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PS3 Other OS case thrown out of court

Posted Dec 21, 2011 at 10:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: linux os, other os, other os court case, ps3 court case, ps3 modding

http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/39088/Judge_Dismisses_PlayStation_3_Other_OS_Removal_Class_Action_Suit.php

PS3 "Other OS" case thrown out of court.

Judge musn't be a Linux user.

Sony has gotten rid of a lot of features with the PS3. One of the first thing's to go was the backwards compatible feature which would allow users to play PS2 games, which struck a blow for almost all gamers who wanted to continue playing PS2 games. It was a strange move as every other next gen console had BC except Sony. However, this was sorely followed up with the removal of having another operating system on the PS3.

After the removal a class action lawsuit was started and

A judge dismissed all counts except one of the class-action suit protesting the Other OS removal.

Many people bought the PlayStation 3 believing they had the ability to use it however they wished. The option to install a different operating system on the computer - known as the "Other OS" option - enabled users to put Linux or some other open source OS on their PS 3 and basically have a cheap but powerful CPU and GPU combo. Even the U.S. military realized that stringing together PS3s could make you a cheap-ass super-computer. But in March 2010, Sony permanently removed the "Other OS" feature from all PS3s with a firmware update needed to access the PlayStation Network. California resident Anthony Ventura filed a class-action lawsuit stating that the removal was an "intentional disablement of the valuable functionalities originally advertised as available." Today, U.S. District Judge Richard Seeborg dismissed all but one of Ventura's claims.

Judge Seeborg upheld Sony's right to enforce the End User License Agreement or EULA all customers agreed to upon purchasing the PlayStation 3. "These contracts specifically provide PS3 purchasers with a license, not an ownership interest, in the software and in the use of the PSN, and provide that SCEA has the right to disable or alter software features or terminate or limit access to the PSN, including by issuing firmware updates," Sony said in its motion to dismiss the suit.

But the sticking point seems to be the access to the PlayStation Network, and other features. Judge Seebold made it clear that customers who bought the PS3 with the Other OS option enabled could still use the console as is, they just wouldn't be able to access Sony's network as well as play new games or Blu-Rays.

"All of the counts are based on plaintiffs' fundamental contention that it was wrongful for Sony to disable the Other OS feature, or, more precisely, [to force PS3 owners to decide between] permitting the Other OS feature to be disabled or forgoing their access to the PSN and any other benefits available through installing," wrote Seebold in the dismissal. "The flaw in plaintiffs' [argument] is that they are claiming rights not only with respect to the features of the PS3 product, but also to have ongoing access to an internet service offered by Sony, the PSN."

The plaintiffs maintain that firmware update 3.21 doesn't just forbid access to the PSN, but that the main functions of the console are no longer viable. To wit, if you didn't update, you could no longer play new games, play games online, play new Blu-Rays, or even play some older Blu-Rays. So choosing not to update and keep the "Other OS" option alive means that no new purchases are possible and the usefulness of the product is seriously restricted.

At least the judge wasn't completely heartless. "The dismay and frustration at least some PS3 owners likely experienced when Sony made the decision to limit access to the PSN service to those who were willing to disable the Other OS feature on their machines was no doubt genuine and understandable," he said, but unfortunately those emotions have no impact on the legal scope of things.

"As a matter of providing customer satisfaction and building loyalty, it may have been questionable. As a legal matter, however, plaintiffs have failed to allege facts or to articulate a theory on which Sony may be held liable."

Sorry, people. It looks like console manufacturers can change their products' capabilities after you purchase them with no penalty whatsoever.

Judge must not be a Linux user.


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Dungeon Siege III gets new DLC

Posted Sep 2, 2011 at 5:31PM EST by Carl B Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: dungeon siege iii, Obsidian Entertainment, Square Enix

Dungeon Siege III has received a new DLC pack, and we have all the details you'll need.


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Dungeon Defenders dated for console and PC

Posted Aug 25, 2011 at 5:21AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3, PC Gaming, Xbox 360 Tags: D3Publisher, dungeon defenders, PAX, Penny Arcade, PlayStation Network, trendy entertainment, xbox live

New trailer released.


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PlayStation Store EU Update - 08/17/11

Posted Aug 17, 2011 at 9:16PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: Europe, PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, Sony

This week's European PlayStation Store update is now live folks.


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PlayStation Store US Update - 08/09/11

Posted Aug 9, 2011 at 9:43PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, Sony

Check out the list of contents in this week's edition of the North American PlayStation Store update.


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Dead Block hits PSN today

Posted Jul 20, 2011 at 1:52AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: candygun games, dead block

Contrary to the previously reported July 20th release of Candygun's zombie title, Dead Block, it's instead coming out a day sooner.

That gets you a day closer to having your fill of knocking them undeads dead. For those of you still not familiar with Dead Bloc, it's "a 1950's Horror B-Movies inspired action defense game."

Obviously, it's going to be set in the 1950s, and there will be loads of zombies for you to aim those weapons at. One thing that will separate Dead Block from other zombie titles is that it "doesn't take itself too seriously; humor is a big part of the game's presentation."

