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Like other YouTube console apps users can access their accounts to view and manage saved playlists of cat videos as well as search for other cat-based videos they have somehow managed to miss. Technology is great, right? But it can be slow, as evidenced by the Wii getting a YouTube app in the year 2012.

JoystiqYouTube app hits the play button on Wii today originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appnintendowiiwiimoteyoutubeyoutube-appyoutube-on-wiiThu, 15 Nov 2012 22:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Look at these adorable Epic Mickey 2 Wii controller prototypes]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/23/look-at-these-adorable-epic-mickey-2-wii-controller-prototypes/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/23/look-at-these-adorable-epic-mickey-2-wii-controller-prototypes/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/23/look-at-these-adorable-epic-mickey-2-wii-controller-prototypes/#comments You may not get HD graphics if you stick with the Wii for Epic Mickey 2, but you will have the opportunity to experience a more tactile verisimilitude. During a preview event for the sequel, Junction Point showed off prototypes for two new Nunchuk controllers based on in-game items.

The first is an updated version of PDP's "Paintbrush Chuk" accessory, designed to mimic Mickey's paintbrush. The new version has the Epic Mickey 2 logo and a glowing blue paint blob at the end of the brush. The second, and inexplicably more desirable of the two, is a Nunchuk based on Oswald's remote device, silver and boxy. It's like a literal "Wii Remote" (except, of course, it's a Nunchuk attached to an existing Wii Remote).

Being that these were both prototypes, and the game hadn't even technically been officially announced yet, there weren't any details to be had about pricing or availability. We'll keep you updated, because these silly controllers are fun.

Gallery: Epic Mickey 2 controllers (Wii)

JoystiqLook at these adorable Epic Mickey 2 Wii controller prototypes originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>controllerdisney-interactiveepic-mickey-2junction-point-studiosnintendowiiwiimoteFri, 23 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo patents periscope-esque Wiimote touchpad attachment]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/04/nintendo-patents-periscope-esque-wiimote-touchpad-attachment/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/04/nintendo-patents-periscope-esque-wiimote-touchpad-attachment/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/04/nintendo-patents-periscope-esque-wiimote-touchpad-attachment/#comments A Nintendo patent shows that Nintendo is, or was, considering the graft of Wii U-like features onto the regular old Wiimote. The company applied for a patent for a device that adds a touch panel to the Wiimote, using an infrared LED and mirrors to feed info about the position of your finger into the Wiimote's IR sensor. The patent describes using it as a mouse pointer or a drawing interface. You know, touch panel stuff.

The tech doesn't exactly emulate the WiiPad, as the touch panel is just for controls, and isn't a screen. It's unclear whether this is something Nintendo is planning for the future -- for enhancing Wiimotes for use on Wii U -- or if it's just an idea someone cooked up.

JoystiqNintendo patents periscope-esque Wiimote touchpad attachment originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>nintendopatentwiiwii-uwiimoteFri, 04 Nov 2011 10:28:00 EST<![CDATA[Kinect and Wii Remote hack makes Tetris much more difficult]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/kinect-and-wii-remote-hack-makes-tetris-much-more-difficult/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/kinect-and-wii-remote-hack-makes-tetris-much-more-difficult/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/22/kinect-and-wii-remote-hack-makes-tetris-much-more-difficult/#comments Ever wondered how you could go about making Tetris even more of a difficult, punishing experience? Obviously, turning the speed up to infinity isn't enough to stump the world's most proficient players -- but YouTuber user Keysosaurus' Kinect augmented reality Kinect hack might do the trick.

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JoystiqKinect and Wii Remote hack makes Tetris much more difficult originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 22 Apr 2011 05:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>kinectkinect-hacksmicrosofttetriswiimotexboxFri, 22 Apr 2011 05:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Fruit Ninja becomes life-size using CAVE technology]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/29/fruit-ninja-becomes-life-size-using-cave-technology/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/29/fruit-ninja-becomes-life-size-using-cave-technology/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/29/fruit-ninja-becomes-life-size-using-cave-technology/#comments The same encapsulating virtual reality display that led to the memorable Kinect hack from last week now has an altogether new and exciting purpose. A group of students from FH-Wedel Germany have turned the CAVE hardware and a Wiimote into a gigantic, all-encompassing version of Fruit Ninja.

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JoystiqFruit Ninja becomes life-size using CAVE technology originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cavefruit-ninjagermanyhackmicrosoftnintendowiiwiimoteTue, 29 Mar 2011 23:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo of America patent shows off unreleased motorcycle game concept]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/nintendo-of-america-patent-shows-off-unreleased-motorcycle-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/nintendo-of-america-patent-shows-off-unreleased-motorcycle-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/28/nintendo-of-america-patent-shows-off-unreleased-motorcycle-game/#comments Every night, before we loose ourselves from the moorings of the conscious world, we say a short prayer that a game developer will realize the potential in a relaunch of Sega's arcade almost-classic, Harley Davidson & LA Riders. Our wishes haven't been granted yet, but a recently uncovered patent (.pdf) shows that Nintendo of America came awfully close to creating something similar to Sega's Easy Rider-esque masterpiece.

