What you need to know

We like:

Slightly slimmed down, a lot sleeker and more attractive without sacrificing the many features of the original Nintendo DS; innovative dual-screen and microphone-enabled gameplay without load times on a higher-resolution display than Game Boy Advance SP; remains backwards compatible with older GBA games; inclusion of Wi-Fi multiplayer capabilities and touch screen allows for growing list of original and fun games; no increase in price over original DS

We don't like:

Third-party support hasn't matched originality and ingenuity of Nintendo's games; darker models just as susceptible to scratches and smudges as the Sony PSP and the iPod; multimedia potential remains exclusive to Japan

Dimensions/Weight
Type: Handheld

Weight: .217 kg

Dimensions: 133x72x21mm

Colour: Black or white

Memory
Game Media type: Cartridge

Sound
Sound Output Mode: Stereo

Input Device
Input device type: D-pad; four buttons plus shoulder buttons and select and start buttons; stylus on lower touch screen

Display
Display resolution: 256x192pixels

Power

Mains: Yes

System With Nintendo DS Lite, dual screens and touch-screen technology allow you to interact with games like never before. Wireless communication allows you to experience real-time multiplayer gameplay, and the free Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service allows you to compete against players from around the globe.
	Dual Screens Two incredibly bright LCD screens offer one of the most groundbreaking gameplay advances ever developed. Each 3-inch screen can reproduce a true 3D view, with impressive 3D renderings that can surpass images displayed on the Nintendo 64.
	Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Ready to take on the world? Now, with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat and play with Nintendo DS owners across the globe. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game. There are no subscription fees -- the service is free!
	Touch Screen Technology The lower screen offers something never before provided by any dedicated game device: touch-screen capabilities. You no longer have to rely on just buttons to move your character or shift perspectives. Navigate menus or access inventory items simply by touching the screen with a stylus or fingertip. The possibilities are limited only by developers' imaginations. The touch screen features a tougher film cover for durability, and the included stylus is stored in the back of the unit.
	Microphone Port A built-in microphone port means that with Nintendo DS, you only need to tell your games what to do. The Nintendo DS microphone gives you even more ways to interact with your favorite games.
	Wireless Network With Nintendo DS Lite, you can connect with a local wireless network of up to 16 players. The wireless range can be an incredible 30 to 100 feet and for some games, multiplayer requires just one Nintendo DS game card. Note: Nintendo DS Lite wireless communication, including PictoChat, is not private and is not monitored by Nintendo. We recommend that you never reveal any personal information or arrange to meet a stranger.
	Rich Stereo Sound Nintendo DS Lite sound capabilities allow for greatly expanded use of voices and music, and a richer, more immersive game experience. Stereo speakers allow for virtual surround sound and a plug for headphones transmits stereo sound.
	Backward Compatibility Nintendo DS Lite features a separate media port for Game Boy Advance cartridges, allowing you to play all your favorite Game Boy Advance games in single-player mode.