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Datel stirred up some controversy with the release of the Datel Tool Battery which some sites went berserk over but whatever the good and bad of it i sat on the wall because i could see both sides to its release.
Well our buddies over at Emuholic have done a review of the Datel Battery and gave it a resounding 9 out of 10 and Guyfawkes is a good reviewer and long time Homebrew coder/scener so its a legitamate score.
dickydick1969 has released a new version of his video streaming app Pimpstreamer for the PSP, heres the release details:
After I gathered most of the requests from the forum, I began working on a 3.xx only full graphical version of PiMPStreamer.
This time from the ground up, without any heavy ffmpeg libs to carry with.
Hope to get something to you soon.. Keep posted!
Download the pimpstreamer-beta-1.0. Tested on 3.52 M33-4.
-not based on pmp_mod, uses mp3 hardware decoding and plain software decoding (no me.prx needed)
-completely from ground up
-color info not right yet, need to implement yuv->rgb
-fully graphical
-a beta, not all functions yet ported
-when in movie no stopping yet (test with small movies)
-sound still skippy
put in PSP/GAME folder (not GAME150)
Download and Give Feedback Via Comments
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Yes Team aXr^2 are back!
and you guys think we're done after v1.1.1?
You're wrong!
There's quite a big change comparing to v1, lots of things are added, new colour, and lots more. Here's the Change Log:
Quote:
-A total re-write on the codes.
-New menu, selection method, and colours.
-Say bye bye to Loading!
-Added:
*New Dummy/Free Space options.
*"Restore" Function.
*"Re-enable" Function.
*"Firmware Mode", for better flashing quality!
*New Intro Screen (or splash screen whatever you call that.
*Power Functions, which will cut you off if you have less than 30% battery,
and show power percentage in the menu.
Please read the "PLEASE README.txt and USERS GUIDE.txt" throughfully before starting to use this program.
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CAUTION:
-This is NOT compatible with 3.71M33 yet, but we're working on it.
-Only for phat PSPs.
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Have fun!
Also we would like a few guys willing a test the program to the limits! Give us feedbacks or bug reports at axrsqr@gmail.com.
This whole backwards-compatibility thing on the new 40GB PS3 is a pinch confusing. Why, exactly, can't the new model run PS2 games when the old one could? Tired of asking questions of the night, I instead asked SCEE.
"The 40GB model, to be launched in Europe on 10th October, is a new model and is not equipped with any of the semi conductors from the PS2, and backwards compatibility would therefore have to be achieved by software emulation alone. The sheer numbers of PS2 titles available, together with the increased complexity of using a software only solution for each and every title means that to ensure accurate software emulation for the majority would be technically challenging, time consuming and costly. As we have mentioned on several occasions, our engineering resources are now focused on developing new and innovative features and services for the PS3 and, as a result the 40GB model does not have backwards compatibility with PS2 titles."
PS3 is more wanted than either Wii or Xbox 360, according to the latest Top 20 Most Wanted list, a weekly compilation of the hottest items as listed by CNET users.
The PlayStation 3 60GB model, soon to be a thing of the past, came in at number eleven for the week of October 7. Wii came in three slots lower at the fourteen spot. Xbox 360 did make the cut.
The e-setter is a device for people who can easy set up the screen on their TV, some people may have 2 or more TV at home, when they want to move the PS3 to play on another TV, they may find there has no picture on another TV ,it is because the output resolution is different on each TV so they can't get the picture, they have to set the PS3 back to original setting on their current TV before move to another TV, apart from that setting the output of PS3 is so complicated, almost take half hour to do so ,the e-setter is a device for you to set up the output resolution easily, people just need to switch a buttons and get the easy set up in few seconds
A new report out of The Hollywood Reporter says SCEA will be following Europe's lead, announcing a $399 40GB PS3 for November 2.
Citing unnamed industry sources who corroborated the November 2 launch date for the new model, the report said SCEA has been telling retailers to clear out existing PS3 inventory.
Last week, SCE Europe announced a 40GB PS3 at a lower price point than current offerings, as the company readies for another critical holiday season against hardware rivals Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360.
Free Record Shop, the Netherlands's largest home entertainment retailer, has announced that they have officially endorsed Blu-ray as the successor to DVD. Since Blu-ray has launched in the Netherlands, it has outsold HD DVD on an average of 4-to-1, showing business owners that the buying public is demanding high definition content, and they want that content on Blu-ray.