The patent depicts a motorcycle (and/or Jetski) racing game controlled using the Wii Balance Board and Wiimote. Twisting and turning the remote accelerates and turns the bike, while leaning on the Balance Board allows the player to take sharper turns. It's unclear whether the game depicted is still in development, but we'll keep our fingers crossed regardless. Hey, it beats buying and riding an actual motorcycle, you know. Those things are like, super dangerous.

JoystiqNintendo of America patent shows off unreleased motorcycle game concept originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>balance-boardmotorcyclenintendonintendo-of-americapatentracingwiiwiimoteMon, 28 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Kinect Hacks: Stomp through the Sprawl in Dead Space 2]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/09/kinect-hacks-stomp-through-the-sprawl-in-dead-space-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/09/kinect-hacks-stomp-through-the-sprawl-in-dead-space-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/09/kinect-hacks-stomp-through-the-sprawl-in-dead-space-2/#comments This latest Kinect hack demo is something of a mixed bag: Some aspects of playing Dead Space 2 using Kinect and a Wiimote don't work so well. Others work really, really well -- like stomping. If there's a more satisfying-looking gesture in gaming for the rest of the year, we'll eat our hats.

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JoystiqKinect Hacks: Stomp through the Sprawl in Dead Space 2 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 09 Feb 2011 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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JoystiqKinect Hacks: Dive into Max Payne originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>kinectkinect-hacksmax-paynemicrosoftpcwiimotexboxWed, 12 Jan 2011 17:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Mad Catz releases Sonic-branded inductive Wiimote charger]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/28/mad-catz-releases-sonic-branded-inductive-wiimote-charger/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/28/mad-catz-releases-sonic-branded-inductive-wiimote-charger/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/28/mad-catz-releases-sonic-branded-inductive-wiimote-charger/#comments Do you need to re-energize the power cores of your Wii Remotes in the raddest, most attitude-fueled way imaginable? The latest product from Mad Catz (PDF) is right up your alley: It's a Wiimote induction charger featuring Sonic the Hedgehog. At $49.99, it's probably not the most cost efficient way to refuel your gaming peripherals, but it is the ... um, bluest.

What's great about the charger's Sonic-centricity is that it not only possesses form, but also has quite a bit of function. See his hand, there? That's not a peace sign -- that's him telling you how many controllers the charger can hold. He's such a helpful little devil, isn't he?

JoystiqMad Catz releases Sonic-branded inductive Wiimote charger originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Dec 2010 22:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We don't know how long this deal will be available, but considering you can purchase a Wii Remote, Nunchuk and a game for less than the standard retail price of a Wii game by its lonesome, we're going to wager that it won't be available for very long at all.

JoystiqWalmart loses its mind, offers third-party Wii Remote and game for $35 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 03 Dec 2010 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>controllerepic-mickeyNew-Super-Mario-Bros-Wiinintendonykoperipheralspower-asuper-mario-galaxy-2walmartwiiwiimoteFri, 03 Dec 2010 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo: 65.3 million Wiimotes sold in US]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/10/25/nintendo-65-3-million-wiimotes-sold-in-us/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/10/25/nintendo-65-3-million-wiimotes-sold-in-us/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/10/25/nintendo-65-3-million-wiimotes-sold-in-us/#commentsNintendo announced an unusual statistic today: 65.3 million Wii Remotes have been sold in the US since the system's 2006 launch. That includes the 30.41 million Wiimotes included in system bundles sold in the country to date (according to NPD data gathered by Nintendo), along with the 12.92 million controllers sold in Wii Play bundles.

Of the standalone Wiimotes, the white model has sold by far the most, at 18.56 million -- which makes sense, given it was the only option for the first three years of the system's availability. The black Wiimote, introduced in November 2009, has sold 2.44 million units; while the pink and blue versions released on Valentine's Day 2010 have sold 467,500 and 465,200 units, respectively.

They will all be obsolete on November 7.

JoystiqNintendo: 65.3 million Wiimotes sold in US originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nintendo will release the Wii Remote Plus, which combines a Wii Remote and MotionPlus add-on, in Europe on November 5 -- six days before the Japanese release date. The new controller will be available in black, white, pink and blue. Nintendo has yet to announce a price, but the price in Japan is equivalent to a normal Wiimote, so it'll probably be a similar deal in Europe.

If you want to get a Wii Remote Plus early, and if you have the money, a red one will be included with the Super Mario Bros. anniversary edition Wii on October 29. If you'd like to pick up a game with your Wii Remote Plus, but not a whole system, you'll be able to buy a FlingSmash bundle on November 19.

