Got an R4DS, So Happy!

Trulen · 05-13-2007, 05:04 PM

I've been looking into this, and I must say, the homebrew applications (non-game) are pretty impressive. Web-browser, meida player (though I plan to get a dedicated Media player (ie. Archos 504) ), music mixer, and even an AIM program of sorts. Developers have seriously opened up the DS's capabilities.

And I thought I wanted to get a PSP for it's homebrew goodies. DS tramps that idea, for sure.

-tacks Nintendo DS onto "gotta get this after I get a job" list-

And who wouldn't want a portable version of Secret of Mana?
Best SNES game I've ever played.
But it just don't feel the same on a computer. Keyboard could never replace that pad...
And that pad is emulated on the DS!

Gosh. Now I got over 400 to 500 bucks on my wishlist.
I needs a job. Srsly.

wii 24-7 · 05-13-2007, 06:12 PM

The mp3 capabilitys seem kind of pointless to me because if you have enough money to buy something like a stupid cartridge just to make all of your games act as one, then you probably have a specific REAL mp3, psp, ipod etc. And the DS can only take micro sd? What is that like 14 or 15 songs? Not to mention that all this new stuff for the DS is most likely bad for it. So if you do have an Ipod you might as well look forward to a new DS because your current one is probably gonna break soon. The DS is not a Black Berry, go Buy an apple I-phone and break that...

comedown · 05-13-2007, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by wii 24-7

The mp3 capabilitys seem kind of pointless to me because if you have enough money to buy something like a stupid cartridge just to make all of your games act as one, then you probably have a specific REAL mp3, psp, ipod etc. And the DS can only take micro sd? What is that like 14 or 15 songs? Not to mention that all this new stuff for the DS is most likely bad for it. So if you do have an Ipod you might as well look forward to a new DS because your current one is probably gonna break soon. The DS is not a Black Berry, go Buy an apple I-phone and break that...

WTF?

I don't have and IPod, why should I spend 100gbp on a music player when you can spend 125 on a DS with and R4. There's an Ipod media player for the DS if that floats your boat. I have it and it works great.

What do you mean 14 or 15 songs? microsd are readily available with 2GB capacity which is the same as a nano. If you want you can get a number of cards for games, music, videos etc.

The new stuff is 'most likely to be bad' do you always look on the bright side? Been using an R4 for months and if you're not some moran with the intellect of a pea then its virtually impossible to break.

wii_cammy · 05-13-2007, 06:49 PM

ok people
i am wanting a thing like r4 but is that the best 1 and were is the best deal to get it??

comedown · 05-13-2007, 07:06 PM

Not sure if its the best got mine from www.dealextreme.com wait is 2 weeks. Fleabay seem to pishing themselves over the r4 so auctions are a bit iffy.

One problem with the R4 is that download play doesn't work on all games. I haven't had a problem with online play.

Darkonix · 05-13-2007, 07:31 PM

Did I mention... if you screw up your DS some how dont expect to call Nintendo and it be all peachy.. It voids everything. Well.. I guess only for the ones that need to be sodered. Or however you spell it. Well.. if Piracy works for you guys. Enjoy it.

wii_cammy · 05-13-2007, 10:07 PM

hey i just ordered one off of amazon
can you tell me all the things it can do and how to use it to its full potentional

Taheen · 05-13-2007, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Monogatari

sorry man, when someone says they bought an r4ds for the homebrew, it reminds me of someone saying they subscribe playboy for the articles.

Lol.

Shame if it is illegal to use a different medium to play the game you purchased. Personally I want to support people who work hard on these games, and would feel guilty about cheating them buy just downloading random games I don't own. My mind is at ease though as they did get their money from me. I just prefer to not use their method to deliver those games to me (individual carts) compared to a single microsd.

About to try a few of the MSN clients homebrew. A few that look really nice.

And in comment to the ipod bit, I don't want to carry around more crap than I have to (hence the r4 in the first place for me) so one more opportunity to ditch a piece of hardware in favor of a multitasker, I'm all for it. Plus 4GB microSD are on the way this fall, plenty more than 15-20 songs.

BTW, anybody who buys an r4, I really do recommend going the extra mile and getting a 2GB card, I filled the 1GB pretty fast.

-Play backups
-Able to use homebrew to transfer .sav's off yoru carts
-Pretty large amount of homebrew (organizers, msn clients, browsers, mp3/vid players)
-No computer software needed, just use the usb microsd adapter that comes with the r4ds and drag-drop your files. REALLY EASY
-Removable upgradable storage/memory
-Same size/everything as the real carts.

wii 24-7 · 05-13-2007, 11:29 PM

Despite what I was saying earlier I am looking forwared to someday getting an "r4ds" someday but to me it is a bit risky...DS's aren't made for watching movies thats a psp.

Fox · 05-13-2007, 11:39 PM

Ive had mine for a while now. Still just got MP3s though...

dcemureviews · 05-14-2007, 02:27 AM

Here is my review on the R4DS

http://reviews.dcemu.co.uk/review-r4...t-1-54318.html

I also reviewed M3 Simply, Supercard DS ONE, NeoFlash MK5, the new G6DS Real. I have Ninjapass X9 to review and should be getting the new CycloDS Evolution within the next week or so.

bobdingley · 05-14-2007, 12:31 PM

yeah 15 - 20 songs is an understatement, considering i have got a 256mb MircoSD for my Wii for songs and that alone can hold over 50 songs, so if you were to buy a 1gb you would have plenty of room for songs so i dont see what you are complaining about. And also, i would really like to get one but if it voids the warrenty of the DS is it really worth getting?

dcemureviews · 05-14-2007, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bobdingley

yeah 15 - 20 songs is an understatement, considering i have got a 256mb MircoSD for my Wii for songs and that alone can hold over 50 songs, so if you were to buy a 1gb you would have plenty of room for songs so i dont see what you are complaining about. And also, i would really like to get one but if it voids the warrenty of the DS is it really worth getting?

The R4 or any Slot-1 devices does not void your warranty. Its a cartridge. Its the same as if you were inserting an original game into your DS. You're not opening your DS or modifying it.

bobdingley · 05-14-2007, 01:03 PM

Sweet, is it sold anywhere in Australia or is it only from online sites...if so i need to convince my dad to buying it for me cos i am not 18 yet and dont have a credit card so thats kinda a let down

Also, where can you download the Nintendo DS roms from, i mean i look on google and the best i can find is a site taht talks about the roms but doesnt give you any links

Taheen · 05-14-2007, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bobdingley

Also, where can you download the Nintendo DS roms from, i mean i look on google and the best i can find is a site taht talks about the roms but doesnt give you any links

That's probably not something we should talk about here. Sorry. No harm done though I'm sure.

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wii_cammy · 05-14-2007, 09:47 PM

ok im not talking about anything bot type in nds then i dunno so sumhin like a - then maybe roms.com
its just a guess

Wii_BrEnDo2007 · 05-14-2007, 09:56 PM

im getting mine soon im gonna get JUMP! ultimate stars

wii_cammy · 05-14-2007, 09:57 PM

hey is r4 reigion locked ppl

emms92 · 05-15-2007, 02:50 AM

does the moonshine app load games too? or is it just vids and music. and can someone tell me how to load ROMs...not download...just make them work on there