Following the announcement of the much speculated 40GB hard drive version of the PlayStation 3 in Europe, Sony officials in Japan have also announced a similar model, albeit with an optional new white color design for both console and controller.
The version sold in Japan appears to be functionally identical [to the EU 40GB], but with an optional new "ceramic white" color that has not been confirmed for Europe.
According to consumer website GameSpot, the new hardware model will be launched in Japan on November 11th for a price of ¥39,980 ($341). This is the same day that the new force feedback equipped DualShock 3 controller is due to go on sale, and the first anniversary of the console in Japan.
On October 17th the price of the 20GB and 60GB versions, which are both still sold in Japan, will also be reduced. The 20GB model, which retains backwards compatibility, will drop in price by ¥5,000 ($43) to ¥44,980 (£384). The 60GB version will also see its price fall by the same amount to ¥54,980 ($469). The first 200,000 consoles sold after this date will also receive a free copy of the Spider-Man 3 on Blu-ray.
Sony Australia will not be introducing a PlayStation 3 price cut but it is following Sony Europe's example by discontinuing the 60GB PS3 and introducing a 40GB console to market.
As Sony ships its new model PlayStation 3 to stores for launch this Wednesday, UK managing director Ray Maguire has told GamesIndustry.biz that the new SKU is a natural evolution and the company always had plans to offer a cheaper product.
But he also admitted that he could understand that PlayStation 3 early adopters might feel cheated for buying the console earlier in the year when it commanded a luxury GBP 425 price point.
"I think it's natural to feel that way, of course it is," said Maguire, in an exclusive interview published today.
"The difference between our industry and many other industries is that if you're selling cars or houses the price goes up steadily. Consumer electronics only goes one way and that's downwards."
Rockstar has said it will continue fight against the Manhunt 2 ban, describing the BBFC's refusal to grant the game a certificate as "unacceptable".
"We are continuing to appeal the British Board of Film Classification's decision to deny the edited version of Manhunt 2 an 18-plus certificate and thereby ban its release in the United Kingdom," the company said in a statement.
"The changes necessary in order to publish the game in Britain are unacceptable to us and represent a setback for videogames."
As announced yesterday, the BBFC is standing by its initial decision to refuse Manhunt 2 a certificate. That's despite changes made by Rockstar to the game in a bid to meet the ratings board's requirements.
The publisher's statement concluded, "The BBFC allows adults the freedom to decide for themselves when it comes to horror in movies and we think adults should be similarly allowed to decide for themselves when it comes to horror in videogames, such as Manhunt 2."
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Sony Australia is following SCEE's lead by phasing out the 60GB PlayStation 3 in the region – but it won't be cutting the price to help shift stock.
Instead the current offer of the 60GB unit with two free games and an extra controller will remain in stores until depleted, while the 40GB model will be introduced on October 11 for AUD 699.95.
According to Sony Australia's Michael Ephraim, the 60GB model is already in short supply in the region.
"There are very limited stocks," he told GameSpot. "I would say 20 – 30 per cent of retail stores have them in stock right now."
"That was always part of our plan to transition smoothly to a new SKU," he added.
Ephraim said that he expects the new lower-spec unit to help double the installed base of the PlayStation 3 in Australia, which currently stands at over 80,000 units.
"We think that with the price reduction, we're going to come very close if not exceed doubling that number by the end of the year," he said.
Sony initiated a change in its PAL PS3 business plan late last week by introducing a new 40GB model to market and dropping the price of the 60GB unit.
It then emerged yesterday that the 60GB unit would actually be discontinued as soon as all current stocks were sold, leaving only the lower spec SKU on the market.
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A release date for SingStar on the PlayStation 3 is currently up in the air as Sony continues to test downloadable content and community features for the next-gen version of one of its most popular social gaming franchises.
Although reviews have started to appear in the specialist press, a spokesperson for Sony has told GamesIndustry.biz that the game needs further testing, and would not be drawn on any specific release period.
"We want to ensure that consumers have the best possible experience when playing SingStar on PlayStation 3.
"We are therefore taking extra time to test the downloadable content and community features of SingStar to ensure that it is as rich, simple and accessible a SingStar experience as possible," said the company.
Sony's official PlayStation 3 website lists a release period for the game as between July and September 2007, while online retailers suggest October or late November.