JoystiqWii Remote Plus and FlingSmash launch in Europe in November originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Wii Remote Plus, which almost unimaginably crams MotionPlus tech into a standard-sized Wiimote, has been dated and priced for Japan. The controller will be released on November 11 for ¥3,800 ($46) -- the same price as the normal Wiimote -- and will be available in five colors: white, black, blue, red and pink. A red Nunchuk will be released, as well.

The old Wiimote will ostensibly be phased out, as Nintendo will also begin bundling the Wiimote Plus with Wii systems on the same day. Additionally, Andriasang reports that the Wii Sports Resort bundle, which originally included the MotionPlus attachment, will feature the Wiimote Plus beginning on -- you guessed it -- November 11. The bundle will retail for ¥5,800 ($70).

JoystiqWii Remote Plus dated for Japan, bundled with Wii Sports Resort originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How does former Spice Girl Mel B keep in shape?

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JoystiqMel B and Wii exercise accessories: 2 Become 1 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Balance-BoardBlazedumbbellseuropeexercisemel-bnintendowiiWiimoteThu, 02 Sep 2010 03:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Overheard @ Gamescom: A development house divided]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/20/overheard-gamescom-a-development-house-divided/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/20/overheard-gamescom-a-development-house-divided/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/20/overheard-gamescom-a-development-house-divided/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Like many Wii games before it, the upcoming revival of Goldeneye 007 supports a number of different controllers. You'll be able to play with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk, the Classic Controller, a GameCube controller or even the Wii Zapper. But surely one of these myriad methods must be the preferred control scheme among the development team, right?

Well, no, not really. "There's a house divided, at least amongst ourselves," said Activision production coordinator Graham Hagmaier while presenting a demo of the game at Gamescom this week. "A lot of us play with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk. I prefer this particular scheme [the Classic Controller], just because I used to play a lot of FPS games on [the Xbox] 360 and PS3, and for a lot of people those are very popular formats. But it just depends on your proficiency with the controller."

The team's proficiency with the Wii Zapper was left unaddressed.

JoystiqOverheard @ Gamescom: A development house divided originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Aug 2010 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionclassic-controllerclassic-controller-procontrollergamescomgamescom-2010goldeneyegoldeneye-007-2010nintendowiiwii remotewiimoteWiiRemoteFri, 20 Aug 2010 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Laser projector stuck to Wii Remote for faux 360-degree immersion]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/12/laser-projector-stuck-to-another-gaming-device-for-faux-360-degr/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/12/laser-projector-stuck-to-another-gaming-device-for-faux-360-degr/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/12/laser-projector-stuck-to-another-gaming-device-for-faux-360-degr/#comments We can already see a hot new trend surfacing in the gaming hardware modding world: Hastily conceived designs featuring the handheld ShowWX laser projector. Yesterday, we saw what happens when the pint-sized display was adhered to an iPhone 3GS; today, we see how Nirav Patel managed to stick the projector (and a Spacepoint Fusion gyrometer) to a Zapper-equipped Wii Remote. The result is a somewhat disorienting 360-degree "virtual reality" display, which is just perfect for playing simple, open source first-person shooters with.

Check out a video after the jump to see Patel's projectorgun in action. We'd hate to find ourselves on the business end of that bad boy.

[Via Hack a Day]

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JoystiqLaser projector stuck to Wii Remote for faux 360-degree immersion originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 May 2010 03:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>360fpsNintendopico-projectorprojectorshowwxvirtual-realityWiiwiimoteWed, 12 May 2010 03:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo sued by exergaming company IA Labs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/nintendo-sued-by-exergaming-company-ia-labs/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/nintendo-sued-by-exergaming-company-ia-labs/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/nintendo-sued-by-exergaming-company-ia-labs/#comments Was it something we said? No sooner does Nintendo close the book on the two-year-old Anascape suit than does the prolific peripheral manufacturer get slapped with another legal challenge. Gamasutra has obtained documentation of a lawsuit filed against Nintendo, on April 2, by exergaming company InterAction Laboratories, a.k.a. IA Labs, a.k.a. Powergrid Fitness, for alleged patent infringement.

In typical dramatic legalese, the suit cries out that IA Labs has been "irreparably harmed" by Nintendo's violation of two of its patents through a long list of Wii products. Here goes: the Wii system itself and its primary controllers, the Wiimote and the Nunchuk, and the MotionPlus add-on; Wii Fit, its expansion pack, Wii Fit Plus, and its peripheral, the Balance Board; and the Wii Zapper. Phew! Are we forgetting anything?

Oh, yes -- the Wii Wheel. Uh-huh, that circular piece of plastic is allegedly infringing upon a patent for either (1) "Computer interactive isometric exercise system and method for operatively interconnecting the exercise system to a computer system for use as a peripheral" or (2) "Force measurement system for an isometric exercise device." IA Labs claims that these two patents are used in a number of its products, including the Kilowatt Sport and Exer-Station controller. Both have won an award at separate CES events.

