Wii U’s Latest System Update Enables Downloads During Sleep Mode And More

Nintendo’s latest firmware update to the Wii U that cuts down the system’s load times is available now. Nintendo have provided a list of features that the update, numbered 3.0.0 U, adds:

• New Features:
  • A standby function to download and install software while the system is powered off
  • Software purchased from the Nintendo eShop will automatically install in the background once the download is complete
  • Holding down the B Button while the Wii U logo is displayed during startup will load the Wii Menu*¹

• Changes to System Settings:
  • An option to transfer and/or copy between two USB storage devices in “Data Management”
  • The ability to select multiple software titles when transferring, copying, or deleting data in “Data Management”
  • The option to adjust screen size is now available under “TV”*²
  • “Auto Power-Down” has been renamed “Power Settings”

• Changes to Miiverse
• Changes to Nintendo eShop
• Changes to the Internet Browser
• Changes to Download Management
• Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience

*1 User selection may be necessary.

*2 A similar option has been removed from Nintendo eShop, Miiverse, and the Internet Browser.