Sony Computer Entertainment America has now officially confirmed that Playstation 3 system software firmware 2.4 will include trophies and the long awaited in-game XMB (Cross Media Bar).
“We’re also happy to officially report that the 2.40 system software update for PS3 will include “XMB” access in-game. The update will also include “trophies,” an exciting new feature that we’ll be providing more details on soon, as well as some other new enhancements.”
No one knows the release date apart from Sony themselves so i guess we will have to keep an eye on the Playstation Blog.
The Playstation 3 System Software Update Firmware Version 2.36 is now available. When you sign into Playstation Network you will be prompted to download this new update. Nothing new in this update but the usual “system stability when playing select PlayStation format software titles.”
Everyone is awaiting the big 2.4 update that will be released soon. There were a number of rumors saying it was going to be released around the same time as Metal Gear Solid 4. Unfortunately this never happened.
The official Playstation Blog has hit us with some Playstation Portable firmware version 4.00. They say its going to be released soon and will feature Google Internet search directly to the Cross Media Bar.
“This new upgrade replicates the Google Internet search experience, delivering the same search results that you’d get at www.google.com. And with a search history recall of 20 items, Web searches couldn’t be easier.”
Another feature that will be included into the 4.00 firmware update is the ability to change viewing speed during playback of videos stored on your Memory Stick PRO Duo. So basically you can speed through or slow down what you’re watching.
Our friends over at the TheSixthAxis have spotted a new rumor regarding the next firmware update now believed to be firmware version 3.36 instead of firmware version 2.4.
“Don’t get too excited if you see a new firmware notification on your PS3 in the next few days. A minor update (2.36) is set for release shortly.”
So don’t get too excited it will probably be just a minor update that will fix some issues with a few games.
The latest reports are suggesting that firmware version 2.4 won’t be available this week. Firmware 2.4 is on its way but no one knows when it will be released.
Jeff Rubenstein has responded to playstationlifestyle.net with:
“You know the drill – a few days before firmware updates, we give you the lowdown. That hasn’t changed.”
So i guess we will have to wait until they announce the release.
Even more evidence that firmware version 2.40 will contain the most wanted feature, in-game Xross Media Bar.
Moderators and EA employee’s are all confirming that 2.4 will indeed have in-game XMB. Take a look at the following screen grabs.
A moderator of NeoGAF started the revival thread for the in-game XMB rumor:
Not only that but an Electronic Arts employee also confirmed this rumor:
ANd lastly word for a second-party Sony official:
So it looks to be that these rumors floating around saying that in-game XMB will be included in the next firmware update are looking to be true. We can only wait and see.
May 30
Firmware version 2.4 rumorsThere are a lot of rumors around reporting what will be in the upcoming 2.4 firmware update. The first rumor i came across is that the firmware will be released sometime in june – around the sametime as Metal Gear Solid 4 is released. Multiple sources have stated this so its most likely we will see it in June.
A ps3forums.com members called Doodlepants has reported that version 2.4 will feature a Multiple sign-in meaning it will be possible to have multiple local player sign-in, in multiplayer games that support it.
“What I know is that you will be able to access your information and upload your highscores.”
Another rumor we heard is that the Xross Media Bar will now have a clock and will display date and time in the upper right corner.
Last but not least the new firmware will allow us to access the Xross Media Bar in-game. This is the most wanted feature in an update and i think its going to happen in version 2.4.
Check out some videos of in-game XMB over at MaxConsole.
Firmware version 2.35 is now available to download. it’s not a major update just a minor that will improve stability of some PS3 titles, we don’t know which titles these are, many had hoped Grand Theft Auto IV.
Al de Leon on the Official Playstation Blog hinted that this firmware update is not releated to GTA IV:
“I just want to clarify that this upcoming firmware update isn’t related to GTA IV.”
Take a look here.
There will be a firmware made specially for people with early Playstation 3 models. Read the article here.
Firmware version 2.4 could be released sometime in June, around the same time Metal Gear Solid 4 launches. Firmware version 2.4 will include Playstation trophies, please note that these aren’t the 3D trohpies found in Home, they are 2D trophies on the Cross Media Bar.
“The SDK 2.40 will be available to dev. late in June. The actual Firmware 2.40 might see the light of day a lot sooner (my personal guess would be launch aligned or slightly before MGS4 ).”
I don’t think in-game XMB will be in this update.
Sony have released new details regarding Firmware 2.30 which includes DTS-HD Master Audio output for Blu-ray videos. Sony present the new details in a video which was released earlier today, and we also get to see the new revamped Playstation Store in action.
DTS-HD Master Audio is literally bit-for-bit identical to the studio master recording and makes movie soundtracks and sound effects truly come to life. The technology delivers audio at the incredibly high rate of 24.5 mega-bits per second (Mbps) on Blu-ray disc, which is significantly higher than standard DVDs. DTS-HD Master Audio also offers 7.1 audio channels at 96k sampling frequency/24 bit depths, so you’ll be totally immersed in the sound. The firmware update will add DTS-HD High Resolution Audio as well, which is a similar output technology that requires less disc space. You can read more about both codecs here.
