Update: 11:00 AM PST: The PlayStation 3 4.00 firmware update is rolling out now, so you should be able to fire up your PS3 and check it out. Feel free to leave a comment with your reaction below.
Original Story: Sony will be releasing a new system update for the PlayStation 3 this week, firmware version 4.00. Don't let that nice round number fool you though; the changes don't amount to much right now. Version 4.00 is mostly intended to get the console set for the launch of the PlayStation Vita, which is out in Japan on December 17.
A new PlayStation Blog post reveals that the forthcoming update will allow the console to communicate with the soon-to-be-released handheld. Those with both devices will be able to copy content -- be it games, saves, photos, videos and so forth -- between the two and also use the PS3's networking capabilities to deliver updates to the Vita. Firmware v4.00 changes very little beyond that; PlayStation Plus subscribers can now opt to enable/disable specific automatic update features and new PSN settings allow users to filter friend requests and messages.
Anything that makes the Vita seem more real is okay by me though, so bring on the update, Sony!
Source: PlayStation Blog
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reionpremente
Unless you have Plus, most of these new additions won't do the normal gamer any good at all, which is really a shame. If this is what you NEED in order to prepare for the Vita, then maybe the Vita isn't for me.
Cha0sRe1gns
I learned a while back to only update via USB. It's faster and more reliable. That being said, I like my PS3, but it seems like they're dropping a new update every other week. It's starting to get annoying.
animeandmangarule
Since I have no intention of getting a PS Vita, It doesn't really interest me, but since you need to get the latest updates to play online, and I need me my DC Universe Online, I had to download it. Good thing it it only took about 5 minutes or so to do it
Ryupyroa
Took about 5 minutes to download. Wish they would actually throw something cool onto the PS3 though, all the updates lately have been pretty boring stuff.
XF22Razgrz
I Already did..took me numerous tries though..-sigh-
I wonder what's wrong 'again' with SONY's servers..
getting an error message of "could not establish a cnxtion with the Server"
Downloaded it last night (9pm SIN/HK) On a STAGGERING 20x Tries..
SONY -- please don't give us the reason of "Due to multiple consoles downloading"
say what now.? Are you for real?!! Last time I woke up the year was 2011 and NOT 95'
-just saying-
-peaceout-
Filipino gamer
XF22Razgrz
I just did!. Well after numerous tries though...-sigh-
what's wrong with Sony's servers here in Asia.
I think took me 20x before it was a 100% complete download.
around 9:00pm (SIN/HK Time)
SONY...please don't give us the reason of "Due to multiple consoles, downloading at the same time"
say what now?! Are you for real?! Last time i woke up the year was 2011 and NOT 95'.
-just saying-
-peaceout
Filipino Gamer
EvilAngel6
Wow it was a huge update and I don't plan on getting a Vita so it was completely pointless to me.
2ply
It did more than prep for PS Vita.
It also had some things that disable custom made dynamic themes from working on PS3 anymore, and added a new "be sure to check manuals for health hazards before playing" type of message at PS3 start up.
That's all i've noticed so far anyways.
The reason they felt the need to add a "health hazards" message at start up in a PS Vita heavy update is a bit strange though lol, maybe there's something we should be concerned about with it? lol /tinfoil hat
realdt
I don't know. I'd rather get an iPad and a 3DS. Doesn't look like the Vita does anything new compared to my PS3 and XB360. Besides, not thrilled about neck cramps from playing on handhelds for a couple of hours
DigitalGibs
does it come on a $120 memory stick?
SpigotBlister
The worst part about having a PS3 :(
JohnnyBuku
I hate these updates only because they are so fricken slow. When i get on the PS3 to play a game and see that dreaded update message, i sigh, set it going and play something else on the xbox instead.
Rayman9000
yupp new update for stuff that i dont really care about, what i would like to see in a future update is CROSS GAME CHAT or something simular to Xbox's Party sort of deal where you can actually talk with your friends while playing....lets say Dark Souls, where voice chat is non-existent, cuz really, if the Vita is going to have it the PS3 better have it too...........
hoof_hearted4
nah, only took me maybe 5 minutes to download.
too bad i wont be getting the Vita any time soon
typhoon_2099
They also added UK English. Though really that is just English.
Xiroh86
It didn't take that long. I updated around 10:30 last night. My time could be off though cuz i was watching Chopped, and I can watch 6 or 7 episodes and not even realize it because i just get sucked into it.
gamermoney
something plus members have been asking for, woohoo. Wish the non plus members had gotten something to fiddle around with but everybody has games to keep them busy this time of year. im sure they wont be too disgruntled
VKTH777
This is gonna be a HUGE LONG update i bet!
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