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The new Wii is the fifth home video game console from nintendo that has already annexed the hearts of gaming maniacs around the globe. The gaming console is the direct successor to the gamecube from nintendo, which as per the company targets a broader demographic than that of microsoft xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation. nintendo with this new gaming console is all set to beat the competitors in sales.

A stunning and distinguishing feature of the console Wii is that the model can be used with its wireless controller, the Wii remote and is capable of detecting acceleration in three different dimensions. This model also has WiiConnect24 that is able to receive messages and updates over the internet while in standby mode. It was at E3 press conference in 2003 that nintendo first spoke of the console. Later the console got unveiled in 2005.

The nintendo Wii gaming console was known by the code name "Revolution" until April 278, 2006, The nintendo Wii gaming console recorded a stunning success in sales since its launch by beating the competitors around the globe. It could record sales more than the combined sales of its competitors, xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 in the North America in the first half of 2007. While big names including microsoft and Sony had experienced losses with their consoles in the hopes of making a long-term profit on software sales, nintendo was lucky enough to enjoy a heavy margin of profit through out the world.

nintendo aims a wider demographic with its console than that of others in the seventh generation. This is quite evident in its series of television advertisements in North America. The productions are Nintendo's first broad-based advertising strategy which includes a two-minute video clip that shows a varied assortment of people enjoying the Wii system including urban apartment-dwellers, country ranchers, grandparents and parents with their children.

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Dear Parents and guardians, if you could only hear what I hear your child repeating. I'm sure it was unconscious on your part when you first said what you said. But I'd like to say that little children are SPONGES. They absorb everything that you are saying, doing and putting out there.

The sad truth is that they are already beginning to believe harmful words, concepts, and thoughts. They begin coping with words, and thoughts they received from you. Do you want to hear what you, their teachers and others have been saying in your kid's ears?

You won't believe it!! From a four and half year old. I can't stop sucking my thumb because an invisible witch put a curse on me, that's why I can't STOP!! I stopped my children's yoga class to ask her who told her that? My daycare teacher. I then took the time to explain to this beautiful, bewildered, and now frightened little girl that there was no such thing as witches and she sucks her thumb because it feels comfortable. I explained once you don't want to suck your thumb anymore you'll stop.

From a four year old. What were you thinking!!? That was stupid!! When I asked her if she needed help with her knots in her shoe laces.

From a slim and beautiful four year old girl. I'm too fat already. I can't eat too much.

From another three and a half year old who said to another child when she wasn't going alone with his idea. keep it up!! And I'm going to SMACK YOU from here to infinity!!

From a pair of brother and sister. Our Mom calls us DUMB. I asked them what does she say. That was a very dumb idea!! You're acting dumb!! I told each of them that they were not dumb and sometimes parents make mistakes.

From a tough and beautiful three year old boy as we were saying affirmations such as I love my mouth, I love my nose. He interrupted to tell me he doesn't like his nose because he thinks he has a BIG nose. I told him that everyone has a special and unique nose and that his nose was perfect and beautiful nose.

When I had a group of all girls --one said Hey guys. I think that this is misused and we need to bring in the thought of using the word girls even among ourselves, moms and friends.

Do you want to hear the favorite story of this beautiful four year old girl? The prince comes and rescues the little princess, so that they can get married, and she will be taken to his castle, where she will wait for him to return.

Here are a few humorous things too. When some of the children learned that my name is Yoga Kat. They asked me Yoga Kat, where is your tail

A petite beauty boldly announced that she has a boy! You mean a baby brother? No I have a boy. You mean a boyfriend? She giggled, squealed and nodded her head. How do you know he's your boyfriend? I asked. Her response without hesitation- I kiss him.

From a shy little girl who's hand I was holding when we were about to run in a circle. Yoga Kat, you don't have to hold my hand because I can run as fast as cheetah. With that she proceeded to show me how fast she could run. And it was fast!!

The little children were encircling themselves with the puffy mats and saying they were building houses. But one little girl said, I'm building a garbage can!!

At the end of a class I was saying to each of the children You did a GOOD JOB. And I LOVE YOU THIS MUCH. One of the little girls noticed that there was one girl who had already run to get her shoes before I made my statement. So she escorted me over to where the other girl was sitting and said to me Yoga Kat can you tell so and so that you love her too? With that I said, I LOVE YOU THIS MUCH!!

So remember that you have small ears wide open moms and dads. Think about what you are going to say and about to transmit. It's understood that it's done unconsciously. This is a friendly reminder to become more conscious of your words for your children's sake.

Yoga Kat--aka Katheryn Hoban is a yoga teacher and reiki Master teacher with twelve years experience. She teaches children's yoga ages 3-6, and Adults privately in NJ. She is the author of the book -Masters of ConsciousnessA Guide Book for the Cosmic Traveler. She has created a children's affirmation CD (ages 3-6) and an affirmation CD for adults. Yoga Kat is available for speaking or writing and can be reached at or 201 970-9340 or go to http://www.thecircleofpeace.com and sign up for Yoga Kat's newsletter and See me reading from my book on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDd_JyIActw

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A host of iPod speakers have emerged in recent weeks, ranging from retro to futuristic.

SpeckTone Retro Docking iPod speaker system

This fifties retro system costs 119, and is available in the UK from iWorld. It integrates an iPod dock, a wooden cabinet, and illuminated front volume-knob as well as 28 watts of sound. The systems wood cabinet is available in black, white or mint green. www.iworld.co.uk

logitech AudioStation

This is a more compact answer to Apples iPod Hi-Fi. Audiostation cost 199, and carries a Universal Dock connector. Unlike Apples speaker system, Logitechs integrates a digital AM/FM radio tuner. Controls are touch-sensitive and illuminated by LED lights. www.logitech.com

Gear4 HouseParty 24/7

A home stereo speaker system for iPods, its equipped with an AM/FM radio and an alarm clock. This bedside companion (available in black or white) costs 99, and ships with a 16-function infrared remote control. It offers a pair of 6W speakers and a 12W subwoofer, and features an LCD screen that displays iPod tracks of the station thats playing. www.gear4.com

sonic Gear A6

The A6 is a 160 speaker for iPods that deliver a frequency response of 20Hz to 20KHz, and is equipped with a pair of 4in mid-bass drivers for a better spread of frequencies. It can deliver 50 watts of sound, and is encased in a solid-wood cabinet. Also from sonic Gear come the tiny but powerful 1-200 3RIO Micro Speakers. These are compatible with all portable music players, and cost between 14.99 - 19.99. These offer 10 watts of power, and can be powered by usb or AAA batteries. www.ods-distribution.com

AudioStation Express

Logitechs well-featured, portable iPod all-in-one speakers are powered by AA batteries or AC power. A protective case and a wireless remote are included. They integrate an iPod dock, have a line-in jack, and cost 79.99. www.logitech.com

MicroSound

Miglias MicroSound is a set of tiny speakers for iPod nanos and iPod shuffles. It offers 12 hours of play from one AAA battery. It costs 19.99. www.miglia.com

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