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The firmware update, version 3.60, also introduces the ability for users to configure the timeout settings for when controllers switch themselves off during inactivity. But perhaps the most notable change, at least for those following the PS3 hacking saga, is that the latest update completely secures the console against those gaining unofficial access.
Sony makes no actual mention of this in its release notes, but the creator of the PS3 jailbreak 'PSFreedom' reckons the latest update has rectified Sony's previous "epic fails" with an "epic save". According to Youness Alaoui (KaKaRoToKS), Sony has found a way to secure the system without the need of the METLDR root key, which was posted online by fellow hacker Geohot. He added that the console may still be susceptible to hacks, but anyone attempting to do so will have to start from square one. He also assured its Twitter followers that he had no interest in re-hacking the PS3 himself.
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i updated my ps3 2 days ago now nothing works i just want to throw it away i gave away my xbox to buy that system now im just regretting it can anyone help me to get my play station back on line or at least to play movies or does anyone know if sony has a remote access feature where they can fix my ps3 on line
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I agree, this is complete BS !!
I'm not interested in hacking a box just for the sake of saying Ha! I can hack you box. So what what, you can hack a box, big deal. All this nonsense is doing nothing but distracting Sony from providing core functionality that people want / need, like the ability to do an upgrade without bricking the system.
I paid for a game console, I expect it to work. Being forced to do FW upgrades that render the system unusable is grounds for a class action law suit.
Get ready Sony, you may have won the battle against Geo and other would be hackers, but that's all it was, a small battle in a Very Big War, that you yourself have started, but we, the General Public will finish for you.
Get your checkbook ready.
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