Wii Node

If you think your Wii Menu is looking a little sparse, there could be an obvious solution. The Menu offers 47 customizable slots, and if you’re only using the preloaded channels, you’re not taking full advantage of your system’s capabilities.The preloaded channels are related to the system’s basic features.The Disc Channel allows users to play Wii or GameCube titles.The Mii Channel is where you go to create your avatars, which may appear as players or spectators in certain games.The Photo Channel lets viewers edit photos and videos and create slideshows. These photos can be uploaded from an SD card or e-mailed.The Wii Shop Channel is an outlet for purchasing games in the Virtual Console or WiiWare sections, as well as downloading new channels in the Wii Channels section. These new channels are available for free and include the Internet Channel (browse the Internet with the Opera 9 web browser), Everybody Votes Channel (vote in simple polls), Check Mii Out Channel (enter your Miis in popularity contests), and the Nintendo Channel (watch Nintendo-related videos).The Forecast Channel offers weather reports and forecasts, and may simulate weather conditions in certain games.The News Channel offers current headlines from around the world.The Wii Internet Video Channel includes an informational video on why you should connect your Wii to the Internet.Other channels can either be downloaded from the Wii Shop Channel or accessed through certain games and Wii accessories. The Netflix Channel released on October 18, 2010 and allows Wii users to access the instant streaming service of Netflix at no cost besides the monthly Netflix subscription fee. Previously, Netflix offered an instant streaming disc for the Wii.Some games that offer their own channels include:Wii Fit: Compare your results with others and perform weight, BMI, and balance tests.Wii Fit Plus: Similar to Wii Fit, but with added features.Mario Kart: Participate in races against Ghosts and compare results online.Jam with the Band: The DS game can be connected to this channel to play its audio on the television.Rabbids Go Home: Allows users to view other people’s rabbids and participate in contests.The accessory Wii Speak also includes its own channel. In addition, users can install the Homebrew Channel, which lets users run unofficial software on the Wii. New channels are sometimes added at surprising times, so make sure to keep a close eye on the scene to learn about the latest and greatest opportunities.