The new Nintendo DSi portable game system ($169.99 list) follows Nintendo's new tack of making its consoles less about a given game and more about the overall playing experience. Other handheld gaming consoles, such as the Sony PSP focus on flashy graphics, high-res games, and video. And the iPhone is becoming a great gaming platform, thanks to its cool touch features and accelerometer. Nintendo aims to make the new DSi a fun part of your life, but, like its successful cousin, the Wii, not by loading it up with flashy features. Still, it does get some hardware improvements, like camera and larger, clearer screens. The result is decent upgrade to Nintendo's popular handheld gaming console.
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