I think Nintendo actually has more freedom than MS and Sony to develop completely new hardware. It will be relatively easy to emulate the Wii, since it is less powerful. Look at the difficulties Sony has had emulating the PS2 because its hardware was so unique. The Wii won't have that problem. Nintendo can use a completely new architecture because they won't be bogged down with complex emulation.
And if Sony and MS wait too long to refresh, it not only gives Nintendo more time but also opens the door for Apple.
Anyone can guess. It takes no effort to throw out lots of predictions and have some of them be correct. You are not and wiser or better for having your guesses be right. Even a blind man can hit the bullseye.







