First off when is it being released?  The answer is March 5th 2010.  The DSI XL will bring gamers a new touch pen, improved battery life on previous models and a 4.2 inch screen.  This is a 1inch increase on the previous screen size which will help improve gaming visibility making it clearer and larger.  The downside is that the previous Nintendo DSi will be smaller and lighter, making it more portable.

Colour options available are Red Wine, White, Black and Dark Brown.  If you ask me it’s a strange selection but obviously Nintendo don’t think so.  Whichever one you opt for they all come with three dsi-ware games preloaded.  These are Kiyou Akira Rakuhiku Language Easier, A Bit of Brain Training: Science, and A Bit of Brain Training: Arts.

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“Do you enjoy helping your friends find the style that’s right for them? How would you like to try managing your own clothes boutique in a bid to become a global trendsetter? Nintendo presents: Style Boutique thrusts you deep into the world of fashion and allows you to express your individual sense of style as you head for the top on your Nintendo DS.” – nintendo.co.uk

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From July 30th you can upload photos from your Handheld DSi directly to your Facebook account.  that means you can stay in touch more easily.  Simply take the photo on your DSi then using the Wi-Fi  connection log on to Facebook and upload the pic.  It will then be viewable on the Facebook site as it normally would.  The Nintendo DSi has a new firmware update which you must download in order to get the new feature. Nintendo DSi Firmware 1.4 is the latest and it also holds additional improvements to the technical features of the console.

The exciting new Facebook integration with the Nintendo DSi Camera allows you to send photos directly to your Facebook stream, where they will be shared with friends and stored in an Album on your profile. A Facebook logo will then appear in the album section of the camera, and a Facebook icon will now be present above your picture. Tap this to immediately connect online to your Facebook account and upload your picture.

The first time the new Facebook integration is used, you will need to log into your Facebook account using Facebook Connect, after which your email can be saved to the Nintendo DSi for ease of uploading images. The new Facebook functionality of the Nintendo DSi provides a safe and secure experience, and your password will never be revealed. Users can also always update their privacy settings on Facebook.com.

You can upload up to 200 photos in one album which is automatically named “Photos from Nintendo DSi” for your convenience – but there’s no need to stop there!  When the 201st photo is uploaded to Facebook, a new album will simply be created.

Every single image from your Camera Album can be uploaded to Facebook.  The fun image-altering tools available on the Nintendo DSi mean you can now play with them to your heart’s content before uploading them immediately to Facebook to share with friends.  With eleven different lenses available on the Nintendo DSi Camera, you’ll never have had so much fun with your pictures!

Connect to the Internet via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection today, and take your photo sharing to a new level with Facebook on Nintendo DSi.

info sourced from Nintendo.co.uk

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This is for Nintendo customers based in the UK and Ireland only as we are going to talk about the official Nintendo website and this is the areas they cover.

Logging and sending the console

First log on to the Nintendo repair website. Here you will see the first heading on the page labeled “fast track repair”. You need to click to the right and you will be given a selection of models from which to choose your console. As mentioned above this covers the following; Wii Systems, DS, DS Lite and DSi handheld consoles. If you can’t see your model listed here it’s probably because it’s older and you then need to contact the Nintendo customer services.

Now select continue and you will be prompted to enter the serial number of you console. This is found on the official sticker normally on the base of all units. Make sure you include all the numbers. For example on the Wii the last number is surrounded by a black box but you must include this number. Some people leave this out. The code for the Wii is 11 digits long. Select continue.

The next stage asks you if you are sending back any other items with your console. Things such as adapters, Wii remotes etc. Only send them back if you think they are faulty.

Next Nintendo ask you to include proof of purchase if it’s still in the warranty period. This means al repairs will be done free unless they are exempt. If you need to pay for a repair to be carried out then Nintendo will require payment before the repair is completed. Major faults are charged and £70 and minor faults are £28.

After continuing there is the option to add additional comments which you might like to inform them of. Hit continue and fill out your details, after proceeding your details will be processed in their system and they will send you a freepost label that you use to post them your console. They also provide a username and password on this screen which can be used below.

Tracking the repair progress

After submitting your details the last screen would result in them giving you a username and password. Go back to the home screen and select track repair. Enter your username and password and they will give you the relevant update on how your repair is going. It fairly straight forward.

Other Info

You pretty much just need to wait for them to inform you with the status of repair. If you get stuck at any point then use their FAQ section or failing that there is a help line you can call. The number is 0870 6060247 or email nintendoservicecentre@codestorm.co.uk.

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The Nintendo president is Satoru Iwata and he now has his own dedicated place on the Official Nintendo website.  You can find the link here.

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