Ben-DutkaThe rumor has been confirmed: Facebook and Twitter will soon become a fixture of your PlayStation 3.
As announced at the PlayStation Blog , firmware update v3.10 incorporates Facebook; as soon as you log into your PSN account, you will have access to the social service through the XMB. Basically, you'll have the option for your machine "to automatically update your Facebook News Feed with Trophy and PlayStation Store activity." In turn, this opens the doors for game developers, who can also use this new feature to allow you to have your progress automatically posted on your Facebook page. We've already seen something like this with Uncharted 2 's Twitter functionality. Twitter compatibility is also included in this new firmware update, by the way, and they've also revamped the Photo folder and modified the Friends List "based on feedback we received after update 3.00." Oh, and you can choose a color for your PSN ID on the XMB, too. When Sony says "It Only Does Everything," it's clear they want the PS3 to be the primary home entertainment hub, so expect to see more updates like these. Expect to see firmware update 3.10 "some time soon."
Personally, I've never understood the appeal of these social networking services but Sony taking advantage of their immense popularity makes perfect sense.
Love the constant updating. I would like to see the PS3 updated at least once a month or two.
I still wish it had MSN Messenger, yeah I know its not going to happen because of the M. can they just get along just for this. <drops one tear>
Please…No…:'(
This is such a waste of what they can do with it. If people are that sad that they need to go on Facebook and Twitter on the PS3, we have a browser…we don't need it on the XMB.
ANYWAY, little off topic…Ben, I recently made a new account with my current email address, but it won't let me sign in because it says it hasn't been verified yet…but I havn't recieved the verification email. I've quadruple checked my boxes, but nothing. And it won't let me create a new one with the same email address. Wondering if you could help at all?
siiiick. when i get some super trophy, it goes straight to my account. sweet.
If it's anything like the Facebook app on the 360, it's nothing special. The 360 version can't play movies or anything like that which is a bummer. Sure, it's neat and all to do a quick check up but I really don't see myself spending much time with it. If I want to fart around with Facebook, I'll stick with a PC.
If it's not optional, I'm not updating.
That makes no sense whatsoever. If you want to play online, you'll download the firmware update. That's more or less the only alternative for you.
Besides, of course it's optional, you have to configure your Facebook account, and Sony isn't going to make it mandatory that you hand over third party account details to your PS3.
If not being able to play online is what I have to sacrifice. Then it's worth it.
I find it a bit odd that so many people complain about features that they are adding to the PS3. If you don't like the feature don't use it, if you do like the feature use it. It's like the people who went crazy because the store icon was in three separate places. Is it really that big of a deal to just not worry about something?
If you are not going to use the Facebook integration then what does it matter if it is there in the first place? Just don't put in your information, and in the matter it is certain that this will be an optional service to use since not everyone PS3 owner in the world is also on Facebook.
Just stop all the incessant whining about added feature that you don't want to use and just don't use them.
What I mean by optional is I don't want to see a Facebook and Twitter icon. Still don't like the extra store icons. I wont make the mistake of updating again.
@Xbox_Killer
Wait, are you honestly saying that you would refuse to download a firmware update, because there are additional icons in the XMB? Realy? I mean, really? C'mon, that's just plain nuts.
Yes.
@Xbox_Killer
You know what? I don't believe you, and I won't argue further because you're not being serious.
Last edited by TheHighlander on 11/18/2009 9:26:59 PM
Ironically enough, I found out about this update on Facebook Via the Official PS profile.
Nah not my thing, now lets get some more dynamic themes 🙂 all I have is LBP would love to see a GOW collection one that would be cool
instead of clogging up the system with useless crap how about fixing the other features
One baby step for Sony, one giant leap for PS3 fans.
Give us a better browser!!!!
And BC for those who want it.
That is all!