Channels
The following are Wii Menu channels which use WiiConnect24:
| Channel | Description | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| Mii Channel | Miis created by friends can be shared | November 19, 2006 (with console) |
| Wii Shop Channel | Download games by using "Wii Points" | November 19, 2006 (with console) |
| Forecast Channel | Current local and worldwide weather conditions | December 20, 2006 |
| News Channel | The latest news articles and headlines | January 24, 2007 |
| Everybody Votes Channel | Polls and results | February 14, 2007 |
| Check Mii Out Channel/Mii Contest Channel | Miis can be shared as well as judged on a global scale | November 11, 2007 |
| Mario Kart Wii Channel | Can race ghost data, view worldwide racing times, view friend list, participate in competitions like tournaments | April 10, 2008 (Japan), April 11, 2008 (Europe), April 24, 2008 (Australia), April 27, 2008 (America) |
| Nintendo Channel | Allows Wii users to watch trailers for games and download demos for the Nintendo DS. | November 27, 2007 (Japan), May 7, 2008 (America), May 30, 2008 (Europe and Australia) |
| Wii Speak Channel | Allows users to leave voice messages on friends' message boards. | December 5, 2008 (users must have Wii Speak to download) |
The Forecast and News channels require that both WiiConnect24 and Standby Connection are enabled to work; if WiiConnect24 is enabled and Standby Connection is disabled, the channels gives an error upon launch and return the user to the Wii Menu. The reason for this requirement is unclear, as the channels still operate even if the Wii is consistently shut-down fully by holding the power button for four seconds.
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