PSP Firmware 3.0 Manual Online!

The PSP Firmware 3.0 manual is now available. Unlike before when it shortly appeared, all the links are now active. Does this mean the update is coming soon?

http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/psp/current/index.html

UMD Auto Start can now be enabled or disabled: http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/psp/current/settings/umdautostart.html

As of now it looks like PS3 is required to download things from Playstation Store:
http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/psp/current/game/emudownload.html

My Kiosk Experiences: Wii vs PS3

Well, today I decided to go to the store and give a whirl at the two hottest next gen systems, the Wii and the Playstation 3. First stop was Target. They had the PS3 there to play, and I was pumped. They had MotorStorm in and I was all set.

The controller was amazing the first time I picked it up. It just had an awesome feel to it, and the fact that it was familiar was another plus. I picked a vehicle and a course and got ready to go. Loading took a little while, but overall the load times weren't bad. I waiting for the race to start and then I was off. The graphics looked absolutely amazing, with the scenery and the vehicles looking gorgeous. I tried racing first with the analog stick, and it was fairly easy, but I wasn't too good at the game. Half way through I decided to switch and use the tilt sensitivty. This was more enjoyable, but much more sensitive and difficult. I failed miserably at this game.

Next, I decided to try a nice little bike race on MotorStorm. I found this a lot more fun, and also simpler. Overall, the game was pretty good, but isn't too beginner friendly.

I tried to go back to XMB, but couldn't figure out how. The PS Button, did not allow me to. I know what the XMB is like however, based on my PSP experiences, and I love it.

After this, it was off to Gamestop to try the Wii. After my dad handed over his license, the controller was mine. It surprised me how small and light it was. I fired up and the console and saw the menu. It was nice and simple, but I prefer the XMB. I am not too steady with my hands, so navigated the menu was a challenge. I decided to jump right into Excite Truck. The loading times were great and in a matter of 5 seconds or so, I was into the menu. I picked a race track, a vehicle, color, and then it was time to begin. Fast loading times were definately a plus.

And so...the race began. It was nice, simple, and fun. Although, the graphics were not high def, they still were quite nice, and I enjoyed them. I enjoyed all the little powerups and extras added into the game. I played two races and definately enjoyed the experience better than MotorStorm. It was much easier to pick up and play, and much more enjoyable.

After that, I decided to explore the Wii menu. I figured I would create a Mii. Navigating the Mii Creation was difficult and took some time, to get used to pointer and choosing everything. It was neat to make a virtual identity however. There wasn't much to do with the Mii, so I just decided to reture to the main menu. From there, I just checked out the daily message function, by checking out how much the system had been played.

Overall, I enjoyed the Wii more. I would have to try more games, to figure out which one truly is better, but the Wii definately is FUN, and that's what matters. The fact that it is cheap and affordable, is another plus. Today was a great day.

PS3 Firmware Investigation Part 2

This post will be very basic as well. It will just go over the basics of the root level files.

Root Folder Contents
-3 Files(~5413kb)
-2 Folders(~95160kb)

FILES:
dots.txt(1kb)
updater.sce(5411kb)
version.txt(1kb)

FOLDERS:
update(94550kb)
vsh(610kb)

File Basics:
dots.txt - I see absolutely no point for this file. It is simply a text document with three periods in it. Strange and pointless...

updater.sce - The most important file in the root level and the largest. The file begins with the standard SCE. At 0x91 it states ELF. That appears to be the actual binary executable, however I can not definitively figure out where it starts and ends. My guess is 0x548227, as that appears to be the end of the tightly packed encrypted data.

version.txt - This is a file that those of you from the PSP scene should be familiar with. This time around things have changed however. The new version.txt simply states the version of the update and is followed by 0a.

That's all for this time. Next will be the "attempt" at a examination of the root/UPDATE folder.

PS3 Firmware Investigation Part 1

Alright, well I've decided to being taken a look at the Playstation 3 firmware updates. This first post will just gives the basics.

