Rumor: Details of the next 3DS firmware update
* Ability to access Nintendo eShop account from other internet enabled devices including computers and smartphones.
* This system update will allow users to take pictures of QR codes with the 3DS from the other device’s screen to redeem purchased content.
* This update will add the application “Nintendo Network” to the 3DS.
* Ability to update physical Nintendo 3DS Games via Nintendo Shop (DLC feature).
* A “Game Preview” Mode for the Nintendo 3DS system Nintendo Shop.
* Enhances the speed of the handheld.
* Increases the system security with automatic security updates.
* Nintendo Zone will be automatically added to European 3DS owners.
All of these seem like understandable updates. We can assume the next 3DS update will come sometime during the start of the Summer.
March 24, 2012
I’m looking forward to accessing the eShop on a computer. I also hope they fix the bug where the eShop times out when trying to connect and freezes your 3DS.
March 24, 2012
Yeah, it would be great to have access to the eShop anywhere and I’m hoping Nintendo and not just 3rd parties will have some big plans for DLC content for retail games. I could see Nintendo’s take on DLC give fans the best value. I don’t see them doing what other companies do where they try to nickel and dime you for every new level. Hoping for a big update of Mario 3D Land levels for $5 or something, or Mario Kart tracks.
March 25, 2012
New maps for Mario Kart would be awesome. Although if they are going to sell retail games, it would be nice if they could bump their current limit of 2GB from the eShop to at least 4 GB. MGS3D was 4GB. But for extra content and most retail titles the 2GB limit is more than enough. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-02-27-nintendo-3ds-eshop-file-size-limit-is-2gb