NINTENDO has released the full version of the Opera browser-powered Internet Channel for its Wii console.
The browser will be available for free until June 30, after which it will cost $5.
Here’s an excerpt from the Nintendo announcement:
Users of the trial version will notice the improved usability of the full version. The browser now features a manual zoom, in addition to the automatic mode available in the previous version, allowing more viewing flexibility. When zooming in and out of a page, text is kept crisp and readable at all sizes. The new version of the Internet Channel also features improved scrolling functionality, as well as the collapsible toolbars and multiple on-screen cursors.
As search functions have become an essential part of our everyday Internet experience, the Internet Channel now features a built-in function allowing users to search without having to select a search engine each time. Wii owners are given the choice of either Google or Yahoo! Search as a pre-selected search engine to power their built-in search button. The selection can be changed at any time, or a different search engine can be used by typing in that search engine’s address. Users also will have the ability to easily access Nintendo, Yahoo!, Google and My Opera from pre-loaded bookmarks.
April 16th, 2007 at 11:27 am
I downloaded this last thursday and so far I am impressed on the improvements. This is a great wii application everybody who has a wii right now to take advantage off especially since it is free up to June.