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IGN had a chance to peep show the wii-mote (that would be the remote like controller) for the upcoming Nintendo Wii. We only snagged two pics. I am surprised how much the packaging mimics Apple’s new iPod nano packaging. The controller looks cool to me, but make sure you go over there and check out the rest.

What do you think, is it cool or an awkward way of gaming?

Check out another pic…

Read [IGN] Via [Unbox.it]

This week we’re working hard to keep up with E3. While things here are not as huge as last year, the show got hot and exciting very quickly. The big three (Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo) have had their press conferences and announced the new games, system changes, new functionality, and accessories, now it is our turn to give you a taste of our mind. This podcast was once again sponsored by GoDaddy.com.  Head over there and get 10% off any domain or hosting order courtesy Gadgetell and GoDaddy. 

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Well somehow they left this one out of the press conference, the Wiitroller. This will go along with the Wiimote and nun-chuck that have already been displayed and used on stage. It is not clear how the controller will interact with the system and other controllers already out there. Will it connect to the bottom on the Wiimote or standalone? And why does it show a cable? Does it have a gyro sensor in it, what about a speaker?

I guess we will just wait to keep waiting. As Reggie said, they were not going to disclose everything all at once.

Read [WiiGamer]
Via [Joystiq]
Image [on Nintendo Japan]

Update: Removed the rumor tag and title. This controller was confirmed via Nintendo and is included as an image in the press kit. Looking to see what the Wiimote can already do? Click on.

Here are the first official shots of the PS3 system, controller, and hardware package options. Sony failed to mention that the new controller would lack the vibration in favor of the new gyration sensors, of course making it lighter than previous controllers. They also left out the fast that the 20 GB $499 system will lack memory card expandability (no Memory Stick, SD, or MMC), Wi-Fi, and HDMI output, making this system a really sh!ty option. Check out the controller and spec chart.

Read [PlayStation]