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Can i play 3DS games on my DS lite since you can play games without 3D?

I’m thinking about getting my 3 1/2 year old son a Nintendo DS for Christmas. Does anyone know if this will be age appropriate for him? Will he be able to figure out the games? Also, any recommendations on whether we should get the DSi or DS Lite? Thanks!

Nintendo has confirmed that the DS family has passed a massive sales landmark. The best-selling video game system in US history reached another milestone in September: lifetime sales of the Nintendo DS family has now surpassed 50 million units, according to the NPD Group, which tracks video game sales in the United States.

Nintendo reports that its DS handheld has sold 50 million units in the US, making it the best-selling system in the country. In March 2009, Nintendo sold its 100 millionth DS system on a worldwide basis, but today the handheld game system set an impressive record in the United States: it crossed the 50 million [...]

Sony Japan president Hiroshi Kawano expects first 500,000 units of the PlayStation Vita to sell out quickly, says internally Sony does not regard Nintendo‘s handheld as direct competition. TOKYO–During its pre-TGS 2011 press conference yesterday, Sony outlined its plans for the release of the upcoming PlayStation Vita portable, including the announcement of all 26 launch titles, as [...]

The DSi is primarily a console, it was built to play games. While it does have a browser and certain online capabilities, they cannot be compared to the online functionality of a regular PC or an iPod Touch, the DSi is inferior in these regards

Nintendo Australia has just released sales figures for the 3DS gaming device.  The glasses free 3D gaming experience seems to be a hit breaking early sales records for hand-held entertainment.

Offering glasses-free 3D handheld gaming, the follow-up to the hugely successful DS has already been breaking sales records before it even hit the shops. But if you haven’t pre-ordered yours already, is it worth making a trip to the shops today?

Posted by Brier Dudley Nintendo’s new 3DS game player is hands-down the coolest new toy in the world for kids 13 and under, and those who just love electronic toys. It’s more fun than a barrel of smartphones.

Looking to buy either a Nintendo DSi XL or iPad? I have 2 desktop computers, and am looking for something more portable (around the house and to take with me). I was thinking of either getting the DSi XL or iPad. Which do you think would be a better option (I know the prices)?