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Microsoft Xbox 360 Original

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The successor to Microsoft's first video game console, the Xbox. The Xbox 360 expands upon the original's strong PC roots while being positioned as the complete center of media integration with many built in functions and a high level of Internet connectivity. The 360 is the first next-gen console in what Microsoft touts as the HD-Era, the seventh generation of consoles, which includes the Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii.

With the Xbox 360 Microsoft has advanced graphical capabilities to the next-generation featuring a 3-core CPU from IBM and a new custom-built graphics card from ATi. Out of the three seventh generation console from a hardware perspective the 360 shares the most similarity to consoles in the sixth, there are no drastic changes to the controller, a standard DVD drive and the use of memory cards. One of the biggest changes that Microsoft made in its transition from Xbox to 360 is in removing the standard hard drive and making it optional. The Premium and Elite versions of the console come with a 20GB hard drive and 120G hard drive respectively, but the Core does not come with a hard drive at all.

While the hardware hasn't changed much aside from the graphical and processing capabilities, the 360 features a major advancement in its software, online integration, and other services such as iPod playback.

Xbox 360 Hardware

Wireless is common to all three seventh generation consoles. The 360 supports up to four connected controllers at the same time, these can be connected either wirelessly or wired through one of the three USB ports. Connecting to your LAN or the Internet is done through either the standard ethernet adapter, or optionally through wireless. You can use the official wireless adapter, which is the only adapter that connects through USB, or through an ethernet to wireless bridge.

DVD playback comes standard, and if you connect to a display through VGA or HDMI (Elite only) then the 360 will perform upconversion to high-definition resolutions.

Audio/visual output possibilities are very broad as the 360 supports composite, component, S-Video, VGA and HDMI. Both stereo and optical audio out are also supported. If you're using component, VGA, or HDMI outputs then high-definition resolutions are available with the built-in scaling chip performing the scaling options instead of your television. The standard resolutions of 720p and 1080i are supported, and with the latest firmware 1080p is possible. With a VGA connection a variety of non-standard resolutions are supported as well.

For backwards compatibility no Xbox controllers or peripherals are supported on the 360. Xbox games are compatible only through software updates which are automatically downloaded from Live if your Xbox 360 is connected to the Internet, or you can download a CD with the proper software and install the update manually (full details at Xbox.com). Due to the nature of the emulated compatibility only a subset of Xbox games are properly working with updates to the list coming sporadically, the list of working Xbox games can be found on Xbox.com.

Xbox 360 System Software

Access to all of the services and media functions that the Xbox 360 offers is accomplished through the Dashboard interface. Various options are categorized according to their function and placed inside of "blades" which can be "flipped" through.

Playback of digital media such as mp3s, videos and photos is accomplished directly from the Dashboard interface and allows playback from media stored on the 360 hard drive, devices connected through USB, and media streamed from networked computers. The 360 can also act as a Media Center Extender which enhances media functionality. In the future Microsoft has stated that the 360 will act as an IPTV set top box, working with various IPTV providers around the world.

Xbox Live is prevalent throughout the entire Xbox 360 experience as the Dashboard Guide can be brought up at any time through the press of the Guide button. From the guide you can interact with all of the people on your friends list, track your downloads, and play custom soundtracks. Both voice and text messaging are supported standard, and if you have the Xbox Vision Camera then you can also send video messages.

Xbox Live Marketplace is a feature similar to the Playstation Network Store and the Wii store. From the Marketplace you can download free playable demos, game and movie trailers, and gamer pictures and themes to customize the look of the dashboard.

Xbox Live Arcade is accessed from the Marketplace or through its own Dashboard blade and allows you to play classic games that have been upgraded with new features, or new games that have been developed solely for the XBLA service.

Available only in the United States with the promise of a worldwide release, the Xbox Live Video Marketplace was added in the fall of 2006. High definition and standard definition television shows and movies are available for purchase and playback. Television shows are owned and can be redownloaded an indefinite number of times with the same GamerTag, while Movies expire after 24 hours.

All Xbox Live Marketplace content is purchased through the use of Microsoft Points. Microsoft Points themselves can be purchased in 500, 1000, 1600, and 2000 segments at an exchange rate of $1.25US for every 100 points.

