dwarf Posted August 31, 2009 Posted August 31, 2009 This is annoying me now. PSN constantly timing out, and there's loads of people that complain about it on forums I've found by googling. There's nothing wrong on my part, so I don't have a clue. What's the thing people here tried when theirs went wrong? Or was that a different issue.
Daft Posted August 31, 2009 Posted August 31, 2009 I got that DNS error thing. It just went away though. Try witch off the media server (It's called something like that) option in network settings. I've heard that causes problems.
dwarf Posted August 31, 2009 Posted August 31, 2009 It's not a DNS thing. Connection is fine, but when I try to sign in/do a connection test it just fails because the PSN times out, so haven't been able to get online for an hour. I just did the thing you suggested, no effect...
dwarf Posted August 31, 2009 Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) Yeah but others have had the same error online (same code) and there isn't a simple fix other than waiting for an undeterminable period of time. How stupid, just managed to connect but no, 20 seconds later bang! Can't get back on. As of the last 10 minutes it's been pretty stable, touch wood. Dang annoying though, so many things with electronics that go wrong. Final edit for this post: It keeps changing it's mind, one minute it lets me on, the next it's off. Anyway, a friend decided to share Crash Commando with me today, he bought it cause it's half price at £3.99, so if you're thinking of getting it then do so now. It's downloading pretty quick, just a shame I won't be able to get on it :/ Hopefully the next firmware will sort it out. Edited August 31, 2009 by dwarf
Gizmo Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 My slim has been dispatched and will be delviered today. Bad thing is my sister has gone back to Uni, so nobody will be in the house to collect. Hopefully TNT will leave it with next door instead of taking it to their warehouse.
Hero-of-Time Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Mine should arrive today aswell. I see lots of peeps on neogaf are hating the new 3.0 update, something to do with big, grey boxes around the friendslist names or something. I guess I will find out what they are on about later.
Daft Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 (edited) 3.0 is live. Edit: Lame, you can't stream iPlayer in HD. That's what I was hoping for. Edited September 1, 2009 by Daft
Happenstance Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 (edited) Does it give the links to iPlayer anywhere? Im sure I remembered hearing that but couldnt see it on my quick look around of 3.0 EDIT: Ignore that, apparently I just completed missed the new TV bit Edited September 1, 2009 by Happenstance
Daft Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Multi-Audio - Audio can now be output to multiple connectors simultaneously. You can set this option under [settings] > [sound Settings] > [Audio Multi Output]. Video Content Playback - During Video content playback, you can now use the right stick to play content in slow playback, fast reverse, and fast forward. Settings Descriptions - Now below each setting option under the Settings tab on the XMB, there is now a brief description in small font. New Start Up Logo - Upon starting up your PS3, you will be greeted with the new ‘PS3′ Logo. Copy/Paste Function - There is now a copy/paste function for the web browser, and messages. Internet Connection Speed Test - Check your internet connection upload/download speed. Go to [Network Settings] > [internet Connection Test] Internet Browser Screen Capture Feature - Press Triangle on Internet Browser, then under File > Save Screenshot. Custom Remote Play Settings - Manually set a device (such as a PSP system) to be used for remote play. New Avatar Support - Support for future additions of PSN avatars has been added. No new avatars have been added along with the firmware. However the support is there. “What’s New†– The “Information Board†will be replaced with a “What’s New†section, which allows you to enjoy interactive PlayStation news every time you start the PS3 system. Located under the PlayStation Network icon, “What’s New†displays the latest and greatest game, video, PlayStation Network and PlayStation news and releases, as well as your recently played games, in a sleek, new animated format. Status Indicator – In the top right corner we’ve added an indicator bar, which displays your user icon, friend icon, the number of friends you have online and a small message icon to let you know if you have any new messages. The indicator also includes a scrolling ticker that features the latest news from PlayStation Network. In addition, when you press the PS button, the battery life indicator will no longer cover up the clock. Friends List – Now your PlayStation Network friends will appear in a slightly redesigned format on your Friends List. Also, messages will now be viewable from each of your friends’ respective profiles. PlayStation Store Shortcuts – We’ve added a handy shortcut icon to the PlayStation Store under both the Game and Video categories so you can access the latest content quickly and easily. Personalization – Personalize your PS3 with new dynamic custom themes and avatars. Dynamic themes as well as free and premium avatars will be available through PlayStation Store. A dynamic theme takes your screen to a whole new level as it incorporates animated objects into the background. Trophies – Showcasing your hard earned trophies just got better. Update 3.00 gives game developers the ability to modify how they display trophies for add-on content. Base and add-on game trophies will continue to be combined into a single list so you can see where you stand in a game as a whole. Within that list, trophies will be broken out into subcategories—base trophies and add-on trophies—that way, you can easily view the percentage of your base game trophy collection, and separately track your trophy progress in add-on packs. Look for this enhancement to be included in upcoming games. That's some of the new features. I hate the new massive font size and and the start up logo and they still haven't sorted out the music folder organisation. One good thing, they removed the Platinum trophy from the percentage complete. I always thought that was dumb. Also, trophy syncing seems to be a lot faster.