File Name: ps3updat.pup
File Structure:

PS3Updat.pup-dots.txt
            -version.txt
            -updater.sce
            -update-BDIT_FIRMWARE_PKG.pkg
                   -BDIT_FIRMWARE_PKG_301R.pkg
                   -BDIT_FIRMWARE_PKG_302R.pkg
                   -BDIT_FIRMWARE_PKG_303R.pkg
                   -BLUETOOTH_PACKAGE.pkg
                   -CORE_OS_PACKAGE.pkg
                   -dev_flash_000.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_001.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_002.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_003.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_004.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_005.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_006.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_007.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev_flash_008.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023
                   -dev3_flash_009.tar.aa.2006_11_09_075023       
                   -MULTI_CARD_FIRMWARE.pkg
                   -RL_FOR_PACKAGE.img
                   -RL_FOR_PROGRAM.img
                   -UPL.xml.pkg
             -VSH-VSH-etc-cp1251ucs.bin
                         -cp1251ucs.bin
                         -jis2ucs.bin
                         -jis2ucs.cbin
                         -layout_factor_table_1080.txt
                         -layout_factor_table_272.txt
                         -layout_factor_table_480.txt
                         -layout_factor_table_720.txt
                         -layout_grid_table_1080.txt
                         -layout_grid_table_272.txt
                         -layout_grid_table_480.txt
                         -layout_grid_table_720.txt
                         -ucs2jis.bin
                         -ucs2jis.cbin
                         -ucs2uhc.bin
                         -uhc2ucs.bin

That's just the structure for now. More in-depth analysis coming soon!

PS3 Update List

Hey guys. I'm looking for the PS3 update list, so if anyone knows it, PLEASE CONTACT ME.

Here's my original post:
Has anyone managed to find the site that the Ps3 uses to check for Updates. I know the http://fj01.psp.update.playstation.org/update/us/psp-updatelist.txt, but I can not manage to find the Playstation 3 one anywhere. I am guessing they changed the name of the file to something else, but still no luck.

For Someone Who Quit Deving...

It seems like I have been reseaching more than ever. I am doing a lot of work into the Playstation 3, and even some possible PSP projects have come up. It looks like I will be doing a lot, just NO LUA.

Ps3 Firmware 1.10 Released!

Seems like I am the first to break the news in a lot of places, so here it is. Firmware 1.10 is out for the Ps3!

Whole It reached the point where the service of PLAYSTATION®Network can be utilized.
With the picture keyboard of European language, it reached the point where it can do the letter input of single tap system.



Setting [[Music CD output frequency] was added to music setting].
[[ATRAC is made effective] added to substance setting].
[“In type of keyboard of peripheral device setting]], type of keyboard which can be selected increased.
[The “cross color decrease filter” was added to display setting].
[[5 minutes later] were added to “the screen saver” of display setting].



Video When playing back the animated picture file which is retained in the hard disk and the record media, [with picture mode] [it reached the point where full] can be chosen.



Network [Downloading music and the animated picture file with Internet browser], it reached the point where it can retain in the hard disk.
[PLAYSTATION®Store] So it reached the point where the following contents can be downloaded.
PLAYSTATION®3 standard software
PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) with the PlayStation® standard software which operates (PSP® of system software version 3.00 or more is necessary)
[It corresponded to traditional form letter Chinese and simplified form letter Chinese indication with Internet browser].
[The online manual] was added.



In addition Calculation method of hard disk capacity was modified.
* As for empty capacity of the hard disk, the numerical value which calculated 1GB as the 1024×1024×1024= approximately 1,073,740,000 byte is indicated. Because of that, capacity than the numerical value which is stated as specification is smaller indicated in the instruction manual and the like. [Setting] the ⇒ [substance setting] the ⇒ [you can verify the empty capacity of the hard disk, with substance information].
PlayStation® of the part in PS3* and operational status of the PlayStation®2 standard software were renewed. < The private search sight > with you can verify up-to-date operational status.

http://64.233.179.104/translate_c?hl=en&u=http://www.jp.playstation.com/ps3/update/index.html&prev=/search%3Fq%3Djapan%2Bps3%2Bplaystation.jp%26hl%3Den%26lr%3D%26rls%3Dcom.microsoft:en-us

PS3 Now Available

According to Google it is now officially Midnight in Japan on November 11th, which means the PS3 is out! I can't believe it is here, I want reactions, impressions and all that from you guys! Remember, Play B3yond!

XFire

Hey guys! If you want to communicate with me check out Xfire. It is an awesome Gaming Utility for the PC that lets you communicate with friends, see what games they are playing, track hours, and more. Check it out at: http://www.xfire.com
You can view my profile at: http://www.xfire.com/profile/teamoverload

My Wii and PS3 Blogs

Since, I won't be able to update them all that much, and there are bigger and better sites to go to for that kind of stuff, it looks like, I will just delete them.

Less than 2 hours until Playstation3 launch in Japan!

