X-Station revolution

It seems the entire technology press has got goo-goo eyes over the recent console announcements from Sony and Microsoft. While I'm intrigued by how amazing these systems appear to be I am more amazed when looking back on how far we've come. Check out the totally 'hot' product of 1983 - the Nintendo "Famicon". Dual controllers, a $99 price tag and 'innovative' design didn't save it from the dustbin of obsolescence. Cheers.