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Nyko Announces 2012 Wii U Product Line
The UBoost headlines a series of power solutions for Nintendo's Newest Console
LOS ANGELES - November
30th, in the year of our Lord 2012 - Nyko
Technologies®, the leading videogame peripherals manufacturer,
is announcing the release of 5 new power accessories for
Nintendo's recently released Wii U console. Nyko's first
products for the Wii U include charging and battery solutions
for the Wii U GamePad and the Pro Controller.
"We are incredibly excited for the Wii U launch and the plethora
of new gameplay techniques the GamePad and Pro Controller bring
to gamers this Christmas season," said Chris Arbogast, director
of marketing at Nyko Technologies. "We are releasing a series of
charging solutions designed to give gamers the convenience of
multiple options to power their Wii U controllers so they are
fully charged and ready to go at all times."
Nyko's Wii U lineup includes:
UBoost - Add 2x the battery life to the Wii U GamePad with this
simple clip-on extended battery. The UBoost attaches to the back
of the GamePad controller, with no tools or modification to the
GamePad required, and works in conjunction with the internal
battery to prolong playtime upwards of 10 hours. A built-in
stand also allows for easy viewing of streaming content on the
device with no dock required. Users can easily recharge both the
UBoost and the internal battery of the GamePad with the GamePad
AC adaptor included with the Wii U, and even place it in the
charging dock that ships with the Wii U Deluxe. The UBoost is
available later this year in both white and black for a MSRP of
$19.99
Charge Base Pro - Easily store and charge 2 Wii U Pro
Controllers with the Charge Base Pro. Simply attach Nyko's
patented magnetic charge adaptors to the Mini USB port on the
Pro Controller, and then place the controller onto the magnetic
charging port. The magnets will automatically pull the
controller into the correct position, while artfully suspending
the controller in the vertical dock. LED Indicator lights notify
users when the charge cycle is complete while the collapsible
design of the dock makes it easy for travel or storage when not
in use. The Charge Base Pro is powered through an AC power
adaptor providing faster charge than USB. The Charge Base Pro
will be available this Christmas season for a MSRP of $29.99.
Power Stand - Available in both white and black, the Power Stand
holds the Wii U GamePad while also recharging the internal
batteries of the controller. The stand utilizes the contact
charging points on the GamePad allowing for easy drop and charge
functionality. The dock features an angled stand ideal for
viewing movies and is powered by the GamePad power adaptor that
ships with Wii U. The Power Stand will be available this year
for a MSRP of $14.99.
Charge Adaptor - Charge the Wii U GamePad anywhere in your house
with the Charge Adaptor. The Charge Adaptor plugs into any
standard AC wall outlet, and quickly recharges the GamePad. The
extra-long cord allows for easy charging even while playing your
favorite Wii U games while the Velcro® strap provides an easy
storage solution when not in use. The Charge Adaptor will be
available in time for Christmas for a MSRP of $14.99.
Charge Link - Conveniently charge the GamePad from the Wii U
console or any other powered USB port with the Charge Link. The
Charge Link's extra-long cord provides the freedom to play while
charging from the console and the Velcro® strap provides tangle
free storage when traveling. The Charge Link is the ideal way to
power the GamePad when playing and is available now for a MSRP
of $14.99.