This section is a brief overview of the custom firmware background information I wrote about in my last PS3 custom firmware post. Custom firmware allows the PS3 to run homebrew software. What is custom firmware, what is it used for, and what are the installation requirements

This post goes into more detail on the same custom firmware installation process with a CECH-2001A PS3 slim console.

We’re hoping to do just that when Sony launches its new PlayStation Plus service, giving subscribers access to over 400 games on demand.In March I wrote a post about installing custom firmware onto a CECHA01 PS3 fat, and a CECH-2101A PS3 slim. Use your PC or mobile browser to use account management features with improved performance, speed, and safety.īy now, it’s likely that many of you have retired you PS3 consoles – is it too soon to label it as retro? Still, it gave us some truly great games definitely worth revisiting. Signing in to PlayStation Network now requires a device setup password for enhanced account protection.Īccount creation for PlayStation Network and some account management features are no longer available on the console. In a previous update it added a new level of security for PS3 sign-ins, requiring users to authorise via another linked device. The new restrictions are designed to improve account security as Sony moves away from legacy systems. If you want to continue using PlayStation Network features such as browsing the store or playing games online then you’ll need to install it.

PS3 system update 4.89 is now available to download, whether playing on new “Super Slim” hardware or an OG phat model.

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