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I wouldn’t necessarily call this a hack, it more or less seems like Sony’s intention; nonetheless, quite the discovery courtesy of silenoz… Using the BD-J (Blu-ray Disc Java) platform we’re able to launch Java games direct from the XMB. Case in point: Blaster Bunny.

And who knows… Maybe one thing will lead to another…

Tutorial:

• Download the BD-J game (Blaster Bunny).
• Unzip the file
• Copy the contents to the root of a USB/Flash drive
• Go to the device in the video menu and launch “AVCHD”
• Go to BONUS and click GAME to launch Blaster Bunny

Download: Blaster Bunny (Java Game)

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- source: ps3hax

Unload full clips on them busters at an alarming rate with Console Customs Sixaxis and Dualshock 3 controller mod. The tutorial details the necessary steps for old & new [controller] PCB layouts.

Required tools:

• Soldering iron (a cheap 15w/30w from radio shack; about $15)
• Solder (use rosin core solder from radio shack so there is no need for flux)
• Wire strippers (that can strip 30ga wire, a 30ga wire wrap tool from radio shack includes a 30ga stripper $8)
• Wire cutters
• Hot glue gun
• 3/16 drill bit (or close to it)
• Small pocket knife or razor blade (optional but helpful)

Be warned: using this mod while gaming online is considered cheating; don’t be stupid, play fair.

Proceed with installation at your own risk. PS3 Hacks or Console Customs are not responsible for any damage.

Download: Rapid Fire PS3 Controller Mod Tutorial

No hack, but it’s something…

Word for word from Mr. Lambeth –

Here's a picture of the symbols in the comment bar.


Tutorial:
1.) Go to System Setting > System Language
2.) Choose the first Chinese/Japanese Language that appears. (It should look like the image below.)


3.) Go to your comment bar, and go to the first yellow box (Its shown in the red below), and then click the 2 character which should look like a period (.), then you will see to the right on the on-screen keyboard, symbols that you can choose.


4.) Now go back to System Setting > System Language and change your language back to English!

Now lets just hope Sony did it right this time… For those worldwide who experienced problems with 2.40; Sony sends their apologies in the form of PS3 firmware update 2.41. It’s available for immediate download via System Update.

We’ll have the download here on PS3 Hacks for you shortly. Check back soon.

Update: You probably saw this already –

As has been reported on many gaming blogs and websites, we have temporarily taken Firmware v2.40 offline. We’ve received a limited number of calls from consumers experiencing an issue with installing the system software update on their PS3. While our consumer services department has seen a low volume of calls on this topic, we are committed to providing the PS3 community with XMB access features delivered in the v2.40 update. We are working diligently to isolate the problem for those few consumers and to identify a solution before we put the firmware back up.

Tsk tsk, Sony…

Update: It’s out, in-game XMB. Get it now via System Update.

Slated for a July 2nd release date is the long awaited PS3 firmware 2.40. So for the next 3 days enjoy watching Eric Lempel over and over again while he showcases the upcoming firmware in all its glory.

In-game XMB (Part 1):

Trophies (Part 2):

It’s mentioned Super Stardust HD will be the first title to incorporate trophies. These games will later follow suit:

• BUZZ! Quiz TV
• LittleBigPlanet
• MotorStorm Pacific Rift
• NBA 09 - PS3
• PAIN
• PixelJunk Eden
• Resistance 2
• SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation
• Warhawk

On top of that –

To further emphasize the community aspects of this system software update, the amount of people you can add to your PSN friends list has been doubled, to 100.

The update also adds a mini-control panel that you can use while playing music and an internet search feature powered by Google that allows you to initiate search directly from the XMB (similar to what we added to the PSP recently). In addition, when you’re using the XMB or accessing the XMB from in-game, the current time and date will be displayed in the upper right hand corner. There are a few more minor enhancements included in this update…

Download: PS3 Firmware 2.40

- source: blog.us.playstation.com

Update: 2.36 is out… Grab it direct via System Update on your console.

Well, well… Looks like Sony is on a firmware frenzy… After announcing the upcoming release of PSP firmware 4.00, which may I add seems somewhat lacking. Eric Lempel has dropped more news concerning PS3 firmware 2.36 and 2.40.

While firmware 2.36 improves system stability like every other minor update; it’s said 2.40 will follow with the much-anticipated features we’ve been waiting for — namely in-game XMB access and “trophies.” I’m guessing trophies will behave similar to Xbox 360 achievements.

I can only hope my shelf shines with GTA IV trophies now that I’ve tied up all the loose ends.

Thanks Anthony. Keep it real.

- source: blog.us.playstation.com

Over at GI there is some word concerning the possibility of a Wiimote-like controller for the PS3. According to GI’s sources, it’s believed that certain developer partners already have their hands on working units.

No official word from Sony; however, it’s speculated the unveiling is likely to happen at this year’s E3 event.

It would seem things are looking up for good ol’ Sony.

- source: gamesindustry.biz

Ooo…

…now that’s pretty damn convincing. It’s a safe bet we’ll be updating to 2.40 real soon.

Thanks MaX SLayeR.

Just spotted this logging into the PlayStation Network — firmware update version 2.35. Downloading it now…

According to Eric Lempel, Director of PlayStation Network Operations, the update is minor; it merely improves stability of some PS3 titles.

Stay tuned.

Download: PS3 2.35 Firmware Update

What’s better than blowing stuff up after a long day of work? Not having to locate a rocket launcher to do it… Wreak immediate havoc courtesy of p0Wer. Yeah, you know what it’s all about.

Have fun!

- source: game-warp.com