Nintendo Wii It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.
Specs: Nintendo Wii - Game console, Desktop, Nintendo Wii disc, Nintendo GAMECUBE disc, IBM PowerPC
Microsoft Xbox 360 (60GB, HDMI) Now that Blu-ray has become the pre-eminent high-definition standard for discs, the Xbox 360 has yet to support it, but it still remains an excellent game console with a superior game library and online experience.
Specs: Xbox 360 Pro System - Game console, DVD-ROM, 1 x IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz, 1920 x 1080
Sony PSP The Sony PSP elevates portable gaming to the next level, but its multimedia functionality falls short of its full potential.
Specs: Sony PSP - Handheld game system, Handheld, UMD (Universal Media Disc), 333 MHz
Sony PSP 3000 Ratchet and Clank Entertainment Pack (silver) While there's probably not enough to get owners of previous the PSP to upgrade, newcomers will find the PSP 3000 to be a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.
Specs: Sony PSP 3000 Ratchet and Clank Limited Edition Bundle - Handheld game system, Handheld, UMD (Universal Media Disc), 333 MHz
Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite While it's neither a must-have upgrade for existing 360 owners nor as feature-packed as the PS3, the Xbox 360 Elite's combination of top-notch gaming and digital media features make it the current game console of choice.
Specs: Xbox 360 Elite System - Game console, DVD-ROM, 1 x IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz, 1920 x 1080
Microsoft Xbox 360 (Core System) The Core System is a cheaper, bare-bones version of Microsoft's Xbox 360.
Specs: Xbox 360 Core System - Game console, DVD-ROM, 1 x IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz, 1920 x 1080
Nintendo DS Lite (Onyx Black) With a slick new design, brighter screens, and a growing library of fun and innovative games, the Nintendo DS Lite is an impressive improvement over the original DS.
Specs: Nintendo DS Lite - Handheld game system, Handheld, Cartridge, 2
Sony PSP (black/slim) While it may not be a must-have upgrade for existing PSP owners, a host of subtle improvements make the latest Sony PSP (aka the PSP 2000) an even better deal for anyone looking for a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.
Specs: Sony PSP Core Unit - Handheld game system, Handheld, UMD (Universal Media Disc), 333 MHz
Nintendo DS Lite (Metallic Rose) With a slick new design, brighter screens, and a growing library of fun and innovative games, the Nintendo DS Lite is an impressive improvement over the original DS.
Specs: Nintendo DS Lite - Handheld game system, Handheld, Cartridge, 2
Nintendo DS Lite (red) With a slick new design, brighter screens, and a growing library of fun and innovative games, the Nintendo DS Lite is an impressive improvement over the original DS.
Specs: Nintendo DS Lite - Handheld game system, Handheld, Cartridge, 2
Microsoft Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition With its extensive digital media features, a superior online service, and an excellent game library, the Xbox 360 remains the game console to beat.
Specs: Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition - Game console, DVD-ROM, 1 x IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz, 1920 x 1080
Sony PSP Daxter Limited Edition Bundle - handheld game system While it may not be a must-have upgrade for existing PSP owners, a host of subtle improvements make the latest Sony PSP (aka the PSP 2000) an even better deal for anyone looking for a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.
Specs: Sony PSP Daxter Limited Edition Bundle - Handheld game system, Handheld, UMD (Universal Media Disc), 333 MHz
Nintendo DS Lite (polar cobalt blue) With a slick new design, brighter screens, and a growing library of fun and innovative games, the Nintendo DS Lite is an impressive improvement over the original DS.
Specs: Nintendo DS Lite - Handheld game system, Handheld, Cartridge, 2
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