Xbox 360 Versions

The Xbox 360 is available in three different configurations, all with the same graphics and processing capabilities, the differences being mainly in some extra features and what comes in the box. Xbox 360s that are manufactured after July 4th, 2007 contain an HDMI port built-in, and cooler and quieter running hardware.

Xbox 360 Arcade ($199) - contains the Xbox 360 console, wired controller, 256MB memory, composite cables and no Hard Drive.

Xbox 360 20GB Premium ($279) - contains Xbox 360 console with chrome trim, wireless controller, wired headset, component/composite shared cable, 20GB hard drive. Discontinued. The drop to the $299 price is to clear stock and make room for the 60GB premium.

Xbox 360 60GB Premium ($299) - releases August 1st, 2008 contains everything from the 20GB premium except the included hard drive is larger at 60GB.

Xbox 360 Elite ($399) - released April 29th, 2007 the Elite version comes with a 120GB hard drive, is all black. A component and HDMI cable is included in the package.

Hardware Issues

Since launch the 360 has been plagued with complaints of shoddy hardware construction, resulting in a defect rate that some reports are putting as high as 25%. In 2006 Microsoft extended the original 90-day warranty to a full year making it equal to Sony and Nintendo's warranty periods. As of July 5th, 2007, the Xbox 360 comes with a 3 year manufacturer's warranty. The warranty is retroactive and any payments given to Microsoft to fix a console previously will be refunded.

Consoles manufactured after July 4th, 2007 contain chips based off of a 65nm process. This results in the console running at much lower temperatures. Reports indicate that a quieter DVD drive is included in these new versions as well. These consoles also ship with an HDMI port built in.

Sony Playstation 3

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September 2009 update: Sony releases the PS3 Slim that is a redesigned console featuring essentially the exact same features as the "phat" PS3 but in a smaller, lighter body. Furthermore, Sony is simplifying the product line to have only one SKU, the slim that has a 120GB hard drive built in, available for $299. The Playstation 3 (PS3) is Sony's third console and successor to the massively popular Playstation 2. PS3 is part of the seventh generation of consoles which includes Microsoft's Xbox 360, and Nintendo's Wii. The biggest changes that the PS3 sports over the PS2 aside from massively increased processing and graphical capabilities is the use of Blu-Ray discs which have a maximum capacity of 50GB, as well as adding motion sensing capabilities to the controller.

The SIXAXIS controller features the same form factor as the standard PS2 Dual Shock with some significant changes on the inside. The controller no longer "shocks" as rumble is absent substituted by six-degrees of motion sensing (x, y, z translation and pitch, yaw, roll rotation). The rear shoulder buttons are replaced by analogue triggers. Lastly, the SIXAXIS is noticeably lighter than most controllers, even lighter than the Wiimote.

Playstation 3 Hardware

PS3 supports up to seven connected bluetooth devices which can be a mix of game controllers or other bluetooth devices such as compatible headsets and keyboards. Connecting to your LAN is accomplished through the integrated gigabit ethernet adapter, or an optional wireless adapter for the 20GB model, and the integrated B/G adapter on the 60GB model.

Both DVD playback and high-definition Blu-Ray playback are supported standard, making the PS3 one of the least expensive Blu-Ray players on the market. DVD upconversion is also possible but only available through an HDMI connection.

Composite, S-Video, Component and HDMI are all supported output types of the PS3 with a variety of resolutions available such as 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. Both stereo and optical output are supported with many formats supported including Dolby Surround Sound and uncompressed LCPM.

Out of the box the PS3 is the most backwards compatible out of all the systems, as almost every single Playstation 1 and Playstation 2 game plays properly. Early North American and Japanese consoles have PS2 compatibility built into the hardware with all European versions using software emulation. Later versions of the PS3 in all territories are expected to use software emulation instead of hardware.

Another feature that is unique to the PS3 is the ability to swap out the included hard drive with any standard SATA 2.5" laptop drive. Any SATA drive can connect and be used with the PS3, however the slot can only fit a 2.5" drive.

Playstation 3 System Software

Similar to the Playstation Portable (PSP) the PS3 uses the Cross Media Bar (XMB) interface to access the different functions and services the PS3 offers. Similar to the Xbox 360 the PS3 provides a vast array of services right out of the box that span the gamut of game playing and multimedia playback.

