Sony has detailed that a day-one patch will be required for the PS4 on launch day in both North America and Europe, weighing in at 300 MB. The patch will update the console to Firmware Version 1.50 and add many of the PS4’s advertised features, including Remote Play, Second Screen support, Online Multiplayer and more.
Later today, the next system software update for PS3, version 4.50, will be available, and includes some great features and improvements to make downloading system updates and Web Store purchases more convenient for all PSN users. Wi-fi data transfer has also been added to make it easier to move games, movies and other content between your PS3 and PS Vita.
The changelog for PS3 Firmware 4.46 has been revealed, confirming the minor nature of the update. The new update added an option to hide trophy notications, and also fixes a bug with the XMB not displaying after system updates.
Sony have released PS3 System Software v4.46, which replaces the buggy v4.45 and lets those with bricked consoles get up and running again. In addition to fixing firmware v.45, the update also adds the ability to hide trophy notifications – a feature that was also included in firmware 4.45.
Overnight, Sony released Firmware v4.45 for the PlayStation 3, containing mainly stability updates and a few improvements. However, there has been reports from users in the US that the new firmware is bricking PS3 consoles, affecting consoles with 500 GB and larger hard drives.
Sony has released a new PS3 Firmware update, updating the system software to version v4.41. The update is mandatory if you wish to play games over the PlayStation Network or to access the PlayStation Store. However, the update is only a minor stability fix and will require you to download the 194 MB update file in order to patch your console.
The official changelog for PS3 Firmeare 4.40 has been revealed, and reveals that users will be able to download PS3 games to their console using the web version of the PlayStation Store. The changelog notes that the feature will become active in May 2013. The changelog also reveals that the PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset is now compatible with PS2 Classics.
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A new PS3 firmware update was released this morning, updating the console to version v4.40. The minor update improves system stability during the use of come features but also adds support for Sony’s RC-S380 Contactless IC Card Reader. It’s unclear how the NFC reader will be used with the console, but it could be related to the recent Sony patent filing.
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PS3, updating the system software to version v4.31. The latest update is optional to install, and simply improves system issues with Monster Hunter Portable 3rd HD. The update is not required to access the PlayStation Network, but Sony recommends updating to the latest version.
