"It took me two hours to update. While this probably has a lot to do with my sluggish average internet providor but that seems to be about how long it takes me to update my PS3 as well."
First of all, it sounds like you have a serious problem somewhere, perhaps with your PS3. I have slow DSL and it has never taken me anywhere close to 2 hours to update. That's just crazy, there has to be something wrong somewhere. If you can't fix it, then I would definitely go with the USB update option.
As for the review, nice job, it sounded fair. The Wii U requiring you to pull the plug to power down is not good at all, though it's possible it was due to the abnormally large patch and might not happen again. The 15 feet isn't so hot, either. Perhaps there will eventually be an accessory that extends the range.
The TV control stuff sounds really nifty. I don't stream anything through my game consoles but it sounds great for those who do.