The PS3 plays back most audio and image formats, while video is limited to mp4 and mpeg2 formats. All media playback is played from media stored on the internal hard drive, or attached to the PS3 through the USB connection. Unlike the 360, no network streaming is possible. A modern web browser, with javascript and flash support, comes installed on all PS3s which allows for surfing the Internet directly from the console.

An online distribution system, known as the Playstation Store, is accessible for free which lets users download game demos, Playstation Network titles, movie and game trailers, as well as extra software to enhance the PS3 experience. One of these free software packages is Folding@home. In Fall of 2007 Sony will be releasing Playstation Home which is a Second Life kind of virtual world where users have properties that they can customize and share with their friends.

A feature that is totally unique to the PS3 is the ability to load on custom operating systems. Linux is the only operating system that has been developed to work with the PS3 with a few flavours being available, the most popular being Yellow Dog Linux which has a distribution that is customized specifically for the PS3.

Playstation 3 Versions

The Playstation 3 has undergone various revisions and SKU releases in different markets, some with major changes, sometimes with subtle differences.

PS3 Slim ($299) - exact same features as the 80GB model, except no backwards compatibility with an extra 40GB for a total of 120GB hard drive. On the outside the console undergoes a major redesign to make it smaller, lighter and thinner.

Discontinued as of September 2009

80GB ($299) - 80GB hard drive, all the options including integrated WiFi, 4 USB ports, and the memory card readers. PS2 backwards compatibility hovers around 80% with enhanced graphics and scaling on supported titles. PSOne compatibility is near 100%.

160GB ($399) - the exact same as the 80GB hard drive except it comes with a 160GB hard drive standard, and Uncharted the game packed in.

Discontinued Versions

40GB - Contains the core Playstation 3 services such as Blu-Ray movie support, and playing PS3 games. Contains 2 USB ports (down from 4), no memory card reader, and the biggest change is the total removal of PS2 backwards compatibility. Compatibility with the original Playstation remains at near 100%. Integrated WiFi remains part of the hardware, and comes with a built-in 40GB hard drive.

60GB - The original "Premium" version of the PS3 that contained all the integrated hardware options, and full PS2 compatibility.

20GB - The original "tard pack" version of the PS3. Features a 20GB hard drive but no WiFi, or memory card reader.

Nintendo Wii U

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The Wii U, new for 2012, is the newest home gaming console from Nintendo, which- like its predecessor- reinvents its controller to provide a new and engaging gaming experience. With noticeably stronger graphical capabilities through a custom AMD Radeon HD GPU, and the capability of outputting 1080p video over an HDMI connection, the console will also allow for augmenting its internal flash memory via an SD card or external USB HDD. Backwards compatible with games from the Wii system, the Wii U's new design means that gaming doesn't necessitate a TV, allowing gameplay to be confined to the controller's 6.2" touchscreen. The system will also be compatible with the original Wii's controller and accessories, for those who prefer its style of play.

Features

25 GB proprietary disc
Front facing camera on controller
Component, S-video, composite, and HDMI connection
High-density optical disc game media
Designed for family use
Easily expandable memory
IBM processor
Multi-screen gameplay provides various-experience multiplayer modes

Nintendo Wii

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September 27th Update: Wii sees a price drop of $50, to $199 in the US. The Wii is Nintendo's fifth console and successor to the Nintendo Gamecube. It is part of the seventh generation of home consoles which includes the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3, however Nintendo has opted for a different strategy compared to its two competitors. Instead of advancing the graphical capabilities of their system to the "next-generation" Nintendo has changed the way people interact with their games using the Wii Remote (Wiimote), while making a relatively modest improvement in graphics over the Gamecube.

Nintendo's Wiimote contains motion sensing capabilities that allow the console to measure 6-degrees of motion (accelerating up-down, side-to-side, front-to-back, and rotation with pitch, yaw, and roll). Using the included sensor bar that is placed above or below the television for triangulation, the console can also determine where on the screen the player is pointing, giving the Wiimote cursor-like capabilities.

