NEW DS Lite Photos [Mobile/Archive]

Quigoni

02-08-2006, 05:40 PM

I figured this deserves it's own thread.

Engadget has posted pictures.

http://www.engadget.com/2006/02/08/nintendo-ds-lite-live-shots/

http://www.engadget.com/media/2006/02/nintendo_ds_lite_front.jpg

More there.

Edited for grammar XD

Moxio

02-08-2006, 05:43 PM

Not as "majestic" or "tech-y" as I thought (I was comparing it to the Apple iPod), but still nice. Simple, clean, and an improvement.

Though I think they should stray from that "cream" color influence, lest it's a bad picture.

jkam

02-08-2006, 05:45 PM

CouRageouS

02-08-2006, 05:54 PM

It looks like it'll use the same charger as the GBA micro, which will save me a plug on my desk outlet. I do like how it has a cover for the GBA slot as well. Anyone spot the stylus?

ArthurDigbySellers

02-08-2006, 05:56 PM

It looks like it'll use the same charger as the GBA micro, which will save me a plug on my desk outlet. I do like how it has a cover for the GBA slot as well. Anyone spot the stylus?

On the talkbacks someone mentions that the stylus is stored horizontally. Where they are seeing that, I have no idea.

I honestly hope that is an early proto-type plastic or that the picture quality sucks b/c right now the white just looks dirty.

botticus

02-08-2006, 05:57 PM

The very last image is probably the correct color, unless they're taking pictures of different ones, or the top of the DS is a lot brighter than the rest. Although even that is a little dirty.

CouRageouS

02-08-2006, 06:00 PM

Yea I read that too but I have no idea either. It does look cream colored in the pictures, I'll be willing to bet its just the pictures though. Now I wonder if it'll have blue lights on it now, ala Micro and Revolution.

Can't see a power button in those pictures either, on the side SP-style probably?

shipwreck

02-08-2006, 06:04 PM

This thing just isn't very aesthetically pleasing. I'm still planning on buying one just because of the better designed buttons and d-pad, but couldn't they make this thing look a little sexier?

KingDox

02-08-2006, 06:06 PM

since I already have a DS, I will hold off on getting a new one. I'm sure in a few months there will new colors. The white doesn't really do anything for me. God I hope they come out with a black one to copy the black Ipod.

Moxio

02-08-2006, 06:07 PM

This thing just isn't very aesthetically pleasing. I'm still planning on buying one just because of the better designed buttons and d-pad, but couldn't they make this thing look a little sexier?

I was hoping for a, well, iPod rip-off. Sleek, white, and glossy with transparent buttons and rounded edges.

:drool:

R1V3R5

02-08-2006, 06:08 PM

Yea I read that too but I have no idea either. It does look cream colored in the pictures

I don't think that is the production version. Don't get me wrong, I think it will look just like that but more glossy and a different shade of white.

coltyhuxx

02-08-2006, 06:08 PM

i'll finally be getting a DS when this thing comes out. hope it's $129 or less!

Quigoni

02-08-2006, 06:15 PM

The stylus is held in the horizontal, and the power button is on the side.

The adapter is different, but you can see that for yourself. :)

gambitmachete

02-08-2006, 06:16 PM

apokalipze2

02-08-2006, 06:23 PM

No glossy no buy.

Vinny

02-08-2006, 06:24 PM

I think those pictures are a bit misleading.. that color is a dirty white rather than a white one. Oh well, the black one with be t3h s3x!:)

Zing

02-08-2006, 06:27 PM

Looks pretty sleek as compared to the DS we all have now. I'm sure the big question that everyone is wondering....what is the slot 2 on the bottom for? Hmmm...

EDIT: Oh maybe its just referring to the GBA slot. What's above it then? It looks like a piece that could come off or something?

It's just the serial number/bar code thing blurred out.

When I see thing thing in person, I don't see how I will be able to resist finally jumping into the world of the DS.

AHEADAMUS

02-08-2006, 06:45 PM

I think the stylus position is a big improvement. It'll be a lot easier to switch between the buttons and stylus—just think about knocking it out and getting it ready with your middle finger. No searching for it up top.

Arkay Firestar

02-08-2006, 07:26 PM

Dont get white guys...looks like whatever plastic they use might be the yellowing kind. I'm going black or keeping my original.

Even if its just a cheap prototype with low quality plastics, I'm still only going for the lite if it comes in glossy black.

