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Sony pulls PS3 firmware update 2.4 News
PlayStation 3 News by Robert Purchese
Sony has decided to recall PS3 firmware update version 2.4 after it broke a "limited number" of consoles.
The platform holder said console owners' concerns are top priority and the patch - which introduces the trophy system and an in-game XMB - will not be re-released until it has been fixed properly.
"As has been reported on many gaming blogs and websites, we have temporarily taken Firmware v2.40 offline," said Sony on the official US PlayStation blog.
"We've received a limited number of calls from consumers experiencing an issue with installing the system software update on their PS3. While our consumer services department has seen a low volume of calls on this topic, we are committed to providing the PS3 community with XMB access features delivered in the v2.40 update.
"We are working diligently to isolate the problem for those few consumers and to identify a solution before we put the firmware back up," the statement concluded.
Eurogamer readers have been airing worries over the firmware fiasco in the forum. Reports suggestion the problem revolves around a hard drive corruption that stops the PS3 finishing its boot-up sequence.
How many of you have had this problem, Eurogamer readers?
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Kill_Crazy
03/07/08 @ 07:39
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You could of said that formatting the hdd works. A pain and unwanted but a workaround for those who are screwed.
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So if this firmware is fixed will people who already have v2.40 and have PS3s that appear to working fine be able to download this "improved" version? I presume the revised one would have to be v2.41 otherwise our PS3s would report that we already have the latest version.
It's very odd though that it's not the firmware that is actually faulty but somehow the HDD gets corrupted during the install such that some people cannot access their PS3s. How come it worked for some people and not others? Is it related to the size of the HDD? I have a 320 GB HDD installed in mine with some 176 GB free. Edit: spelling
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light&shadow
03/07/08 @ 07:47
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Downloaded 2.4 yesterday evening and got a few trophies in SSDHD. Launch model ps3 working like a charm.
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the_dudefather
03/07/08 @ 07:57
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@Beano
in case of emergency, break open the 'RROD' comeback box ;) |
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rhubarbandcustard
03/07/08 @ 08:01
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I call Bull on this story.
Sony have an exemplary record with firmware updates. My PS3 updated without a hitch, as I expected did every one else's. Expect the firmware available to download again anytime soon, once Sony realise it is just malicious internet muck spreading. |
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rufus_the_stunt_bum
03/07/08 @ 08:04
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Patch installed fine, though had a couple of system freezes, one loading a game and another quiting.
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the_dudefather
03/07/08 @ 08:04
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@Beano
agreed, neither console is a saint (and the wii) but any excuse to say PS3SUX HOW ABOUT THAT CELL P0WER FANBOIS LOLOLOLOL |
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alimokrane
03/07/08 @ 08:07
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These things are normal and happen all the time. same issues arise with xbox updates too.
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farticusmaximus
03/07/08 @ 08:09
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This isnt the first time a firmware update has bricked a few consoles (from various manufacturers), and it won't be the last.
@Beano When you start spouting childish names like XBOT then expect to have some backlash. "I call Bull on this story." Grow up. |
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designerheadache
03/07/08 @ 08:10
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works ok for me, although i have to say, it has encourage me to backup my game saves before every update
.. just... in... case. |
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The problem with Sony is that they are releasing firmware on a ridiculously regular basis in order to try to keep up with the joneses (or in this case Gateses). The more firmwares released, the higher the probability that one of them will be lethal to the console.
I didn't update yesterday as I always wait a few days before doing so to see if the new firmware will finally be the one that goes nova edit:can't spell :)
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spookyzombie
03/07/08 @ 08:14
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What an utter cock up.
When the new firmware arrives I really hope they include some trophies for exsisting titles. |
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GamesConnoisseur
03/07/08 @ 08:18
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Mmm? I dont see any Xbots coming in and screaming abuses, only the certain PS3 fans attempting to hetting the crowds up so would likely fall on anyone daring to criticise Sony!
Its no joke to have bricked console, I have had RROD once on my X360 its aint funny and it is no funnier when it happened to the other console. I was quite wrong when I posted yesterday in separate thread that the reports of bricking must be very very rare and everyone should still go ahead and download the firmware. I would not want to be held responsible by anyone. From the posts I see, certainly quite few occurrences of the problem, quite enough for Sony to pull it and whilst they should have tested the firmware more throughly, still the hiccups will always happen, and applauding them for acting quickly on reports of problems. Will expect to see updates on this problem from Sony and EG.
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Always makes me nervous when installing an update like this. At least if my 360 gets bricked I know I have another year or so left on my free three years replacement. My new PS3 is not covered by anything like that :( It's always nervewracking, that said mine seems to be working fine at the momnt, so i guess I'm one of the lucky ones?
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CannonAnBall
03/07/08 @ 08:40
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Everything works fine. I did however have to try 3 times for SSHD to start downloading/install.
My only gripe is that I wish things were a little quicker.
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Madafunkola
03/07/08 @ 08:41
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On the subject of borked updates, I put PES 06 (X360) in the other day for a bit of a kick around with my buddy, it downloaded an update and now it won't load at all. Anyone else had this?
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@AJUK
Unless the update causes a RRoD no you aren't covered for 3 years. I think the lack of gloating from the more intelligent 360 fans is probably related to the fact that the last two fall updates for the 360 have had similar issues. As Farticus said, it's not the first and won't be the last issue like this. |
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GamesConnoisseur
03/07/08 @ 08:51
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Fair comment, should have simply said see no Xbots.....yet!
Fanboyism is tiring where ever they come from, so if by end of today there is no Xbot rabid spewings and also vice versa in this single thread, that would be certainly a big day in my book! |
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@ rhubarbandcustard
Nice to see the kneejerk reaction of a true fanboy there. Did you actually read the article? Did you read the link to the OFFICIAL US Playstation blog? I'm guessing no. They have received actual calls to their helpline, so is not just constrained to the Internet. This is a genuine problem on a limited scale and Sony are doing the right thing in pulling the update until they get it sorted so that no other users get affected. I think you owe Rob and Eurogamer an apology for accusing them of lying. If you don't, it just proves how utterly unreasonable and blinded by faith you and your ilk are. |
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makeamazing
03/07/08 @ 09:09
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@ rhubarbandcustard dont talk such rubbish.
Its not muck spreading, I am a PS3 owner and pro sony... but having a 3 month old machine die because of a firmware update is pretty upsetting. Of course it will be a big issue to anyone its happened to, even if its only a small number. The machine isnt cheap. But to be honest i feel most sorry for anyone whos machine is out of warrenty, I hope they get replacement machines. I was lucky I was able to take it back to the shop and get a new replacement machine, but Sony were offering me a reconditioned replacement machine...so i was fortunate i contacted the place i purchased it from. The only downside is that there doesnt seem to be much stock of PS3's anywhere in the area i live. |
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Eighthours
03/07/08 @ 09:09
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@GamesConnoisseur - They are all at Skool.
Given that in your previous post you couldn't use the correct form of "they're", I presume you're playing truant. |
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