Customer Rating: 
Summary: Nintendo DS
Comment: Since the introduction of the original Game Boy, commonly referred to by gamers as The Brick, have owned the portable gaming market. They have managed to stay on top for a number of reasons, all of which apply to the DS just as much as they have any other system.
First, the physical DS Lite. The DS was not an overly attractive system, and it was a bit big. The DS Lite is an attractive system. It's small enough to fit conveniently in your pocket or in your bag, so you can always have it with you, no matter where you are. The stylus fits securely in a slot on the side, and the only time that ever becomes a problem is if, like me, you tend to chew on pens or pencils, because you will chew on the stylus, and it wont lock into place. Fortunately, the DS comes with a spare, and if you lose both they are readily available for purchase.
The graphics are not levels, it's true. They aren't close. But they still look great. And the touch screen and microphone add incredible layers to the game play. The new, more interactive direction has been taking with the DS and the Wii is something to admire and to commend. I can't tell you how much fun it's made games for me. I love using the touch screen in clever and unexpected ways. The design possibilities are almost endless. That the DS also plays Game Boy Advanced games means you have an incredible library of spectacular games at your disposal.
If you are in the market for a portable system, this is the one.