Apart from the game itself coming on the PSN, Candygun Games will also be releasing a spcecial Dead Block theme for the PS3 owners, as well as a demo for it.

Game should be out in but a few hours, so keep your eyes peeled for it on your PSN. In the meantime, do enjoy this video of the game to give you a better idea of how it will play out.

Via [PlayStation Blog US]

Contrary to the previously reported July 20th release of Candygun's zombie title, Dead Block, it's instead coming out a day sooner.


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PlayStation Store US Update - 07/19/11

Posted Jul 19, 2011 at 9:35PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, Sony

Here's this week's US PlayStation Store update.


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SCEE Blog Manager: PSN Pass is just following industry directions

Posted Jul 11, 2011 at 4:26AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: psn pass, resistance 3, Sony

SCEE Blog Manager James Gallagher has been witness to all the blasting tirade, and so has spoken out in defense of the said PSN Pass.


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Protect your home in Dead Block with these traps

Posted Jul 4, 2011 at 9:32AM EST by Karl B. Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: dead block, Digital Reality, PlayStation Network, xbox live

Zombie killing, with bombs!


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Killzone 3 'From the Ashes' DLC Pack intoduces the retro maps

Posted Jun 21, 2011 at 3:19AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: Guerrilla Games, killzone 3, Sony, videos

Here's your first glimpse at the other maps included in the upcoming "From The Ashes” DLC pack for Killzone 3.


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FIFA 12 will be fresh.

Posted May 27, 2011 at 8:59PM EST by Martin D Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: fifa 12, PC, ps3, xbox360

The latest title in the highly successful football franchise won't just be an update, says an EA insider.


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Anonymous sends out latest letter of love to Sony

Posted May 8, 2011 at 9:32PM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: anonymous, Sony

The offensives and defenses are in no way done in relation to the ongoing PSN breach brouhaha.


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Howard Stringer's open letter

Posted May 6, 2011 at 1:46AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: Howard Stringer, Sony

We've seen lawsuits filed, US Congress investigating, Kazuo Hirai and his VPs bowing out an apology, and now, we get to add Howard Stringer into the growing archive of the now infamous PSN breach history.


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Sony offers PSN users ID theft protection service

Posted May 6, 2011 at 12:15AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: allclear id, debix, PlayStation Network, qriocity, Sony

To further beef up the security measure of its network and enhance the protections of personal date of its users, Sony has announced today that it will provide complimentary enrollment in an identity theft protection program for PlayStation Network and Qriocity account holders in the United States (similar programs will be available in other countries/territories where applicable).


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PoV: Is Sony suffocating itself and its own market?

Posted Apr 27, 2011 at 6:24AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3, PSP, PoV Tags: Sony

Let's take a break first from all the Sony-PSN issues and instead talk about the Sony-what-are-you-doing-releasing-all-these-gadgets-at-one-time scenario.


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Centipede: Infestation coming to Wii and 3DS

Posted Apr 21, 2011 at 2:30PM EST by Carl B Listed in: Wii Tags: arcade, Atari, centipede infestation

The classic arcade game Centipede is heading to Wii and Nintendo 3DS as Centipede: Infestation, and we have the first details on the game along with a release date.


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PoV: Anonymous should give it up

Posted Apr 21, 2011 at 10:14AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3, PoV Tags: anonymous, george hotz, Sony

Anonymous continues to fight the (not-so-good) fight against Sony. Should they just give it up?


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SOCOM Pro revealed

Posted Apr 16, 2011 at 9:50PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: socom 4, Zipper Interactive

Zipper Interactive has revealed a special bonus that will be available for gamers who purchase new copies of SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALs the moment they first play the game.


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Section 8: Prejudice release date announced

Posted Apr 6, 2011 at 1:30PM EST by Carl B Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: section 8: prejudice, timegate studios

TimeGate Studios has announced a release date for Section 8: Prejudice, along with a fact sheet that goes over several of the game's new features.


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SOCOM 4 multiplayer beta now open to all

Posted Apr 6, 2011 at 4:09AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, socom 4, Zipper Interactive

Zipper Interactive continues the open beta testing of SOCOM 4, which is now available for anyone and everyone with PSN access.


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Warlords getting PSN and XBLA remake

Posted Mar 29, 2011 at 12:07PM EST by Karl B. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: Atari, atari 2600, warlords

Atari has announced that it will be releasing a remake of the Atari 2600 game Warlords on Xbox Live and PlayStation Network.


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SOCOM 4: Killzone 3 promo code beta access this week

Posted Mar 28, 2011 at 10:51PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: killzone 3, PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, socom 4, Zipper Interactive

For those who got the specially marked copies of Killzone 3, now is your time to test out the multiplayer beta phase for Zipper Interactive's upcoming SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALs.


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GameStation ad stirs controversy

Posted Mar 24, 2011 at 5:30PM EST by Carl B Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: controversy, Gamestation, UK

An ad posted at a GameStation store in the United Kingdom has stirred up a bit of controversy.


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SOCOM 4 PS+ Beta now live, play schedule this week outed

Posted Mar 23, 2011 at 2:07AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: playstation 3 updates, playstation plus, socom 4, Zipper Interactive

It’s now time for PlayStation Plus subscribers to join the existing testers for the next phase of SOCOM 4's pre-release testing.