The Wiimote has a port where controller attachments can be connected. Up until now the only attachment that is available is the Wii Nunchuck which has a analogue stick and has the same 6-degrees of motion capabilities that the Wiimote contains.

Wii Hardware

The console itself measures in at 44 mm wide, 157 mm tall, and 215.4 mm deep which makes it the smallest console by far, relative to the 360 and PS3. Despite this small size Nintendo has included a host of ports that extend the system's capability, such two USB ports, four Gamecube controller ports and an SD flash reader.

Nintendo's Wii also contains an integrated B/G wireless network interface for connecting to home wireless networks. No ethernet port is built into the system, however a separate ethernet to USB accessory is available for purchase.

The Wii is fully backwards compatible with all Gamecube games, and plays them with no problems or enhancements. Regular Gamecube controllers are required to play Gamecube games as the games don't recognize the Wiimote or the Wii Classic controller.

High-definition output is also not available on the Wii. The console ships with composite cables in the box which limits the output resolution to 480i. Component cables are available to purchase separately which will increase the output picture to a progressive 480p.

Wii System Software

In line with the trend of seventh generation consoles, the Wii ships with many software services available as part of the standard operating system. Photos and videos that are loaded into the Wii's flash slot can be viewed, Miis (which are game avatars) can be created and edited, and players can access the Wii store to download new services and Virtual Console games. Following the TV aesthetic the different OS services are known as channels.

The console ships with the Photo Channel, Mii Channel and Wii Shop Channel. Available for download on the Wii Shop Channel are the Internet Channel, Everybody Votes channel, News Channel and Forecast Channel (for weather). Thus far all of the channels are free, however in the future the non-beta version of the Internet Channel will cost money.

Another of the Wii's capabilities is its ability to play classic titles through the Virtual Console. From the Wii Shop Channel users can purchase old games from a variety of consoles including the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Super NES, Nintendo 64 and even non-Nintendo consoles such as the Sega Genesis and TurboGrafx-16.

More information on the specifics of the hardware and a demonstration of the various channels can be found here.

Super Nintendo Entertainment System

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Released in Japan in 1990, North America in 1991 and the rest of the world in 1992, the Super Nintendo Entertainment system marked Nintendo's second foray into the home video gaming industry. The system was active with many games released for it in the North American market until the mid 90s as Nintendo's successor console, the Nintendo 64, was delayed by two years. Many classic franchises such as that are still relevant today, such as F-Zero and Star Fox, started their life on the SNES.

Despite a later release date than the Sega Genesis the Super Nintendo emerged from the 16 bit era as the victor. As a result of its late launch the SNES contained better technology than its chief rival. The central processing unit is actually comparatively slow, however the dedicated graphics, and sound processors allowed the SNES to produce better graphics and crisper sound. The sound chip was actually designed by Sony's Ken Kutaragi the "father" of the Playstation. The SNES' capabilities could be further extended through the addition of extra chips located on the cartridges themselves, this includes the Super FX chip that made Star Fox's and Stunt Race FX's 3D polygonal graphics possible.

Configurations

In different regions and times the Super Nintendo had different external forms while retaining the same internal processing components. A key difference between the different consoles resulted in the cartridges being region-specific. Only North American games could work in NA Super Nintendos, Japanese in Japanese, etc. This limitation could be bypassed through special adapters, however further modification is required to play the games since region encoding is found inside the chips themselves.

In 1997 Nintendo released an update to the SNES imaginatively called the SNES 2. Despite its "next-generation" name, the only differences between the two versions was the form factor. The SNES 2 is smaller than the original Super Nintendo with a curvier look.

SNES in Modern Times

Nintendo ceased production of the Super Nintendo in the late 90s in North America, and early 2000 in Japan; however its significance is still felt through the industry. Emulation technologies allow people to play old Nintendo classics on a variety of devices, including computers, PSPs, and Xbox. Nintendo continues to re-release its old classics on a variety of platforms such as the Gameboy Advance and most recently the Wii Virtual Console. Through the VC system people can download old SNES games onto the Wii's internal memory.

