PlayStation®3 System Features

More of what you want, and features you never expected. Explore the PS3™ system features below.



System Software Updates

Changing with the times was never easier

Evolution is free and easy.

Keeping your PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system in top form is free and easy with the latest system software update. New features and upgrades are constantly being added, plus additional security features. System software updates means you don't have to worry about your PS3™ system becoming outdated or missing out on exciting new capabilities. Just chose your favorite method for staying current and keep on evolving.

Recent System Software Updates include:

XMB™ Access In-Game
Play a game. Get a message. With XMB in-game access, you don't have to quit the game, just pause it and then respond to that message or check out a new opponent's profile to know who you're up against. Find out more about accessing XMB features during a game.

Trophies for champions
You play. You win. Now you can see your accomplishments - your profile displays each of your trophies in detail, as well as your overall trophy level PLUS how much more you need to reach the next level. Share with others - check out your friend's trophies and compare them, maybe you'll learn something new. Find out more about trophies on the PS3™ system.

Keep track of your friends
It's great to know when your friends are online - and now you can find out when they last logged in to PlayStation®Network.

Enjoy the web with Adobe Flash Player 9
The PS3™ system Internet Browser now supports Adobe Flash Player 9, so you enjoy the coolest websites on the PS3™ system.

Improved Video Controls
Use Scene Search to easily navigate through your saved videos, like chapters on a DVD. Or set it up to watch your videos one right after the other for ongoing entertainment.

XMB Internet Search
Need to find something fast? Now you can start an Internet search directly from the XMB™ screen, find out more.

Plus lots more great features!

Learn more about the latest PS3™ System Software Update.