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Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all questio... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:19:55   
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Will voice-messaging/private chat be featured in 2.40 as well? If not, can we expect to see this feature added in the future?
We are evaluating the opportunity to offer voice chat, but for this update, we wanted to focus on text messaging as the key priority for communications that our users have asked for.
Can you use the web browser in game?
No, you must exit the game before browsing the internet.
Will In-Game XMB come up during playback of PS2 games, Blu-Ray discs, and DVDs?
The XMB is an exclusive feature for PS3 game titles. Accessing the XMB during gameplay was the top request from our users, which we focused on for this update. However, we continually engage PS3 owners for feedback and will evaluate the opportunity to offer XMB access during movie playback in the future.
Can we go to the display settings and change anything there in-game (resolution, input, etc)?
No, you must exit the game before changing these settings.
Will it be possible to change in-game the sound output?
Yes, sound output changes are supported.

Will we be able to access the PLAYSTATION Store while in-game?

No, but you can view your downloads in progress.
Will we be able to stream music (either via media server or USB drive) for custom soundtracks or is it relegated to music stored on the HDD?
Currently only music stored on the HDD is accessible in games that support this feature. We’d also like to reiterate that Firmware v2.40 merely enables custom soundtracks. It’s up to developers to include this feature in upcoming games (or to patch existing ones).
Does 2.4 enable cross game invites? Will it down the line?
No, cross-game invites are not available in this system software update. We are evaluating opportunities to expand on the new features delivered in 2.40.
Will trophies be mandatory for all games release here on out?
We are working with developers to ensure that Trophies are supported across the board in the future.
Where is each player’s trophy stat info held? I am going to upgrade my hard drive and I don’t know if the trophies will still be on my account if I earn some and then get a new hard drive.
Trophies will be attached to users’ PSN ID. Trophy data needs to be synchronized to the online account on PSN to be transferred to the new PS3 system.
Will the patch automatically allocate unlocked trophies according to your saved files or would you have to do it again?
No, Trophies aren’t retroactive.
Can we view PSN profiles/Trophies from a PC using a Web browser? Will there be an API for web developers to access the PSN data, so online profiles can be created?
We’re evaluating these opportunities to expand where Trophies can be experienced.
Can you only compare trophies with friends that are online?
As long as a friend has a PSN account, you can compare trophies with them regardless of their online status.
Is there a limit to how many trophies the devs can put set by Sony?
There’s not a limit on number of trophies, but there’s a value assigned to each trophy. Developers must balance out the trophies that are available to stay within an overall value based on whether the game is considered large-scope or small-scope. Essentially, a user that has unlocked every trophy in one game would have the same level as a user that unlocked every trophy in another title, all titles (depending on scope) have the same overall impact on a users’ level.
Will new games have a cool little icon on the back saying “trophy compatible?”
We’re currently working on how Trophy support will be messaged to the consumer on our software packaging.
When you get a trophy, does it make a noise?
Yes
What is Eric’s favorite cheese?
Mozzarella
Once again, we will continue to evaluate opportunities to enhance the PLAYSTATION 3’s system software throughout the console’s life cycle. Consumer feedback has contributed greatly to the contents of Firmware v2.40, and continues to be appreciated. Don’t forget, this Firmware will be available for download on July 2nd.


http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/06/30/firmware-v240-faq/


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RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:21:16   
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yeah i saw this.... i just wish sony would quit tlaking about its damn much and release it

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:22:10   
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    quote:

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    yeah i saw this.... i just wish sony would quit tlaking about its damn much and release it

    Ya I know what you mean. July 2nd seems so far away.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:23:45   
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    especially since i've  been hearing about in game XMB since launch.... whether it matters to me is irrelevant but in the words of GOB

    C'MON

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:27:31   
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    uurgh. We still have to wait for games to patch up for the custom music. I want to be able play my lazytown theme while in a game...

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:32:23   
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    Anybody know what they means by trophies aren't retroactive?

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:32:57   
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    you wont get them for things you've already done.... like they dont backdate

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:45:06   
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    Crap trophies aren't retroactive, thats BS.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:46:30   
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    quote:

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    you wont get them for things you've already done.... like they dont backdate

    Wow...that sucks.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 22:59:54   
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    quote:

    ORIGINAL: Le-mo

    quote:

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    you wont get them for things you've already done.... like they dont backdate

    Wow...that sucks.


    Yes and no, considering how easy it is to transfer saves from each other and sites like Gamefaqs people would be inclined to download saves to games they never even played just for leveling up. The system would be broken and worthless then and probably not even worth partaking in. Yeah you have to replay games for trophies now, but hell at least you have some replay value if you choose to do so.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 23:00:30   
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    Yes and no, considering how easy it is to transfer saves from each other and sites like Gamefaqs people would be inclined to download saves to games they never even played just for leveling up. The system would be broken and worthless then and probably not even worth partaking in. Yeah you have to replay games for trophies now, but hell at least you have some replay value if you choose to do so.


    good point!

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jun.-30th-2008 23:00:52   
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    quote:

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    you wont get them for things you've already done.... like they dont backdate

    Wow...that sucks.


    Yes and no, considering how easy it is to transfer saves from each other and sites like Gamefaqs people would be inclined to download saves to games they never even played just for leveling up. The system would be broken and worthless then and probably not even worth partaking in. Yeah you have to replay games for trophies now, but hell at least you have some replay value if you choose to do so.

    Imagine having to kill all 300 pigeons in GTA IV again...

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:34:36   
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    its going to be christmas in July!

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:38:37   
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    I thought there was gonna be more stuff in this update...but i guess xmb is ok for now.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:39:37   
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    I thought there was gonna be more stuff in this update...but i guess xmb is ok for now.

    In-game XMB and Trophy make this the best update ever.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:39:59   
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    I thought there was gonna be more stuff in this update...but i guess xmb is ok for now.


    you were expecting a reach around or what?


    edit: at Le Mo, for me the best update ever was when they started upconverting dvds to 1080 from 480p

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:47:17   
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    quote:

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    I thought there was gonna be more stuff in this update...but i guess xmb is ok for now.


    you were expecting a reach around or what?


    In game chat. Cross game invites. I honestly thought they where gonna do XBL...and more, with this update.

    I over hyped myself...im an idiot.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 0:50:04   
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    quote:

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    ORIGINAL: Breakfast

    I thought there was gonna be more stuff in this update...but i guess xmb is ok for now.


    you were expecting a reach around or what?


    In game chat. Cross game invites. I honestly thought they where gonna do XBL...and more, with this update.

    I over hyped myself...im an idiot.


    dude, this is sony.... everything in due time, thats their motto....i'd be surprised if in game chat made it out this year, yet alone this gen for them...

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 1:47:10   
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    The only game I own right now that I'll bother redoing parts for trophies is MGS4. But since I have all the emblems now, I'll probably just go for the Gold trophies.

    However, if getting to the emblem screen unlocks the trophies, that's good enough for me.


    If I need to start a new save game, and get rid of my old one to do this, hell no, forget it. I'll start with trophies on newer games then.

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    RE: Official Firmware 2.4 FAQ released by Sony, all que... - Jul.-1th-2008 7:22:58   
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    They have make a minor change to the FAQ

    When you get a trophy, does it make a noise?

    Currently, no. How quickly things can change - there *will* be a sound effect when you unlock a Trophy.

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