Remember the rumored PS3 update complete with DivX support? It's been released! However, with regards to DivX files, there's a couple of snags:
The DivX files cannot be over 2.00 GB
You cannot play copyrighted DivX files
At first glance you may think "OMG THAT SUCKS" - but most DivX files aren't copy protected. As for the 2.00 GB limit - If you do have a file over that, why not chop it up into pieces
But wait there's more! In a unexpected move, Sony has pulled another rabbit out of the hat - WMV support! Along with Blu-ray profile 1.1, and a voice changing function, this looks to be a nice update
Full change log below:
Voice Changer feature:
You can change the tone of a voice that is input from an audio device such as a microphone. High and low-pitched tones can each be adjusted to five preset levels. You can vary the tone when using voice / video chat under Friends.
Music
You can now select [Type 3] as an option under Settings > [Music Settings] > [Bitmapping]. This bitmapping process was developed specifically for the PS3 system to enhance audio playback.
Video
DivX and VC-1 (WMV) have been added to the types of files that can be played.
Blu-ray Disc Profile 1.1 is now supported.
[BD Data Utility] has been added.
The update is available (as always) through network update, or a link to the download HERE
Edit: Other (undocumented) changes:
[list][*]Video previews now play when sorted into folders.[*]The background/wave is visible behind the web bowser.[*]A new music visualizer has been added.[*]PSone titles [disc and download] are now playable through remote play. [PSP 3.80 update may be required, although there have been reports of it working with 3.72, or 3.71 M33 with the 3.72 premo plugin.]