Firmware 2.10 hits the PlayStation 3 tomorrow, adding some new features to the system including DivX support. As previously reported, DivX support is finally added to the PlayStation 3 and Blu-Ray Disc Profile v1.1 is now also supported in the new update. There are also a few other previously unmentioned additions including a Voice Changer feature. Check out the changelog below.
Changelog for Firmware 2.10:
- Voice Changer feature:
- You can change the tone of a voice that is input from an audio device such as a microphone. High and low-pitched tones can each be adjusted to five preset levels. You can vary the tone when using voice / video chat under Friends.
- You can change the tone of a voice that is input from an audio device such as a microphone. High and low-pitched tones can each be adjusted to five preset levels. You can vary the tone when using voice / video chat under Friends.
- Music:
- You can now select [Type 3] as an option under Settings > [Music Settings] > [Bitmapping]. This bitmapping process was developed specifically for the PS3 system to enhance audio playback.
- Video:
- DivX and VC-1 (WMV) have been added to the types of files that can be played.
- Blu-ray Disc Profile 1.1 is now supported.
- [BD Data Utility] has been added.
- DivX and VC-1 (WMV) have been added to the types of files that can be played.
Look out for more information about the update tomorrow.
What is the BD Data Utility’s purpose/function?
I think it saved your blu-ray viewing settings to the hard drive.