Third-party accessories for the Wii Remote

Two students demonstrated this concept by creating a driver software that has the capability to connect the Wii Remote to a Symbian OS smartphone.

The WiimoteProject forum has become the discussion, support and sharing site for Lee's Wii Remote projects and other newer developments.

[3] Studies have also been conducted to use the Wii Remote as a practice method to fine-tune surgeons' hand motions.

[4] Utilizing DarwiinRemote, researchers at the University of Memphis have adapted the Wii Remote for data collection in cognitive psychology experiments.

These have been produced in several colors, some of which glow in the dark or change hue depending on the heat of the Player's hand.

[8] The accessory, which is only for aesthetic/ergonomic enhancement, is meant for driving-style game-play in which the Wii Remote would be held lengthwise in a two-handed game-pad orientation, steering the subject by tilting the controller.

[9] Sword and shield attachment sets have been released by various manufacturers, including ASiD Tech and Camy International.

The ASiD kit comes with a sword, a shield, and knife with a design resembling a scimitar, all molded from monotone plastic (white or black).

[12] Thrustmaster, Intec, CTA Digital have also manufactured similar laser sword attachments that are widely available for purchase.

With those, the player can put the Wii Remote and Nunchuk inside each glove underneath where one slips in hands.

Several manufacturers offer direct-charging systems, many of which involve an integrated battery pack/compartment cover with electrical contacts that connect to a charging cradle.

Other available features include silicone-covered battery packs for added grip, Nunchuk cradles, and compatibility with WaveBird and Game Boy Advance.

[20] On May 11, 2009, Performance Designed Products released the Energizer Induction Charge System in the United States, which is compatible with Wii MotionPlus.

Devices include the Energizer Flat Panel Induction Charger[22] and the Nyko Charge Base IC,[23] both released in late 2009.

The Psyclone- and React-branded Wii 4-Dock Recharge Station was recalled in August 2009, due to fire risk.

[24] The Joytech "Wii Power Station" charging kit was also recalled in March 2010 due to fire concerns.

Despite an official Wii Zapper expansion released by Nintendo, some gun peripherals have been shown by third parties.

The first of these appeared in early April, when GameStop listed a "Wii Blaster" peripheral on its website, with a release date of May 1, 2007.

At the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show, Nyko revealed a similar guitar controller for the Wii, a replica of a butterscotch blonde Fender Telecaster.

Additional titles include uDraw Pictionary, Disney Princess: Enchanting Storybooks, Marvel Super Hero Squad: Comic Combat, The Penguins of Madagascar: Dr. Blowhole Returns – Again!, SpongeBob SquigglePants and Dood's Big Adventure.

[41] The device detects body motion, and users can move characters on the screen by making steps or by jogging in place.

Users have also experienced a 40% higher heart rate using the Wii jOG than playing a video game while seated.