Nintendo has announced that it will release the new DSi portable console on April 2, three days before US Nintendo fans will be able to get one for themselves. The DSi will retail for $299, $100 more than the current RRP for the DS. The DSi will feature a range of new features though in a thinner, lighter, package. It will be available in black and white and will come with an internet browser built in. One negative though is that it dispenses with the Game Boy Advance cartridge space, killing backward compatibility. DSi owners thought will have access to an online store similar to the Wii Shop though. For all the details, check out the full press release from Nintendo below.

Full Press Release

Australia, 19 February, 2009 -

Nintendo Australia announces that Nintendo DSi™ - an upgrade to the Nintendo DS® hand held console - will hit shelves in Australia and New Zealand, and you can get your hands on one on 2 April 2020.

Nintendo DSi has something for everyone, containing more functions to bring you more fun! Keep a photo diary via your Nintendo DSi Camera; store and play music with Nintendo DSi Sound; or why not browse the web on your Nintendo DSi via the Nintendo DSi Shop! New features include larger LCD screens, SD memory card slot, improved speakers and a slimmer unit.

Take photos with your Nintendo DSi Camera and manipulate and play with the images - real-time interactive imaging software makes the photo taking experience different from that offered by any other portable device. With 11 different types of lenses to choose from, edit, morph and distort your photos. You can even use the merge lens to blend two faces together! Watch slideshows of your photos, store your photos on your Nintendo DSi and exchange photos with other Nintendo DSi users.