PSP Firmware 6.20 Released.

PSP Firmware 6.20 is live, now available over the network update and also downloadable below. We now have a new comic reader built into the firmware and a new TV bar in the XMB.

Here’s the changelog, taken from the Playstation Blog:

Digital Comics Reader – PlayStation Network Digital Comics is a new service launching in December. It will allow you to download hundreds of classic and new comics from the PlayStation Store and read them page by page or frame by frame on your PSP system. Firmware update (v6.20) includes the Digital Comics reader application, which you’ll find under a new section called “Extras” on the XMB. Please note, the comic reader is an additional download; once you’ve loaded (v6.20) onto your system, simply click on the comic reader icon under “Extras” to download it to your PSP. In addition, you’ll be able to try out a free digital comic sample from the service soon. Visit www.playstationcomics.com for more information.

Export video/photo playlists – This is a new feature that allows you to export your video and photo playlists from your PC to your PSP system through Media Go. Download the latest version of Media Go (v1.3) for this and a few additional enhancements.

I’m going to check it out on my PSP-2000 TA-85 and then Pandora myself back to 5.50 GEN-D2. However I won’t be doing this on my PSP Go or if you have a PSP-3000 / TA-088v3. We don’t know if they have patched the FreePlay Save game Exploit or Team Typhoons HEN (If ever released!)

So hold off on updating for now, unless you can just flash back to CFW goodness later.

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Ok so apparently, PSP Firmware 6.20 is on the way. Tomorrow infact. It will include a new comic book reader that will go with the launch of new comic book service available over PSN. So where is this info coming from? From the horse’s mouth at the Tokyo game show, claims this blog

The new comics over PSN will support all PSP’s and firmware 6.20 will add a new column to the PSP XMB for this. This new feature is coming to Japan first, with North America and Europe to follow at a later stage. (not confirmed yet)

So how much?? The digital comics will carry a standard price tage of ¥420 or $5 USD each. If you prefer only reading the chapters they will cost ¥50-¥150 each. Which is around $1-2 USD.

I wonder if Sony also patched the user save game exploit that FreePlay used on his PSP Go “Hello World” hack

Sony detailed its PSP comic service back at the Tokyo Game Show. Today, it provided specific release and pricing information.

Downloadable comics will join the PlayStation Store library on December 10 under a new “Comics” category. Content will be available at around ¥420 for a full book and between ¥50 and ¥150 for individual chapters. Unlike other PS Store content, the comics are purchased rather than rented.

All varieties of the PSP, from the original PSP-1000 to the just released PSPgo, will be able to access the content.

Users will need to have their firmware updated to System 6.20 (available on November 19). This firmware update will add a new “Extra” column to the PSP’s XMB (Cross Media Bar) interface. You’ll be able to click on an icon under this column to download the required Comic Reader.

Content is being provided by such publishers as Ascii Mediaworks, Enterbrain, Kadokawa Shoten, Kodansha, Shueisha, Shogakkan, Square Enix (yes, they publish comics too), Softbank Creative, Bandai Visual, Bunkasha, Futabasha, Fujimi Shobo, and Hakusensha.

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PSP Firmware 6.10 Released.

Sony’s answer to the PSP game decrypter release perhaps? Maybe its patched, but the update seems to be more geared towards the PSP Go and its launch.

Firmware 6.10 will improve compatibility with Media Go and all PSP titles. Plus there is now a new music application called sensMe, which basically automatically categorizes your music collections. That is pretty neat.

That and using the bluetooth mode (PSP Go only) you’ll be able to use your mobile phone as a modem and connect to the internet. So wherever you have say 3G cell network coverage you could connect your PSP to the internet.

Source: Official PSP Blog

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PSP Firmware 6.00 Released.

As predicted today Sony released PSP Firmware 6.00 which now includes updates specific to the PSP Go which is set to be released in October. While I was looking around at exactly what’s new in Firmware 6.00 there is nothing too special too report. There are a few new theme colors and really that’s about it….No DivX support or anything like that. Time to flash back to Custom Firmware I think.

PSP Firmware 6.00 changelog:

PlayStation Store Games can now be grouped and displayed in folders based on their expire date under [GAME]

Importing of playlists from the Media GO! applications is now supported under Music

Under [Settings] > [Network Update] has been changed to [System Update]

The number of Colors that can be selected under [Settings] > [Theme Settings] has been increased

The PSP GO! system can now connect to the Internet via a Bluetooth modem such as a mobile phon

Revisions to strengthen security has been added. (Internet Browser)

You can download it either by System update or below from us.

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PSP Firmware 6.00 beta released to Developer's

PSP Firmware 6.00 has just recently been released to PSP developer’s, for the testing on PSP tool units and development kits for future PSP releases. It certainly seems firmware 5.55 and firmware 5.70 were simply releases to thwart further security bypasses / exploits, like the recent MOHH Exploit.