The PSP Firmware Version 3.95 is now live, you can download this by connecting to the internet via the PSP. Version 3.95 introduces two new features, the first being able to customize your control settings in PSP PSone settings. And last but not least, is the ability to turn off the PS3 or leave it on when quiting Remote Play.
- While playing PSone games on your PSP, you can now customize how the buttons are assigned by going to [Controller Settings] > [Assign Buttons] and select [Custom].
- You can now quit Remote Play and choose to turn off your PS3 or leave it on after quitting. This is useful if you are performing a download and want to quit Remote Play, but still want your download to continue on the PS3. Select [Quit and Turn Off the PS3 System] or [Quit Without Turning Off the PS3 System] from [Quit Remote Play] when you press the HOME button on the PSP system.
Check out the official Playstation blog for more information.
To download the 3.95 firmware update manually, click here.
Turned your PS3 on and got prompted to download the latest 2.20 System Software Update? Have no idea what it does? Watch the following video.
Eric Lempel takes us on a tour to show off some of the new features in the Firmware 2.20 update and how to use them.
The PSP as a romote is something i’ve waited for. I can now use my PSP as a romote and never have to bother to turn the T.V. As long as i’m wireless all over the house, there is nothing to worry about.
I recently posted about Sonys latest update to it’s Playstation 3 firmware, which is currently 2.20. Yes thats right version 2.20 is now available to download, so when you sign into PSN and try and access any of the network, you will be promptly asked to upgrade to the latest version.
So what exactly is included in the update?
UPDATE 2.20 INCLUDES:-
Here are some of the other new features/enhancements that will be included in Firmware v2.20:-
The ability to copy PS3 Music and Photo playlists to a PSP system. We introduced the ability to create Music and Photo playlists on the PS3 in firmware update v2.0. Now you can easily export your playlists to your PSP.
You can now play DivX and WMV format files that are over 2 GB. In addition, you can now display subtitles when viewing DivX files.
Resume Play – begin playing a DVD or BD disc from the point where you previously stopped it, even if you eject the disc and insert a different movie or game.
Use your PSP as a remote control to play back your music files on your PS3 without turning on your TV
The Internet browser now displays some web pages faster. In addition [Save Target] has been added as an option under file. This option lets you save a file that is linked to a web page to your PS3 hard drive or storage media
There are a few other tweaks and upgrades included in v2.20 – we’ll provide more specifics as the update is about to go live.
Updates:
Most notably, the update enables the PS3 to support Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0, also known as BD-Live. You can connect now to the Internet while playing discs that support BD-Live to obtain additional content and special features. These features vary from disc to disc, and will keep your BD discs fresh with new content and in some cases exclusive content only accessible to owners of BD-Live enabled discs. On April 8th Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will release The 6th Day and Walk Hard on Blu-ray; these titles will be among the first to take advantage of BD-Live. With this update, the PLAYSTATION 3 becomes the first Blu-ray player on the market with BD-Live functionality.
Still no in game XMB, but like i said before, it will be included in a future update.
The latest PSP Firmware update adds more to the net radio ability. Apparently 50 percent of PSP owners listen to music on their PSP.
More than 50 percent of PSP users listen to music on their system, so we think a lot of you will enjoy this free, new expansion of their music library.
If you haven’t tried out the internet radio feature for the PSP and want to get started, click here for a guide on how to do so.
Also the 3.93 update adds more support to Playstation Network games. Maybe something for the future because nothing has been announced yet.
Recently Sony released Firmware Version 2.17 to increase software stability for some Playstation 3 games. We don’t know exactly what these game were, they never tell us. But what they have told is that Firmware 2.20 has been announced and will support “Downloadable Movie Content and Interactive Games, available with BD-LIVE”.
Version 2.20 will also add support for Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Profile 2.0.
The following features have been demonstrated to be possible with BD-LIVE and will vary depending on the title:
· A variety of downloadable content, including bonus scenes, shorts, trailers, subtitles, ringtones that can be sent to mobile phones, images, and more.
· Interactive movie-based games can pit players who are sitting in the same room, or are across the world and online, against each other.
In addition to BD-LIVE, system software update v.2.20 enhances PS3’s relationship with PSP, enabling users to copy their favourite music and photo playlists to their PSP and experience them on-the-go. This new functionality makes it easer than ever to share media content between the two systems.
The following new features will also be included in the system software update:
· “Resume play” will enable PS3 to start playing a BD and DVD video at the point it was stopped, even if the disc had been removed.*1
· “Audio Output Device” will be a new Remote Play setting, enabling PSP to serve as a remote control for music played through PS3.
· PS3’s Internet browser will be enhanced: Video files directly linked from a Web page will be able to be streamed, and the browser’s view speed will be improved.
· DivX and WMV format videos that are larger than 2GB will be playable.
· “Mosquito Noise Reduction” will be added as an AV setting in the control panel of the DVD/BD player for improved movie playback.*2
*1 BD-J format disc is not supported.
*2 BD discs recorded with BDMV format are not supported.
This is looking good for Playstation 3 owners, but where is the in game Cross Media Bar? It will come don’t worry.
