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New Firmware Update

June 18, 2008 - If you've happened to hop on to your PS3 recently, you may have noticed that the next firmware update, version 2.36, is now available for download. To clarify, this update is not the recently announced update that will introduce trophies and in-game XMB support, but rather a simpler update to improve certain games' stability. At the time this article was written, no specific date has been assigned to the upcoming version 2.40 which will deliver the aforementioned new features.

Sony releases 2.41 PS3 update

After pulling the 2.40 update shortly after its release on July 2nd, Sony has released firmware update 2.41. PS3 users can download the update from the network update section of the XMB.

PS3 2.4 update to bring trophies, in-game XMB, more on July 2nd

Sony has updated their Playstation blog with a boatload of info on the next system update for the Playstation 3, version 2.4. The update will bring several new features we've already mentioned such as trophies and the ability to play music in-game, but that's not all: the new update will also support XMB access inside games. Like the PSP, the 2.4 update will also include Google support via XMB. Sony has posted a video walkthrough highlighting the new XMB, as well as a 2nd video dedicated to the trophy system.

Apple posts 1.1.2 update for iPod nano

Apple has released a new firmware update for third-generation (video) iPod nanos, bringing the software up to v1.1.2, as on the iPod classic. The update is available only through iTunes, and is not described on Apple's support pages; accompanying release information, however, indicates that it is a minor update, addressing miscellaneous "bug fixes." Installing the update simply requires synching a Nano with an Internet-connected computer.

Wii Update 3.3 Defeats Twilight Hack, Freeloader

Richter X writes "The newest update to the Nintendo Wii's Menu, version 3.3, contains code specifically designed to find and kill the popular Twilight Hack used by homebrewers to play unauthorized code on the Wii. The update also prevents the Freeloader software used to play imported games on the Wii. However, it does not seem to affect the Homebrew Channel in Wiis that already have it installed. The updated code is currently being researched in order to find what code has been changed. So far it has been confirmed that Nintendo included specific instructions to target the Twilight Hack. Work is also being done to update the Twilight Hack in order to bypass this new code."

No Xbox 360 spring update this year?

No Xbox 360 spring update this year? A week ago we reported about a list of features leaked to Kotaku that were supposedly part of an Xbox 360 Spring Dashboard Update. It turns out, however, that the leaked feature list is a fake as Microsoft just confirmed there’ll be no spring update for the console’s system software this year – or at least not in the form of any significant change to the dashboard. Though news will certainly come as a major disappointment to many Xbox 360 owners, Microsoft still has some modifications and general housekeeping planned for its console.

Palm Treo 755p for Verizon gets update

Palm has posted a ROM update on its web site for the Verizon Palm Treo 755p. Precise details of what the update fixes aren't listed but Palm says "this software update is a tune-up that improves the phone application, stability and device usability."

Sony Pulls PS3 Update After Users Report Problems

PlayStation 3 owners had been looking forward to the features offered with a downloadable update for the game system's operating system due this week. But looks like some of the software bugs might not have been squashed before the update, called version 2.40, went online yesterday. Sony has taken the update down following some reports that the software is causing problems for some users.

Big problems for PS3 update 2.40

Here’s the theory: Sony creates a firmware update designed to enhance the PS3’s functionality and, more to the point, your gaming pleasure. The process of doing so should, in theory again, involve thoroughly testing the update in order to wheedle out every last nasty bug so that the update is 100% stable when it’s finally released. So that’s the theory. Can you see where we’re going with this yet...?

Sony Pulls Latest Firmware Update For PS3 Following Complaints From Users

Earlier in the week Sony released the much awaited v2.40 firmware update for the PlayStation 3. While some gamers have installed the update and are living happily ever after, others got into a spot of bother when trying to install it. Sony has since pulled the update from its servers.

PlayStation 3 System Software Update Enhance Community Features

Sony Computer Ent. America announced details of PlayStation 3 system software update 2.40, designed to enhance the way PS3 users play and interact with one another. Through regular firmware updates, SCEA has the ability to continually deliver new features to PS3 system that address the needs of its users. Now with the 2.40 update, PS3's community and in-game experience will be upgraded with new offerings that gamers have asked for. The update will deliver XMB (XrossMediaBar) access in-game, enabling PS3 users to connect and communicate with other gamers and utilize other XMB features seamlessly while playing most games.

