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mdc · Nov 24, 2006, 10:42 AM

Originally Posted by OB1

Question for you Wiiers, if you please - Can you copy from internal memory to SD card?

I read that it is possible to backup your save games to SD cards.

Tuoder · Nov 24, 2006, 10:46 AM

Originally Posted by OB1

Question for you Wiiers, if you please - Can you copy from internal memory to SD card?

It would be nice if you could put virtual console games on an SD card.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 11:03 AM

Originally Posted by icruise

Mine does seem rather Snappy (R) now that you mention it...

Seriously though. Lets drop the whole "Nintendo shipped some straps that are thinner than usual at the same time as non-defective ones".

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 11:05 AM

Oh nice. I call Nintendo service because of my Wii with TWO defects and the automated message tells me that the call load is too high and doesn't even give me the opportunity to hold, just to call back another time.

Even MS did a better job.

invisibleX · Nov 24, 2006, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Oh nice. I call Nintendo service because of my Wii with TWO defects and the automated message tells me that the call load is too high and doesn't even give me the opportunity to hold, just to call back another time.

Even MS did a better job.

I'm just curious why someone who would go on for pages and pages about how terrible the Wii is, doomed to failure, riddled with flaws, kills wee puppies, would buy one?

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by invisibleX

I'm just curious why someone who would go on for pages and pages about how terrible the Wii is, doomed to failure, riddled with flaws, kills wee puppies, would buy one?

Hope. And I wanted Zelda in widescreen.

I also wanted to get rid of the cube.

Funny how I get the double defect one.

starman · Nov 24, 2006, 11:29 AM

Originally Posted by invisibleX

I'm just curious why someone who would go on for pages and pages about how terrible the Wii is, doomed to failure, riddled with flaws, kills wee puppies, would buy one?

That's what a lot of fanboys see when they read stuff from SWG and I. Most people don't get it.

icruise · Nov 24, 2006, 11:39 AM

Actually, I would think that anyone seeing someone make page after page of negative comments about a device would be surprised to see them picking one up right away.

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Funny how I get the double defect one.

You do realize that the disc light isn't supposed to stay on, right?

Adam Betts · Nov 24, 2006, 12:13 PM

Wii Sports is the killer app right now, Zelda second. Not because of attach rate but amount of time people spent on it. It's rather interesting if you read the comments from other people about their third generation families playing together. It's amazing how one console can bring a joy to whole family. Props to Nintendo for that even though if it's only temporary (although I doubt), they did something really special.

Wii Play (with Duck Hunt, Airplane, etc games) will be the next killer app, coming this Jan-March. Metroid will be second after people realize that it is a beautifully executed Wii FPS with best use of Wii controller.

Whetever you like it or not, Super Smash Bros will always be the killer app when it's out for any Nintendo system. Personally I'm not a huge fan of SSB but I understood how really fun it can be when playing with friends.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 12:18 PM

Originally Posted by icruise

You do realize that the disc light isn't supposed to stay on, right?

Yes I do. But like I said it NEVER comes on for anything only a .25 second flash when a disk is put in. No other time no matter what. That is the 3rd and last time I am explaining it.

Anyway, called Nintendo. They are sending me a new Wii 3-4 business days shipping so next Wens or Thurs, no apologies.

Ask about component cables. Nintendo said they are backordered and they aren't shipping any till later this month and not to stores.

ink · Nov 24, 2006, 12:18 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Funny how I get the double defect one.

Karma?

I suppose returning it to the store you bought i from is probably not going to work...?

Jolt21 · Nov 24, 2006, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Yes I do. But like I said it NEVER comes on for anything only a .25 second flash when a disk is put in. No other time no matter what. That is the 3rd and last time I am explaining it.

same as mine. when is it supposed to go on?

Jolt21 · Nov 24, 2006, 12:26 PM

Originally Posted by Adam Betts

Wii Sports is the killer app right now, Zelda second. Not because of attach rate but amount of time people spent on it. It's rather interesting if you read the comments from other people about their third generation families playing together. It's amazing how one console can bring a joy to whole family. Props to Nintendo for that even though if it's only temporary (although I doubt), they did something really special.

i took it to where my thanksgiving dinner was. and even my uncles got into wii sports. it was amazing. everyone was enjoying tennis, and the kids loved boxing

icruise · Nov 24, 2006, 12:28 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Yes I do. But like I said it NEVER comes on for anything only a .25 second flash when a disk is put in. No other time no matter what. That is the 3rd and last time I am explaining it.

Mine only seems to flicker when I turn the system on. It doesn't come on any other time, although I haven't tried using the email thing.

So I'm trying to figure out when you expect it to be on. Or is mine defective as well?

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 12:33 PM

Originally Posted by ink

I suppose returning it to the store you bought i from is probably not going to work...?

Actually to make Karma even weirder this is what happened.

On launch day I went to every store in Toronto starting at 8am stood in lines and after 7 hours still didn't get one.

Called stores every day after that no dice.

Checked "The source by Circuit City" (formally Radio Shack) online site and everyone said sold out.