If you're real up on your Wii peripheral pitches, you will recall the Sqweeze, a ThighMaster-esque device for your hands, developed by IA Labs and introduced in late 2008. While a PC version appears to be available, the Wii iteration never made it to market, perhaps evidence that the relationship between IA Labs and Nintendo soured long ago. Documentation from the recent suit reveals emails from 2007-2008 between the two companies, which had once been in talks for IA Labs to license its technology to Nintendo.

JoystiqNintendo sued by exergaming company IA Labs originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>balance-boardexergaminginteraction-laboratorieslawsuitlegalmotionplusNintendonunchukpatentpatent-infringementperipheralspowergrid-fitnesssqweezeWiiwii-fit-pluswii-wheelwiimotewit-fitzapperWed, 14 Apr 2010 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Zangeki no Reginleiv just assumes you don't need all those limbs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/zangeki-no-reginleiv-just-assumes-you-dont-need-all-those-limbs/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/zangeki-no-reginleiv-just-assumes-you-dont-need-all-those-limbs/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/23/zangeki-no-reginleiv-just-assumes-you-dont-need-all-those-limbs/#comments
Zangeki no Reginleiv, everybody! No, we didn't just wish you happy holidays in Russian -- that's the name of Nintendo's upcoming Japanese release (it basically means "Dynamic Slash," or "Dynamic Zan") that's not only its first Cero D-rated ("M") title ever, but also developed by Sandlot, the folks behind 2007's action gem-in-the-rough Earth Defense Force 2017. As you can see in the new trailer (posted for your viewing enjoyment after the break), the game features Norse heroes doing some MotionPlus-enabled hacking and slashing that results in screen-filling sprays of blood and dismemberment. Good, good times.

It's highly unlikely we'll ever see this one show up here in North America -- Nintendo of America and mature games don't usually mix well. But you can still grab your Wiimote, watch this trailer while waving your arms around, and dream.

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JoystiqZangeki no Reginleiv just assumes you don't need all those limbs originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dismembermentearth-defense-forceearth-defense-force-2017earth-defense-force-3gamesjapanmaturemotionplusnintendonorse-mythologyreleasesandlotwii-motionpluswiimotezangeki-no-regenleivzangeki-no-reginleivWed, 23 Dec 2009 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Wii Remote turned into water sensor]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/16/wii-remote-turned-into-water-sensor/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/16/wii-remote-turned-into-water-sensor/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/16/wii-remote-turned-into-water-sensor/#comments The Wiimote has been used for plenty of non-gaming needs, including tidying up the house and controlling robots. Even the US military got in on the action, using the Wiimote to defuse bombs in Iraq. And let's not forget the groundbreaking work done by Johnny Chung Lee -- a man who just happens to have inspired the creation of the setup you see above.

See, a team of scientists in Luxemburg (via Wired) figured out that using the sensor-filled gutty-works of the Wiimote would -- through some tinkering -- be a good way to measure water evaporation. See, this type of measurement usually requires sensors that can cost up to $500 a piece, making the $40 Wiimote quite the attractive alternative. This has applications outside of just measuring water evaporation, the team said -- including measuring the speed at which a structure collapses.

[Via Gizmodo]

JoystiqWii Remote turned into water sensor originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>modsciencewater-evaporationwiimoteWed, 16 Dec 2009 04:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Pink and blue Wiimotes coming Valentine's Day]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/14/pink-and-blue-wiimotes-coming-valentines-day/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/14/pink-and-blue-wiimotes-coming-valentines-day/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/14/pink-and-blue-wiimotes-coming-valentines-day/#commentsAlong with its many software announcements, Nintendo of America made one small hardware announcement this morning. The blue and pink Wii Remotes, first announced for Japan in October, are on the way to North America on February 14. Unlike the awesome black Wiimote, neither the included MotionPlus peripheral nor the Wiimote jacket will be in a matching color.

Still, as Nintendo reminds us, this is your first chance to have a different-color Wiimote for each of four players. Unless you've already solved that "problem" by sticking one of your friends with the (perhaps undeserved) stigma of being Nyko Wand Guy.

JoystiqPink and blue Wiimotes coming Valentine's Day originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blue-wiimotecolorscontrollermotionplusperipheralspink-wiimoterelease-datewiimoteMon, 14 Dec 2009 14:46:00 EST<![CDATA[Perihperal Vision: Nyko Charge Base IC Hands-on/Butter Cookie Tutorial]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/10/nyko-charge-base-ic-hands-on-butter-cookie-tutorial/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/10/nyko-charge-base-ic-hands-on-butter-cookie-tutorial/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/10/nyko-charge-base-ic-hands-on-butter-cookie-tutorial/#commentsPeripheral Vision is the name of our ongoing sporadic journey into the wonderful, oft-terrifying world of third-party peripherals. Think of it as neither preview or review but rather a ... meditation on the curious object in question. Enjoy.

