Well, today is the big day, with what may be the biggest system software update to date being released for the PS3 gaming/entertainment console. The new update brings several great new features to the console, including:
- BD Profile 1.1 Support (allowing dual-stream PIP content on upcoming titles
- Divx and Wmv (VC-1) video file playback, both locally and streamed from a DNLA server
- Voice Changer feature that allows for recorded voice manipulation during audio and video chat sessions
Using my Vista desktop PC, I have tested the new Divx and wmv functionality by streaming files using Windows Media Player 11. Contrary to some other reports, it has worked flawlessly for me. If you do experience issues streaming using WMP, there are other software packages that can accomplish the same task. Of course, you can also simply copy the video files to removable media devices or directly onto the PS3's hard drive as well. Be aware that some wmv and divx/xvid files are incompatible with the PS3, such as copy protected files and non-VC-1 wmv files.
To get the update, use the System Settings -> System Update feature on a PS3 connected to the PayStation Network, or go here to download on your PC, and follow the directions to copy to a removable media device.
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