Sony details new Firmware updates for PS3, PSP
- Posted October 13th, 2008 at 11:25 EDT by Mike Harradence
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Sony has confirmed a list of features to be included in the next Firmware updates for both PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Portable.
Detailed below, the following information pertains to PS3 Firmware update 2.50 and PSP Firmware update 5.00 courtesy of Sony's latest press blurb. A release date has yet to be announced.
PS3 Firmware 2.50:
Support for the PS3 Official Bluetooth Headset –
We’ve told you about the upcoming Bluetooth Headset and SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation Bundle on the Blog. This latest firmware installment enables High-Quality (HQ) mode, which delivers clear and wide-band online voice chat. On top of that, an added on-screen indicator shows battery status, volume level and use of HQ mode.
PlayStation Trophies interface enhancements –
I know that many of you are busy collecting trophies and raising your PlayStation Trophy level. This update makes sharing and comparing your trophies with your friends even easier. On 1st part of the profile page you’ll see a symbol under level that represents level and the actual percentage towards the next level along with the existing level meter. The level symbol carries over to the trophy comparison screen where you will now be able to see your level, your friend’s level and the percentage towards the next level for both users along with all of the game by game comparison information you see today.
Friend status –
Offline friends on your Friends list will have information below their avatars that will indicate how long it has been since they were last online.
Video –
This update adds the Scene Search feature similar to the feature on the PSP. Activating this feature while viewing a video on the PS3 will break the video up into scenes that you can quickly access by pressing the X button. You can break the videos into one, two or five minute intervals. In addition, you can now choose to have all of the videos under the video section of the XMB play in sequence. Go to Settings then Video Settings to turn this option on.
PlayStation Store –
We’ve added a redeem codes option right on the store to make it easier to redeem your PlayStation Network Cards and promotion codes. In addition, PlayStation Network Sign Up and Account Management have been redesigned.
Power Save Settings –
You can now set your PS3 and wireless controllers to turn off automatically after set periods of inactivity. Go to Settings then Power Save Settings to turn on these features.
Background Downloading –
You now have the option to set the PS3 to turn off automatically after a background download or installation of content has completed. This option is available when you turn off the system from the button under [Users] while content is being downloaded or installed.
In-game Screenshots –
This tool will allow everyone to capture, share and in other words, immortalize their favorite gameplay moments. This will be supported on a game by game basis. Please check back to find out which games will support this feature.
In addition to all of the features above there are some additional features and enhancements included in 2.50. Once the update launches, you can read all of the details here.
PSP Firmware 5.00:
-Let’s start with the v5.00 update for PSP. In this version, you’ll notice the addition of the PlayStation Network icon on the XMB. You can now sign up for PlayStation Network, manage your account and access PlayStation Store directly from your PSP - meaning you can download games directly to your PSP while connected via Wi-Fi. Getting games, demos and trailers while on-the-go has never been easier! Check out the screen below.
-The current PlayStation Store on the PC will be down in the interim as we take some time to revamp. Don’t worry, it will re-launch soon after we’ve made some tweaks. Please keep in mind, if you already have a PlayStation Network account, simply sign in on your PSP using your existing information. The same account and wallet can be used on PS3 and PSP. You will be able to check out the PlayStation Store on the PSP soon, as we’ll have a video demo featuring Grace Chen posted soon on the Blog.
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Staticneuron |
Staticneuron- 11:40am BST - October 13th, 2008
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I second the enthusiasm for the timed shut off for controllers.
Only ONE thing....... Just one more thing! Video Playlist! If I can get that I would have no complaints to give.
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TheRealCarbonfibre |
Carbonfibre- 11:48am BST - October 13th, 2008
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Very solid, I love this gen, the pS3 is always getting better.
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joeymetalgear7 |
joeymetalgear777- 11:53am BST - October 13th, 2008
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amazing ps3 update this is one of the few updates im actually looking forward to
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joeyjoejoeshababadoo
- 11:55am BST - October 13th, 2008
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Man its been MONTHS since the last update.. I hope they make In-gameXMB smoother and faster to access.. Also add video Folders/Playlists
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blu3pillr3dpill |
bluepillredpill- 11:58am BST - October 13th, 2008
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switch off after downloads is a good feature to introduce I know I tend to download and walk away to do other stuff or even go out.
