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I expect the technology will become far more mature in the next few years:

  • A new Wireless technology will be choosen which allows for more wireless devices connected at a time, with more bandwith so more data can be trasmitted more often
  • Advanced algorithms will be used (which will be developed on the Wii) to detect motion earlier and to eliminate incorrect detections
  • The form factor will change as it will no longer be (as) important to make people recongize the device as a 'remote'
  • Buttons will be added and/or improved upon (analogue buttons, hidden-click buttons)
  • The sensor bar will be removed as newer technology will make it un-necessary; essentially, a digital camera inside the wiimote will allow the TVs position to be determined through image processing.

Each company may attempt to include different technologies into their design; for example one may attempt to produce a slightly large Wiimote with a multi-touch LCD pannel built into it.

Essentially, I expect it to improve dramatically and be implemented in every system with each manufacturer having their own take on the experience. I wouldn't be surprised if Microsoft attempted to make a more complicated version (lots of buttons), while Sony attempted to include newer technology (multi-touch display, also making it a remote control), and Nintendo attempting to refine the design and make it more user friendly.