PS1 and PS2 games will look beautiful again!
by Nick Doerr 
{ Jan 24th 2007 at 10:15AM }
As mentioned in an earlier post by Kspraydad, the upcoming firmware update is going to include a patch that fixes all the ugly issues presented by PS1 and PS2 titles not running in progressive scan mode. As quoted from Filt3r: "but the most noticeable change comes in the form of fixed display of PSone and PS2 games not running in progressive scan mode. That's right. Former eye-poisoning backward compatible games are now fixed."As for other changes in the update, here's a list:
- You can now set an image/photo for their user ID
- Edy support added
- 'Operation Sound' added to sound settings
- 'Delete Backup Data' added to backup utilities
- WEP128, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK(AES) can now utilize AOSS (hmm, Greek to me)
- Your login password can be saved without setting the system to log you in automatically.
- Korean keyboard setting available
Oh my gosh, finally! This is probably the coolest news ever for the PS3 (since the whole game front has been less than buzzing). If you haven't started to yet, get yourself downloading that firmware update, try out the upgrade with your favorite PSone or PS2 game and let us know what happens! Awesomeness. So, how's that "Woo!" news now?
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Wii360dsPC @ Jan 24th 2007 10:28AM
"You can now set an image/photo for their user ID"
From background downloads to simple features like user pictures, it's clear that Sony didn't do any competitive research. There's no reason why the console couldn't have launched with functions that have been part of the 360 feature set for months.
Colin @ Jan 24th 2007 10:38AM
I disagree.
What Sony is guilty of is rushing the product to NA/Japan for Christmas time ... The Europeans are going to get a much more complete and ready for launch product.
AL7AIR @ Jan 24th 2007 10:57AM
AOSS = Buffalo's AirStation One-Touch Secure System™
Nice feature if you're lazy and don't want to set up the whole wireless network all by yourself, given that you have compatible hardware ;) (PSP has it too, since firmware 2.00)
http://www.buffalotech.com/technology/our-technology/aoss/
aDRIEN @ Jan 24th 2007 11:16AM
Good news all around. Now let's hear from some trolls!
Hirsbrunner @ Jan 24th 2007 11:08AM
What about the many, many PS3 owners that live in areas where broadband internet access is unavailable? They're stuck w/an outdated PS3 already??
Once again Sony alienates a large portion of their consumer base.
Bullseyetm @ Jan 24th 2007 11:11AM
Excellent, I'm EXTREMELY happy to see they've fixed the BC issue. Still though, the fact they've been denying a problem exists is very poor.
I think the PS3-loving community needs to be credited with getting the word out on this one. Kudos!
kman79 @ Jan 24th 2007 11:41AM
While I do agree that the PS3 could have been released as a more complete package, it's also good to see and to know that Sony is moving forward with the console and releasing patches to add in features and improvements. I've stayed out of the whole argumentative controversy, simply because I feel that Sony and the PS3 will succeed much like the PS2 did and is continuing to. This is going to be a big year for the PS3 and I’m looking forward to March with all the new released and the big system update. I also own a 360 and it also had its short-coming when it was first released.
The custom photo features is for the sign in ID, and not the PSN Network ID, still something nice to differentiate from the multiple logins that is on my PS3.
OrganicShadow @ Jan 24th 2007 12:07PM
Sounds like some people are upset that there is less about the PS3 to complain about....
Gone are the days when every 1up.com article relating to PS3 ended with a reference to the PS2/PS1 compatibility problems...
Wreckhart @ Jan 24th 2007 11:22AM
@ hirsbrunner & heywood
they always push through firmware updates for psp on actual game discs i would imagine it will be the same with ps3. you would probably know that if you were actual ps3fanboy's but your just here to fan the flame wars.
Kspraydad @ Jan 24th 2007 11:24AM
Wow...a double post but different users!
Hirsbrunner/Haywood
Who the h3ll would buy a broadband enabled machine in a non broadband area and then complain about the broadband...WTF
If you are looking for updates with dial up you CAN do it:
Okay for all of you dial up users out there (including me) this is a must read. It is possible to connect your Playstation 3 to the internet via a Dial Up connection. Here's how it works.