Microsoft Xbox 360

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This Microsoft Xbox 360 (often referred to as the 'slim' version), launched on June of 2010 in North America, is an upgraded version of the original 360 with a smaller form factor. It sports an upgraded 45nm chipset, integrated 2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi, five USB ports, and 250GB of removable storage by way of proprietary hard drive (not compatible with original 360 drives). Additionally, this 360 features a custom Kinect port on the back and an internal power supply.

The 'slim' 360's more efficient 45nm chipset allows for cooler operating temperatures and a much quieter operating volume than the classic 360 by way of one large fan rather than two. Its integrated 2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi card ensures that no external WiFi adapter will be needed while its custom Kinect port allows for an easy installation of the Kinect motion-sensing peripheral. Also, the 'slim' 360's slimmer form factor allows for easier storage, especially due to its internal power supply.

Features

Slimmer form factor
45nm chipset allows for cooler operation
Integrated 2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi
5 USB ports
250GB hard drive
Rear port for direct Kinect connectivity
Internal power supply

Microsoft Xbox

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Microsoft's first entry into the video game hardware market. The Xbox has reached moderate success worldwide but at a heavy cost. Though popular in the US, sales in japan have been lackluster. By following these instructions, the Xbox can relatively easily be modified to run Xbox Media Center (XBMC), media software able to play and stream audio, video, and photos. In 2005 the Xbox was succeeded by the Xbox 360.

Sony Playstation 2

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As of March 31st, 2009 the PS2 is selling for an MSRP of $99. Sony's Playstation 2 is the most successful console of all time with huge sales all around the world. In 2005 there was a major hardware revision to the Playstation 2 that made the device much smaller, but also took away compatibility with the HDD. Released in 2000 the PS2 has seen one of the largest variety of games released appealing to everyone from the most hardcore niche audiences to the expanded casual audience that the Wii has taken over. The console continues to see new game releases in 2009 though the rate has decreased compared to its prime.

Features

128-bit emotion engine processor
backwards compatible with PS One games
2 Memory card ports (memory cards needed for game saves)
2 controller-ports
1 ethernet port
Game catalog in the thousands
Multiple bundles available

Sega Dreamcast

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The Dreamcast is SEGA's swan song system that launched on September 9th, 1999. Over 10 years old the Dreamcast, as its name implies, represented SEGA's dream to take back the console crown. Unfortunately, for SEGA and its fans, the Dreamcast was totally overshadowed due to the hype of the PS2 and saw middling sales. Just over two years after the launch of the white console SEGA pulled the plug on manufacturing the hardware and became a 3rd party publisher to develop software for Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo consoles. The Dreamcast was the first console to come with online functionality out of the box featuring a 56K modem. It also had other unique properties such as a native connection to VGA output, and a memory card system where the cards themselves were actually small handheld game devices.

Features

4 controller ports
memory units that plug into the controller (2 per controller)
proprietary 1GB GD-ROM system
built-in 56K modem
processing power capable of outputting 7 million polygons/second
24MB of RAM plus 2MB for sound RAM

Sega Genesis

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The Sega Genesis (Japanese title: Sega Mega Drive) was a 16-bit 'fourth-generation' video game console released in 1989 in North America. It's main competitor was the Super Nintendo Enterianment System. With a lifespan of fourteen years and 29 million units sold, it is Sega's most successful console to date.

Nintendo 64

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The Nintendo 64, often abbreviated as N64, is Nintendo's third home video game console for the international market. Named for its 64-bit processor, it was released on June 23, 1996 in Japan, September 29, 1996 in North America, March 1, 1997 in Europe and Australia, and September 1, 1997 in France.

The N64 was released with two launch games, Super Mario 64 and Pilotwings 64, plus one in Japan, Saikyo Habu Shogi. The N64's suggested retail price was US$199 at its launch and it was later marketed with the slogan: "Get N, or get Out!" As of March 31, 2006, the N64 has sold 32.9 million units worldwide.

OnLive MicroConsole

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The OnLive MicroConsole is a low cost gaming console. The MicroConsole is a tiny box that turns your wired broadband Internet connection/Powerline connection/coaxial connection/Wi-Fi bridge into a virtual game console. This console offers an HDTV gaming experience (OnLive recommends using the MicroConsole on an HDTV with HDMI for best results). The wireless gamepad that comes with this gaming console has a set of dedicated media buttons for quick access, as well as a pair of gaming triggers. You can plug in extra gaming devices (mouse/keyboard/other gamepad) into the two front-facing USB ports. The MicroConsole offers stereo audio via 3.5mm minijack, optical S/PDIF or HDMI. With a six watt power consumption, this unit requires no fan within for cooling, and so has a quiet operation. The OnLive MicroConsole has built-in Bluetooth.