Other sources have suggested there may be issues with the games licensed content, and that the title is finished but awaiting clearance by legal departments.
GamesIndustry.biz understands that promotional copies of the game – which work on any retail PlayStation 3 – have been sent out to journalists but do not allow access to online features via the PlayStation Network.
Over ten SingStar titles have appeared on the PlayStation 2 since it was first released three years ago.
The PS3 version is seen as one of the central titles in Sony's online network initiatives, along with community and social gaming application Home, and Media Molecule's innovative platformer LittleBigPlanet.
At last month's Tokyo Game Show, Sony said it was delaying the launch of Home until Spring 2008.
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Here is the latest update to my Flash Portal!
If you don't know what a portal is it's were you have a series of flash games and applications in one package!
You don't even need homebrew!
How to Install Ultimate PSP Version 1.6
First of all unzip the file
Then add the Ultimate PSP folder into the folder on your PSP that is called Common
Then on your PSP browser type file:/psp/common/UltimatePSP/UltimatePSP.htm
This Portal Contains:
130 Flash Games
29 Applications
Link to my Brand New Forum
Updates From Last Version
Spoiler!
New forums now! Any new members welcome:thumbup:
I will also be looking for moderators in the future
GamesIndustry.biz has learned that Sony Computer Entertainment America is developing at least seven new PlayStation Portable games for download via the PlayStation Store.
The service – currently only available to PlayStation 3 users – is due to launch for the PSP and PC next year and will offer users an alternative portfolio of titles to those currently available on UMD game discs.
Sony will offer multiple content to PSP users via the PlayStation Store, including original games, classic PSone titles, demos for UMD-based and downloadable games, additional content for released games and TV content such as trailers, behind-the-scenes clips and interviews.
A source close to SCEA has revealed that three action games, two music-based games, one racing title and a shooting game are being developed internally.
Downloadable games for the handheld will be between one half and one third of the size of the average UMD title, offering between two and ten hours of gameplay.
Sony is currently courting third-party PSP publishers for the PlayStation Store, which offers a better return on investment for the publisher and format holder as it completely cuts out retail partners.
As well as the new PSP titles in development, SCEA will also be offering 13 classic PSone games for the handheld during 2008, all of which are currently available on the PS3 service.
PSP content can be accessed, purchased and downloaded from the users' local PlayStation Store to the handheld via a wireless hotspot.
It can also be accessed by a PlayStation Network account on a PC with a USB cable, but no content will be stored on the PC.
The PC service is due to launch this winter in the US, and the PSP service set for later in 2008.
At last month's Tokyo Game Show Kaz Hirai revealed that PSP users would be able to browse and purchase content from the PlayStation Store via a PC, rather than using the PS3, as had previously been the case.
He also said that sign-ups to the PlayStation Network on PS3 had so far passed over 2.7 million users.
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GamesIndustry.biz has learned that Sony Computer Entertainment America is developing at least seven new PlayStation Portable games for download via the PlayStation Store.
The service – currently only available to PlayStation 3 users – is due to launch for the PSP and PC next year and will offer users an alternative portfolio of titles to those currently available on UMD game discs.
Sony will offer multiple content to PSP users via the PlayStation Store, including original games, classic PSone titles, demos for UMD-based and downloadable games, additional content for released games and TV content such as trailers, behind-the-scenes clips and interviews.
A source close to SCEA has revealed that three action games, two music-based games, one racing title and a shooting game are being developed internally.
Downloadable games for the handheld will be between one half and one third of the size of the average UMD title, offering between two and ten hours of gameplay.
Sony is currently courting third-party PSP publishers for the PlayStation Store, which offers a better return on investment for the publisher and format holder as it completely cuts out retail partners.
As well as the new PSP titles in development, SCEA will also be offering 13 classic PSone games for the handheld during 2008, all of which are currently available on the PS3 service.
PSP content can be accessed, purchased and downloaded from the users' local PlayStation Store to the handheld via a wireless hotspot.
It can also be accessed by a PlayStation Network account on a PC with a USB cable, but no content will be stored on the PC.
The PC service is due to launch this winter in the US, and the PSP service set for later in 2008.
At last month's Tokyo Game Show Kaz Hirai revealed that PSP users would be able to browse and purchase content from the PlayStation Store via a PC, rather than using the PS3, as had previously been the case.
He also said that sign-ups to the PlayStation Network on PS3 had so far passed over 2.7 million users.
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