LinkinPrime

02-08-2006, 07:31 PM

Meh. I'm gonna have to pass if it ends up looking like that or at least that color. I thought it would be all shiny like the new iPods. Might have to wait till they release Limited Edition _____ DS lite and stick with me LE Mario Kart DS for now.

bob330i

02-08-2006, 07:51 PM

Having seen a lot of plastic enclosure/bezel prototypes in my day, this one seems to scream proto. My guess is that it might be a soft tooled enclosure where they use lesser quality plastics to test out the general fit of the tool die.

In the bottom pic, it seems to look like the colors of the different pieces are not uniform and aren't as glossy as the ones above it. Makes me wonder if we're seeing a couple different units in the 5 pics.

I hope it has a somewhat glossy surface that will resist fingerprint and staining if they chose white as the first color released.

I'm still looking forward to it.

Darknyss

02-08-2006, 07:54 PM

Those pics looks like an obvious mock/prototype. I highly doubt the retail version will look so dingy.

And for all the people asking for a glossy/ipod finish... Are you ok with having to buy a cover just to protect your DS from scratches? Because that's what will happen if they change it. I'd rather keep the "matte" finish the current DS has.

RelentlessRolento

02-08-2006, 08:25 PM

the smooth side/edges are what are mainly attracting me... the original DS's edges kept hurting my hands after long periods of play.

Quigoni

02-08-2006, 08:35 PM

http://www.nintendogal.com/index.php?/archives/508-More-DS-Lite-Photos.html

Even more photos!

daroga

02-08-2006, 09:03 PM

http://www.nintendogal.com/index.php?/archives/508-More-DS-Lite-Photos.html

Even more photos!
Coolness!

Professor Oreo

02-08-2006, 09:47 PM

This thing just isn't very aesthetically pleasing. I'm still planning on buying one just because of the better designed buttons and d-pad, but couldn't they make this thing look a little sexier?

I agree. Say what you want about Sony's PSP, but it is one sleek looking S.O.B.

botticus

02-08-2006, 10:07 PM

Haha... I wonder if all this concern with aesthetics was present back in the 80s. I guess the SNES was kinda cool looking, but the NES and GB? Ugly as sin, but beautiful machines.

secretvampire

02-08-2006, 10:16 PM

Yeah, I have a feeling this is a review copy that has been passed around a lot which is why it looks so dull/dirty/dingy.

GizmoGC

02-08-2006, 10:18 PM

Looks good...Can't wait till they announce the other colors. Ive been holding off pre-ordering one from Lik-Sang until they do.

encendido5

02-08-2006, 10:42 PM

I was hoping for a, well, iPod rip-off. Sleek, white, and glossy with transparent buttons and rounded edges.

:drool:

I was thinking the same thing... There's still hope...

SilverPaw750

02-08-2006, 10:52 PM

Make it in black and I'm sold.

2poor

02-08-2006, 11:02 PM

glossy green and ill bite.

sblymnlcrymnl

02-08-2006, 11:06 PM

Alright, I think I'm going to sell my DS now ...

Requiem

02-08-2006, 11:39 PM

Kaijufan

02-09-2006, 12:10 AM

Make it in black and I'm sold.
Ditto.

DrunkTigerWoods

02-09-2006, 12:39 AM

Mmmmmmmmm yea! Lookin good DS. Now show me some black pics.

OldKai

02-09-2006, 01:00 AM

Definitely in black. Don't really want that color unless I have no other choice.

Graystone

02-09-2006, 02:03 AM

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/daddiebigbig/nintendo_ds_lite_backxcssd.jpg

You guys think this is the power or the stylus?

Cause I'm not seeing anything else on the back unless the stylus is white and fits firmly into the back somewhere.

I hope that its the some prototype, and not what its going to look like. The plastic on it looks like the same that was on PC cases back in 95 and they turned yellow in time.

Quigoni

02-09-2006, 02:08 AM

It's not a prototype*, and that's the stylus holder. The power adapter space is next to the DS card slot.

*This sorta is I suppose, but this is what they'll look like.

GizmoGC

02-09-2006, 03:00 AM

It's not a prototype*, and that's the stylus holder. The power adapter space is next to the DS card slot.

*This sorta is I suppose, but this is what they'll look like.

Listen to her, her husband is part of DOTS!!!!!! :lol:

DT778

02-09-2006, 03:23 AM

You guys think this is the power or the stylus?

Cause I'm not seeing anything else on the back unless the stylus is white and fits firmly into the back somewhere.

I hope that its the some prototype, and not what its going to look like. The plastic on it looks like the same that was on PC cases back in 95 and they turned yellow in time.
the power is on the same side as the stylus
http://www.nintendogal.com/uploads/dslite/int/12.serendipityThumb.jpg
good luck not accidently turning it off.

Quigoni

02-09-2006, 04:18 AM

Listen to her, her husband is part of DOTS!!!!!! :lol:

Dude, lay off. He's actually held one.