When the holidays roll around, the gamers who buy everything they want throughout the year might find themselves stymied asked for a wish list. Today, we put the Nyko Charge Base IC through its paces, and it looks like a great way to pad your list to Santa. The Wiimote charger uses induction, which not only alleviates the need to plug everything in, but -- as you'll see in the above video -- also looks really slick.

Also, to help justify this video's existence, we teach you how to make butter cookies.

JoystiqPerihperal Vision: Nyko Charge Base IC Hands-on/Butter Cookie Tutorial originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In the dilapidated, war-torn streets of the gaming industry, the Console Wars[TM] have taken their toll on not only the landscape, but also the inhabitants of this once peaceful land. With war mongerers Sony and Microsoft preparing their next wave of battle tech -- motion control devices like the "PlayStation Motion Controller" (rumored: 'Sphere') and Project Natal, respectively -- Nintendo's battle general, Reggie Fils-Aime, recently continued his criticism of rivals by commenting to wartime reporters at Gamasutra that Nintendo isn't really shaking on its Balance Board.

General Fils-Aime said that Nintendo will "applaud anything that will further expand the market of game players" and that the expansion of this kind of technology is really "in everyone's best interest," even though he admits Nintendo could lose some of its marketshare as a result. However, he does feel confident in Nintendo's "head-start of over 51 million controllers."

JoystiqReggie ain't sweating Project Natal, 'Sphere' originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>motion-controlsmotionplusplaystation-motion-controllerproject-natalreggie-fils-aimespherewiimoteFri, 13 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sanyo's new Wii remote charger accepts MotionPlus]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/12/sanyos-new-wii-remote-charger-accepts-motionplus/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/12/sanyos-new-wii-remote-charger-accepts-motionplus/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/12/sanyos-new-wii-remote-charger-accepts-motionplus/#comments So, you've gotten yourself a fancy Wii remote charger, but you're tired of having to remove both MotionPlus and the rubber jacket before each recharging session. What's a dedicated fanboy to do? Run out and buy Sanyo's new Eneloop charging station. The device is powered by the Wii's USB port, accepts two Wii remotes and has room for both the MotionPlus add-on and its accompanying jacket. For those who haven't taken the MotionPlus plunge yet, the stand will also work with the standard Wii remote and jacket.

Best of all, the charger has no actual contacts, so you just have to pop the remote into the cradle to start charging, no connection required. It's even licensed by Nintendo. The only problem: Thus far it has only been announced for Japan. Until Sanyo decides to offer it elsewhere, savvy importers can pick one up for about $80.

[Via Engadget]

JoystiqSanyo's new Wii remote charger accepts MotionPlus originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Charger RTChargerRtperipheral artery diseasePeripheralArteryDiseaseSanyoEneloopwii-remotewiimoteThu, 12 Nov 2009 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[See the Wii Remote in pink and blue]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/#commentsDuring a retailer conference, Nintendo of Japan announced intentions to release Wiimotes in blue and pink on December 3. GAME Watch has posted images of the chromatically enhanced controllers, which reveal a blue that looks similar to, if a little darker than, the lovely, limited Wii Sports Resort Wiimotes given away in Japan.

When these are released, Nintendo will have achieved a milestone: a different Wii Remote color for each of four players. Currently, no announcements have been made outside of Japan, but with the black Wiimote on the way to North America, and the black system and Classic Controller Pro announced for Europe today, it seems like only a matter of time before all Wiimote variants are available everywhere.

JoystiqSee the Wii Remote in pink and blue originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bluejapanpinkwiimoteTue, 20 Oct 2009 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Black Wiimote, MotionPlus, and Nunchuk out before Black Friday]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/14/black-wiimote-motionplus-and-nunchuk-out-before-black-friday/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/14/black-wiimote-motionplus-and-nunchuk-out-before-black-friday/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/14/black-wiimote-motionplus-and-nunchuk-out-before-black-friday/#commentsIf you've been holding off on inviting friends over because you've been waiting to pick up some cool black controllers, good news! You'll be able to remove yourself from multiplayer exile and play some Wii Sports Resort next month.

On November 16, Nintendo will release the black Wiimote and MotionPlus bundle for $50, and the matching black Nunchuk for $20. From then on, it will be a race to be the first person to reference Wesley Snipes' signature line from Passenger 57 in multiplayer games. Of course, you'll then also have to win or you'll sound stupid.

JoystiqBlack Wiimote, MotionPlus, and Nunchuk out before Black Friday originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoriesblack-wiimotionplusnunchukwiimoteWed, 14 Oct 2009 12:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Blaze unveils Wii-like motion controller for PS3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/13/blaze-unveils-wii-like-motion-controller-for-ps3/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/13/blaze-unveils-wii-like-motion-controller-for-ps3/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/13/blaze-unveils-wii-like-motion-controller-for-ps3/#comments The subset of people who really want motion control on their PS3s yet refuse to wait for Sony to actually add it is pretty small, but never let it be said that peripheral maker Blaze is willing to leave money on the table. The company has just announced the Motion Freedom 3D controller for the system, and it looks unmistakably like a Wiimote for the PS3.