Features

Need wired broadband Internet connection/Powerline connection/coaxial connection/Wi-Fi bridge to use
Custom wireless gamepad
HDMI cables
1080p
USB ports
Stereo audio (3.5mm minijack, optical S/PDIF or HDMI)
6 watt power consumption
Bluetooth
2 AA batteries for gamepad
Color: Black
Dedicated media buttons
Rechargeable 2400mAh lithium-ion pack for gamepad (optional)

Yobo FC (NES Clone)

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The Yobo FC (Famicom) is an 8-bit NES Clone system (Famiclone) that is designed to play all the old 8-bit NES Games. Because these games are still very popular and the original NES hardware is hard to find, Yobo began producing these units (Nintendo's patents expired on the Famicom system). The Famiclone system is capable of playing almost all 8-bit NES Games however some games that require the Lockout Chip will not function (rare).

Tech Specs:

72 Pin Card Reader (NES type)
Dual controller connections (NES Compatible)
CPU: NOAC (NES Mode) Ricoh 5822

Known Non-Working Games:
Bandit Kings of China
Castlevania III
Dragon Warrior II
Guantlet
L'Empereur
Rad Racer II
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (some models) NOTE: Older revisions may not play all games.

Game Boy Advance SP

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Game Boy Advance SP is the new version handheld device having clamshell design with folded size of three inches square and one inch thick. It weighs 143g, compact enough to hold and with extra features such as scaling and rotation you have the feel of playing in bigger consoles.

The Game Boy Advance SP has 32-bit processing power that offers the real gaming effect in advanced consoles. Your exciting game is accompanied with GBA technology that treats you with digitised stereo sound. This newly designed console conveniently suits the grip to kids of all ages.

The Game Boy SP takes multiplayer gaming to a new level with the GBA SP’s link cable. Maximum 4 players can participate in the quivering action and some games require only one game pack. You have variety of games since GBA SP is backward compatible with all the Game Boy colour titles and Game Boy Advanced games.

How Game Boy Advance is Different?

The new Game Boy works similar to the other Game Boy Advance models, but it is enhanced with some unique features. The appealing feature is the built in lighting that allows playing in low light conditions. If you do not require light, you can save the power to get increased playing time.

Power Sources

SP is packed with rechargeable lithium – ion battery that lasts for10 hours to 18 hours of game play from a three-hour charge.

Drawbacks

The Game Boy Advance dominates the market with ideal size, efficient power sources and affordable cost. However there are downsides such as missing head phone jack, which requires you to purchase the adapter separately. The L and R shoulder buttons are slightly harder to hit.

Overall, ignoring the minor drawbacks of GBA SP, no doubt it is the perfect game console for kids and elders alike.

Specifications

•    Handheld video game console with flip-top screen
•    32 bit processing power
•    Features Built-in screen light with on/off switch
•    Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery offers 10-18 hours of playing time.
•    Backward compatible – plays all Game Boy Advance Games/Game Boy colour titles.

Nintendo Gamecube

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Nintendo's latest home console. The Gamecube is home to all of Nintendo's memorable games and characters such as Mario and Zelda. The Gamecube was crushed by rivals Microsoft and Sony with their Xbox and PS2 respectively. It has since been succeeded by the Wii and Nintendo is no longer producing games for it.

Yobo FC Twin (NES & SNES Clone)

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The Yobo FC Twin (Famicom) is a combination 8 & 16 bit Nintendo Clone system (Famiclone) that is designed to play all the old 8bit NES and the 16bit SNES Games. Because these games are still very popular and the original NES SNES hardware is hard to find, Yobo began producing these units (Nintendo's patents expired on the Famicom system). The Famiclone system is capable of playing almost all NES and SNES games however some games that require the Lockout Chip or have special coding for (SNES) will not function (rare).

