twice here). If the Wii pulsates abnormally, it is a blue heartbeat, bringing with it good tidings, whether it be a simple e-mail or, if it happens first thing in the morning, a wonderful announcement and/or extra feature.

To all Wii owners: do not procrastinate in retrieving your free browser.


RE: Sure enough!
By encryptkeeper2 on 4/12/2007 12:30:52 PM , Rating: 2
I'm gonna download mine tonight


We still dont have a Wii Wii
By lickerish on 4/13/2007 1:37:49 AM , Rating: 2
Here in lovely South Africa, we still got no Wii, we have 360 and PS3 but no Wii :(




RE: We still dont have a Wii Wii
By ZavyZavy on 4/13/2007 3:08:17 AM , Rating: 2
Yeah, it's quite sad really. You can order one, but it will cost an arm and a leg. I've heard that an official release is slated in November here in SA, but I would love to see a press release for myself.


RE: We still dont have a Wii Wii
By robber98 on 4/13/2007 10:09:09 PM , Rating: 2
Well.. Although Wii has been officially released 5 months ago in USA, it still sold out everywhere... :(


Posted From My Wii
By wrekd on 4/12/2007 2:31:45 PM , Rating: 2
Testing

One...Two..tWii

hehe




Tabbed Browsing?
By glenn8 on 4/12/2007 2:51:52 PM , Rating: 2
I was hoping they'd allow some form of multiple windows. This browsing with one window at a time is ridiculous. :)




Alarm Clock for the Wii
By Tom Churm on 4/12/2007 4:15:42 PM , Rating: 2
Hi Wii Fans,

I'd like to urge you to use my Online Alarm Clock website to use your Nintendo Wii as a fully functioning alarm clock with a large digital display:

http://onlineclock.net

Try it, it's cool !




How much is 500 Wii points?
By Iroh on 4/16/2007 8:38:23 AM , Rating: 2
How much money is 500 Wii points?




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