Sony’s on a roll, bringing firmware updates to not just one, but two of its legacy systems. Released today was OFW 4.85 for the PlayStation 3, which “improves system performance”. If you’re looking to get a PS3 and are afraid of this being an unhackable firmware, worry not, as scene dev Joonie has already released an exploit for 4.85. However, there is no reason to currently update to that firmware at this time, as not all of the standard hacked PS3 tools are available on the new HFW 4.85.1 just yet.

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[Xandrid]

First the Vita, now the PS3? What's next the PS1?

 

[MasterJ360]

Just waiting for " How can I downgrade OFW 4.85?" threads to pop

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

And the ps5 is on the way, still gonna get Updates from a 15 year old console. Is wii suddenly gonna get updates too? How bout xbox 360?

 

[Marco_Buns]

I hope this isn't the same shit that Nintendo is doing with the 3DS and WiiU where they're putting time bomb that takes away the credit card option in Europe because of the new bill.

 

[atoxique]

an update that doesn't even patch anything.....? lol why

"
1. no changes in Kernel
2. no changes in VSH
3. no changes in isolated loaders
4. Stability improved
"

(Update) PS3 HFW (Hybrid Firmware) 4.84.2 - PS3Xploit HAN & Flash Tools Restored for 4.84 OFW users

 

[MrCokeacola]

Thank you Snoy.

 

[Voyambar]

There is a motive but what is it

 

[DKB]

There is a motive but what is it

Pure irritation.

 

[player594]

And the ps5 is on the way, still gonna get Updates from a 15 year old console. Is wii suddenly gonna get updates too? How bout xbox 360?

The 360 actually did have an update recently. It was useless too.

 

[raxadian]

Definitely not get it unless you want to make your PS3 unhackable.

 

[Flame]

First the Vita, now the PS3? What's next the PS1?

well to be fair. if the PS1 Classic did get a update which improves stuff wouldn't it be so bad?


one can dream.

 

[Voyambar]

well to be fair. if the PS1 Classic did get a update which improves stuff wouldn't it be so bad?


one can dream.

All of these updates are inter-connected with a recent EU decision. I see it all.

 

[Xandrid]

well to be fair. if the PS1 Classic did get a update which improves stuff wouldn't it be so bad?


one can dream.

I mean it wouldn't be bad, but just why? lol

 

[Dr.Hacknik]

Everyone seems to be wondering what it changed.


I'll tell you. It literally changed the version number.... That's it. No seriously, Sony is just pulling a fast one.... They love to see people scramble

 

[chrisrlink]

can someone explain the EU's decision to remove CC'S (even if it doesn't affect me directly cause i live across the pond from you guys) like does it only affect past gen consoles?

 

[BraveDragonWolf]

"Improves System Performance"....Yeah I heard that before...

 

[YOUCANTSTOPME]

Nice to see it still getting some love, even if its just under the hood changes.

 

[Deleted User]

When is the Nintendo Wii or the DSi getting an update? Nintendo show no love for their old creations

 

[jesus96]

And the ps5 is on the way, still gonna get Updates from a 15 year old console. Is wii suddenly gonna get updates too? How bout xbox 360?

the xbox 360 got an update this year