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Nintendo 3DS guide

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Nintendo 3DS guide

This page contains all of CNET UK's Nintendo 3DS prices, reviews, videos, news, photo galleries and more. With a cool 3D screen you don't need glasses to use, the Nintendo 3DS is an interesting upgrade. But is it enough to compete with the millions of cheap games on the iPhone, or should you wait until the arrival of the Sony NGP? Have a look at all the articles on this page to find out, then bookmark it and return to see all our new 3DS stories.

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Nintendo 3DS

The Nintendo 3DS' 3D capability is its headline feature, but really it's just the icing on the cake. This feature-packed little console offers tonnes of fun, even if its battery life is slightly pants.

Nintendo 3DS explained in sadly two-dimensional video review Video

The all-new Nintendo 3DS gets a thorough going-over in our hands-on video. Hit play to learn how the glasses-free 3D works, and what other tricks are waiting up the 3DS' sleeves.

Nintendo 3DS deals roundup helps nab you a 3D gaming bargain

The Nintendo 3DS hits UK shelves very soon indeed -- we talk you through the best places to pre-order, and bag yourself a bargain bundle of 3D gaming goodness.

Nintendo 3DS battery test explains how to get the most from your handheld

Handheld games machines demand lengthy battery life, so how does the 3DS fare? We drain, deplete and demolish Nintendo's new machine, and show how to squeeze more juice from your own console.

How good is the 3D on the Nintendo 3DS, and how does it work?

The Nintendo 3DS lets you play games in 3D without having to wear any glasses. But how good is the 3D effect? We tell you exactly how good, and explain how it works. With diagrams!

Nintendo 3DS StreetPass feature tested

One of the coolest features of the new Nintendo 3DS console is StreetPass -- a feature that lets your 3DS wirelessly trade information with other nearby consoles. We explain what it's all about.

Nintendo 3DS definitive photo gallery shows 3D handheld from every angle Photo Gallery

We've gathered all our photos of Nintendo's feature-rammed 3DS console into one amazing gallery for your viewing pleasure. Set your eyes to 'ogle' and prepare your soul for knowledge.

Sony NGP vs Nintendo 3DS -- is Sony's PSP successor worth waiting for?

This year Sony's brand-new NGP handheld will go up against the mighty Nintendo 3DS. With the 3DS hitting shops many months in advance of Sony's toy, is it worth holding out?

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Nintendo 3DS to add Web browser and online games shop in June update

The Nintendo 3DS is due for its first major update in a few weeks' time. On 7 June the glasses-free portable console will add a Web browser and the Nintendo eShop, for downloadable content.

Nintendo 3DS Miis and QR codes put the CNET UK team in your pocket

CNET UK in my pocket, as cute as can be! We've created Mii avatars of the CNET UK team, along with unique barcodes for each, so Nintendo 3DS owners can scan and download our likenesses.

Nintendo 3DS disembowelled, reveals 128MB RAM

What's inside the Nintendo 3DS? There's only one way to find out: fetch the tools and tear it open!

iPad 2 fans square off against Nintendo 3DS fans in our queue-clashing video Video

With the iPad 2 and the Nintendo 3DS hitting UK shelves on the same day, we took our camcorders down to the night-time queues to find out whether Apple or Nintendo fans are more hardcore.

Nintendo 3DS on sale in the UK, two days ahead of its US launch

The Nintendo 3DS is on sale in the UK, a whopping 48 hours ahead of our US cousins. Take that, Uncle Sam! In this story we breeze through everything you need to know about Nintendo's 3D handheld.

Nintendo 3DS games include Street Fighter, Nintendogs at launch

Nintendo has announced Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition and Nintendogs + cats are to be among 13 3D titles to arrive with the 3DS handheld console on 25 March.

Angry Birds gets iPhone update ahead of Nintendo 3DS debut this year

Angry Birds has a stack of new levels in its iPhone version, with a Super Bowl ad unlocking access to a secret one. Meanwhile, developer Rovio is bringing the game to Nintendo 3DS and Wii this year.

Nintendo 3DS photo gallery lets you ogle the new handheld darling Photo Gallery

We're going gaga for the 3DS, Nintendo's brilliant glasses-free 3D games console. We've compiled all our images here, so you can have a lovely ogle of this dual-screen dominator.

Nintendo 3DS in UK on 25 March, with Sky, BT and others adding to 3D fun

The Nintendo 3DS will hit UK shops on 25 March. At a press event in Amsterdam the big N also announced partnerships with a load of companies to deliver 3D content to the console.

Nintendo 3DS hands-on photos and FAQ: We test the 3D powerhouse Photo Gallery

We've got our hands on Nintendo's upcoming 3DS console, which let's you play games in 3D without any glasses. But is it any good? Find out inside...

Nintendo 3DS: Everything you need to know about Ninty's 3D handheld

The 3DS has finally been officially unveiled at the E3 gaming conference in LA. Nintendo's latest entry in the handheld gaming market, the company wants to put 3D gaming in the palm of your hand

Nintendo 3DS: Portable 3D gaming without the dorky glasses

Nintendo's new 3DS handheld console will bring 3D gaming to the streets without the need for those pesky glasses

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