It was announced today that the Nintendo 3DS will be released on March 27th, 2011 for the price $249.99. Several new features are that friend codes are now specific to each 3DS console, not each game. Exchanging friend codes will allow you to check your friend's list at any time to see who's online and what they're playing. Also included is the Mii Maker application, allowing you to use the 3DS camera to take a picture of yourself and automatically be turned into a Mii. Click on the link below for more information.
3DS Price, Release Date Announced