The release promises the "all new device opens up unthinkable gaming possibilities," which we're taking to mean that no one actually thought to make any games for it.

Okay, fine, Blaze says it at least works with Sega Tennis and Tiger Woods, but we can't imagine that such a retrofitted solution would be worth investing in before Sony's official offering arrives.

[Via Engadget]

JoystiqBlaze unveils Wii-like motion controller for PS3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blazemotion-controlperipheralswiimoteTue, 13 Oct 2009 23:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo announces new Pokemon spinoff, new Wiimote colors, hardware bundles at retailer event]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/nintendo-announces-new-pokemon-spinoff-new-wiimote-colors-hard/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/nintendo-announces-new-pokemon-spinoff-new-wiimote-colors-hard/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/nintendo-announces-new-pokemon-spinoff-new-wiimote-colors-hard/#commentsNintendo of Japan held a retailer conference during which it announced some new products and dated important releases for the Japanese market. The biggest new game announcement is Pokepark Wii: Pikachu's Big Adventure, coming out in Japan on December 5. This action game features your Pokemans performing in events at a theme park. Examples include a Sky Race and Marine Slider event, which offer advantages to Pokemon of flying and water types.

Other announcements for Japan include hardware bundles for Tales of Graces and Samurai Warriors 3. The Graces bundle will be out on December 10, and includes a white Wii, Classic Controller Pro, and the game for ¥27,800. Samurai Warriors 3 will be sold with a black Wii, Classic Controller Pro, and post card set for ¥27,300, or with just the controller for ¥8,715, or alone for ¥7,140. Don't need a Wii but still want to drop a bunch of money? Pick up the Treasure Box edition, with the game, the controller, a figurine, a soundtrack, and an artbook for ¥11,865.

Also announced: new blue and pink Wiimotes, to be released on December 3, just in time for the newly-announced Japanese release of New Super Mario Bros. Wii. The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks will be released on December 23.

JoystiqNintendo announces new Pokemon spinoff, new Wiimote colors, hardware bundles at retailer event originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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With the economy the way it is, even Sith Lords are having to work second jobs. Take Darth Vader here, who's moonlighting as the absolute coolest Wii sensor bar holder ever. (We're sure his supervisor will say something similar on his quarterly performance report.)

You can hire Lord Vader for the sum of $49.99 from the official Star Wars Shop website, and he'll drop out of hyperspace (a.k.a. arriving via FedEx) sometime in November. Just be forewarned that his heavy breathing might ruin the atmosphere during those quiet, extremely tense gaming moments. But hey -- as much as old "Iron Lung Ani" needs the work, nobody's Forcing you to hire him.

[Via Gizmodo]

JoystiqDarth Vader senses your Wiimote's presence originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>darth-vadernintendoperipheralssensor-barstar-warsWiiwiimoteWed, 30 Sep 2009 15:14:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo announces new Wiimote, DSi colors for North America]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/01/nintendo-announces-new-wiimote-dsi-colors-for-north-america/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/01/nintendo-announces-new-wiimote-dsi-colors-for-north-america/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/01/nintendo-announces-new-wiimote-dsi-colors-for-north-america/#comments
Nintendo just announced that you'll finally be able to get a new color for your Wii ... mote. Black. This holiday season the company will be making a black Wiimote bundle available with the Wiimote and Wii MotionPlus, including a black Wii jacket, which is very slimming. However, you'll have to buy your black Nunchuk as a standalone, also available Holiday 2009.

According to the presser, "The Black bundle is the first new color for the Wii Remote and Wii MotionPlus," so let's hope this means a rainbow of colors coming down the pipeline next year. Right now this has nothing to go with, especially since the Wii won't be available in black over here, only in Japan. No mention of new console colors, nor of the blue Wiimote, seen recently at the World Hobby Fair. Will this be a case of having to chase down colors and accessories in different regions?

Nintendo is also bringing new DSi colors to North America, in the form of pink and white, available starting September 13. So we'll now have black, blue, white, and pink DSi ... why no funky colors like Japan? They get all the cool stuff.

Gallery: Nintendo Colors

JoystiqNintendo announces new Wiimote, DSi colors for North America originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>colorsDSDSiNintendoWiiWiimoteTue, 01 Sep 2009 00:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Nyko's 'Wand' controller easier to look at in different colors]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/nykos-wand-controller-easier-to-look-at-in-different-colors/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/nykos-wand-controller-easier-to-look-at-in-different-colors/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/18/nykos-wand-controller-easier-to-look-at-in-different-colors/#commentsDespite the interesting "Trans-Port" technology and the lower price, we'd have to say that the defining characteristic of the Nyko Wand is its ugliness. The four new colors for the device, in our opinion, help ameliorate that ugly factor. It could be because the red and blue buttons are gone in favor of a more monochrome look, or it could be because it's slightly harder to compare these to the stock Wiimote. These four color options will be available in North America and Europe this holiday season. They have already launched in Japan, along with many other colors.