Then on a whim I called a Source store they had close to my house and ask. He said they were JUST unpacking a shipment of ONE and I had them put it aside for me.

When I get there they really did only get ONE Wii 1 extra remote and Zelda/raving rabbits.

I took the Wii and the remote and the sales guy was complaining to the other employee's that he wanted to but it for his nephew but "so much for that". Sucker.

Anywho, the disk error only happens sometimes so I can still play it if I am patient getting a game to run.

My experience so far coming soon...

jokell82 · Nov 24, 2006, 12:34 PM

Originally Posted by icruise

Mine only seems to flicker when I turn the system on. It doesn't come on any other time, although I haven't tried using the email thing.

So I'm trying to figure out when you expect it to be on. Or is mine defective as well?

It's *supposed* to only flicker when you turn it on. Then it will only come on when you get a message, from what I understand. This is normal behavior, and NOT a defect.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by jokell82

It's *supposed* to only flicker when you turn it on. Then it will only come on when you get a message, from what I understand. This is normal behavior, and NOT a defect.

I thought if the system is OFF when you put a disk in it lights up for a few seconds? No?

zro · Nov 24, 2006, 12:52 PM

Mine only flashes except when there's a message.

Doesn't really matter at this point, does it? It has worse problems than that.

DuckRacer1 · Nov 24, 2006, 12:52 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Yes I do. But like I said it NEVER comes on for anything only a .25 second flash when a disk is put in. No other time no matter what. That is the 3rd and last time I am explaining it.

That's what's happening with me. The disc drive is supposed to light up when you boot it and when you receive something in WiiConnect24.

Jolt21 · Nov 24, 2006, 12:55 PM

Originally Posted by DuckRacer1

That's what's happening with me. The disc drive is supposed to light up when you boot it and when you receive something in WiiConnect24.

well i never pay attention when i turn it on and i dont really use the online feature, so i'm straight

plus...it's a light

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 01:18 PM

Originally Posted by DuckRacer1

That's what's happening with me. The disc drive is supposed to light up when you boot it and when you receive something in WiiConnect24.

Better call them to get it exchanged.

Chuckit · Nov 24, 2006, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Seriously though. Lets drop the whole "Nintendo shipped some straps that are thinner than usual at the same time as non-defective ones".

Would anybody who believes their strap is thicker than dental floss like to take a picture so we can compare? I'll get a picture next time I'm at the mall if not, because I'm pretty sure those were thicker.

jokell82 · Nov 24, 2006, 01:50 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

I thought if the system is OFF when you put a disk in it lights up for a few seconds? No?

NO. Your drive light is functioning normally.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 01:55 PM

Originally Posted by jokell82

NO. Your drive light is functioning normally.

Ok so if it doesn't come on when I turn on the system. And it doesn't come on when it sucks up a disk. What good is it?

kman42 · Nov 24, 2006, 01:58 PM

It lights when you have a message.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 02:00 PM

Originally Posted by kman42

It lights when you have a message.

The CD drive light that is supposed to help you see where to stick the disk is actually a message indicator light?

Brilliant

kman42 · Nov 24, 2006, 02:25 PM

I'm pretty sure I read that in the manual, but I haven't received any messages, so I'm not positive.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 02:28 PM

Originally Posted by kman42

I'm pretty sure I read that in the manual, but I haven't received any messages, so I'm not positive.

Not it is true it does do that for messages although I haven't tried it on mine.

I remember Nintendo saying that it is obviously to illuminate the slot so you can see where to put the disk in a dark room and that after a while it fades. The setting also allow you to ajust the brightness.

So it only being on for messages makes no sense.

Millennium · Nov 24, 2006, 03:12 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

The CD drive light that is supposed to help you see where to stick the disk is actually a message indicator light?

Who ever said it was supposed to help you see where to stick the disk?

Stogieman · Nov 24, 2006, 03:12 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

The CD drive light that is supposed to help you see where to stick the disk is actually a message indicator light?

Brilliant

You need a light to help show you where to stick the CD?

Not so brilliant.

Jolt21 · Nov 24, 2006, 03:21 PM

Originally Posted by Stogieman

You need a light to help show you where to stick the CD?

Not so brilliant.

dam, can't find the hole.

must be his life story.

j/k

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 03:46 PM

Originally Posted by Millennium

Who ever said it was supposed to help you see where to stick the disk?

Nintendo. They also said they didn't want to leave it on all the time to distract you.

Are you saying it is just meant as a message indicator?

Jolt21 · Nov 24, 2006, 03:59 PM

one quick side note. i love how when you turn off the system, it fades to black rather than just cuts out. a lot of the people i encounter to play it for the first time notice this and comment on it.

brilliant!

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 04:06 PM

Originally Posted by Millennium

Who ever said it was supposed to help you see where to stick the disk?

Nintendo Rep:
"The blue media slot light is turned on when you power up the Wii. This is utilized so that you can see the slot in low light situations, and still be able to slide in a Wii or Cube game."

http://gonintendo.com/?p=6366

icruise · Nov 24, 2006, 04:36 PM

Yes, I remember seeing the same thing, actually, but as it is implemented (at least on my machine) I don't see how it can possibly help you see where to put the disc.

