PS3 3.0 Firmware Update

[Cake]

Hi everyone, PlayStation 3 (PS3) firmware update (v3.00) adds a number of great new features that we’re excited to share with you. The latest update incorporates changes that improve navigation on your PS3. First, you’ll notice some cosmetic changes to the design of the XMB (Xross Media Bar). We’ve enhanced the look and feel of the XMB so that it’s easier and even more intuitive to use. We’ve also added network improvements and personalization options to help enhance your PS3 experience.

Additional highlights from update 3.00 include:

* “What’s New” – The “Information Board” will be replaced with a “What’s New” section, which allows you to enjoy interactive PlayStation news every time you start the PS3 system. Located under the PlayStation Network icon, “What’s New” displays the latest and greatest game, video, PlayStation Network and PlayStation news and releases, as well as your recently played games, in a sleek, new animated format.
* Status Indicator – In the top right corner we’ve added an indicator bar, which displays your user icon, friend icon, the number of friends you have online and a small message icon to let you know if you have any new messages. The indicator also includes a scrolling ticker that features the latest news from PlayStation Network. In addition, when you press the PS button, the battery life indicator will no longer cover up the clock.
* Friends List – Now your PlayStation Network friends will appear in a slightly redesigned format on your Friends List. Also, messages will now be viewable from each of your friends’ respective profiles.
* PlayStation Store Shortcuts – We’ve added a handy shortcut icon to the PlayStation Store under both the Game and Video categories so you can access the latest content quickly and easily.
* Personalization – Personalize your PS3 with new dynamic custom themes and avatars. Dynamic themes as well as free and premium avatars will be available through PlayStation Store. A dynamic theme takes your screen to a whole new level as it incorporates animated objects into the background.
* Trophies – Showcasing your hard earned trophies just got better. Update 3.00 gives game developers the ability to modify how they display trophies for add-on content. Base and add-on game trophies will continue to be combined into a single list so you can see where you stand in a game as a whole. Within that list, trophies will be broken out into subcategories—base trophies and add-on trophies—that way, you can easily view the percentage of your base game trophy collection, and separately track your trophy progress in add-on packs. Look for this enhancement to be included in upcoming games.

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Well, this highly anticipated update has finally released!
I can't wait to see how well the dynamic themes look.. The status indicator is sexy. [[:
Go update yo' PS3's, NAO!
(Settings > System Update > Update Via Internet/Media Storage.)

[Da_Capt'N]

So this did release today?
I was actually expecting a 9/1/09 release.

This will be the 2nd thing i'll do when i hook up my Slim, first is adding Silent.

Dynamic themes FTW!

[Ozzy]

I am up dateing this right now

[Cake]

Yes, it has been released.
I just downloaded it not to long ago.

But yaaa, the "Official" release date is tomorrow, September 1st.
I believe it's just because of my PST time zone. haha.
(Even though still, I technically shoulda got it in 45 mins. ._.)
1 hour early firmware updates ftw! lol

[Goten]

It's 11:30 here and I'm eastern time so I guess Sony wanted to close shop early today lol but new PS3 slim and an update? Yea this is Great!

[mayhem17]

just downloaded it. i like the look of the new friends list

[Ozzy]

I love the new update

[SilentAngel]

Originally Posted by captainbrawl So this did release today? I was actually expecting a 9/1/09 release. This will be the 2nd thing i'll do when i hook up my Slim, first is adding Silent. Dynamic themes FTW!

YES!

customization to the max

[Ley]

oh man! %50 done xD

This is gonna be awesome.

Video totally rocks.

[Ratedrko22]

Sony always release big FW the night before.

[toxicair]

Whoa, just downloaded it, it's pertttyyy.

[Puzzler]

Now that I am used to it it's pretty nice.

Not sure about the friends section thought, a little too blocky for my liking.
But I shall live.