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[Sleeplessnights]

I'm surprised so many people are upset about this. I wish there was that much of enthusiasm behind having multiple accounts on the Vita.

Spoiler

pls

 

[Fnord]

Any details on what features the PS4 MU music player has? Speedy fast forward/rewind? The PS3 music playback option were shit for mp3s that were very long. Fast forwarding was a nightmare. If we can use the analog sticks or the trackpad to zip through long files that will be great. If it doesn't feature a versatile fast forward/rewind feature this is dead on arrival for me. Otherwise I'll try it for a year.

Agreed. I was sort of hoping that the controls for MP3 (and DLNA audio) playback would be more like the controls for video playback on the PS3, which are excellent. It's not such a big deal for music, but it's a huge deal for podcasts.

 

[bigboss370]

for those who can't bear not to have music on their PS4s at launch, there is a free trial for music unlimited going on right now.

 

[curb]

for those who can't bear not to have music on their PS4s at launch, there is a free trial for music unlimited going on right now.

I wonder how hard it is to cancel before the trial period ends.

 

[LastGamer84]

I wonder how hard it is to cancel before the trial period ends.

It's probably still easier than cancelling XBL Gold...

Somewhat disappointed by this, but I have a feeling they'll patch it in later due to consumer feedback. Sony seems to be better at correcting their mistakes these days.

 

[kyser73]

So uh... what's going on in here? 10 more pages since last night...

Everyone seems to have forgotten your conversation with kraken3dfx about their reactions.

 

[goonergaz]

I wonder how hard it is to cancel before the trial period ends.

It's easy - go into your account management and select 'no' to auto-renew.

 

[curb]

It's probably still easier than cancelling XBL Gold...

Somewhat disappointed by this, but I have a feeling they'll patch it in later due to consumer feedback. Sony seems to be better at correcting their mistakes these days.

Don't tell Sony this, but I'd be completely willing to make a one-time app purchase for custom MP3 playback outside and inside of games. No matter how good the Music Unlimited service may be, I won't pay a subscription fee for it.

 

[baekshi]

While they're at this, better add wallpapers or dynamics theme ~

 

[curb]

It's easy - go into your account management and select 'no' to auto-renew.

Cool cool cool. Thanks.

 

[msdstc]

for those who can't bear not to have music on their PS4s at launch, there is a free trial for music unlimited going on right now.

And here we go again, they've got yet another one to add to their list. Their plan worked on people like you.

Yes they added the feedback and future possibilities in the FAQ

Future possibilites......

Will I be able to play MP3s on the PS4 system?
No.
*We appreciate your feedback and are exploring possibilities


Will the PS4 system support media servers or DLNA support in order to stream videos or movies from a home PC?
The PS4 system does not support client functionality for media servers.
*We appreciate your feedback and are exploring possibilities

And more on this future possibilities crap... it's mp3 support. There is no "exploring" to do here. Their little trojan horse MU scheme blew up in there face and their backpedaling. Sorry if it comes off melodramatic, but seriously this whole thing has been a bunch of PR spin and bullshit.

 

[driver116]

Will it support any media content? ie MP4/M4A.

 

[curb]

And more on this future possibilities crap... it's mp3 support. There is no "exploring" to do here. Their little trojan horse MU scheme blew up in there face and their backpedaling. Sorry if it comes off melodramatic, but seriously this whole thing has been a bunch of PR spin and bullshit.

This seems to be a theme this generation so far. A platform holder assumes something will be well received and not a big deal and then it explodes all over them. DLNA, MP3, DRM, Always On...

 

[SniperHunter]

Music unlimited is really awesome. I got it last year for $14. Totally worth it

 

[UNCMark]

Music unlimited is really awesome. I got it last year for $14. Totally worth it

I guess it depends on your taste in music. Of the major music services, they're by far (ironically) the most limited.

 

[msdstc]

Music unlimited is really awesome. I got it last year for $14. Totally worth it

You're entitled to your opinion, but this is exactly what sony wanted... I have my own collection I have no reason to subscribe to something that I don't want, thanks very much though sony for forcing my hand.

 

[Chaplain]

Music unlimited is really awesome. I got it last year for $14. Totally worth it

I agree, but it currently does not offer up-to-date dj sets or dj sets like at the link below:

http://soundcloud.com/maxmuzik/tracks

These type of sets are perfect for racing games and 2D games with custom soundtracks.

 

[PeakPointMatrix]

I'm happy with Sony's response and Kagari's reassurance. I wouldn't be surprised if DLNA/MP3 functionality returned in the first post launch update. Reminds me of the PS3 early days where huge software improvements were added in the initial updates. XMB 1.0 was such barren shit compared to what it is today.

 

[stargateheaven]

anyone notice that blog post is gone? the one about winning ps4 titles with Music Unlimited. i guess the whole comment section were people not happy about the situation.

 

[Kagari]

I'm happy with Sony's response and Kagari's reassurance. I wouldn't be surprised if DLNA/MP3 functionality returned in the first post launch update. Reminds me of the PS3 early days where huge software improvements were added in the initial updates. XMB 1.0 was such barren shit compared to what it is today.

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

 

[Jburton]

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

That's great news Kagari, thanks for sharing!

 

[Yazuka]

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

Sorry I have not been reading everything here. But was that confirmation abou us getting mp3 support in the future?

