May 31, 2007
PSP
Firmware Adds Remote Play; New Content Coming to PLAYSTATION Store
Sony Computer Entertainment America today
released the newest firmware update for the PSP, version 3.50, adding Remote
Play connectivity with the PLAYSTATION 3 via wireless Internet and an RSS
Channel Guide.
In other news, new content will be available on
the PLAYSTATION Store today, including the arcade classic, Championship Sprint,
which is downloadable in its entirety, as well as videos and trailers for MLB 07
The Show and Ridge Racer 7.
PSP Firmware 3.50
PSP Firmware 3.50 is now available for download
and includes the following updates:
Remote Play – As announced last week, the Remote
Play feature for using a PSP system to access photos, videos, and music on a PS3
system’s hard drive has been enhanced, enabling consumers to connect their PSP
system from outside of their own home via any accessible Wi-Fi Internet
connection. With today’s PSP firmware update, that functionality is now live.
Users must also update their PS3 firmware to the current version, 1.80.
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) Channel Guide –
An index of RSS audio and video feeds, or podcasts, is now accessible from the
XrossMediaBar (XMB), under the RSS Channel icon, providing PSP owners with
another destination to find and play back RSS content.
PLAYSTATION Store Additions
Below are the details of the exciting new
offerings:
- Championship Sprint Game ($4.99): Put your
pedal to the metal and race to the finish line in this nostalgic racing game.
Choose from a multitude of different tracks and be the first to make it to the
finish line while avoiding oil slicks, water spots and more! - Ridge Racer 7 Add-on Content (prices vary):
Download new special events, decals and beats as you experience drift racing
in all of its 1080p* glory in this legendary racing series. - MLB 07 The Show (PS3) Tutorial Videos (free):
Check out some of the gameplay features that make MLB 07 The Show for PS3 a
home run, including Road To The Show, the new Pitching System, and Umpire
Personalities. - Movie Trailers (free): Download the latest
theatrical trailers for Hot Rod and Ratatouille.
PSP system firmware updates can be wirelessly
downloaded directly to a PSP system using a Wi-Fi connection; downloaded to a PC
from
http://www.us.playstation.com/psp and transferred to a PSP system through a
USB cable; or installed using upcoming UMD software.