1. Before you do any of this, your computer must have a Ethernet Port available.
2. Connect your computer to the internet via your dial up connection.
3. Right Click on the two flashing computers down at the bottom right of your screen. (These are shown when you are connected)
4. Select 'Open Network Connections' from the popup box.
5. Right click your dial up provider under the Dial Up Heading, and select properties.
6. Click on the Advanced Tab, and then check the box that says 'Allow other network users to connect through this computers internet connection'.
7. Then in the drop down box underneath that check box you just selected, click on it and select 'Local Area Connection'. Now press OK.
8. Now, plug the ethernet cable that came with your PS3 into your computers ethernet hub.
9. On the PS3's main menu, scroll over to Settings and then down to Network Settings
10. Make sure that the Internet Connection setting is enabled.
11. Select the Internet Connection Settings and press X. Tell the system Yes, and then select 'Wired Connection'. Scroll over and select 'Easy' and the PS3 will connect to internet through your computer. Save the settings, then test the Connection and everything should work.
12. You will now be back at the Main Menu, now select 'Internet Connection Test' and let it check one more time.
13. Once that is done, scroll over to the friend heading and start setting up your account.
Congratulations, you just enabled Internet Connectivity on your PS3 via Dial Up. All you need to do to connect is make sure your PC is connected and make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged in
Source: http://www.forums.gamewinners.com/forums/showthread.php?s=238549e4e427c82391d9c1c687a58698&t=514100
todd @ Jan 24th 2007 11:56AM
I apologize for seeming (being) naive, but if you can now run PS2 and PSOne games in progressive scan, does that mean they'll look better if you're using component cables, but still look jaggy if you're outputting with an HDMI cable? Or is that irrelevant?
I remember booting up REZ on my PS3 when I first got it, and feeling hot shame at how horrible it looked.
Net Civilian @ Jan 24th 2007 11:34AM
@Hirsbrunner: Please do more research before commenting as you did. The manual clearly mentions that you can download the update from the Playstion Site using your PC and install it. You don't need any internet connection on your PS3. Here's the link for you:
http://www.us.playstation.com/ps3/network/updates
(Click on the option which says "Update using PC"
HTH,
Netcivilian
Eric @ Jan 24th 2007 11:58AM
To #10: I'm using HDMI hooked up to a 1080p screen. It's not perfect now, but it's WAY better than it was before. Also, I believe it IS upscaling the image now. I keep my monitor on 1:1 ratio setting, and was having to change it to zoom every time I played a PS2 game or the image was like 6 inches big. Now, it is displaying properly still on the 1:1 setting. So it may not be upscaling in the sense that the 360 does, but it is at least outputting the image at the resolution you specify in the settings. Far less jagged and far less flicker now. Not sure if this goes for every game though, since GT4 actually has a 1080i setting, and I've not tried anything else yet. But before, even on 1080i, the image was still tiny.
To #4: Where, exactly, on the planet can you not get broadband access? It's called satalite internet. Look it up.
Eric @ Jan 24th 2007 11:59AM
Oops, sorry, meant to #12 in the first part of my last post.
AG @ Jan 24th 2007 12:35PM
This is Awesome news! Looks like I will be buying a PS3 in March!
Thomas @ Jan 24th 2007 12:39PM
There's always going to be negativity whenever PS3 is being talked about (and psp). you know... oh the ps3 is a paper weight, you paid 600 dollars just to play all ps1 and ps2 games BC, oh they forced the blu ray on you.. and there are major defects, and oh, 360 is gonna get that game anyway..., and ridge racer 7 is missing a sail boat in the backgrough.. blah blah..
alienclay @ Jan 24th 2007 12:46PM
there is an initiatve in america to have broadband 'available' to every home. if you don't have an option yet, you will soon.
