Full FeedPS3 firmware ver. 2.50, PSP firmware ver. 5.0 detailed
Sony has released the details on its next firmware updates for PS3 and PSP. While no release dates were given for the updates, Sony expects both will be released within the month. The updates promise to bring in a slew of conveniences and, of course the big one for Playstation… Continue Reading »
Future PSP firmware updates hint at new features for Fall 2008
The PSP refuses to back down despite some claims of impending doom. Today (September 2, 2008), Sony Japan let loose a few details regarding future firmware updates to the handheld. These updates will focus mainly on the networking capabilities of the PSP instead of adding more trinkets to the XMB.… Continue Reading »
Sony releases PS3 firmware v2.42
Another PS3 firmware update has just been released. PS3 firmware v2.42 is more of a technical update than a flashy one. It doesn’t add any special XMB touches or new features to the system. Instead, it makes some PS3 and PS1 games play better on the console. Of course after… Continue Reading »
Sony says “Sorry,” releases more stable PS3 firmware v2.41
If you’ve been afraid to update your PS3 ever since the hard drive destructor known as v2.40, fear no longer. Sony has made good and released v2.41. Here’s Sony’s official apology posted on its site by Eric Lempel, PlayStation Network Operations Director, after it was forced to pull the previous… Continue Reading »
The R4 team won’t support fake R4 carts
The team behind the R4 slot one flashcarts think piracy is wrong. Well, at least when it effects them. They’ve had enough with knock-off R4 flashcarts, and have decided that, after September 15, 2008, they will change the programing in the R4 kernels so they will only work on official… Continue Reading »
PS3 Firmware 2.40 provides Trophy System and in-game XMB
The July 2, 2008 release of PS3 Firmware 2.40 is going to be a major, mandatory update for PS3 users thanks to three crucial features it will include. Sony really listened to PS3 owners, because 2.40 is comprehensive. It ups the friends list count, allows XMB (Xross Media Bar) access… Continue Reading »
PSP firmware is now v3.93
Yet another PSP firmware update has been released by Sony, v3.93. Figures - I just updated mine. This latest update is mainly fluff if you already have your PSP running with v3.90 firmware. All that is new in v3.93 is updated support for some of the Playstation Network games. v3.90,… Continue Reading »
PS3 Firmware is now 2.17
The Playstation 3 had yet another firmware update again over the weekend, one which didn’t add any new features but does promise better support for online games. Version 2.17 of the firmware’s purpose is to help online PS3 titles run better than they previously did. If you’re one of the… Continue Reading »
Latest Xbox 360 update includes Family Timer
In the Xbox 360’s most recent update (December 4, 2007), Microsoft included the Family Timer. As its name implies, it is a virtual timer you can set to limit the amount of time the console is used. Certainly meant to make the system even more family friendly, Microsoft conducted its… Continue Reading »
Sony releases PSP firmware update verion 3.73
Sony Computer Entertainment of America has launched the latest firmware update for the PSP. This firmware update, version 3.73, will include new options and functionality for the system but it will mainly address security patches and an issue with the UMD drive. Apparently there were some cases where the UMD… Continue Reading »
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