New Blog: WiiPlaytheWii

As promised, I have launched a Wii blog, WiiPlaytheWii: http://wiiplaythewii.blogspot.com/

Check it out and enjoy :)

Play B3yond Blog Launched

I have launched a Playstation 3 blog that I will try and maintain. A Wii one will likely be coming(tomorrow?) as well, so check it out: http://playb3yond.blogspot.com

And It's The End...

Unfortunately, over the past few weeks/months, I have lost interest in deving for the PSP. It just doesn't excite me like it use to. Effective indefinitely, all PSP deving projects have stopped. The PSP has had it's triumphs, but also it's tragedies. Just today, I saw a dev get flamed over at QJ, for getting DONATIONS. It is ridiculous how immature people act sometimes. I will continue to use my PSP and visit QJ, but all deving work and research for me, is pretty much finished.

Some Random Stuff

Happy Halloween everyone!

So, I've been quite busy recently as the first quarter of school is coming to a close.

some nice news recently:
1. GTA: Vice City Stories came out today! I haven't had a chance to get it yet, but I can't wait!

2. Mozilla released Firefox 2! Check it out: http://www.getfirefox.com

3. I found an awesome website for Twilight Princess. Check it out and if you join the forums, please put my SN(TeamOverload) as a referrer: http://www.twilightprincess.net/forum/register.php?referrerid=606

Red vs Blue Myspace!

Well, it's been a lot of work, but it is now set up. The Red vs Blue Myspace, contains all 80 episodes, numbered and in order, for your viewing pleasure! There are also things such as a banner, and other basic info. Check it out, and send us a friend request! Doing so will enable you to comment us, and get a bulletin post, when the latest episodes are added each week! Sounds cool? Well check it out: http://www.myspace.com/redvsbluemyspace

Updates

Hey guys, it's been a little while since I posted. I just wanted to let you guys what is going on. I am still working on Sparks, but been having some difficulties that have caused delays. I haven't been able to look at it too much, as I have been busy with all my school work. Look out for 0.05 in a few weeks, HOPEFULLY.

In other news, not relating to PSP, my friend and I are working on a Red vs Blue Myspace, which will have every episode EVER eventually. We just started it tonight, so it is still quite basic. If you want, please check it out, support it, and add it as a friend: http://www.myspace.com/redvsbluemyspace

Some Updates

1. Sparks version 0.02 has been released. 0.02 remains a private release. I am hoping to have 0.02 be the last PRIVATE release. I am currently working on 0.05 which will be public. You can hopefully expect that in a few weeks.

2. Due to stupid internal errors, I was forced to update my PSP to 2.81 :(

3. I hope to be posting more frequently in the future on here as well, so keep checking back :)

My PSP- Dead and Back To Life

Well, it's been an interesting past 24 hours. I decided to try and flash a TIFF loader as a background to put all the speculation to rest. I flashed the loader for File Assistant thinking I would be able to remove the background. Unfortunately, the PSP would crash right after hitting start at the FA flash screen. I could still run UMDs luckily. However, I managed to fix it with my skills. Using a friend's PSP i accessed my memory stick. I replaced the FA binary with one from FontMod. I had a corrupt registry on my memory stick, so i left that, and flashed it to my PSP. That caused me to get the BSOD on boot, where I could restore the settings. After that all was good :)

First Official Sparks Release-Version 0.01

Now, don't get too excited. While the release is official instead of just a standard build, it isn't for everyone. Unfortunately, it is only available for official testers so the rest of you are out of luck :( Sorry about that. Most of you probably wouldn't enjoy it anyways. Most of the Core gameplay is not there, and it is mainly to test major features.

Also, as most of you know, the project was initially supposed to be completed by TMK, Glynnder, and myself. Unfortunately, there were some probelms, with communication. I decided it was in the best interest of the project, to do work on it alone. As of this day, the project is only by myself. TMK and Glynnder never put any code n it, so it can official be claimed this way.

Finally, I do need someone to do graphics for the game. If you can help please PM me at forums.qj.net.

Hello World!

The greatest feeling came over me yesterday,as I went online to do my daily web surfing. I check PSPupdates as usual and there it was. Hello World for 2.0+! I immediately downloaded it to my PSP and ran it. I must have sat staring at the screen for 20 minutes, just thinking about what the future of this exploit could hold. It is amazing how time and time again the PSP Devs manage to foil Sony. Anyways, hopefully this will lead to something awesome. It will really help me with all my deving stuff.

http://pspupdates.qj.net/2-0-2-80-Firmware-PSP-s-Say-Hello-World-as-New-Exploit-is-Found-/pg/49/aid/63483