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 Nintendo has launched the full version of the Wii Opera browser, affectionately known as the Internet Channel.

The full version is improved from the trial version users were already familiar with. New features include a manual zoom and a built-in search engine functionality (which is customizable).

According to the press release, early birds are in luck. The full version of the Internet Channel will be available until June 30. After that, you're going to have to cough up 500 Wii points. Browsing the Internet or Urban Champion? Tough call.
Nintendo News: Full Internet Channel Now Available for Wii

Search, surf and shop with family and friends, all from the comfort of your living room with the Internet Channel on Wii(TM). Featuring a number of enhancements to improve the user experience as well as a host of added extras, the full version of the Internet Channel powered by Opera is now available for free download across North America.

Fans of the innovative Wii channels already will be familiar with the Internet Channel, which delivers their high-speed Internet access via their television sets.  Based on feedback from Wii owners, Nintendo has created a new and enhanced version of the browser featuring improvements to the user experience as well as a performance upgrade.

Users of the trial version will notice the improved usability of the full version.  The browser now features a manual zoom, in addition to the automatic mode available in the previous version, allowing more viewing flexibility.
When zooming in and out of a page, text is kept crisp and readable at all sizes.  The new version of the Internet Channel also features improved scrolling functionality, as well as the collapsible toolbars and multiple on-screen cursors.

As search functions have become an essential part of our everyday Internet experience, the Internet Channel now features a built-in function allowing users to search without having to select a search engine each time.  Wii owners are given the choice of either Google or Yahoo! Search as a pre-selected search engine to power their built-in search button.  The selection can be changed at any time, or a different search engine can be used by typing in that search engine's address.  Users also will have the ability to easily access Nintendo, Yahoo!, Google and My Opera from pre-loaded bookmarks.

The full version of the Internet Channel is available as a free download through June 30, after which it will cost 500 Wii Points. Once downloaded, the Internet Channel is free for the lifetime of the system.
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wiifreak's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 07:36
wiifreak
Lots of good improvements on this version, auto hide menu bar anyone...
wiifreak's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 07:41
wiifreak
Just found that if you hold the B trigger and press - you can go back a page.
wiifreak's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 07:42
wiifreak
Oh, it's listed in the controls sectoin... (hangs head in shame)
Nick Chester's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 07:49
Nick Chester
Three comments! You are the Wiifreak. :D
Snaileb 's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:03
Snaileb
LOL @ NEX
wiifreak's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:16
wiifreak
@Nick lol very true!
Justice's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:17
Justice
Once downloaded, the Internet Channel is free for the lifetime of the system.



So shouldn't cost money now? j/k

I like the new version quite a lot, not that I'll use it often
Brandon Undead's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:27
Brandon Undead
The Shop Channel update that came down with it killed my Wiimote!
Tried resyncing, resetting bluetooth, removing/replacing batteries. Unplugging the console for a minute fixed it... just in case anyone has the same problem.
ironic_name's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:34
ironic_name
I wonder if you can turn off the little vibration whenever you go over something clickable. That kills batteries sumthin' fierce.
galagabug 's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:34
galagabug
holy crap. free worthwhile downloads.

Aaron Mxy Yost's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:34
Aaron Mxy Yost
Time to bring back the Wii compatible DToid front page!
wiifreak's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:37
wiifreak
@ironic, just press the home button then turn off vibration on the settings there.
Granite Gamer's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:42
Granite Gamer
Wii-cked Hella Pissah
Kryptinite's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:50
Kryptinite
Guess I'll have a reason to turn on the Wii today.
tehArtist's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:52
tehArtist
I updated, but it's still labled as Trial
Oni's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:52
Oni
@Nex: I was actually kinda sad that pornotube still doesn't work :(

I like the improvements they've made. The browser is much quicker now. There is finally an option to manage cookies, which I found as a pleasant surprise.
Oni's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 08:53
Oni
@tehArtist: You still have to download the channel from the Wii Shop.
BluDesign's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 09:31
BluDesign
Oni: There's far better places than pornotube...

I'm glad this is out now, it'll make me miss my mac less... (it's in the shop for a bad video card...)

Thank god for the shlubs who post full TV shows to daily motion.
Bluefusion's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 09:35
Bluefusion
Anyone notice how much faster it started up?

Too bad every other channel still requires a short nap.
Snaileb 's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 09:35
Snaileb
dvd I want some full episodes of the OLD TMNT cartoon. Any references?
BluDesign's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 10:13
BluDesign
No, but there is this....

NSFW...

And Daily Motion does work on the Wii. Just not in full screen mode.
Bob Muir's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 10:26
Bob Muir
It really is much nicer. I always found the trial version to be very annoying, with a small black spot at the top and giant bar at the bottom. I'm glad it's full-screen for me now and lets you get rid of the now-smaller bar.
AngelsDontBurn's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 10:51
AngelsDontBurn
@Snaileb: That avatar! LOL that boy Nappa Summa!
Skallah's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 11:03
Skallah
So thats why my Wii was glowing this morning.
galagabug 's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 11:19
galagabug
@snaileb

i got the streaming turtles hookup (just tested it, and the links i clicked are still live). don't wanna post it in comments b/c i don't need it trafficed to the point i can't use it. msg me. i still can't figure this site out :)

oh, and they're wii compatible.
Snaileb 's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 11:52
Snaileb
Velcroman actually made the picture, so avert your praise.

DVD why did you just link me to hot webcam action? I ask for TMNT and I get porn. Damns yous internets.

Anyways....

Galagabug can you... I dont know how to send personal address', don't you have my e-mail? Ask Niero or an editor that's awake for it.
drew102e's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 12:56
drew102e
meh, wii surfing gives me carpal tunnel
PetiePalo's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 13:52
PetiePalo
So that's why my Wii started glowing last night.

I'll have to get this, it's been cool browsing Dtoid or YouTube on my huge ass tv.
Nick Chester's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 15:55
Nick Chester
I just realized that in order for me to get this for free, I'll have to hook up my Wii again before Metroid Prime 3 comes out. Sneaky, Nintendo, very sneaky.
Oni's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 17:37
Oni
@drew102e: So does masturbating until my palms blister. It doesn't stop me.
Gameboi's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/12/2007 22:39
Gameboi
I just downloaded it before jumping into a Super Paper Mario session. Not sure why, since I never use the Wii to surf the web. Guess I'm a sucker for the freebies.
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