Wii U system software

      Wii U system software
      Company / developer Nintendo
      OS family Nintendo proprietary
      Working state Current
      Source model Closed source
      Initial release 1.0.1 / November 18, 2012; 6 months ago (2012-11-18)
      Latest stable release 3.0.1 / May 21, 2013; 26 days ago (2013-05-21)
      Available language(s) Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish, Japanese, Korean, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese
      Update method Direct Download
      Game Disc
      Supported platforms Wii U
      Preceded by Wii OS
      Official website

      Wii U system software is the official updatable firmware version and operating system for the Wii U. Updates, which are downloaded via the system's Internet connection allow Nintendo to add and remove features and software. Updates also include all changes from previous updates.

      The current version of the system software is 3.0.1.[1]

      HOME Menu

      The HOME Menu is a graphical user interface similar to the Wii's "Wii Menu" and Nintendo 3DS HOME Menu. It allows launching software stored on Wii U optical discs, applications installed in the internal memory or an external storage device, or Wii titles through the system's "Wii Mode". By default, on the TV screen, the WaraWara Plaza is displayed while on the Wii U GamePad screen, information such as wireless signal strength, date and time as well as battery life and application icons are displayed. Using the home button, users can bring up the HOME menu while in a Wii U application, allowing them to use certain multitasking applications. Like the original Wii, discs can also be hot-swapped while in the menu. Unlike the Nintendo 3DS, the Nintendo eShop on the Wii U is part of the multitask applications.

      Pre-installed Applications

      Multitasking Applications

      The Wii U is capable of opening applications simultaneously. Once an application is running, the user can push the HOME button to suspend it temporarily. The user can then open another specially designed multitasking applications built into the system without closing the suspended software or application.

      ^[a] Nintendo TVii is available in Japan and North America. (as of December, 2012)

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      Wii U System Update releases

      Obsolete Current

      Version 3

      Table of versions: Wii U OS Version 3
      Version Release date Changes in System Software

      3.0.1

      		 May 21, 2013; 26 days ago (2013-05-21)
      • Improvements to System Stability and Convenience

      [2]

      3.0.0

      		 April 25, 2013; 52 days ago (2013-04-25)
      Addition of Standby Functions Feature
      • This feature enables data for purchased software, system updates and software updates to be downloaded and installed automatically even after the console has been turned off.
      • The light above the power button will change to an amber color when software is being downloaded in standby mode.
      • The "Auto Power-Down" option in system settings has been renamed to "Power Settings", which now includes both the auto power-down setting and the new standby functions feature.
      Updates to Miiverse
      • Controls using the Wii Remote, the Wii U Pro Controller, and the Classic Controller are now supported.
      • The input screen for handwritten posts is now also displayed on the TV.
      • The input screen for handwritten posts now features an undo/redo button.
      Updates to the Internet Browser
      • Controls using the Wii Remote and the Wii U Pro Controller are now supported.
      • It is now possible to switch search engines when performing a keyword search.
      • It is now possible to navigate to the start page from bookmarks.
      Update to Nintendo eShop
      • When purchasing downloadable software, any available updates for that software will be downloaded at the same time.
      Updates to Download Management
      • It is now possible to reorder downloads.
      • Newly purchased downloadable software will automatically install once the download completes.
      Updates to Parental Controls
      • The "Viewing Distributed Videos" restriction has been changed to "Entertainment Excluding Games". A screen requiring parental consent will be displayed before the first use of any non-game software (including video-viewing software) or other new service.
      • BBFC ratings are now supported on consoles with the country set to the UK.
      • The COB R18+ classification is now supported on consoles with the country set to Australia or New Zealand.
      • When the Wii U logo is displayed after turning on the console, holding down the B Button on the Wii U GamePad will open the Wii Menu directly. (If no default user has been selected on the console, the user-selection screen will be displayed, and a user must be selected.)
      Updates to System Settings
      • Under Data Management, two USB storage devices can now be connected to move and/or copy data. You can move and/or copy data between the system memory and a USB storage device or between two USB storage devices. (Up to two USB storage devices can be connected when moving, copying or deleting data. In all other cases, only one USB storage device can be used at a time.)
      • Under Data Management, you can now move, copy or delete data for a selection of software titles.
      • The TV option now includes the option to adjust the screen size of the display on the TV. (This replaces the similar options previously available within Miiverse, Nintendo eShop, and the internet browser. which have now been removed.)
      • The "Auto Power-Down" option has been renamed to "Power Settings", which now includes both the auto power-down setting and the new standby functions feature.
      Improvements to System Stability and Convenience
      • Improvements have been made to system stability and convenience for greater user enjoyment.[3]
      • Improvements in Wii U Menu loading times[4]
      Version Release date Changes in System Software

      Version 2

      ^[a] Available after linking a Nintendo Network ID.
      ^[b] Available in Wii Mode.
      ^[c] Only available for software titles for which update data is being distributed.

      Version 1

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      See also

      Other gaming platforms from Nintendo:

      Other gaming platforms from this generation:

      Gaming platforms from the seventh generation:

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      References

      1. ^ http://www.nintendo.com.au/latest-wii-u-system-update-information
      2. ^ Martin Gaston (May 21, 2013). "Nintendo Releases Wii U 3.0.1 Update". www.gamespot.com. CBS Interactive, Inc. Retrieved May 21, 2013. 
      3. ^ http://www.nintendo.co.uk/Support/Wii-U/System-Updates/Latest-system-update-information/Latest-system-update-information-677417.html
      4. ^ Martin Gaston (April 26, 2013). "Wii U spring system update now live". www.gamespot.com. CBS Interactive, Inc. Retrieved April 30, 2013. 
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      External links

      Official changes in Wii U system software (Nintendo America) Official changes in Wii U system software (Nintendo Australia)
      Hardware
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      Software
      & services
      Home Menu
      Games
      Virtual Console
      Backward compatibility
      Wii series
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