When did Nintendo begin collaborating with Gyration Inc. on the Wii project?
Nintendo began collaborating with Gyration Inc. on the 24th of September 2001 to develop motion-sensing technology for a new console initially called GameCube Next.
Questions about Wii
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What were the launch prices and dates for the Wii in different regions during 2006?
The Wii launched in the United States on the 19th of November 2006 for $249, followed by releases in Japan on December 2, Australasia on December 7, and the United Kingdom on December 8 for £249.99.
Which company developed the Broadway central processing unit used in the Wii console?
IBM developed the 32-bit Broadway chip that runs at 729 MHz using an efficient 90 nm process for the Wii system.
How many units had the Wii sold worldwide by March 2016?
Total lifetime sales of the Wii reached over 101 million units as of the 31st of March 2016 after Nintendo discontinued production in October 2013.
When did Nintendo issue a product recall for the original Wii Remote wrist straps due to lawsuits?
Nintendo issued a product recall for existing wrist straps following a class action suit filed in December 2006 claiming physical damage from ineffective securing mechanisms.