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The latest generation of games consoles are able to do much more than just play games – they are home entertainment centres capable of playing high definition movies, and stream music, photos & videos direct from your PC. You can also connect them wirelessly to your Internet connection, and browse the internet on your console. As such, they require much more know-how when setting them up to be able to get the most out of them.

We can provide assistance configuring your Nintendo Wii, Playstation 3, and Xbox 360 so that it connects to the Internet wirelessly, and communicates with your other home entertainment devices.

Console Comparison

The good news is they all have a lot to offer: wireless controllers, online gameplay, and varying degrees of media functionality. If you can choose only one, it’ll be a tough choice indeed!

The Xbox 360 has been on the market the longest, and as such it has the most impressive list of games (with an emphasis on mature titles such as Gears of War and Saints Row), the well-developed Xbox Live online gaming service, the ability to link in with and stream your entertainment media from your PC, and pay-per-view downloadable movies and TV shows. On the negative side though, the Xbox Live service requires a yearly fee, while its wireless adaptor & HD-DVD Drive are additional ad-ons. HD-DVD is also no longer in production. However, with its extensive digital media features, a superior online service, and an excellent game library, the Xbox 360 remains the game console to beat.

The PS3, while pricier, has even more impressive features: built-in Blu-ray drive, Wi-Fi networking, HDMI output, and free online head-to-head gaming. The high-end Sony PlayStation 3’s larger hard drive and ability to play PS2 games makes it a worthwhile alternative to the cheaper model.

Last, but certainly not least, is the Nintendo Wii. The Wii has revolutionised gaming, turning everyone into gamers with its family friendly & fun approach.  It offers the most unique gameplay courtesy of its motion-sensitive controller, and is the most affordable of the lot. The Wii has its share of mature titles as well, not to mention a growing library of retro games from past consoles, including classics from Nintendo and Sega. It lacks the graphical ability and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii’s combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.