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==Wii Shop Channel== | ==Wii Shop Channel== | ||
[[Image:WiiChannelsShop.jpg|thumb|left|The main menu of the Wii Shop Channel]] | [[Image:WiiChannelsShop.jpg|thumb|left|The main menu of the North American Wii Shop Channel prior to May 12, 2008.]] | ||
An online store, the '''Wii Shop Channel''' offers a variety of downloadable, digital content for the Wii console. From the Shop Channel you may download "classic" games through the [[Virtual Console]] service, brand new Wii titles through the [[WiiWare]] service, and even other channels in the Wii Channels section. | An online store, the '''Wii Shop Channel''' offers a variety of downloadable, digital content for the Wii console. From the Shop Channel you may download "classic" games through the [[Virtual Console]] service, brand new Wii titles through the [[WiiWare]] service, and even other channels in the Wii Channels section. | ||
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===WiiWare=== | ===WiiWare=== | ||
The '''WiiWare''' section of the store offers new titles designed for the Wii. These titles are Wii games that are distributed digitally, rather than in disc form. The content, features, and price vary from game to game. Some games (such as [[Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King]]) may also feature downloadable "premium" content for an additional fee. | The '''WiiWare''' section of the store offers new titles designed for the Wii. These titles are Wii games that are distributed digitally, rather than in disc form. The content, features, and price vary from game to game. Some games (such as [[Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King]]) may also feature downloadable "premium" content for an additional fee. | ||
===Wii Channels=== | |||
In this section, you may download additional applications for your Wii. Applications such as the [[#Internet Channel|Internet]], [[#Check Mii Out Channel|Check Mii Out]], and [[#Nintendo Channel|Nintendo Channel]]s can be found here. While most of these apps are free, the Internet Channel does cost 500 Wii Points to download. | |||
==Internet Channel== | ==Internet Channel== | ||
[[Image:WiiChannelsInternet.jpg|thumb|right|The start page of the Internet Channel.]] | |||
To get the Internet Channel, it must first be downloaded (for free) from the Wii Shop Channel. This channel will allow the Wii user to access the internet from their Wii and be able to see it on the television. The browser is powered by Opera and can view flash sites (version 7 only). | To get the Internet Channel, it must first be downloaded (for free) from the Wii Shop Channel. This channel will allow the Wii user to access the internet from their Wii and be able to see it on the television. The browser is powered by Opera and can view flash sites (version 7 only). | ||
Also, the browser cannot play Mp3s or movies(unless it is in flash). The {{wii|A}} button acts as a left click, while {{wii|B}} scrolls. | Also, the browser cannot play Mp3s or movies(unless it is in flash). The {{wii|A}} button acts as a left click, while {{wii|B}} scrolls. | ||
If you have the internet upgrade, the internet channel will be 500 Wii points. | If you have the internet upgrade, the internet channel will be 500 Wii points. | ||
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==Everybody Votes Channel== | ==Everybody Votes Channel== | ||
[[Image:WiiChannelsVote.jpg|thumb|left|Viewing poll results in the Everybody Votes Channel.]] | |||
Downloaded for free from the Wii Shop, the user can take a stance on polls using their Miis. Each user can register six Miis. The user then votes on active polls by dragging their Mii to one of two choices. The user can then predict what the majority of the people are going to vote via the same process. After polls close, the user can check how "in-tune" they are with the rest of their region, and even suggest new poll ideas. Wi-fi must be enabled to access this feature. | Downloaded for free from the Wii Shop, the user can take a stance on polls using their Miis. Each user can register six Miis. The user then votes on active polls by dragging their Mii to one of two choices. The user can then predict what the majority of the people are going to vote via the same process. After polls close, the user can check how "in-tune" they are with the rest of their region, and even suggest new poll ideas. Wi-fi must be enabled to access this feature. | ||
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==Check Mii Out Channel== | ==Check Mii Out Channel== | ||
[[Image:WiiChannelsCheckOut.jpg|thumb|right|The Check Mii Out Channel's Posting Plaza.]] | |||
This channel lets users share their Miis and place them in popularity contests. The channel will also let people download their favorite Miis to have on their Mii Channel. | This channel lets users share their Miis and place them in popularity contests. The channel will also let people download their favorite Miis to have on their Mii Channel. | ||
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==Nintendo Channel== | |||
[[Image:WiiChannelsNintendo.jpg|thumb|left|Watching a [[Super Mario Galaxy]] video on the Nintendo Channel.]] | |||
Released in North America on May 7, 2008, the '''Nintendo Channel''' provides information about Nintendo and upcoming/recent releases. The main page (the video list) of the channel features a number of streaming videos ranging from trailers and commercials to interviews and demonstrations. | |||
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==Metroid Prime 3 Preview Channel== | |||
[[Image:WiiChannelsMP3.jpg|thumb|right|The startup page of the [[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption|Metroid Prime 3]] Preview Channel.]] | |||
The Metroid Prime 3 Channel was a promotional "teaser" launched to provide a sneak-peak at [[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption]]. | |||
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==Mario Kart Channel== | |||
[[Image:WiiChannelsKart.jpg|thumb|left|Worldwide rankings for the Mario Circuit time trial.]] | |||
The Mario Kart Channel lets you check up on records in [[Mario Kart Wii]]. | |||
[[Category:Wii]] | [[Category:Wii]] | ||