This is what Nintendo has to say about it on their web site:

Disc slot light

The Disc slot light illuminates briefly when:

The Wii console is turned on.

WiiConnect 24 is turned on and you are receiving new data, such as messages, and you have selected "Bright" or "Dim" in the "Slot Illumination" settings for WiiConnect24.
The Disc slot light does not stay illuminated during game play or using other features of the Wii console.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 04:46 PM

"The Disc slot light illuminates briefly when:

The Wii console is turned on."

So since mine doesn't that means it is busted. That solves that.

icruise · Nov 24, 2006, 04:47 PM

Originally Posted by mdc

I read that it is possible to backup your save games to SD cards.

Originally Posted by Tuoder

It would be nice if you could put virtual console games on an SD card.

Apparently you can do both. However, this video shows the process taking FOREVER. He copies Donkey Kong that he downloaded to an SD card and it takes like a minute and a half. I'd hate to see how long something like Mario 64 would take.

Games are apparently tied to the console they are downloaded on, though, so I guess the only reason to do this is to backup the game or to make room on the console if you have downloaded a lot of games. However, I've not positive if the games can be run from an SD card or not. I would hope you could and you're not limited to just storing them on the card.

Adam Betts · Nov 24, 2006, 04:52 PM

Nintendo can change the way blue light behave through firmware, not hardware so don't be too concerned about it. Nintendo probably will adjust it in future firmware.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by Adam Betts

Nintendo can change the way blue light behave through firmware, not hardware so don't be too concerned about it. Nintendo probably will adjust it in future firmware.

Oh no I get that the problem is with the same firmware everyone else has mine still doesn't work.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 05:05 PM

More "debug versions" of the straps breaking:
Wii's Faulty Controller Straps - Kotaku

So now it has personally happened to two major game sites. IGN and Kotaku.

Chuckit · Nov 24, 2006, 05:19 PM

I am astonished how many people are unable to move their hand without throwing whatever is in it, with or without a strap. Is the Wiimote covered in oil or something?

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 05:26 PM

Originally Posted by Chuckit

I am astonished how many people are unable to move their hand without throwing whatever is in it, with or without a strap. Is the Wiimote covered in oil or something?

Sweat. My sister was saying her hand got sweaty also because she was getting competitive in the bowling.

Anywho, I am a bit nervous about it now.

Chuckit · Nov 24, 2006, 05:43 PM

The places around here sell what appear to be rubber sleeves for the Wiimote. You might check those out if you're worried about sweat.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 05:44 PM

Originally Posted by Chuckit

The places around here sell what appear to be rubber sleeves for the Wiimote. You might check those out if you're worried about sweat.

I'm not worried about sweat I am worried about a hole in a $3000 TV from a $40 remote because of a $.10 string.

invisibleX · Nov 24, 2006, 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by starman

That's what a lot of fanboys see when they read stuff from SWG and I. Most people don't get it.

You don't find it the tiniest bit silly? You go on and on about why nobody should buy it and then you buy one yourself and act in total shock when you don't like it. Little bit hypocritical. I could see if you two actually approached this rationally but lets face facts: you hated the thing before any info was even out.

Oh, and you can stop throwing the "fanboy" label around. I don't own a Wii, I owned a cube but gave it away, and the only nintendo product I do own is a first gen DS. I will not defend a company or product till my dying breath, and I certainly won't bash one incessantly for the sheer ecstasy of it.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 05:57 PM

Originally Posted by invisibleX

Oh, and you can stop throwing the "fanboy" label around. I don't own a Wii, I owned a cube but gave it away, and the only nintendo product I do own is a first gen DS. I will not defend a company or product till my dying breath, and I certainly won't bash one incessantly for the sheer ecstasy of it.

You seemed to have satisfied yourself for blasting someone who doesn't like it though

Stogieman · Nov 24, 2006, 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

I'm not worried about sweat I am worried about a hole in a $3000 TV from a $40 remote because of a $.10 string.

Then get yourself a $6 can of stickum.

Dark Helmet · Nov 24, 2006, 07:27 PM

Nintendo Hinting at HD-capable Wii? - Gizmodo

Aw man if it is just a software patch rock on but if they think they are selling people HD-Wii in 2 years they got another thing coming.

Hawkeye_a · Nov 24, 2006, 07:48 PM

Thats the problem when these two get their Wiis, all they will do is complain about it on here and tell us how much they suck. i was hoping they wouldnt buy one, seeing as how they have been bitching about Nintendo since i joined these boards. Sad part is, that most of us who enjoy these products have to read their whiny-bitchy posts everytime there's a topic on anything Nintendo.

Chuckit · Nov 24, 2006, 07:50 PM

Originally Posted by Dark Helmet

Nintendo Hinting at HD-capable Wii? - Gizmodo

Aw man if it is just a software patch rock on but if they think they are selling people HD-Wii in 2 years they got another thing coming.

If HD is as big a deal as people make it out to be, then the people who want it either haven't bought a Wii yet or would be willing to sell their old one and buy an HD version, presumably.