Nyko also announced the Charge Base IC, an induction charging dock that uses magnets to hold controllers in place, and also features a USB port for charging other items.

Gallery: Nyko Wand (Wii) new colors



JoystiqNyko's 'Wand' controller easier to look at in different colors originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoriescharge-base-icchargernykonyko-wandwandwiimoteTue, 18 Aug 2009 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Nyko drops price on Wand, ships controller bundles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/11/nyko-drops-price-on-wand-ships-controller-bundles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/11/nyko-drops-price-on-wand-ships-controller-bundles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/11/nyko-drops-price-on-wand-ships-controller-bundles/#commentsNyko announced today that its two Wand controller bundles, which include the company's weird-looking Wiimote and extension controllers, have shipped -- a bit late of the original June date, but at least they made it out before spring 2010. The Action Pak includes a Wand and a gun controller, which uses Nyko's "Trans-Port" function to include operable buttons on the gun itself (and not just a lever that hits the B button). The Core Pak includes a Nunchuk-alike with rumble.

The company also announced that it has knocked five bucks off the price of the standalone Wand controller, now offering the device for $29.99. That seems like a boon to Wii owners in a hurry to acquire a full complement of four Wiimotes.

JoystiqNyko drops price on Wand, ships controller bundles originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Don't even start weaving conspiracies about how Nintendo's recently released Wii MotionPlus peripheral was supposed to be incorporated in the initial Wiimote design. According to Shigeru Miyamoto, such a nickel-and-dime plot is absolutely impossible -- and as we all know, Miyamoto never lies. Look at him, with those pinchable cheeks! Those are not the cheeks of a liar.

In an interview with The Telegraph, Shiggy explained the MotionPlus was only possible due to technological innovations "which took place after Wii launched." Actually, he says the technology was around, but it would have been impossible to use at such a "compact" size and low price. So, did you want Wiimotes to cost $200 and weigh as much as toddlers? No? We didn't think so.

[Via IGN]

JoystiqMiyamoto: Wii MotionPlus technology only possible now originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When your job is to sit in an office all day, controlling a 15-ton robotic arm, things can get kind of boring. Thankfully, some ingenious operators decided to fool around with the arm at their disposal and managed to implement Wiimote controls. Judging by the YouTube video after the break, taking the thing for a spin with the Wiimote looks like it works quite well, as the gigantic yellow claw pretty much follows the movements of its operator exactly.

If we weren't sure the giant claw cost more money than we could ever hope to see, we'd suggest playing the world's largest crane game, or a bit of Let's See How Far We Can Throw This Minivan.

[Via Make]

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JoystiqWiimote controls giant claw, brings man and machine closer originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>clawNintendorobotrobot-clawrobotic-armroboticsWiiwiimoteThu, 09 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Black Wii, blue controllers on display at World Hobby Fair]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/black-wii-blue-controllers-on-display-at-world-hobby-fair/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/black-wii-blue-controllers-on-display-at-world-hobby-fair/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/black-wii-blue-controllers-on-display-at-world-hobby-fair/#commentsDuring this weekend's World Hobby Fair, both Capcom and Nintendo had booths set up, showing off the new Wii colors and accessories. Capcom's booth had the Monster Hunter 3 bundles as part of its Monster Hunter display, and Nintendo had the blue Wiimote and Nunchuk, of course, to promote Wii Sports Resort -- which, incidentally, was also the inspiration behind a very nice set of giveaway items.

The Nunchuk has always been shiny on top and matte on bottom, but it's much more noticeable, and nice-looking, on the black version. Somehow, the Wiimote jacket also looks cool in matte black, despite being a Wiimote jacket. The Classic Controller Pro, as well, looks like much more of an upgrade in shiny black plastic. Head past the break to see the blue Wii Sports controllers.

Continue reading Black Wii, blue controllers on display at World Hobby Fair

JoystiqBlack Wii, blue controllers on display at World Hobby Fair originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, it's been quite some time since we last touched on 505 Games' We Rock: Drum King. The game seems to have spent a majority of its time in the shadows working toward a deal with Rolling Stone magazine, as the music mag and 505 Games just dropped press releases into our inbox introducing Rolling Stone: Drum King. Looks like somebody's been staying awake in their Synergy 101 class!

The game is planned for a spring release, and still tasks players with keeping smooth timing by mimicking drumming through use of the Wiimote and Nunchuk. It will also feature local multiplayer support for you and a friend, and has over 30 "top quality cover tracks" inspired by real bands. Head past the break for the full list and a trailer snagged from the Amazon product page for the game.

