I <s>heart</s> Nintendo · 23 November 06
There is a rumor going around that the infrared Wiimote interferes with pacemakers. Apparently signs were posted at the Nintendo World event in Japan that warned folks with pacemakers to stay back. I have googled my ass off and have not been able to confirm this rumor further than with this (crappy) photo of a warning from the Nintendo Wii packaging. It seems to read “Do not operate the Wii console or remote within 9 inches of a pacemaker.” 9 inches… that’s only 22.86 centimeters! That would make it rather difficult to play! I guess this is one more good reason to stay healthy and not need a pacemaker!
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