PS3: Firmware update, v2.10

Playstation 3 got a new firmware update today (December 18). The firmware is now v2.10. Here’s the new enchangements (taken from Playstation.com):

Voice Changer

The Voice Changer feature has been added to voice / video chat. Visit the Voice Changer guide in Help & Support under PS3 at eu.playstation.com for more details.

Using this feature, you can change the tone of a voice that is input from an audio device such as a microphone. High and low-pitched tones can each be adjusted to five preset levels. You can vary the tone when using voice / video chat under Friends.

Music

You can now select [Type 3] as an option under Settings > [Music Settings] > [Bitmapping]. This bitmapping process was developed specifically for the PS3TM system to enhance audio playback.

Video

  • DivX and VC-1 (WMV) have been added to the types of files that can be played.
  • Blu-ray Disc Profile 1.1 is now supported.
  • [BD Data Utility] has been added.