Quoting MGS2 to make a point? You are a true gentleman.
Much like the 2008 Presidential election, this is the first console launch that is going to be heavily effected by social media and the effects that it has on events like this.
To quote my favorite game...
We now live in a world a console getting bricked creates a 30+ thread of panic and concern, even though if someone actually did the math the failure rate would probably fall within acceptable levels.
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You're supposed to buy a new one. It's about making money.
Professor Lich
Member
That's what I'm saying. is there a switch on the back of the unit that cuts it off. Or holding down the power button to cut it off.
It seems pulling the plug for ANY device is a recipe for disaster.
LiquidMetal14
hide your water-based mammals
You mean like the mandatory patches on PS3?
I am going to be swapping out my HDD. Perhaps it's best to go through the setup first before upgrading.
Really? Oh god.D=
Maybe we should all do the update via USB?
I'm downloading the update now.
Here's the instructions and update link:
http://us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/ps4/index.htm
Seems easy enough, make sure the folder naming is correct where your file is kept, insert USB, then power on the PS4 with a 7+ second power button press.
I'm downloading the update now.
Here's the instructions and update link:
http://us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/ps4/index.htm
Seems easy enough, make sure the folder naming is correct where your file is kept, insert USB, then power on the PS4 with a 7+ second power button press.
My wife once pulled the plug on a running blender back in college and the fucking motor did a final jank, sparked, and then smoke came pouring out of the base unit.
A few bricks and everyone loses their minds lol
I get this guy on Twitch is pissed, but he's being a proper arse to customer support.
That being said, them telling him to get another few HDMI cables... I've been on his end, when I know there's a hardware fault with the router - I don't need to do a factory restore, or change my Wifi settings.
That being said, them telling him to get another few HDMI cables... I've been on his end, when I know there's a hardware fault with the router - I don't need to do a factory restore, or change my Wifi settings.
Yeah this is what I'll be doing. Updating in safe mode seems like the most logical thing to do for these early firmware updates.
Much like the 2008 Presidential election, this is the first console launch that is going to be heavily effected by social media and the effects that it has on events like this.
To quote my favorite game...
We now live in a world a console getting bricked creates a 30+ thread of panic and concern, even though if someone actually did the math the failure rate would probably fall within acceptable levels.
Maybe I should have said something like that instead of embarrassing myself with my lack of knowledge of the history of the internet. I will get back under my rock.
BlackBuzzard
Banned
He should have used the power button not pull the plug.
fluffydelusions
Member
Silly question but wtf is a repair box?
WordsintheWater
Member
Guys, I'm scared, hold me
This will be one of the first things I'll do.
edit: fml
Do we know that he didn't try?
lets see what happens to yours, I know I wont be fucking turning mine on till Sony gives a response.
I would be raging as well, understandably. Streaming these bricks is like kicking an anthill
Empty cardboard box to send the unit back.
Hidden One
Member
Will it even be safe to start the PS4 in safe mode on the first boot to update it..?
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
I'm gonna be too busy playing mine to worry about some small percentage bricking. Unless it happens to me...
They send you some tools and a release form that you sign to absolve Sony of the warranty coverage, then they walk you through the repair process.
pretty sure it's just a box that fits the PS4 for shipping to their repair/refurbish facility.
Cap'n Cook
Member
Is it at all possible that a cheap hdmi cable could cause the hdmi input to fail?
old
Member
I burned through 3 PS2's and 3 360's. I never held it against the manufacturers because I put some serious mileage on them. My last 360 has lasted the longest and I credit that to installing all of my games before I even play them. I guess it puts less stress on the system to play from the harddrive. I will be continuing that into this gen.
WordsintheWater
Member
It's got something to do with the HDMI from what it looks like
fluffydelusions
Member
Ah. Never heard it referred that way before.
Why wouldn't it be, unless the contents of the update itself is what's bricking consoles.
lastflowers
Banned
lol @ Brandon allgood. hahahahahahaha
SenjutsuSage
Banned
So I take it this has been confirmed? Would hate if this were just an ill intentioned attack to damage public perception of the system.
Apologies if it's been confirmed legit already, but you can't help but be suspicious of these kinds of things.
Apologies if it's been confirmed legit already, but you can't help but be suspicious of these kinds of things.
Lighthouse
Member
He just gave his personal info live infront of 2000 people. Hes DONE.
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
BadAss2961
Member
Brandon Allgood lmfao.
This kid doesn't seem too bright. He seemed to lament having to go through his TV settings.
Who?
"Xbox coffin"
fluffydelusions
Member
So who is going to be the brave gaffer and play bf4 first lol