I don't think I'm the only one who gets tired of your sarcasm all across the forum.

ArthurDigbySellers

02-09-2006, 09:57 AM

I just don't like the Start and Select buttons being near the four face buttons.

I always liked having the Start/Select buttons further away from the main field of play and button mashing. Just my preference (and it was fine in the original DS design)

Other than that minor gripe, I really like the fact the screens are even brighter now. Time for my 3RD DS! :cry:

I'm in agreement about the Start and Select buttons. Not only do I not like where they are placed, they seem like they were an afterthought. There's just something about the way they look that I really don't like.

The brighter screens is probably going to sway me on this one as well.

Now, do I give my old DS to my wife or do I use it to offset the price of the new one?

cgpwns

02-09-2006, 10:20 AM

the power is on the same side as the stylus
http://www.nintendogal.com/uploads/dslite/int/12.serendipityThumb.jpg
good luck not accidently turning it off.

You have to hold it in the off position for a few seconds before it shuts off.

Anyone else notice the two white areas on the top portion of the DSLite that resemble what could be clips? I also noticed the clear coating around the bottom and top portions. Maybe they can be removed? The touch screen also looks like it could be removable this time around too.

heavy liquid

02-09-2006, 10:57 AM

Here are all of the photos after color correction:

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve1_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve2_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve3_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve4_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve5_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve6_copy.jpg

http://www.strangereaction.com/imagehost/albums/userpics/10020/retrieve7_copy.jpg

Mookyjooky

02-09-2006, 11:22 AM

Damnit, It's a different power adapter.

Arkay Firestar

02-09-2006, 03:03 PM

How is it that the system can shut all the away but the d-pad and buttons don't appear recessed and if the touch screen was somehow not flush (sticking out a bit), the sides would have gaps...or am I just a moron?

Mookyjooky

02-09-2006, 03:10 PM

Mookyjooky

02-09-2006, 03:11 PM

if you want an ipod, go buy a freaking ipod. i don't want an ipod. i'm glad it doesn't look like one of those turds.

p.s. last i heard, girls were sexy, not electronics :^o

Pri-----vate Eye! He's watching you... DUN DUN! Watchin your ev--ery move.... whoa----ahh! Pri----vate Eyeeeee!

javeryh

02-09-2006, 03:21 PM

Pri-----vate Eye! He's watching you... DUN DUN! Watchin your ev--ery move.... whoa----ahh! Pri----vate Eyeeeee!

:D

CAG 79

02-09-2006, 03:43 PM

Here's a link to the manual if anyone is interested:

http://joeljohnson.com/kotaku/dslite.pdf

Credit goes to Kotaku.

1SwtDeception

02-09-2006, 04:12 PM

Mmmmm it doesn't look so spectacular I'm going to rush out and get it.. I'll stick with my DS right now since it isn't that significant of a change really... I'm just curious on color <-- or I miss out on that..

WolfPac_Ite

02-16-2006, 08:09 PM

Looks sweet except for the color. I want a classic NES style. Or a Kirby themed DS. I love Kirby.

pubes

02-16-2006, 08:44 PM

I'm in agreement about the Start and Select buttons. Not only do I not like where they are placed, they seem like they were an afterthought. There's just something about the way they look that I really don't like.

I can't say that the start/select placement is too odd considering they were in almost the same spot on the original GBA. (on the d-pad side rather than the button side) Though, I've never played an original GBA so take that with a grain of salt.

Apossum

02-16-2006, 09:01 PM

looks like an older ipod. A chrome backing would've been cool, but Apple might sue them.

i'm sold, as long as it isn't 150.

SpottedNigel

02-16-2006, 09:06 PM

Dont forget the other two colors, or at least dont forget the Enamel Navy...nice...

The Dord

02-18-2006, 06:59 PM

CheapyD got to play one: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=85253

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/ymij/dslite.jpg

Vinny

02-18-2006, 07:30 PM

looks like an older ipod. A chrome backing would've been cool, but Apple might sue them.

i'm sold, as long as it isn't 150.

Uh... it is $150. What would make you think otherwise? The original DS dropped in price about 6-7 months ago I think so this would fit in well at $150. But I wouldn't complain if they made this $130 and dropped the regular DS to $100 flat. That's doubtful though since Nintendo handheld revisions always sell well.

GizmoGC

02-18-2006, 07:49 PM

I see Nintendo selling the Lite for $149.99. IF they drop the Original to $99.99 and them make the Lite the 'standard' price, that would be awesome. Regardless I am importing mine so unless the decide to make a NES style Lite, the import will be mine forever.