Be happy to do my downloads late at night now when the exchange is quiter if it'll switch off afterwards
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Capt_Spaulding
- 12:13pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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i would imagine this will come out soon since the headset comes out tomorrow. this is a huge update, with a lot of info presented, so my guess is its ready to launch
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dj_sup3r1or |
sup3r1or- 12:29pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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WHAT ABOUT SKYPE? When will they bring it TO PS3? with bluetooth headset, Iam waiting for ages. A hate it so much
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PS3-The Ultimate Machine
- 12:48pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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PSP3000Black-PSStore
lol,you guys even copied the alternate text for the screenshot they have on the PS Blog in this post.lol
On Topic,finally they've added the PS Store for the psp,woot woot!
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Gen.BigBoss |
LtSnake- 12:51pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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this is a beautiful update Sony thanks...keep up the good work....now working on getting more RPG's EXCLUISLEY if course
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The_Sorrow_Gamer |
The_Sorrow_Gamer- 12:52pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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omg nva heard of the onscreen shots b4
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Denali2 |
NEJI64- 1:00pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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nice update with home to launch in november PSN catching up to Xc**ck live. all we need now is a music store and a better web browse and more arcade games then we will be set. i still say Sony should add family bored games to the PSN if they were to get Monopaly i would stay on that game
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bent_toe
- 1:13pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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Ok.. NOT good Sony, what we as GAMERS need is the ability to create private chatrooms and then connect to games so we dont have to hear other jerks. The ability to do other stuff while your chatting with friends.. i hate being limited to the chat room... it's only so fun starring at some avatars.
We need games info for our friends, the ability to see what games they own, how they currently doing in games, what elvel, what hardness etc..
We also need an official BUNDLE with PS3 package HEADSET! This is something M$ did 100% correct.. and how much can it cost to throw in a plastic headset? $2 per headset?
Come on SONY! You can do better.
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pooingtons
- 1:37pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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good upd8,i like the last time on thingy regarding the friends list.if they aint been online for a month or so then theyre getting deleted.i think they shud make it so you can send mutiple invites to friends instead of one at a time.yeh that wud be good. i wonder how theyre gonna do that screen shot thing,do you need a pseye or something??
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yevon
- 2:29pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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why sony doesn't put chrome or firefox, or all google services to ps3?, firefox is possible becasuse it works installing linux, and it works much better...2.5 is an essential update (great), and what about music and news rss? radio? skype? psp has it, why not ps3?
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HalfOfZero |
HalfOfZero- 2:41pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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Wow.... Sony screwed their heads on right this time! Love it! Can't wait!
Auto turn off after Downloads! Ingame screenshots (I hope each game gets its own folder automaticaly!). The Video feature sounds good too!
I just hope our Browser gets updated and get support for more video files!
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BOZTRADAMUS |
BOZTRADAMUS- 3:14pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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Great update. Lets have personal Avatars next Sony.
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lordAlucard |
Sympozium_666- 3:20pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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# 30 multimessaging as been available exclusively to Playstation 3 since launch wtf? lol
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BuzzLightyear |
buzz_nz- 3:34pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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Also needs power off when charging controllers are full so they can be left charging for the next gaming session
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Ballonboy33
- 4:11pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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wow yeah man, gr8 work sony espeacially on the screenshot thing. But all round - Awesome
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shaunot123 |
sniperman123 or Shaun__93- 4:12pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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i hope this update comes with a updated version of macromedia flashplayer and i think the screen shots would be good but videos would be better and IN GAME MUSIC come on sony/developers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Chaozhoutiger |
Teochewtiger- 4:23pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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I agree 100% with Shaunot123. Pfft... Sony and their so called "In-game Music" lol
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willisc89 |
liquidsoap89- 5:14pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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freaking....awesome....updates.... My only question still remains, why does sony make it dependant on the developers to add all these new functions to their games. I mean, not to bring the 360 into this, but doesn't the 360 just have music and friend invites and stuff universally, unlike the ps3 where it's dependant on the game?
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SamTheSkater
- 5:39pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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insane update!!! i guess they mean that you can put together video playlists now. finally!
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Odium_Generis_Humani
- 6:12pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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@38
I NEVER want personal Avatars. There's enough smut in the world to look at, I don't need everyone in my friend's list with the lastest cute star's behind or a million-and-one pictures of Heath Ledger as the Joker as the avatar. No thanks.
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terminator12259 |
tacitassassin25- 6:54pm BST - October 13th, 2008
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this is a pretty sweet update, but does this include home or not
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