Since Sony have released this firmware 6 beta its safe to assume, its more likely the retail PSP Go units will ship with firmware 6.00+ come October the 1st.

What’s new in this firmware? At this stage its unknown, but likely to contain many new anti custom firmware measures and exploit fixes to stop would be hackers. Plus new features exclusive to the PSP Go, like bluetooth support.

Thanks PSPGen / MaGiXieN for the info!

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PSPGen have spotted the PSP Go on display sporting Firmware 5.70. So this could be the firmware the PSP Go might ship with. This video also shows us some of firmware 5.70, however its in French…

Source: PSPGen

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G.I. Joe Requires Firmware 5.55

Some news via the Dark_AleX forums as users have discovered that G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, needs firmware 5.55 in order to run and is included on the disk. While PSP Firmware 5.55 hasn’t been released yet (if ever) via the network update. Its unknown what changes are present in this firmware. But its not the first time we have seen Firmware 5.55. We posted about this back in July: PSP firmware 5.55 Spotted in Japan
Where Soul Calibur Broken Distiny demo units were seen running 5.55.

I’m positive in time this will be hacked or emulated just like all the other PSP firmwares.

Source: Dark-Alex Forums

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PSP Firmware 5.50 Tomorrow

Sony have posted on their offical blog that the release of Firmware 5.50 is due tomorrow. While its releasing a couple of big new features. No doubt its come out sooner rather than later to patch up the recent TIFF Exploit found. Users wanting to take advantage of the TIFF Exploit might want to advoid this update when its released tomorrow.

Hi everyone, the next system software update (v5.50) for PSP (PlayStation Portable) will be available soon, and I wanted to provide you all with a preview of some of the key features.

The firmware update will introduce an Information Board on the PSP system’s XMB (XrossMediaBar) interface. Those of you who have a PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3) may be familiar with this feature, which displays news and updates from the world of PlayStation in a scrolling ticker in the upper right-hand corner of your TV screen. Now you’ll be able to read up-to-date information about upcoming games, new content available on PlayStation Store, and other news right on your PSP whenever you’re at a wireless Internet hotspot.

In addition, we’ll be adding a few more enhancements with the 5.50 update:

* Memory Stick improvements – You’ll be able to create and access sub-folders on your Memory Stick PRO Duo for music, videos and photos. Separately, the available space required to download a file from PlayStation Store to your Memory Stick has been reduced significantly.
* Internet search for games directly from the XMB – You’ll be able to easily search the Internet for information about your PSP games. Select the icon for the game, hit the Triangle button, and then select [Internet Search] from the options menu to get search results based on the game title. This feature was added to PS3 with the recent 2.70 update.
* Trend Micro trial – PSP’s Internet browser is a great tool for checking out your favorite Web sites on the go, and we’re teaming up with the Internet security experts at Trend Micro to make the Web browsing experience safer and more secure. With the 5.50 update, you’ll have the option to access a free trial of two Trend Micro services:
Trend Micro Web Security uses Web reputation technology to block PSP owners from accidentally visiting a Web site that may contain malicious content designed to steal personal information and confidential data.
Trend Micro Kids’ Safety uses URL filtering technology to prevent children from accessing Web sites that feature inappropriate content.

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Sony have released Official PSP Firmware 5.03,well we have no comments on exactly what this does. It seems there are no updates or added features other than to fix a security vulnerability found in the latest PSP system software revision? Hmmm that sounds like they have patched the Gripshift savegame exploit / hack for the PSP-3000. So if I was a PSP-3000 owner I wouldn’t jump on the bandwagon and download this.

Its available over the network update on your PSP or the direct link from Sony below:

• PSP Firmware 5.03

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PSP firmware 5.01 released

Sony were quick to release a bug fix firmware update for the PSP. Firmware 5.01 fixes the previously posted issue where downloads from the PSP store would state you didn’t have sufficient memory space if you had a 8gb or 16gb memory stick inserted.

This download is available via the network update from your PSP XMB. (We will also have a link to the firmware once Sony update it to there website)

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Here’s what Eric Lempel of PSN had to say:

PSP firmware update 5.00 added direct access to the PlayStation Store, and we’ve since found an issue related to larger-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duos, which we’ll be addressing with a new update (5.01). When downloading content from the Store to a PSP with an 8 GB or 16 GB Memory Stick Duo media inserted, you may see a message indicating that the media does not have enough free space, even when sufficient space exists. Update 5.01 resolves this issue and will be coming soon.

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PSP Firmware 5.00 is now live

As planned Sony have released PSP Firmware 5.0 via the network update feature or download below. Release changes:

* The [PlayStation Network] category has been added, and [PlayStation Store] is now available under this category.
* The sleep timer feature can now be used under [Music]
* The system will automatically change to USB mode when a USB cable is connected.
* The [Original] theme has been redesigned

If your really keen to have it you can download it below, otherwise wait for 5.00 M33.

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