What is so special about the Wii controls?
The Wii uses a wireless blue tooth motion control system, which is controlled by the Wii Remote (or Wiimote), a relatively narrow white remote control shaped device. The Wiimote has the ability to detect motion using an accelerometer and direction using infrared sensors. The controls are aided by a slim infrared receiver which sits above or below your television set. The Wiimote can be attached to additional devices, with the most common being the Wii nunchuck, which like the remote can detect motion, but in addition supports a analogue control stick. Other peripherals include the Nintendo Wii Zapper, and third party devices such as Guitars and Sports Equipment.
