Games consoles

Games consoles

Features
1. High resolution output
2. CD, DVD and Blu-ray optical drives
3. Connectivity
  1. USB
  2. Bluetooth
  3. Wi-Fi
  4. Ethernet cable
4. Multiplayer online gaming
Wireless & hands-free gaming
1. Motion Sensor
  1. Nintendo Wii
  2. Playstation 3
2. Hands-free uses laser and infrared camera
  1. Xbox Kinect
Current developments
1. Smart TV
2. Smartphones & tablets
Future developments
1. Thought game control
2. Neuro headsets
Health Risks
1. See table on page 15 of revision book
Signs of overuse
1. Spend all 'free-time' gaming
2. Give up other hobbies
3. Lie about use
4. Lower grades/ missed homework
5. Irritation & agitation when not playing
6. Sad or upset when game over
Effects on behaviour
1. Increased aggression
2. Decreased empathy
3. Reduce brain activity - thinking, emotion

Resumen del Recurso

	Creado por Sue Salih hace más de 10 años