One thing that is being lost with the percentage talk or a sudden surge in iOS devices is that many time people are buying REPLACEMENTS. Most people update their smart phones every 18-24 months. That means they constantly move hardware. But some people treat these replacements as new users. That overstates the market. Also, many people buy them for work and not for gaming. Some have game machines while others were and are never going to buy game machines.
Pachter's statements seem to be especially and increasingly anti-Nintendo. There are some analysts (e.g., Motley Fool) who have upgraded Nintendo to a buy because of the 3DS and WiiU. Meanwhile, Pachter reminds me of a previous favorite among Nintendo Fans -- Sean Malstrom -- who seems to think he has a better idea of the direction Nintendo should take than those running the company do and is highly offended that his ideas are not being followed.
Mike from Morgantown
 I am Mario.I like to jump around, and would lead a fairly serene and aimless existence if it weren't for my friends always getting into trouble. I love to help out, even when it puts me at risk. I seem to make friends with people who just can't stay out of trouble. Wii Friend Code: 1624 6601 1126 1492 NNID: Mike_INTV |