Tech Specs:

Card Reader NES type

Card Reader SNES type

Dual controller connections (SNES Compatible)

CPU: NOAC (NES Mode) Ricoh 5822

No S-DD1 (SA-1) Functions (game protection bootleg sensing)

Atari 800 Laptop

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The Atari 800 Laptop is a custom made gaming device that plays Atari 800 games and is housed in a laptop like case. It is one of several modified gaming stations made by Benjamin Heckendorn of benehck.com. It is made using orignal parts from the Atari 800, most notably the original keyboard. The core of the design is a Atari XEGS motherboard from the XE Game System (a failed NES and Genesis competitor) and runs a custom made operating system. It is housed in a custom made case which keeps the original 10 degree keyboard angle from the original Atari 800 thanks to a clever pop-up fucntion. Housed in the case is a 15" LCD monitor for higher quality images than were ever intended by Atari. System Reset, Option, Select and Start buttons are colored to look like the original machine and there is an original Atari symbol on the back of the case. Unfortunately this is a one of a kind, so good luck getting your hands on it.

Features

15" LCD display
Original Atari 800 keyboard
Lap-top like design

Nintendo Entertainment System

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The Nintendo Entertainment System (aka NES) is an 8-bit video game console released in Japan in 1983 and in North America in 1985. It is the best-selling console of all-time and marked a revitalization of the video game industry in North America. The basic console shipped with the equally popular Super Mario Bros. and two controllers, and originally retailed for US$199.99. A second "deluxe" set was also sold for $249.99 that additionally included a a R.O.B. (robot) accessory, an NES Zapper (electronic gun), and two additional game paks: Duck Hunt and Gyromite.

Sega Saturn

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Sony Playstation

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Yobo SG/FC Dual (NES + Genesis Clone)

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The Yobo SG/FC Combines the 8 bit FC (NES Clone) with a Sega Genesis allowing you to play the NES Titles and the Sega Genesis titles as well. There are no reports of any Sega compatibility problems, there are some problems with the controllers as the unit uses a Genesis controller and the NES functions are sometimes different or awkward.

Dingoo Digital A320

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The Dingoo A320 is a portable gaming console that emulates vintage/retro gaming consoles, plays videos and music, show pictures, RUNS LINUX!, reads Ebooks, has a radio, and much, much more!

Emulated Consoles:

Atari 800 8-bit computers
Atari 2600 (Dingux only)
Atari 5200
Atari 7800
Atari Lynx
ColecoVision
Commodore 64 (Dingux only)
Commodore Amiga
Magnavox Odyssey 2
MSX (openMSX Dingux)
Neo Geo
Neo Geo Pocket
Nintendo Game Boy and GameBoy Color
Nintendo Game Boy Advance
PC Engine
PlayStation (Dingux only)
Sega Genesis/Mega Drive/Mega-CD (Dingux only)
Sega Master System and Sega Game Gear (in progress, working for most games)
WonderSwan and WonderSwan Color (in progress, working for most games)
ZX Spectrum (GP2Xpectrum for Dingux, Unreal Speccy Portable for native OS)

(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA)

Emulated Arcade Games:

Centipede and Millipede
CPS-1
CPS-2
FinalBurn Alpha (Dingux only)
MAME
Mikie (Konami arcade game)
Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man

(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA)

Supported Video Codecs:

Video containers: RMVB, RM, AVI, WMV, FLV, MPEG, MP4, ASF, MOV
Video codecs: WMV1, WMV3, WMV7, WMV8.1, WMV9, MP42, mp4v, DIV3, DiVX5, XViD, MJPG, MPEG1, MPEG2
LCD resolution: 320×240

(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA)

Supported Audio Codecs:

Audio formats: MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, WAV, AC3, MOD, S3M, XM
Channels: Stereo
EQ Function

(SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dingoo

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Nintendo 64

OnLive MicroConsole

Features

Yobo FC (NES Clone)

Tech Specs:

Known Non-Working Games:

Game Boy Advance SP

Nintendo Gamecube

Yobo FC Twin (NES & SNES Clone)

Tech Specs:

Atari 800 Laptop

Features

Nintendo Entertainment System

Sega Saturn

Sony Playstation

Yobo SG/FC Dual (NES + Genesis Clone)

Dingoo Digital A320