After a few years of release, it's common practice for platform holders to modify their hardware with cheaper, more efficient components. The Wii may not have the most advanced processor and graphical capabilities, but that doesn't mean there aren't areas in Nintendo's console where they can cut

Nintendo hasn't made any decisions yet, as apparently a supplier must satisfy strict specification requirements to receive a contract. One supplier that was reported to be a strong contender was U.S.-based firm Kionix Inc., whose chip is slightly thicker than those the Wii currently uses. As such, it would be "easier to enhance sensitivity," according to engineers familiar with the technology.

Note that unlike the wii motionplua add-on that Nintendo plans to ship soon, any change in accelerometer chips would not likely change the Wii's capabilities in significant ways. Rather, it would simply be more of a financial decision to cut manufacturing costs.

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