Continue reading Rolling stones and cymbals: 505 Games announces Rolling Stone: Drum King

JoystiqRolling stones and cymbals: 505 Games announces Rolling Stone: Drum King originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 19 May 2009 14:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>505-gamesdrum-kingmusicNintendonunchukrhythmrolling-stonerolling-stone-drum-kingrolling-stone-magazineWiiwiimoteTue, 19 May 2009 14:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Penguin United's new Wii gun doesn't need a Wiimote]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/penguin-uniteds-new-wii-gun-doesnt-need-a-wiimote/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/penguin-uniteds-new-wii-gun-doesnt-need-a-wiimote/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/05/penguin-uniteds-new-wii-gun-doesnt-need-a-wiimote/#commentsPenguin United may be best known for its wonderful 24X Gaming Pouch, which allows you to carry a mess of DS games around without the, well, mess. But if its latest Wii product works well, it could have a new claim to (relative) fame.

Penguin's CrossFire Remote Pistol is a Wii Zapper alternative that doesn't require a separate Wiimote. While most Wii guns are merely shells with levers to push the B button, this one is a completely self-contained Wiimote, with an integrated speaker.

The final unit probably won't have jaggies -- this is a product render Penguin sent to us. The device will be available for testing at E3 next month.

JoystiqPenguin United's new Wii gun doesn't need a Wiimote originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 May 2009 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>crossfire-remote-pistolpenguin-unitedwiimotezapperTue, 05 May 2009 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil Archives staggers toward June 23 release]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-archives-staggers-toward-june-23-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-archives-staggers-toward-june-23-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-archives-staggers-toward-june-23-release/#comments
Fans of Resident Evil (and buying the same game multiple times) will be happy to know that Resident Evil Archives -- the official title for the Wii port of a GameCube remake of a PSOne game -- is slated for a June release, Eurogamer reports. Featuring enhanced Wiimote controls and ... enhanced Wiimote controls, the new-for-Wii version of the game will debut in the US on June 23 for $29.99.

JoystiqResident Evil Archives staggers toward June 23 release originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomgamecubeNintendoremakeresident-evilresident-evil-archivesWiiwiimoteTue, 28 Apr 2009 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[The evolution of MotionPlus's shape]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/23/the-evolution-of-motionpluss-shape/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/23/the-evolution-of-motionpluss-shape/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/23/the-evolution-of-motionpluss-shape/#commentsThanks to a set of European trademarks, we can get a rare look at the way a peripheral's design has evolved along its development cycle. NeoGAFfer Shiggy found three trademarks for different case designs of the MotionPlus attachment. They appear in chronological order above.

It's basically the same throughout, except the bottom corners went from curving inward to curving outward! From the look of the final product, that "lip" is designed to help secure the new jacket in place. Alternate theory: the MotionPlus flares out to reduce the aerodynamic quality of the Wiimote, should it slip out of players' hands.

JoystiqThe evolution of MotionPlus's shape originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>designmotionplustrademarkwiimoteThu, 23 Apr 2009 12:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Want a weightier Wii experience? Try 'Riiflex']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/08/want-a-weightier-wii-experience-try-riiflex/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/08/want-a-weightier-wii-experience-try-riiflex/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/08/want-a-weightier-wii-experience-try-riiflex/#commentsIn one of the most unexpectedly practical ideas to hit the world of ridiculous Wii accessories, Power Play Corporation has announced the upcoming release of "Riiflex," a set of dumbbells designed to fit the Wiimote and Nunchuk inside. Just making the controllers heavier allows you to turn normal waggling into a workout! This item was announced back in January, and now it's available for preorder at an unfortunately hefty $34.95 price for two-pound weights, or $39.95 for four-pound weights.

The Wiimote attachment features a hole in the front for the pointer, and both the Wiimote and Nunchuk holders allow access to the triggers. Of course, most dumbbell training courses consist mostly of repetitive motions targeting specific muscle groups, and not just, uh, waving one arm around while holding the other one still, but we still think this is a neat idea. Especially when compared to other crummy Wiimote shells!

Gallery: Riiflex weights (Wii)


[Via Engadget]

JoystiqWant a weightier Wii experience? Try 'Riiflex' originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoriesexercisepower-play-corporationriiflexweightswiimoteWed, 08 Apr 2009 12:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Color us impressed: The WiiSpray graffiti program in action]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/07/color-us-impressed-the-wiispray-graffiti-program-in-action/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/07/color-us-impressed-the-wiispray-graffiti-program-in-action/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/07/color-us-impressed-the-wiispray-graffiti-program-in-action/#commentsIn the ten months since we last saw Martin Lihs's WiiSpray application, the Bauhaus University student has turned his combination of Flash programming and custom Wiimote enclosure from a simple tagging simulator to a networked platform for interactive art. We're hoping the next step is "thing that you can buy."

After plugging the Wiimote into the virtual spray can, you can "spray" onto a projected surface, change colors, choose and manipulate stencils, and even save work to a server for further editing at the time and place of the user's choice. Let's see you try that with a wall. Check after the break for a video demonstration!

[Via Engadget, Attract Mode]

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