{"wikiid":16143,"langid":"en","namespace":"CATEGORY","title":"Nvidia Shield","revisionid":1164482,"contents_raw":"== Background and Identification ==\n\nThe Nvidia Shield Portable is an Android-based handheld gaming console and a mini tablet computer that was released on July 31, 2013. The Shield Portable is a Dual-Shock controller that is similar in design to the controller of the XBOX 360\u2019s. Attached to this controller is a 5-inch, flip-up touchscreen display with a pixel resolution of 1280x720 for crisp, detailed images.\n\nWith multiple ports (such as Mini-HDMI output, Micro-USB 2.0, and a MicroSD slot) located at the top of the controller, the Shield portable can be used for streaming desktop PC games and can be connected to a TV via HDMI cord to experience all your favorite games and movies on the big screen.\n\n== Troubleshooting ==\n\nTo find certain problems that could occur, refer the [[Nvidia Shield Portable Troubleshooting|troubleshooting page]].\n\n== Specifications ==\n\n* Operating system: Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)\n* System on chip used: Tegra 4\n* CPU: 1.9 GHz quad-core Cortex-A15\n* Storage capacity: 16 GB flash memory, expandable via MicroSD\n* Memory: 2 GB RAM\n* Display: 5-inch, 720p @ 294ppi, multi-touch touchscreen\n* Graphics: Custom 72-core GeForce\n* Sound: Custom, bass-reflex, tuned port audio system delivers fidelity and custom range\n* Controller input:\n** D-pad\n** 2 Analog Sticks\n** L\/R bumper and trigger buttons\n** X, Y, A, B buttons\n** Nvidia\/Power Button\n** Start button\n** Home button\n** Volume buttons\n** Back button\n* Connectivity: \n** IEEE 802.11n-2009 2 x 2 Wi-Fi\n** Bluetooth 3.0\n** GPS\n** 3.5 mm headphone jack\n** Mini HDMI output\n** Micro USB\n* Supported online services:\n** Nvidia TegraZone\n** Google Play\n** Steam\n* Dimensions: 158 mm x 135 mm x 57 mm (6.2\" x 5.3\" x 2.2\")\n* Weight: 579 g (20.42 oz)\n\n== Additional Information ==\n\n* Nvidia: [http:\/\/shield.nvidia.com\/|Nvidia Shield]\n\n* Wikipedia: [http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nvidia_shield|Nvidia Shield]\n\n* CNET: [http:\/\/www.cnet.com\/products\/nvidia-shield|Nvidia Shield Review]\n\n* [https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/NVIDIA-SHIELD-Portable-Pc\/dp\/B00E3667XQ?th=1|Nvidia Shield on Amazon]","contents_json":{"type":"doc","content":[{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2},"content":[{"type":"text","text":"Background and Identification"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"type":"text","text":"The Nvidia Shield Portable is an Android-based handheld gaming console and a mini tablet computer that was released on July 31, 2013. 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Background and Identification<\/h2><\/div>\n\n

The Nvidia Shield Portable is an Android-based handheld gaming console and a mini tablet computer that was released on July 31, 2013. The Shield Portable is a Dual-Shock controller that is similar in design to the controller of the XBOX 360\u2019s. Attached to this controller is a 5-inch, flip-up touchscreen display with a pixel resolution of 1280x720 for crisp, detailed images.<\/p>\n\n

With multiple ports (such as Mini-HDMI output, Micro-USB 2.0, and a MicroSD slot) located at the top of the controller, the Shield portable can be used for streaming desktop PC games and can be connected to a TV via HDMI cord to experience all your favorite games and movies on the big screen.<\/p>\n\n

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Troubleshooting<\/h2><\/div>\n\n

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Specifications<\/h2><\/div>\n\n