Playstation Network and Discussion Part Deux

[Leon]

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Ok. Not that $1 is a huge deal or anything but I just don't want to Sony going the way of M$ with all of their way over proced themes and gamer pics.

I doubt gamer pics would be a problem. We don't even get any new ones!

As for the themes, there's always the community to fall back on. Lots of very-well made user-created PS3 themes out there.

[Eton Rifles]

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it does seem a bit strange that Sony now comes out with premium themes after they already released the tools to make them yourself. but hey choice is a good thing, right?

[rspencer86]

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it does seem a bit strange that Sony now comes out with premium themes after they already released the tools to make them yourself. but hey choice is a good thing, right?

Yeah, I guess they figure if there are some people out there willing to pay for themes, why not make an extra few bucks?

I've been wanting to try my hand at creating some themes, but last time I checked, the program required to do so is PC-only. C'mon, Sony, show some love for your Mac/Linux friends!

[Altimus]

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I actually bought the BioShock theme for .99. I figured why not.

From what I remember it is less than what 360 themes costs. Not bad, multiple high resolution pictures and custom sounds. All in all it's like the 360 themes except for the sound and icons.

[aukevin]

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I bought the Auburn one just for fun. It's ok. It's no better quality than the free ones you can get on the PSN.

[fishepa]

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I bought the Auburn one just for fun. It's ok. It's no better quality than the free ones you can get on the PSN.

Auburn?

*goes off to check it out*

[23]

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I just got promted for 2.50 whats up with this?

[RoyalBoyle78]

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I just got promted for 2.50 whats up with this?

me too, downloading right now.


PS3 (v2.50) update

Now on to the PS3 v2.50 update. The latest features/enhancements include:

* Support for the PS3 Official Bluetooth Headset - we’ve told you about the upcoming Bluetooth Headset and SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation Bundle on the Blog. This latest firmware installment enables High-Quality (HQ) mode, which delivers clear and wide-band online voice chat. On top of that, an added on-screen indicator shows battery status, volume level and use of HQ mode.
* PlayStation Trophies interface enhancements - I know that many of you are busy collecting trophies and raising your PlayStation Trophy level. This update makes sharing and comparing your trophies with your friends even easier. On 1st part of the profile page you’ll see a symbol under level that represents level and the actual percentage towards the next level along with the existing level meter. The level symbol carries over to the trophy comparison screen where you will now be able to see your level, your friend’s level and the percentage towards the next level for both users along with all of the game by game comparison information you see today.
* Friend status – Offline friends on your Friends list will have information below their avatars that will indicate how long it has been since they were last online.
* Video – This update adds the Scene Search feature similar to the feature on the PSP. Activating this feature while viewing a video on the PS3 will break the video up into scenes that you can quickly access by pressing the X button. You can break the videos into one, two or five minute intervals. In addition, you can now choose to have all of the videos under the video section of the XMB play in sequence. Go to Settings then Video Settings to turn this option on.
* PlayStation Store – We’ve added a redeem codes option right on the store to make it easier to redeem your PlayStation Network Cards and promotion codes. In addition, PlayStation Network Sign Up and Account Management have been redesigned.
* Power Save Settings – You can now set your PS3 and wireless controllers to turn off automatically after set periods of inactivity. Go to Settings then Power Save Settings to turn on these features.
* Background Downloading - You now have the option to set the PS3 to turn off automatically after a background download or installation of content has completed. This option is available when you turn off the system from the button under [Users] while content is being downloaded or installed.
* In-game Screenshots - this tool will allow everyone to capture, share and in other words, immortalize their favorite gameplay moments. This will be supported on a game by game basis. Please check back to find out which games will support this feature.
* In addition to all of the features above there are some additional features and enhancements included in 2.50. Once the update launches, you can read all of the details here.

The support for the Bluetooth Headset will be of particular interest to all of you SOCOM fans. With the “Proximity Chat” feature, SOCOM: Confrontation gameplay is intensified as it allows you to experience high-quality voice playback in full surround sound. Whether the action is near or far, Proximity Chat clearly matches distance to sound effects and voiceovers within the game, putting you in the heart of the action.

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/10/13/firmware-updates-ps3-v250-psp-v500/

[Blzer]

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Is the PlayStation Store down for anyone else?

[ravens52bears54]

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I got to try out the power save feature last night and it was awesome.

[countryboy]

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the store just came back up a few minutes ago blzer. It looks as though it may be a while longer before the store is actually updated.

[Moses Shuttlesworth]

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the store just came back up a few minutes ago blzer. It looks as though it may be a while longer before the store is actually updated.

[Blzer]

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Seems to be working now. Downloading Warhawk.

[ExtremeGamer]

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Saw the new update now has themes that are $1.99. What is Sony doing? They are now .50 cents more than XBL themes. Weren't these free?

[23]

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Free themes will still be available. They just unveiled "Premium Themes" which you have to pay for and supposedly, they're better than the free themes.

check it Ex