flameboy Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Mine should arrive today aswell. I see lots of peeps on neogaf are hating the new 3.0 update, something to do with big, grey boxes around the friendslist names or something. I guess I will find out what they are on about later. Yeah the do look a bit odd and stand out a bit..They do look more like the profile cards that come up when you click on somebodies profile. 3.0 is live. Edit: Lame, you can't stream iPlayer in HD. That's what I was hoping for. I'm sure it will come in HD in good times...just glad we have got a proper version of it. Didn't expect it to be browser based still though but at least you don't have to muck about zooming in etc...sat watching mock of the week now! Does it give the links to iPlayer anywhere? Im sure I remembered hearing that but couldnt see it on my quick look around of 3.0 EDIT: Ignore that, apparently I just completed missed the new TV bit Oddly after updating and the system rebooting and everything else running the tv section wasn't there, had to reboot it again and it appeared. That's some of the new features. I hate the new massive font size and and the start up logo and they still haven't sorted out the music folder organisation. One good thing, they removed the Platinum trophy from the percentage complete. I always thought that was dumb. Also, trophy syncing seems to be a lot faster. Agreed. Sure some of the things they are touting as new features aren't new as well...
Happenstance Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Oddly after updating and the system rebooting and everything else running the tv section wasn't there, had to reboot it again and it appeared. Maybe thats what happened to me then and im not as stupid as I thought
Daft Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Yeah, BBC iPlayer takes a bit of time to appear for some reason. @flameboy, yeah you're right it'll probably come in time. I can't see it being hard to implement, that's why I was kind of annoyed. Although the quality is better than I thought it would be. I'm also surprised it's still browser based. Can't Sony make a dedicated client? 4oD next PLEASE!!
flameboy Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Yeah, BBC iPlayer takes a bit of time to appear for some reason. @flameboy, yeah you're right it'll probably come in time. I can't see it being hard to implement, that's why I was kind of annoyed. Although the quality is better than I thought it would be. I'm also surprised it's still browser based. Can't Sony make a dedicated client? 4oD next PLEASE!! Yeah I expected a client rather than a custom bit of flash running on the browser...Guess this is the easiest way of doing it and like I said its so much better than dicking around with it in the browser normally. Yeah I really want 4oD next hope they actively expand the service rather than just leaving it.
LegoMan1031 Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 (edited) Wonder why they have made the font size so much bigger!? I like the new 'original' theme, has sparkles in the background with the colour you choose. Iplayer looks like a little nice new addition as well, and as others have said, i hope that gets expanded on. EDIT: Oh and i dont like the new logo at the start, at all. Hopefully it will grow on me. Edited September 1, 2009 by Mike1988uk Added Text
MATtheHAT Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Should there be any information in the big grey box around the Friend name? It looks like it should display your Trophy Level or something. As it is, its exactly the same except with a great big grey box. Weird.
Hero-of-Time Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 SLIM GET! Let the trophy addiction begin!
Daft Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 I'll savour this last time I have more trophies than you.
Ryan Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 SLIM GET! Let the trophy addiction begin! Welcome to the family! My PSN is zerolaff if you want to start building a NE friends list.
Daft Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 I've still got HoT from his first PS3. Is that the account you're going to use?
Ryan Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Weird problem, I was on the iPlayer and the bottom and tops of the screen are cut off in fullscreen. It's happened when I'm on internet browser, the default page being playstation.com you can't see the logo on the top of the screen. Anyone else get this?
flameboy Posted September 1, 2009 Posted September 1, 2009 Annoying how the US got the LBP dynamic theme today but we didn't coupled with the whats new etc...I think these really could help to bring to life the xmb.
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