Fact of Fiction: New Wiimote coming?

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1. FACT! Think of it in terms of the DS Lite. They improved that system not long after it was launched. It makes even more sense with the wiimote, because the new wiimote will still work with your existing Wii.

2. I'd rather Nintendo continue to release improved versions of the Wii-mote instead of the actual Wii itself. Although, what they could add beyond a better grip and recharable batteries is beyond me. Those two features alone would make it close to perfect.

3. Since it gives a better grip, I'd say it was friction.

4. I say fact of fiction……..

5. It's great that they're updating/upgrading their products and all – but I'm about to shell out for my 3rd & 4th Wii-motes & 'chucks. I'd feel a little swindled if I go out and blow $120 on that only to see new versions released at the same price point soon there after.If this is actually happening, it would be nice if they could confirm it with a date so that some of us consumers don't get screwed over. I understand that they'd most likley not do this however b/c they would want to push as many standard controllers out the door as possible before getting the new ones to retail.But still, from my POV, I'd like to know $120 can buy a lot.

6. It's a load of poopsky. Like Reggie said in that interview from earlier this week, they aren't even thinking about other Wii colors since they can hardly make enough white ones for everyone.And personally, I can hold my Wii-mote just fine .. what greasy-fingered gorks are having a problem with grip?

7. They should make a new Wiimote that uses accelerometers to determine position. If they can detect velocity and orientation, why not extrapolate that data to determine location? Get rid of the sensor bar!

8. In response to Anonymous (5:54), I think that could cause some issues because besides being extremely hard, it would have to be calibrated for every person, every game. I get pissed at how long it takes to simply quick-connect other Wiimotes before playing, let alone having to calibrate them for another player. I think the sensor bar is their best option at the moment.

9. I honestly don't think the Wii needs much of a hardware upgrade right now, it works nicely and easily enough for me, why change it? The rechargable batteries would be nice, how can you not hold the Wiimote? I mean, buy a Wiimote glove if you're that greasy. And Anonymous (5:54) I'm gonna go with Dave on this one. It would be too difficult to do that, and take longer than the Wii sensor bar. It's not like it's bothersome, large, difficult to set up or obstructs the screen, and it works nicely. The Wii needs some more games and Online play (don't forget games to go with that online play) and then I'll be perfectly happy with it. The news channel and whatnot are gimmicky and not needed.

10. The most frustrating thing about the controller (by far) is when you lose track of the sensor bar. For example turning around in Red Steel too sharply. When you point the controller back at the screen, there's a period of lag until the controller recognizes the sensor bar again. During that time you're just caught in a terrible tailspin. There must be something they can do in the controller to reduce the lag? It worries me that MP3 will be affected by this problem as well. It really ruins the immersion factor for me.Are other FPS's affected by the lag? I haven't tried any besides Red Steel…

11. Hows about a better speaker? The current one is crappola and seems way to sensitive to interference.

12. Anonymous(12:14): It's a Wii remote speaker, not a TV one. It's not designed to have an orchestra pop out and play a symphony in G minor, it's just there for subtle things. Like unsheathing or swinging your sword, an arrow going from your hand to the screen. Give the poor guy a break, it's trying as hard as you can. And you can always turn the volume down, that helps a lot, I have mine at 2.

13. I've no problems with the speaker being puny. What does annoy me is the fact it often cuts out mid way through a sound clip, or just plain doesn't make any sound when I know it should.Think its to do with all the wireless devices in the house interfering – anybody else experience this phenomenon?

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