(i can't wait for that fiber optic link)
Regrezz @ Jan 24th 2007 12:51PM
Now that the BC issue has been solved(for the most part), it is time to bring on the true PS3 games. And look right around the corner it is about to begin. I want my Sonic, and Oblivion, and VF5, and Lair, and .... I could go on forever.
Screaming from the rooftops.."I love my PS3"
Hirsbrunner @ Jan 24th 2007 1:08PM
Wreckhart, you can lick my left testicle.
Kspraydad, and to a lesser extent Net Civilian, I thank you for your informative posts.
NATO_Duke @ Jan 24th 2007 2:07PM
Thomas - those were all good points, though I don't know about the sailboats. :P
Anyway, I hope the ps2 games do look good. I can't wait to check it out later tonight.
guaava @ Jan 24th 2007 2:37PM
Anyone get Bully to work on the PS3?
Strike Man @ Jan 24th 2007 2:00PM
"I want my Sonic, and Oblivion, and VF5, and Lair, and .... I could go on forever."
You don't want your Sonic. Trust the 360 crowd on that one. :o
I'm glad to see this fixed, although I wonder what if that slight blur the images now have can also be fixed in a future update. It's not doesn't seem terrible, and I haven't updated my system yet to try, but based on the screens posted, you can tell that it's there.
But overall, this is great news, and if Sony can somehow fix the whole scaler issue, I'd no longer have a major complaint about how the system plays (at least offline).
Ted Nemeth @ Jan 24th 2007 4:54PM
PS2 games look much better now. I have also noted slight blurr, but Resistance and Blur Ray are super sharp, so-whats up? Keep those upadates coming Sony.
Kspraydad @ Jan 24th 2007 3:22PM
@Rob Holiday
I did a search on 'bf2mc ps3' and there seem to be people talking in blogs about meeting up for matches using their PS3s....
It should be a non issue.
sean @ Jan 24th 2007 4:21PM
hey damn it no one mentioned that when you have a friend request sent out under that persons name on your friend list it says "Pending response to add as a friend". it didnt say that before the update. lol
humpty @ Jan 24th 2007 5:47PM
Man, its taking forever to download. Next time im downloading to PC and updating via memorystick... too long.
punkrockinprimate @ Jan 24th 2007 6:45PM
ahaha!!!...i live in tijuana mexico and i have broadband...dial-up cannot be found...it´s a thing of the past..and im really happy!!!...about the jaggie issue being fixed!!!...woo!!!...now i can sell my ps2!!!!
SuicideNinja @ Jan 24th 2007 7:04PM
Sweet. Bye bye evil PS2!
hern @ Jan 24th 2007 11:09PM
As a side note it also fixed a problem with playing recorded media. Like when I would try to play media from my digital camera that I had recorded, there were error messages but after th epatch all is well.
matjet @ Jan 24th 2007 11:16PM
ill keep using the ol ps2 as well, mainly for convenience and so my sister can play singstar without disturbing me.
Dirk @ Jan 25th 2007 5:22AM
God of War looks the exact same.
Calagan @ Jan 25th 2007 8:30AM
Based on my PSP experience and hoping Paradox will keep its promises for a March release, I would think twice before updating.
Scott Krueger @ Jan 25th 2007 11:13PM
Definitely Less for the 360 Fanboys to make their Arguments With.
I'm still PO'd about how Few XBox Games Work on my 360 and Every New XBox Game that Comes out is another added to the List of Not-Compatible with the 360.
Now on My PS3, just about Everything PS2 & PS1 Works.
Everything I have Popped in Works! Even Demo Discs & my EyeToy. I cannot say that about my 360.
Now the Graphical Issue is Fixed.
Of course I find "Jaggies" to be less annoying than a message popping up telling me that Yet another one of my Old games will not Work on my 360.
ndoerr @ Jan 26th 2007 4:13AM
I've got to admit, guys -- I'm impressed with the jaggy-fix. Sure, it shouldn't have been there to start with, but now I can actually see Xenosaga 3 in the graphics is was meant to. Which is pretty pretty. Anyway, just glad that I can play my games with a grin, knowing that it's just like a PS2... but more expensive. Now all we need are some more PS3 games...