Firmware 1.31 details, just for kicks
The funny thing is, I've already written this post once. It vanished into the black hole of the internet. Needless to say, I'm incredibly annoyed at that. Incredibly. It's understandable, though. We just got a new system up and running here at the HQ, and it's not perfect yet. I guess. Whatever. Anyway, here's what's new from that 1.31 firmware update in case you were wondering! This is straight from Sony, link included.
From the "Settings":
- You can now register the BD remote control in [Register Bluetooth® Device] under [Accessory Settings].
- [BD/DVD Video Output Format (HDMI)] has been added as an option under [BD/DVD Settings].
- [Backup Utility] has been added as a feature under [System Settings].
- You can now select the hard disk format method in [Format Utility] and [Restore PS3™ System] under [System Settings].
- The method of selecting output resolution has been changed in [Video Output Settings] under [Display Settings].
From "Games" and other miscellaneous stuff:
- New for 1.31: You can now play PlayStation®2 format software titles that must be installed on the hard disk (this is namely Final Fantasy XI, but weren't there other HDD titles?)
- The compatibility of USB devices with PlayStation®2 format software titles has changed. For details on USB devices that can be used with system software version 1.30, select here.
- New for 1.31: Playability status with the PS3™ system has changed for some PlayStation® and PlayStation®2 format titles. To check on the latest status, visit the search site for compatible titles.
Good stuff, right? Seems there are pretty frequent updates coming in for the PS3 and that's good news. But since everyone loves bad news, here's a little. Phantasy Star Universe is killing my PS2. I think. The disc won't load, but it's pristine! Every other disc, including the old blue-bottomed ones, load great. Does anyone have any idea why my PS2 is discriminating? I'd really appreciate the help!