Journal Entry #5: Are Wii the Children of the Revolution?

I personally believe that all the fuss about the new Nintendo Wii gaming system is just hype. We should learn to know that almost every time a new electronic product comes out, a big fuss is made about it. In some cases, the price would be expensive and the stock would be limited. Yet many people would still line up for many hours to buy it and the Nintendo Wii is one of those products. However, once this product becomes common and everyone owns it, the hype would decrease and eventually fade away. It is just like how Play Station, Play Station 2, PSP, DS, and even iPods were. Since this advance gaming system is invented, it is almost guaranteed that in the near future, the next generation of it or an even greater product would be created and put out in the market. By then, all the attention would be drawn to the new product and the Wii will just be like all the others. There is a strong counter argument though. Wii is another type of game system. It requires movement and is fit for players of almost any age to play. Players actually have to be involved and it truly makes the game much more realistic. This may seem like a technological revolution. Still, all the game products that have been put into the market so far require almost no physical energy. This is a really daring, new, and big step that I don’t think will succeed overtime. Gamers choose to game when they are bored or want to rest their bodies and minds sometimes. The Wii game system may seem to satisfy their needs, but will tire them out real quick. I have played the Wii before and that’s why I understand. Gamers may think at this moment that the new excitement of being physically involved in the game is the fun that they want. Nonetheless, in the end, I believe they will go back to the old games and enjoy just sitting and playing on their computer or play stations. These arguments that I have stated in my response were influenced by a few of my friends who thinks that the Wii is a waste of money and time. I have expanded their points and combined with my own to defend my belief.

Journal Entry #4: BBC's >Click

The episode I watched from the BBC Click programme was the one aired on November 25, 2006. It talks about the advance technology functions available in high-rise South Korea flats, free anti-virus programs available, the new Nintendo game set Wii, and websites that allow us to upload photos and professionally editing it.

The high-tech South Korea flats discussed in this episode appeared the most appealing to me. It includes a panel on the wall that allows you to choose which device to control in the apartment and shows how much electricity has been consumed. Video messages may also be displayed there and the television can tell you if your laundry is finished or not and will let you know if someone is visiting. When you are away, you can also access the home system by a PC and know who’s been trying to get in your house. The house has a system that tracks down where you are around at all times and the refrigerator provides recipes and as well gives a warning when food is expired. The house of future organizes our lives and gives us constant reminders of our schedules. It is extremely convenient and personally I am really looking forward to living in a house like this in my later years. It can be said to be my dream house.

As for one of the most popular topics among teens today, we have the Wii. It displays more intense graphics and allows gamers to become more involved in games while actually putting their bodies into action. It is consider quite cheap and overall gives a positive impression to many families. It can be used to view photos and messaging as well. I agree the unique physical experience gamers get makes them the more attracted to this product and it is definitely one of the gaming industry’s greatest inventions. However, I know of dangers in playing the Wii so it is best to be enthusiastic but stay safe. A game is only most fun when it is safely and freely played. Gamers should stay aware that even though they are required to be more involved when playing that it is only a game and not reality.

I am quite impressed after watching a Click episode. I think they provide excellent information and makes incredible discoveries to share with us. In watching it we can become more aware of how much our technology advances each day and the shaping of our high-tech future.