News: A new firmware update is heading to your Wii U that will give it more functionality and a bit more speed with some of the menus.
Nintendo has begun rolling out a new firmware update for the Wii U according to their support page. Wii U system updates can be received automatically when connected to the internet. Once your download has finished you will receive a dialog on the Wii U menu telling you how to properly install the update. Wii U Firmware Version 5.0.0 includes:
New Features
A Quick Start Menu is now displayed when users press the GamePad Power Button or Home Button to power on the Wii U. Users can start recently played or newly installed software directly from the Quick Start Menu.
Wii U Game Pad Alerts (special notifications from Nintendo) can be displayed on the GamePad when the Wii U is powered down. Users will be notified with an audio ringtone when a new GamePad Alert is displayed. GamePad Alerts that have been received can also be viewed through the Quick Start Menu.
Changes to Standby Functions
System updates will now automatically install after download when the Wii U is in Standby.
Changes to the Wii U Menu
The User Settings screen now displays when users select their User Mii from the Wii U Menu.
The design and layout of the Users Settings screen has been updated. This includes the ability to switch the active user from the User Settings screen.
Changes to System Settings
Quick Start Menu options have been added to Power Settings. Wii U GamePad Alert options are located within the Quick Start Menu options.
Changes to the Home Menu
A Notification icon is now available on the Home menu, allowing users to launch the Notifications feature from the Home menu.
Improvements to system stability and usability
Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience.
What do you think about these new improvements and additions to the Wii U? Tell us what you think below.
source: Nintendo Wii U Support Page
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