At the rate language tools are hitting the system, the DS may yet become an essential diplomatic tool for foreign ambassadors as they defuse tense border disputes and nuclear arnament talks. Of course, its ability to play proper games may be to the detriment of such situations, especially when the ambassador is too busy snaking his way through Mario Kart to notice two countries declaring war on each other.The latest one to surface is this Japanese-English dictionary which can translate both ways, as well as accept kanji and kana symbols via stylus input. Throw in some fun quiz modes and a reasonably low price tag, and this program starts looking like a superior investment when compared to a professional electronic translator. The linked site provides an informative and more thorough analysis than that, so be sure to give it a read if you plan on visiting Japan soon. It's sure to come in handy when you need to ask, "Where might I find a Crystal Cocaine DS Lite?"
[Thanks Damian!]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
4-13-2006 @ 11:50PM
blankoboy said...
Anyone looking to buy the "crystal cocaine" white DS Lite? I live in Japan and have an extra one that I am selling. It is new in the box, only removed once to check that it works.
Nintendo DS Lite (white) x1
Wrist strap (white) x 1
AC Adapter x 1
Battery x 1
Stylus x 2
Manual (Japanese) x 1
Price: $190 US + $20 US shipping (3-4 business days from Japan).
Payment: PayPal.
If you are intersted, drop me a line here: "blankoboy ATNOSPAM hotmail". Thanks.
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4-14-2006 @ 10:52AM
Jason said...
Don't buy it from him; it's not worth it. The DS Lite isn't so great. It's still big. I am in Japan, and I know. It's not worth paying that jacked up price for it. It's 168000 yen. Stocks are being replenished now.
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4-14-2006 @ 10:54AM
Jason said...
Sorry, I meant 16,800 yen.
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4-15-2006 @ 10:46PM
quietXscream said...
engrish, anybody?
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