Received mine today. The $47 question on everyone's mind: is it exactly the same as the original one? NO.
The packaging box has "Wu" (u with two dots on top) written on it, LOL.
Here are some photos comparing the "OEM" version to the real deal (original one is on top):
Looking at the front of the remote:
- The 1, 2, +, - buttons and the line on the directional pads are darker (but not black)
- The Home button is darker blue and is a bit off center
- The power button is brighter red
- Some labels/text are missing (like Wii, FCC ID, etc)
- Overall, still looks very good, no rough edges
- The buttons feel good too
- The thread tying the strap to the remote is thinner
- No silicone glove
Looking at the back (ignore the local authority sticker on my original):
- Nothing much to see except the different labels (Nintendo)
- The B looks to be engraved a bit deeper
- B button feels good too, maybe a bit stiffer (my original is seasoned, so it's hard to compare)
Opening up the battery compartment:
- The engraved wordings and battery icons are not as deep and clear
- The screws are different (flat head)
Now the nunchuk (ignore my velcro on the original):
- The rubber on the stick is whiter in color but the rised circle is not as high
- The top of the nunchuk (the glossy surface part) joins too tightly with the bottom, as though some parts of the curves are not exactly matching
- Some rough edges can be seen in the plastic (like in the screw hole)
- The C and Z are engraved deeper
- Buttons and stick feel good (again, can't compare directly as the original is seasoned)
I have yet to try it out in actual usage, but based on physical appearance alone, this is NOT a real OEM (meaning it is not made by the same factory using the same parts). Think of it as a good imitation.