Originating in latter period of the 19th century, Nintendo actually began as a company that made playing cards.  It was here in which the brand developed its inquisitive nature for invention, trialling products such as the love tester.

It was in 1980 however, where the Nintendo brand really took off, upon the release of their first handheld games console – The Game and Watch.  Five years after switching to electronics they had finally released a console, which proved popular all over the world.  In 1989 Nintendo launched the Game Boy, which over time became the most successful chain of consoles ever seen.  The success of the Game boy was followed by a number of additions to the Nintendo family, including the Super Nintendo, the Game Cube and The Nintendo 64.

In recent times Nintendo has reverted to more traditional consoles, revelling in the success of the groundbreaking Nintendo Wii Controller, however has remained true to its handheld fans with the Nintendo DS series.  The father of Super Mario and Donkey Kong, Nintendo is built in to the culture of anyone alive today in the western world, and we await the arrival of the Nintendo DSi.

The new stunning polished exterior of the DSi was more comparable to a futuristic laptop computer, rather than a handheld games console.  In a year where sleek has triumphed, Nintendo seemed to have joined the bandwagon replicating a thin, slim model.

The colour of the DSi console is either a matte Black or a gleaming White finish.  Seemingly taking tips from a certain American cousin, the new dual coloured design is simply stunning, adding perhaps the final touch needed to the DS range.

Suitable for either kids or adults, the colour of the DSi has the unique quality of being universally attractive.  Although the range of colour so heavily associated with Nintendo’s products has finally disappeared, it is certainly for the better. Both the white DSi and Black DSi are ready made models and do not have the stigma attached to removable cases that can often prove brittle under pressure.

What ever your fancy, the look of the new Nintendo DSi is one that makes you step back and admire, and as long as you can get your hands on one – it doesn’t matter if its Black or White.

Designed with a gorgeous matte finish, the Nintendo DSi is available in either Black or White, with the latter often proving slightly more expensive.  Needless to say, due to the demand of the product pre-ordering is already well underway with a host of reputable entertainment outlets offering the DSi console for as little as £150.

Argos are selling either black or white model for the cut price of £149.99, accompanied by a free DSi accessories pack worth £19.99, plus postage and packaging.  Tesco are also offering the DSi console for under £150 coming in slightly cheaper than Argos, pricing the model at £144.97 including packaging and free delivery.

Whether you are seeking a White DSi or Black DSi, the Internet is awash with fantastic offers.  However be sure to get your money in quick, as these are likely to disappear once the console travels across to Europe in early April.

Already available in Japan, we in the UK will have to wait until later in the year before we get a chance to get our hands on a brand new DSi.  April 3rd is the designated release date and will prompt a hoard of expectant shoppers rushing down to the high street desperate to get their hands on Nintendo’s brand new console.  However, why not beat the rush and pre-order or failing that buy Nintendo DSi online.

Since the Nintendo DSi was revealed to the public back in October, a number of renowned electrical and entertainment retails have been quick to flood their web sites with exciting offers for the console.   A quick browse of any the Internet will point you straight in the direction of the hottest new DS, promising that you will receive it as soon as the postman arrives on the morning of April 3rd.  One of the most sought after gifts of 2009, you will have no trouble in locating where to buy the Nintendo DSi online.

Argos, HMV, Blockbuster, Tesco are just some of the big names already advertising pre-order for the Nintendo DSi, often promising free goodies or delivery when you sign up.

Well, in terms of communication, the Nintendo DSi is the closest that any gaming company has come to a response, with two embedded DSi cameras, photo storage capabilities and music and video technology.  However, these are merely a welcome addition, as the DSi follows the outstanding tradition of Nintendo handhelds, in once again proving an utterly enthralling gaming experience.

The DSi reviews fantastically from a gaming perspective.  The guys at Nintendo have certainly done their homework and have gone about making a model that has just the right adjustments to the DS.  The flat LCD screen remains, and has gained a few millimetres making the console slightly larger in length.  It has also hit the gym and slimmed down a shade, 22% to be exact.  The gameboy advance port has gone, and in doing so has enabled the console to shed a few grams.

Unlike the DS, the Nintendo DSi comes in just the two colours - White and Black.  The matte finish gives the DSi an altogether more polished look and has the sleek appearance of a laptop rather than a kid’s toy.

Available in early April the Nintendo DSi is certainly one to look out for this spring.

A mutant of the previous DS consoles, the Nintendo DSi has gained features and slimmed down to become a special gaming tool.  Two DSi cameras now act as headlights on the rear of the console, and although only measuring at 0.3 mega-pixels, are more than capable of keeping you entertained when you don’t have your camera at hand.

Nintendo has also been listening hard to its hardcore fans and has made reactive changes to the DSi specifications.  Following the size 0 trend, the DSi is 22% thinner than the previous edition, losing 2.6 mm.  It also has become slightly longer due to the incremental increase in the size of the LCD screen.  The sacrifice required for a more ultimate gaming experience unfortunately.  It has also shed weight due to the removal of the gameboy port, which has now been deemed redundant.

One DSi specification that has remained similar are the battery life – which still stands at between 9-14 hours, enough to keep you entertained on a flight from London to New York.  Other introductions are a small microphone and the ability to store photos, music and videos, making this the most interactive DS that we have ever seen.

Although the console is already being paraded in Japan, we in the UK must wait until April 2009 before we get our hands on the Nintendo DSi, and begin to fully examine the two new DSi cameras.

Similar to a mobile phone the DSi cameras are embedded on the flip side of the console, therefore not interrupting or interfering with any game-play.  Although rolling in at a somewhat unimpressive 0.3 mega-pixels, these two little ‘eyes’ are more than capable of taking great shots when you are out and about with your DSi.  Also, the fun doesn’t end at simply taking photographs.  Due to genius in-built software, you can have hours of entertainment messing around with your photos, changing colours, adding love hearts, replacing boring backgrounds or cropping and pasting into other photos.  This ability to edit or distort photos is yet another facet of the Nintendo DSi’s entertainment quality that makes it such a rewarding buy.

Available in Black or White the DSi is available to buy from April 3, however most reputable electrical stores are already pre-ordering in their thousands.

Continuing the proud Nintendo DS tradition, this console doesn’t disappoint in terms of explosive gaming.  Remarkable graphics combined with phenomenal game-play make this the best handheld unit on the market.  The DSi is unique however for its two digital cameras which are located on the upper part of the handset.  These carry the ability to take pictures, capture video and modify photos that you have already uploaded.  The DSi cameras allow you to capture moments on the move and then re-create them with Nintendo’s very own personal in design software – DsiWare.

Thinner and lighter than the previous Nintendo DS design, the Gameboy Advance game port has been removed to increase portability and reduce weight.  Under the influence of requested from seasoned gamers, the screen has also been widened for a better gaming experience making the DSi console that slight bit longer that the older editions.

Upon release in Japan, the stunned public have voiced their opinions in the form of many approving DSi reviews, wetting the appetite of everyone around the globe.  Although you wont be able to buy the Nintendo DSi console until April at the earliest, many expectant fans have already placed orders ensuring that they get the first taste of the action when it finally hits UK stores.