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Halo: Reach Defiant Map Pack now available

Posted Mar 15, 2011 at 9:44PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: dlc, halo rach, xbox 360 updates, xbox live

Attention Spartans! A new battle has arise in three spectacular new multiplayer maps with the arrival of the Defiant Map Pack for Halo: Reach.


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Pre-order Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon, get more weapons

Posted Mar 8, 2011 at 4:07PM EST by Karl B. Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: Best Buy, D3 Publisher, earth defense force: insect armageddon, GameStop, vicious cycle

If you want more weapons to waste bugs with, get these pre-order incentives.


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A look at Earth Defense Force 2 Portable's multiplayer

Posted Mar 6, 2011 at 10:02AM EST by Karl B. Listed in: PSP Tags: D3 Publisher, earth defense force 2 portable

PSP owners are also getting a taste of Earth Defense Force's bug obliterating action -- and in multiplayer, too.


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SOCOM 4's bomb squad revealed, multiplayer beta dated

Posted Mar 4, 2011 at 10:24PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3 Tags: PlayStation Network, socom 4, Sony, Zipper Interactive

With the game's release date just around the corner, Zipper Interactive has unveiled some new SOCOM 4 details to further whet your appetite.


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R.U.S.E. gets "The Pack of The Rising Sun" DLC

Posted Feb 22, 2011 at 1:24AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360, PC Gaming Tags: PlayStation Network, r.u.s.e., Steam, Ubisoft, xbox live

It's time to dust off your copy of R.U.S.E. folks as Ubisoft and Eugen Systems has now outed the latest downloadable content for the "one-of-a-kind real-time strategy" title, offering some new challenges and a brand new faction to fans of the game.


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Xenogears hitting North America's PS Store tomorrow

Posted Feb 21, 2011 at 2:11PM EST by Glenn M. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: minis, PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, psone classics

There are quite a lot of titles from the ol' Squaresoft days that Square Enix could still bring to the PlayStation Store, but at least now you can scratch one big item off that list. Xenogears is finally coming to North America's PSOne Classics.


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Halo: Reach gets Defiant next month

Posted Feb 14, 2011 at 3:33PM EST by Glenn M. Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: 343 industries, bungie, dlc, halo: reach, Microsoft, news

Halo: Reach players get some love from Microsoft today as Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb posts an update on the game's upcoming DLC. There are three maps in the map pack, each with their own twists and flavors. What those are, you can find out right here, plus there's a video to take you through them.


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Court orders GeoHot to have his hard drive inspected by Sony

Posted Feb 11, 2011 at 6:53AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: george hotz, news, Sony

The latest in the ongoing GeoHotz drama comes rolling in today. A federal judge ruled on Thurday that the (in)famous jailbreaker George Hotz surrender his hard drive to Son for inspection.

The ruling was handed down by U.S. District Judge Susan Illston, giving Sony the authority to go retrieve information "that relates to the hacking of the PlayStation."

In his defense, Hotz' legal representation, attorney Stewart Keller, object to the ruling on the grounds that Sony will then be able to have access not only to the PlayStation files, but to everything that's in Hotz' hard drive.

The judge only had this to say to that objection: "That's the breaks."

Earlier, said judge has also ordered Hotz to surrender all of his computer hardware to Sony. However, his lawyer was able to ask for a reconsideration, which then led up to this new ruling from last week.

The judge justified the ruling by saying that it is actually standard procedure to have entire contents examined and dredged up to be able to find pertinent information significant to the case. In fact, this is what they do as well for child pornography cases.

As Kellar pointed out, however, this is not a case of child pornography. It is of a systems hack. Judge Illston will not be deterred however.

"Here, I find probable cause that your client has got these things on his computer. It's a problem when more than one thing is kept on the computer. I'll make sure the order is and will be that Sony is only entitled to isolate... the information on the computer that relates to the hacking of the Playstation."

As of now, then, Hotz has no other recourse but to comply with the judge's ruling. He must now coordinate with Sony for the date and place where Sony's inspection of his hard drive will occur.

It sure sounds like George Hotz is in deep, hot water now. We're keeping a close watch on this case, as we know all of you are, as well.

Via [Wired] http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2011/02/playstation3-hacker-files/


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PixelJunk Shooter 2 release date confirmed

Posted Feb 11, 2011 at 4:38AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: pixeljunk shooter 2, Q-Games

Q-Games can't wait to bring you the sequel to their highly-acclaimed defense strategy title, PixelJunk Shooter 2. They know you can't wait to get your hands on it, too, and so they have now confirmed the launch date of the said PSN title.


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PvZ, Explodemon, and more coming to PSN this week

Posted Feb 7, 2011 at 11:18AM EST by Glenn M. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: news, PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store

We're still a day away from this week's PlayStation Store update, but that doesn't mean you can't get a heads up on what's coming. For one, Plants vs. Zombies will finally make its way to the PlayStation Store, so will Explodemon, Tales from Space: About a Blob, and a number of other downloadable titles.


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