Game Boy – Nintendo First Step to Gaming World

Posted by Chrisstenson Ford 17 September, 2009 (0) Comment

The Game Boy is the oldest hit game console of the Nintendo in the late 80’s. The Game Boy is an 8-bit handheld video game device developed and manufactured by Nintendo. It was released in Japan on April 21, 1989, in North America on July 31, 1989 and in Europe on September 28, 1990. In Southern Asia, it is known as the “Tata Game Boy”. It is the first handheld console in the Game Boy line. It was created by Gunpei Yokoi and Nintendo’s Research and Development 1—the same staff who had designed the Game & Watch series as well as several popular games for the NES.

The Game Boy was Nintendo’s second handheld system following the Game & Watch series introduced in 1980, and it combined features from both the Nintendo Entertainment System and Game & Watch. It was also the first handheld game to use video game cartridges since Milton Bradley’s Microvision handheld console. It was originally bundled with the puzzle game Tetris.

Despite many other, technologically superior handheld consoles introduced during its lifetime, the Game Boy was a tremendous success. The Game Boy and Game Boy Color combined have sold 118.69 million units worldwide. Upon its release in the United States, it sold its entire shipment of one million units within weeks.

Xbox – The Microsoft Video Game Console The Game Boy Console The Game Boy’s main controls for playing games are located on the lower half of its front frame. The Game Boy has four operation buttons labeled “A”, “B”, “SELECT”, and “START” as well as a directional pad. The functions of these buttons vary from game to game. There is a volume control dial on the right side of the console and a similar knob to adjust the contrast on the left side. A sliding on-off switch, as well as the slot for the Game Boy cartridges are located at the top of the Game Boy[8] Normally, users leave the cartridge in the system as recommended by Nintendo to prevent dust and dirt from entering the system. Playstation – It’s Time to Play Game

The Game Boy Popular Game
Tetris was a pack-in title included with the Game Boy at the handheld’s release in 1989. It is a portable version of Alexey Pajitnov’s Tetris. It was the first game compatible with the Game Boy Game Link Cable, a pack-in accessory that allowed two Game Boys to link together for multiplayer purposes. A colorized remake of the game was released on the Game Boy Color entitled Tetris DX.

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What is a Cool Gadget?

Posted by Chrisstenson Ford 10 September, 2009 (0) Comment

Every since I was a little boy I had a love and fascination of gadgets. Most men and boys do. Why? Here is a true, life story.

When I was young, digital watches were new. TV ads showcased many digital watches because they were so popular. The week, day, month, and date were displayed on the watch. If I had a watch like that, I no longer had to walk over to the calendar to know the date. All I would have to do is look at my new digital wristwatch. How easy was that?!

The watch that really caught my eye had an alarm. As a young boy, that was especially cool. It could be set to go off whenever I wanted. It was awesome to have an alarm with me since it was part of my wristwatch.

This watch also had a stopwatch. Now, my friends and I could time our races. This was a feature used a lot since it was convenient and easy to use.

All those features were great, but there was one feature that beat them all and no other regular analog watch at the time could do. It had a light that allowed me to see the time at night.

What makes a watch gadget so cool?
– Convenience—attached to my wrist and always with me
– Easier lifestyle—built in calendar and light
– Fun Features—alarm and stopwatch unique to that era
– Cool—stylish like James Bond

As time went by, watches grew in features. They came in smaller packages and added functionality such as a calculator. I did use this feature but it was more of a cool thing just to know that any combination of numbers someone threw at me could be added quickly. When they came out with the databanks, I definitely had to get one! Now all my phone numbers and important dates could be stored. They no longer had to be remembered on my own.

Going to stores to see the latest cool watch features was a must. As an adult, it is still enjoyable to see what new features are being developed and how enticing it may be to buy a new and improved one.

Once a gadget is liked, interest in the next upgrade, functionality, and features usually occurs. Some watch added additions are atomic timers, water resistance, multiple alarms, altimeters, compasses, barometers, remote controls, TV tuners, MP3 players, MP4 players, AVI players, cell phones, heart rate monitors, and solar power.

We have talked about watches as a cool gadget and have came up with a working definition. Now let us try this definition with something else—pocketknives. Why do guys love pocketknives?
They are cool gadgets! Pocketknives have:
– Convenience—always with you
– Makes life easier—handy blade to open bags, boxes, etc.
– Fun Feature—mini scissors
– Cool—compact

Some gadgets may have one or more of the above definitions; however if a gadget has all four, you can be assured that it is a cool gadget.

If you’ve enjoyed all the exciting information you read here about gadgets, you’ll love everything else you find at top-10-gadgets.

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Brand New Breo Campos Watches from Health and Care

Posted by Chrisstenson Ford 12 August, 2009 (0) Comment

If you are a fan of the Breo Roam Watches then you will love the brand new Campos Watches from Breo. The Campos Watch is different to the Roam watch as it has a fully adjustable strap so one size fits all. The Campos watch still has all the unique features you expect from a Breo watch. The soft rubber finish is comfortable on the skin and it is so lightweight that you may even forget that you are wearing it. Designed with minimal fuss and comfort in mind the Breo Campos Watch is perfect for holidays and everyday wear. It is also water resistant up to 10m so you sport your Campos watch whilst relaxing by the pool.  As with the Roam watch the Campos comes in a range of great colours. There are 9 vibrant colours to choose from including Purple, Blue, Black, White, Orange, Yellow, Green, Grey and Pink. With this great choice of colours you are bound to find a Campos watch to suit you. For piece of mind the Breo Campos watch also comes with a 12 month manufacturer’s warranty. So what are you waiting for? At only £14.95 the Campos is a great value, funky looking watch that is guaranteed to make you stand out in a crowd. You can buy the Breo Campos Watch from Health and Care.co.uk for £14.95 including all postage and packaging. The Breo Roam Watch is also available to purchase for only £9.95 with 17 colours to choose from.

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