3DS XL hands-on video: 'Lighter, better 3D, more comfortable'

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The first hands-on video showing the Nintendo 3DS XL in action has been posted by French site Puissance Nintendo.

According to the site's playtester, the new model is lighter, more comfortable and sports a visibly improved 3D effect.

Here's a summary of their impressions, viaNeoGAF:

The screens are huge
The 3D effect is easier on the eye and nicer to look at.
The technology behind the 3D might have been improved on the XL model.
They think there's some kind of "filter" at works because the pixels appear "rounded."
The XL is much more comfortable to hold than the original 3DS
Buttons feel well placed and of better quality.
The circle pad appears bigger.
Surprisingly light for its size.
3DS games will gain new life from the XL.
Speakers and sound doesn't appear to have been improved.

The updated handheld carries screens that are 90% bigger and improved battery life. For more details on the system, hit the link to read our http://www.computerandvideogames.com/354872/nintendo-3ds-xl-release-date-details-revealed/">Nintendo 3DS XL announcement news.

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