Ken Masters
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so I'm going to buy a 3DS soon but not sure which one. I mean, gaf, why should I spend 70 more for the XL.
if portability isn't a big concern then spending the 70 extra should be a no brainer
so I'm going to buy a 3DS soon but not sure which one. I mean, gaf, why should I spend 70 more for the XL.
don't think anything has been announced yet but I figure we'll hear something in the next week or so as it's almost launch time. I"m curious what kind of trade in offered people will give, esp. since I want to transfer my 3ds too.
I'm finding that the sweetspot appears to be much narrower. When you tilt the 3DS slighlty, you'll see a kind of black wave go across the screen as the LCD barrier starts blocking out the wrong pixels. That seems to be much more noticeable on the XL. Also, pixel separation is very present in 3D mode, but only half as much in 2D mode. I find that games in 3D really do look very pixelly, and the lack of AA that goes along with it does not help. 2D mode is great though, as the green is extremely vibrant. I also noticed while playing Theatrhythym that there seems to be quite a bit of friction on the touch screen when using the stylus. Still very pixelly though. Strangely, i'm finding that the lower screen looks better in all respects, when on the original 3DS, i found the low DPS to be very offputting and cheap looking. If you prefer playing in 3D, i'd suggest trying one out before making a purchase. For 2D, it's probably a no brainer, unless you really, really hate the low DPI.
Not sure if someone mentioned this earlier, but the Nintendo Store in NYC has a 3DS XL demo unit to try out.
I noticed that the bottom "panel" on this one was a little loose... can any Euro-folks comment on how well secured that panel is? I know of the screws, but does it feel solidly on with no play what-so-ever?
I hope my unit has looser panels. I want to customize it with a bunch of faceplates!Several reviewers of the XL have noted that the top/bottom panels feel like they can fall off. Others haven't. Sounds like maybe it's a crapshoot.
you guys, don't forget the buy/sell thread here on GAF! some good opportunities there - i'm prolly gonna move my zelda unit on ebay, it's going north of $200 right now and that's hard to pass on. get my XL at a profit!
But how does max brightness compare to the original 3DS's max brightness? Moot point if secret "ultra bright" displaced standard max brightness.
if portability isn't a big concern then spending the 70 extra should be a no brainer
Yup. If you don't really use a handheld outside of your home, then the XL is way better.
Just got back from playing with on at the Nintendo World Store in NYC, the dude working there literally had it cabled to his body so I wouldn't drop/run away with it.
SM3DL was fun, the screens are greeeeat, though. Generally zippier but I don't have much experience with the 3DS so it's hard to tell.
Cannot wait for the 19th. BLUE BLUE BLUE.
I hope my unit has looser panels. I want to customize it with a bunch of faceplates!
My own White/Black or Purple/Black unit sounds very appealing to me.
I just hope that there are shells by the end of the year...
I already beat you here to share word of our trip.
Has the removability of the top shell been confirmed yet? Seems like it would be more delicate with the camera/mic holes.
or if you carry a bag most of the time. It's only really a problem if you need to carry something in your pocket and for that I still carry my psp go, for everything else I just put in my bag.
As the NA release date approaches, I am getting worried that I will let my impatience get the best of me and buy one of those shitty-looking blue or red XLs.
Must... control... urges.
As the NA release date approaches, I am getting worried that I will let my impatience get the best of me and buy one of those shitty-looking blue or red XLs.
Must... control... urges.
I've already broke and am planning on getting one...
To take apart and paint! Matte black XL here I come.
The people that have the issue indicated that they're scratches. They can't be removed by wiping them with a cloth.
This post makes no sense.To me this implies that the XL is a step down from the 3DS, and a downgrade more than an upgrade.
Seems suspicious to me.
This post makes no sense.
Is the sound as low in the Music app on XL as it is on regular 3DS?
Playing outside (doesn't work with an AC adapter in most cases though).Brightness 5 is already too bright for me, so I don't see why anyone would want even brighter than that.
Not imo but I rarely lose the sweetspot anyway so I may be the exception here.If its easier to hit/find the sweet spot (music to my ears and 20/20 eyesight), is it also easier to lose the sweet spot/narrower margin room?
^_^
Tia though
Anyone else who noticed that the lower screen is somehow roughened?
Haven't read anywhere anything about it, but that was the first thing I noticed when I touched the unit for the first time.
Filofax.That's a purse.
Yea..fuck the haters, blue is sexy..I finalized my decision, im getting blue!XL get! I caved in Luckily the store was selling it for only 180 instead of 200 I'll most likely sell my 3DS OG for 100-120. Not bad I guess
Also, box is surprisingly small for an XL
XL get! I caved in Luckily the store was selling it for only 180 instead of 200 I'll most likely sell my 3DS OG for 100-120. Not bad I guess
Also, box is surprisingly small for an XL
yeah it is. where did you get it? On amazon there is only the one for 3DS.My blue case arrived. Looks fucking great.
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I'm in the UK, and it is available here from Amazon. A few pages back, I think someone confirmed it is available from Amazon.ca though. It is a DSi XL case, so make sure you are searching for them on the store.yeah it is. where did you get it? On amazon there is only the one for 3DS.
Yea..fuck the haters, blue is sexy..I finalized my decision, im getting blue!
While red is IMO the least tacky with the black, the color overall just doesn't do it for me. Be advised the blue in real life is more aqua blueish than the solid blue you see in artwork (mostly because of the metallic), but still the best version by far (well without the white available here that is)This thread is tempting me to go for blue over red.
My blue case arrived. Looks fucking great.
My blue case arrived. Looks fucking great.
My blue case arrived. Looks fucking great.
XL get! I caved in Luckily the store was selling it for only 180 instead of 200 I'll most likely sell my 3DS OG for 100-120. Not bad I guess
Also, box is surprisingly small for an XL
XL get! I caved in Luckily the store was selling it for only 180 instead of 200 I'll most likely sell my 3DS OG for 100-120. Not bad I guess
Also, box is surprisingly small for an XL
How snug is the fit with the new XL?
Also how does the case remain closed?
I'm on the verge of ordering one with a big stylus and screen protectors
Nice, which one is that?
Congrats! That is good news.
I've always wondered how this stuff works, do you have to pay for packaging and shipping?