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Yeah there's no doubt that its a lot cheaper to make. Nintendo probably only made it because it has a big profit margin. There's no hinge so the entire thing is easier to assemble and the wiring is more straight forward. The hardware that drives the 3d is probably completely removed which saves money and allows them to decrease battery size without cutting the units battery life. My understanding is that there's only one speaker so it's not even in stereo. The screen may also be cheaper.OMG - it doesn't fold. That just seems... horrible . I could see it being a good thing for kids though. On the other hand, the folding nature of the DS/3DS protects it. I saw a kid drop her DS on the cement while I was at my son's soccer practice yesterday. Since it was closed, I think it was OK. This thing, though, I dunno... Anyway, not on topic here so I'll drop it. But man, just goes to show you can read gaming stuff every day and still miss things!
I don't think it's easier for transportation because its larger and doesn't close. It won't fit in your pocket. With all the compromises they made to cut costs I just don't see the appeal of it.I rather like the 2DS design for myself to use around the house. I love the clamshell design for it's easier transport/protection, but I think this will be much easier to handle to leave on the sofa for a sec while you answer a call, to use while lying on the sofa/bed sideway etc
I am hoping the center of balance is also improved with this, making it easier to use for an extended period of time when I am at home (I use grip/cpp for grip currently)
I don't know why they felt a redesign is needed and add even more model, but I can definitely some advantage to have this design for some of my usage. Not something I would ask for, but I can find a use for it.
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