Video: New Nintendo 3DS Browser tested and what about that filter?

Part of the promise of a faster Nintendo 3DS with the new model is that the browser will be faster and be able to support video. Theoretically this will speed up the eShop and Miiverse as well.

We’re happy to report that this is indeed the case, the new browser is leaps and bounds of its predecessor. It also seems to detect mobile sites better, again the faster option than loading in a huge desktop site.

Video too is now support, load up YouTube (after removing the filter, more on that soon) and videos will just play easily in the browser and we decent enough quality. 3D video is support as well, good luck finding much content of that though. Nintendo’s (Japanese) site also has had an upgrade with all recent Nintendo Directs and trailers available to watch.

So now, about that filter. Every New Nintendo 3DS will come with a filter enabled that blocks most adult content, YouTube and many other sites. To unlock the full browser experience you’ll have to fork over 50c or so with a credit card. Nintendo’s thinking here is that only an adult can have a credit card, keeping kids off the internet unless parents let them and it’s a solid idea. Just you’re up shit creek if you don’t have a credit card now are you?

For more information we’ve made the following video of the browser in action for you viewing pleasure. You do not need to pay 50c to unlock it.

You can if you want though.