 

[Jburton]

Sorry I have not been reading everything here. But was that confirmation abou us getting mp3 support in the future?

And DLNA.

 

[WoolyNinja]

I think at this point it's about your product not having a basic, simple, nil cost feature that your competition DOES have. Now you're letting Microsoft tick a box you can't check.
All in the name of pushing Music Unlimited subscription service that nary a single person asked for.

I don't believe MP3 playback is a 'nil cost feature'. Last I remember there are licensing fees for MP3 playback.

 

[andycapps]

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

Good to hear. Wouldn't hurt to have this added to the OP.

 

[curb]

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

I think they should get out in front of this as soon as possible and announce that something is coming. I'm glad they responded to the HDCP capture issue but it seemed like they left it a long time. People like assurances and not everyone follows yosp on Twitter.

 

[Arrogant Bastard]

And more on this future possibilities crap... it's mp3 support. There is no "exploring" to do here. Their little trojan horse MU scheme blew up in there face and their backpedaling. Sorry if it comes off melodramatic, but seriously this whole thing has been a bunch of PR spin and bullshit.

You're still mad? It is getting fixed, yes it was dumb for Sony to try it. They are backing off and it will be patched in. Gamers won, all is right in the world again.

 

[daman824]

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

Was this confirmation about mp3?

 

[bigboss370]

And here we go again, they've got yet another one to add to their list. Their plan worked on people like you.

you seem to know alot about me lol. I was just pointing out something. I myself am not trying it, nor am I going to, nor am I going to subscribe. Sony has been been very good in the past providing these services and I see no reason why I can't just wait for the updates to come. Same thing goes for custom wallpapers.

I had a second confirmation last night so it'll come. It's just a shame they got Music Unlimited up first, but the appropriate backlash has at least gotten a couple of responses out of them rather than flat out ignoring it like they used to.

awesome.

 

[Loudninja]

And here we go again, they've got yet another one to add to their list. Their plan worked on people like you.



Future possibilites......



And more on this future possibilities crap... it's mp3 support. There is no "exploring" to do here. Their little trojan horse MU scheme blew up in there face and their backpedaling. Sorry if it comes off melodramatic, but seriously this whole thing has been a bunch of PR spin and bullshit.

Yeah whatever they say or do you wont be satisfied.

They know they fucked up.

 

[PaNaMa]

I don't believe MP3 playback is a 'nil cost feature'. Last I remember there are licensing fees for MP3 playback.

Cost nominal then.

 

[nictron]

for those who can't bear not to have music on their PS4s at launch, there is a free trial for music unlimited going on right now.

It should last until the patch is released

 

[Kagari]

Was this confirmation about mp3?

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

 

[ohNOitsRO]

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

This is why Gaf is the best

 

[Jburton]

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

Ah, so it was maybe further down the list but has been pushed forward due to the response?

Fair assessment?

 

[Vandiger]

Good on sony for responding right away.

 

[Kagari]

Ah, so it was maybe further down the list but has been pushed forward due to the response?

Fair assessment?

Right, especially if we're looking at launch firmware.

 

[BloodMoney]

I agree, but it currently does not offer up-to-date dj sets or dj sets like at the link below:

http://soundcloud.com/maxmuzik/tracks

These type of sets are perfect for racing games and 2D games with custom soundtracks.

must haz my 90's essential mix's

 

[borghe]

believe it or not I'm happy to see the FAQ wasn't updated regarding CDs.. I mean c'mon people. OSes have BUILT IN software for ripping your music. use it!!!

 

[curb]

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

What do you think might get pushed back?

 

[EMT0]

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

Any word on background music play?

 

[Tsundere]

Any word on background music play?

She said both, so DLNA and MP3.

 

[Kagari]

What do you think might get pushed back?

No idea, but hopefully things like suspend, DLNA and MP3 stuff is in the next update.

 

[Omiee]

this is bullshit, i am so disappointed in sony because of this.

i really wanted background music a feature that was present for free on the 360.

And really wish they had dnla support because i used to use my ps3 as a media player before buying one.

This really sucks and i cant imagine why they decided this

 

[krioto]

For both, actually. I wouldn't be shocked to see some priorities get shuffled because of this.

i hope nothing actually important gets bumped because of this

 

[Zoe]

She said both, so DLNA and MP3.

Not the same thing.

 

[NullPointer]

Ah, so it was maybe further down the list but has been pushed forward due to the response?

Fair assessment?

That's all I wanted to know. I'm totally OK with delays to make launch. Just wanted to make sure the lack of support wasn't a permanent thing.

 

[Arrogant Bastard]

this is bullshit, i am so disappointed in sony because of this.

i really wanted background music a feature that was present for free on the 360.

And really wish they had dnla support because i used to use my ps3 as a media player before buying one.

This really sucks and i cant imagine why they decided this

Have you read even the past few posts?

It is getting patched in, and will probably get done really quickly.

 

[PS2 KID]

i hope nothing actually important gets bumped because of this

I hope something important does get bumped because of this.

This would show Sony is listening to us! The squeaky wheel gets the oil.

That something else important that gets bumped will get it's own super long thread later.

 

[Neuromancer]

I really don't understand the big fuss about MP3s. Who actually used this last gen? Also, I pretty sure there is a thing called a walkman if you want to listen to music.

I've listened to my own custom soundtrack multiple times while playing games within the last week.