Sony Fixes, Rereleases PS3 Update Patch

PlayStation 3 owners who had to suffer through the long weekend without the perks of the recently released and then pulled 2.40 update can officially end their gnashing of teeth. The major update has been rereleased with added numerical value as firmware update version 2.41.

Firmware update for the Olympus E-3 Digital SLR

Olympus announces a firmware update for the Olympus E-3 Digital SLR. This firmware update will optimize the consistency of the auto white balance on the E-3.

PS3 Update 2.4 Coming to North America July 2nd

We reported nearly two weeks ago that Sony Computer Entertainment America revealed that a PS3 firmware update would implement long-awaited features, such as in-game XMB access and an awards system. Yesterday, SCEA uploaded the first of two informational videos on PlayStation.Blog regarding the changes. Earlier today, it unveiled the second video and the release date for firmware version 2.4. The update releases this Wednesday, July 2.

Adobe DNG Update

Adobe has released an update to the Adobe Digital Negative specification (DNG), a publicly available archival format for the raw files generated by digital cameras. This update provides new and expanded specifications that provide the digital imaging industry with increased flexibility and improved workflow for their raw images. A DNG Codec for Windows Vista has also been released on Adobe Labs, allowing photographers utilizing the Windows Vista platform to work with raw files in a more seamless manner.

Apple update extends RAW for iPhoto, Aperture 2

Apple on Wednesday continued its slew of updates with the release of its Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 2.1, which extends RAW file compatibility for Aperture 2 and iPhoto ’08 for the following cameras: Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/Kiss Digital x2/450D, Epson R-D1, Leaf AFi 7, Leaf AFi 6, Leaf AFi 5, Pentax K200D, and Pentax K20D. Apple also released critical security updates for Mac OS X Tiger and a massive Mac OS X 10.5.3 Leopard update that addressed dozens of security bugs.

Software Update Shuts Down Nuclear Power Plant

Garabito writes "Hatch Nuclear Power Plant near Baxley, Georgia was forced into a 48-hour emergency shutdown when a computer on the plant's business network was rebooted after an engineer installed a software update. The Washington Post reports, 'The computer in question was used to monitor chemical and diagnostic data from one of the facility's primary control systems, and the software update was designed to synchronize data on both systems. According to a report filed with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, when the updated computer rebooted, it reset the data on the control system, causing safety systems to errantly interpret the lack of data as a drop in water reservoirs that cool the plant's radioactive nuclear fuel rods. As a result, automated safety systems at the plant triggered a shutdown.

Sony Pulls Update Following PS3 Firmware Fiasco

The PlayStation 3 firmware 2.40 update that Sony rolled out earlier this week included features like new XrossMediaBar functions, a new Trophies system and, in a few cases, complete system meltdown. Hours after Sony made the firmware available, users started complaining about a range of problems, and Sony has pulled the update in order to investigate.

PS3 update pulled

Remember last week's PlayStation 3 firmware update that added such features as "trophies" and the in-game XMB? Turns out the patch bricked a slew of consoles, prompting Sony to yank the update; a fix is due before the week is out.

Criterion dates Burnout Cagney update

The impressive sounding Cagney update planned for Criterion's Burnout Paradise is now only around a month away from release, with the developer today announcing the update will be available from 9am UK time on July 10, 2008.

Bug delays Photoshop Express update

Adobe has postponed a promised update to its Photoshop Express online image-editing product, citing the discovery of a bug just before launching the update.

Panasonic Releases Firmware Update for Lumix DMC-TZ4 / TZ5 Digital Cameras

June 24, 2008 -- Panasonic today released a firmware update (version 1.2) for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ4 and TZ5 series digital cameras. This firmware update, which can be downloaded here , improves auto focus performance. Both PC and Mac downloads are available today.

"A Prophet Returns" Everquest II Game Update

EverQuest® II game update #45, titled "A Prophet Returns," brings a Prophet from The Plane of Power to Norrath to help confront a ravaging plague in a new, story-based live event. In addition to the return of the Prophet, the game update will bring tradeskill revamps and multiple ways for players to obtain achievement experience from quests far beneath their level.

Bug delays Photoshop Express update

Adobe late Wednesday postponed a promised update to its Photoshop Express online image-editing product, citing the discovery of a bug just before launching the update.

Apple Posts Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 2.1

Apple posted Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 2.1 on Wednesday. The update extends RAW file compatibility to several Canon, Epson, Leaf and Pentax cameras.

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