we all wii
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designed to be a console for everyone
inbuilt web browser (Internet Channel)
opening up the gaming market also opens up the general computing market
weaker natural mapping of control (move on the z axis to move cursor on the y axis)
disproportionate movement
no tactile feedback
can be uncomfortable for small or arthritic hands
• resembles a widely used piece of technology
• utilises existing mental model of a TV remote
• Wii channels also integral part of TV metaphor
uniquely shaped and positioned buttons
comfortable for small and large hands
can be positioned with a variety of movement
tactile feedback via vibration
stronger natural mapping of controls (point exactly where you want the cursor to go)
motion sensing
< $400 internet browsing machine
independence for the elderly (home shopping and other tasks)
education for the very young
cohesive home automation interface
Javascript API
Flash toolkits WiiFlash WiiCade
currently no support for creating channels
GlovePIE
This presentation The Design of EveryDay Things, Donald Norman, Currency,
1990 Home Automation with the Wii Physical therapists prescribe Wii time, theage.com.au
, December 7th 2007 Wii Internet Channel Advanced Features Sample Page (view us
ing Wii) Nomenclature of the Wii Wii Remote on Wikipedia Online Mii Editor (used for Mii images) Wii Loop Machine WiiBot Wii Fit
Images Wii Remote, TV Remote, Mouse, PC