The new Wii U console introduces the Wii U GamePad, a controller with a 6.2-inch touch screen that redefines how people interact with their games, their entertainment and one another.<\/p>\n
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Launches: 30th November 2012 (Australian\/New Zealand Launch date)\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n Size: <\/strong>Approximately 1.8 inches high, 10.6 inches deep and 6.75 inches long.<\/p>\n Weight: <\/strong>Approximately 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg).<\/p>\n Appearance: <\/strong>The new console features a compact design that will make it a natural addition to any home entertainment setup.<\/p>\n Wii U GamePad: <\/strong>The Wii U GamePad controller removes the traditional barriers between games, players and the TV by creating a second window into the video game world. It also offers a new way for viewers to engage with their favorite entertainment. The GamePad incorporates a 6.2-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD touch screen, as well as traditional button controls and two analog sticks. Inputs include a +Control Pad, L\/R sticks, L\/R stick buttons, A\/B\/X\/Y buttons, L\/R buttons, ZL\/ZR buttons, Power button, HOME button, -\/SELECT button, +\/START button, and TV CONTROL button. The GamePad also includes motion control (powered by an accelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensor), a front-facing camera, a microphone, stereo speakers, rumble features, a sensor bar, an included stylus and support for Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality. It is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and weighs approximately 1.1 pounds (500 g).<\/p>\n Other Controllers: <\/strong>The Wii U console is capable of supporting, depending on the software, two Wii U GamePad controllers, up to four Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus) controllers or Wii U\u2122 Pro Controllers, and Wii\u2122 accessories such as the Nunchuk, Classic Controller and Wii Balance Board.<\/p>\n CPU: <\/strong>IBM Power\u00ae-based multi-core processor<\/p>\n GPU: <\/strong>AMD Radeon\u2122-based High Definition GPU<\/p>\n Storage: <\/strong>Wii U uses an internal flash memory (8 GB with the Basic Pack; 32 GB with the Premium Pack) for data storage. It also supports SDHC memory cards and external USB storage.<\/p>\n Media: <\/strong>Wii U and Wii optical discs. Wii U optical discs have a 25 GB data capacity.<\/p>\n Video Output: <\/strong>Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i. Compatible cables include HDMI\u2122, Wii D-Terminal, Wii Component Video, Wii RGB, Wii S-Video Stereo AV and Wii AV.<\/p>\n Audio Output: <\/strong>Uses six-channel PCM linear output via HDMI connector, or analog output via the AV Multi Out connector.<\/p>\n Networking: <\/strong>Wii U can be connected to the Internet via a wireless (IEEE 802.11b\/g\/n) connection. The console features four USB 2.0 connectors \u2013 two in the front and two in the rear \u2013 that support Wii LAN Adapters for a wired Internet connection.<\/p>\n Wii Compatibility: <\/strong>Nearly all Wii software and accessories can be used with Wii U.<\/p>\n Energy Efficiency<\/strong>: Wii U utilizes specially designed power-saving features to lower its energy consumption.<\/p>\n Wii U Retail Set Options: <\/strong><\/p>\n Basic Pack <\/strong>–<\/p>\n – 8 GB internal memory for storage<\/p>\n – Wii U console (white)<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad (white)<\/p>\n – Wii U AC adapter<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad AC adapter<\/p>\n — HDMI\u00ae cable<\/p>\n SRP AU $349.95<\/p>\n Premium Pack <\/strong>–<\/p>\n – Nintendo Land <\/em>game<\/p>\n – 32 GB internal memory for storage<\/p>\n – Wii U console (black)<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad (black)<\/p>\n – Wii U AC adapter<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad AC adapter<\/p>\n – HDMI\u00ae cable<\/p>\n – Sensor bar<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad cradle<\/p>\n – Wii U GamePad stand<\/p>\n – Wii U console stand<\/p>\n SRP AU $429.95<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The new Wii U console introduces the Wii U GamePad, a controller with a 6.2-inch touch screen that redefines how people interact with their games, their entertainment and one another. Launches: 30th November 2012 (Australian\/New Zealand Launch date)\u00a0\u00a0 Size: Approximately 1.8 inches high, 10.6 inches deep and 6.75 inches long. Weight: Approximately 3.5 pounds (1.6<\/p>\n<\/p>\n