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Sony releases big PSP v6.10 firmware update

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  If you’re one of the buyers of PSPgo that went on sale today, don’t forget to update the handheld with the new v6.10 update. The update ensures full compatibility with PSP games as well as MediaGo. Oh yes, PSP owners (with UMD) can also go ahead with the update. The update will add Sony’s […]

Nintendo releases Wii System Update v4.2

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  Nintendo has released a new firmware update for its Wii gaming console. The v4.2 does not bring new features but is said to improve system performance and iron out bugs. The bugs unfortunately for homebrewers, also includes homebrew so you better stay away from it, if you don’t want to close the doors to […]

Sony bumps PSP firmware to v6.00

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  There’s not much to tell right now but if you like keeping your PSP firmware up to date, Sony has released v6.00 firmware. With such version number you’d expect a major update but surprisingly, it’s a minor one. Amongst the improvements few colors have been added under Theme settings for some more XMB customization, […]

PS3 firmware v3.0 is live

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  Fat PS3 owners can snag the latest firmware release from the System Update menu. As previewed at the Gamescom couple of weeks back, the PS3 v3.0 firmware packs some new additions like replacing the Info Board with ‘What’s New’ section, revamped XMB, dynamic avatars, PS Store shortcuts under each menu (Games, Videos etc.) so […]

Sony details PS3 firmware v3.0

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  The PS3 firmware v3.0 might not be as fancy as the rumored one but the new improvements do enhance user’s PS3 experience. Amongst the changes, the XMB has been given some cosmetic changes, PlayStation Store shortcuts have been added under Games and Videos categories, dynamic themes, avatars, revamped Friends list and What’s New section […]

Nokia N97 firmware updated to v12.0.024

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  Nokia has let loose a new firmware update for its flagship phone, N97. Though the exact changes are unknown for now, the v12.0.024 is expected to bring some improvement in performance and new features. Since it’s a big update (around 150MB), the update is not available over the air but only via NSU.

Intel releases new firmware for 34nm SSDs

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  Intel has issued a firmware update that tries to fix the data corruption problem found in the 34nm SSDs. The issue fixed was not a big one unless a user used BIOS password protection. With the out-of-factory firmware equipped SSDs, the drives would become inaccessible in case when the user changes or disables the […]

Nokia releases N86 firmware v11.043

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  N86 users can quickly go to their phone’s Software Update or run NSU on PC to receive the latest firmware update. The v11.043 major change is the expulsion of Download! and is replaced by Nokia Ovi Store. Other updates include better landscape orientation in Nokia Maps, improved imaging in video mode and enhancements in […]

Apple releases iPhone OS 3.0.1, fixes SMS exploit

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  As confirmed by O2 UK yesterday, Apple has pushed an update to its iPhone OS 3.0. The new v3.0.1 update fixes the SMS vulnerability that allowed the hacker to gain full control of victim’s iPhone. As for users using jailbreak and unlocking solutions, the iPhone Dev team has given the nod that it’s safe […]