How does a Nintendo DS Lite work?

Answer 1

The Nintendo DS Lite is the updated version of the Nintendo DS. Functionally it is identical to its predecessor, button, switch and microphone placements being a few of the changes that were made. The largest change is the shape of the device as a whole, making it smaller, lighter, and rectangular versus the original tapered edge.

Answer 2

The Nintendo DS Lite is almost the same as the Nintendo DS which came out a few years earlier. There are some minor differences, however. The DS Lite is well, light. It doesn't weigh much and its screens are brighter. It is thinner than the thick Nintendo DS version. The buttons on the Nintendo DS Lite have been moved to fit more comfortably in the user's hands and the noise levels have been increased with a larger range of volumes. However, you cannot use Game Boy Color games in the Game Boy Advanced slot anymore. If you try to make it fit you will break your DS Lite. Overall the better version is the updated Nintendo DS Lite, even with all its ups and downs. The starting price for one of these game consoles is $100 [not including any games.]

Answer 3

Have you ever asked yourself, "How does a Nintendo DS work?" There is quite a history in those small Nintendo handheld devices going all the way back to 1988. But what's inside the little machine that has captivated gamers for two decades? Let's find out and see how all the pieces work together to let you play all the Mario games you want. You might be surprised at how much isn't in the casing that is doing all the work. Now for some tech talk. There are two processors running the DS. One of the processors runs at 67 MHz and is in charge of 3D rendering. The second processor kicks at 33 MHz and renders 2D data and GameBoy Advance games. There is 4 MB of mobile RAM (similar to computer RAM and used for the same purpose of speed) and 256 KB of serial flash memory. Really, the only other important internal part you need to know about is the WiFi antenna, which allows you to connect to the internet for downloads and online gameplay. There are two screens located on the DS, one on each part of the hinge. Both screens are 3 inches of TFT glory measuring 256 x 192 pixels. However, the lower display is a touchscreen, allowing input through a stylus or a finger. this second display is a big part of how a Nintendo DS works. Like most computers or anything that uses a chip, the Nintendo DS uses a firmware to boot the system. Now, the system checks your game ports for any cartridges. You have either a DS game ROM cartridge, an Advance cartridge, or nothing. If you have nothing, then the DS will allow you to use PictoChat. If you have an Advanced game inserted, the top screen will activate, allowing you to play the game. One interesting note is that the Nintendo DS is region-free, which means you can play any game purchased anywhere in the world. The one exception is that a regular DS cannot play Chinese version games because of a special processor that is needed to display certain Chinese characters.