DSi Rumored to Release on April 4

DSi Rumored to Release on April 4

A rumor from IGN is circulating today that the DSi will launch in the spring. Citing "multiple sources close to Nintendo," the report states that the DS-revamp will most likely hit on April 4 for a MSRP of $179.99. The DSi sports a camera function and internal memory to support downloadable games. It launched in Japan as Nintendo's next move into catching even more of the casual market, and has already seen a good reception.

When the DSi was announced, Nintendo of America said that they would be holding off on bringing the new system here. Reggie Fils-Aime explained that demand for the DS Lite was too high to introduce a new system, and that it wouldn't launch until "well into 2009." Nintendo president Satoru Iwata predicted a summer launch, saying the autumn would be too late. But even after the DSi launches, you'll probably still be able to find the DS Lite if that's your preference. We'll let you know when we hear official word from Nintendo on when to expect the system to hit stores.