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2.30 PS3 firmware is out now
- Thread starter Metalmurphy
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I don't think anyone should bitch about the speed. I called it two weeks ago. The new store update alone was gonna be a nightmare. Trying to launch that with GT5
and the Warhawk add-on and other stuff is just asking for it. I expect slowdown through the weekend. It's not a big deal to me, b/c the foundation that is now there screams fast. The only thing slowing us down right now is image-loading, which is easy enough to remedy.
The new store is a complete win IMO. My only continued beef is administrative problems with SCEE and SCEJ. I don't like Japan dictating our end of things since they don't even know how to sell the console in their own territory. I don't like the EU getting the shaft on game releases. But administrative problems can also be fixed, thankfully. PEACE.
and the Warhawk add-on and other stuff is just asking for it. I expect slowdown through the weekend. It's not a big deal to me, b/c the foundation that is now there screams fast. The only thing slowing us down right now is image-loading, which is easy enough to remedy.The new store is a complete win IMO. My only continued beef is administrative problems with SCEE and SCEJ. I don't like Japan dictating our end of things since they don't even know how to sell the console in their own territory. I don't like the EU getting the shaft on game releases. But administrative problems can also be fixed, thankfully. PEACE.
Pimpwerx said:I don't think anyone should bitch about the speed. I called it two weeks ago. The new store update alone was gonna be a nightmare. Trying to launch that with GT5
The new store is a complete win IMO. My only continued beef is administrative problems with SCEE and SCEJ. I don't like Japan dictating our end of things since they don't even know how to sell the console in their own territory. I don't like the EU getting the shaft on game releases. But administrative problems can also be fixed, thankfully. PEACE.
I've come away from this update with two things:
1) Somebody seriously NEEDS to be fired from SCEE. Whoever is the equivalent of Grace Chen in Europe is fucking up BIG time.
2) Given time, Sony can come up with some amazing interface software. The store interface really is the first thing network-related that I can say that Sony has hit out of the park and blew past Microsoft's efforts. It makes me really excited for the eventual in-game XMB and future firmware updates.
rollingstart
Banned
wow, I never knew there was a PixelJunk Racers demo, this game is pretty awesome!
I couldent find a Go sports skiing or sky diving demo, I want to try those.
I couldent find a Go sports skiing or sky diving demo, I want to try those.
That was a pinch! I have big fingers, what can I say.Panajev2001a said:You know Kaching, you should ease on the sarcasm: they suggest just a pinch of it
If you've got a service going live that's accepting monetary transactions from any segment of public, there's really no room to call it "beta". Typos and missing content are nuisances, no dispute, but they don't qualify a service like this as beta. No one would call a brick and mortar store "under construction" just because of typos or because some advertised items aren't in stock. "BETA" has become a crutch in some regards - it only works for the kind of services Google tends to launch because there's absolutely no involvement of a monetary obligation on behalf of the public.
Pimpwerx said:I don't think anyone should bitch about the speed. I called it two weeks ago. The new store update alone was gonna be a nightmare. Trying to launch that with GT5
There are ways around that, of course. Use the right technologies to serve your data and you can adjust for demand like this relatively easily, or so I'm told.
lowrider007
Licorice-flavoured booze?
emacs said:
Just because it's free doesn't mean we just should lie down and accept crap does it, this is one of the reason why I say we should be paying for PSN because this everyones excuse all over the net, "oo oo but it's free you can't complain" yes I fucking can complain, this is the internetz and I haz powers !!!, seriously though, if we don't kick up a fuss nothing would get done.
TheIroning
Member
the image loading times are ridiculous
The_Inquisitor
Member
It was installing when I left for class. So they will be updating it thursday?
lowrider007 said:
Microsoft had a huge headstart with xbox live, and really put a lot of resources into making it a comprehensive and for the most part, reliable service
Sony didn't start so early on their on-line service, mainly because, at the time, the Japanese didn't see the point in an on-line service , I think a yearly fee for PSN wouldn't change what it is now, and the problems it currently has, it would probably just be the same PSN, but with a yearly fee, although improvements may come at a faster pace
So i agree, if we pay a fee, we may see improvements appear faster in the future, but coming from a PC gaming background, I find myself ethically opposed to paying for the service, when i also pay for the software (unless it is an MMO)
Quote war?
devildog820
Member
I like the transitions. Makes it flow much better.
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
Full Recovery said:
Can anyone tell me if I can download the update by using this usb 1 gig stick I have?
BlindMonkey
Member
It looks nice, but there are a few little problems that should sort themselves out over time.
But why isn't there a dedicated section for demo's?
They're just mixed in with the games, and where's our alphabetical full listing.
But why isn't there a dedicated section for demo's?
They're just mixed in with the games, and where's our alphabetical full listing.
squatingyeti
non-sanctioned troll
I know this is not really on topic with this thread, but it isn't worth starting a new one either. My question is, can I message my friends through PSN without being on the PS3? Sometimes when I'm still working, I drop a message to some friends on LIVE and can read when they send some to me through Xbox.com. I looked around a little on the Playstation website and I can't find it anywhere.
So, am I just looking in the wrong place, or can I not do it at all?
So, am I just looking in the wrong place, or can I not do it at all?
UK store has been completely fucked for me pretty much the whole day. As to be expected... right now only the category list is loading for me. Zero art spaces.
Anyway yes to confirm there is definitely that UI glitch in 720p mode, I just switched to 1080p (my TV is 720p but accepts a 1080p signal and scales down) and it's fine.
Anyway yes to confirm there is definitely that UI glitch in 720p mode, I just switched to 1080p (my TV is 720p but accepts a 1080p signal and scales down) and it's fine.
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
The tutorial is confusing as hell. Someone help me NAO! I saved the firmware onto my storage drive. So can I just plug it into my PS3 and hit the update via storage medium?
squatingyeti
non-sanctioned troll
Firewire said:
Nope, I was looking for the ability to do it while at work. That sucks. Have they ever mentioned anything like adding that? I know it's not a high priority, but it's still nice to have.
Metalmurphy
Member
Speaking of PSP, anyone tested the store with remote play yet?