Jul 01

Nyko announces two silky new Raven PS3 controllers

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Silky isn’t typically an adjective we’d associate with game controllers, but that’s exactly how gaming accessory maker Nyko is describing the feel of their new Raven controller line for the PlayStation 3. The line includes a standard PS3 configuration as well as an Xbox 360 inspired “alternate” layout which flips the position of the left analog stick and d-pad for a more ergonomic feel. Both will connect wirelessly to your system via a USB dongle, and will cost $35 once they hit shelves later this summer. But will any game top the entertainment value of the Raven promo video? Check it after the break.

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Nyko announces two silky new Raven PS3 controllers originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 30

Hulu Plus will be a downloadable app on PS3, require PlayStation Plus subscription?

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The mathematical symbols are aligned… and they’re pointing to a greater cash outlay if you want to have (a legitimate copy of) Hulu on your PlayStation 3. Technologizer recently discovered the highlighted line above in the source code for the Hulu website, and if correct, you’ll need a PlayStation Plus subscription on top of your Hulu Plus one in order to stream the best brain-numbing shows from broadcast TV. While that adds up to an additional $18 for three months or $50 annually on top of your $10 monthly Hulu Plus fee, it’s not like you’ll get a better deal on a different game console — Microsoft has confirmed Hulu will require Xbox Live Gold when it launches on Xbox 360 next year. Besides, this isn’t like those janky Netflix Instant Streaming Discs — further down the source code, there are hints that Hulu’s developing a bona fide app for PlayStation 3. See the relevant section of the code right after the break.

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Hulu Plus will be a downloadable app on PS3, require PlayStation Plus subscription? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 29

Sony’s Yoshida says PS3 is now turning a profit, no plans for a price cut

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We’d already seen some evidence that Sony was lowering the manufacturing costs of the PlayStation 3, and it looks like that’s now finally starting to pay off — Sony exec Shuhei Yoshida has confirmed to IGN that the console is at long last actually turning a profit. Of course, that profit is apparently still a fairly small one (and might just be breaking even), with Yoshida only saying that “this year is the first time that we are able to cover the cost of the PlayStation 3,” and that “we aren’t making huge money from hardware, but we aren’t bleeding like we used to.” That also unsurprisingly means that Sony still isn’t planning a price cut anytime in the near future, with Yoshida instead saying that Sony will focus on more bundles like Move / Sports Champions package announced at E3.

Sony’s Yoshida says PS3 is now turning a profit, no plans for a price cut originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 29

Hulu Plus announced with support for iPad, iPhone, PS3, Xbox Live, and more (update)

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We’ve just received word that the premium Hulu service we’ve heard chatter about for a while now has just become official. Dubbed Hulu Plus, the $10 / month service will feature entire seasons of shows that are available in limited quantities on the free service, as well as other programming not available via Hulu on the web. There will be iPod and iPad apps available (streaming with WiFi or 3G), along with support for Samsung connected TVs and Blu-ray (via Samsung Apps). Also in the works is support for TVs and Blu-ray players from both Vizio and Sony (fall 2010), PS3 (July) , and Xbox 360 (as part of a “custom experience” in Xbox Live Gold, early 2011). Hit up the source link to get in on the “invitation only” preview of the service, and to keep abreast of availability for your favorite hardware. Video after the break.

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Gallery: Hulu Plus

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Hulu Plus announced with support for iPad, iPhone, PS3, Xbox Live, and more (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 29

Hulu Plus is Real: $10/Month for iPhone, iPad and TV Viewing [Hulu]

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Finally! Hulu Plus has been made official, and it looks awesome. More »

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Jun 28

PlayStation Plus coming via PS3 firmware 3.40 (update: now available)

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At last, the first post-E3 firmware update for the PlayStation 3, and as you might’ve suspected, this one’s got PlayStation Plus packed into the mix. We’ve talked about the service a bit so far, but to recap, $50 annual nets you a 50 percent discount on PSN titles, early access to betas, and one hour of demo time on select full titles (among other benefits). If you’re not willing to shell out the Ulysses S Grant, however, however, there’s a few other treats in the software patch, including five-star ratings for content purchased on the Store, video editor and uploader for Facebook and YouTube (note: not a video capture service, gotta use what the HDD already has), and expanded integration into Picasa and Facebook photo galleries. Speaking of Facebook, a new app will appear on the social site for showing off your PSN profile and befriending others. As usual, no exact date for the firmware is given, but if history’s any indication, it won’t be very long at all.

Update: We just checked our consoles and, sure enough, the update is live. We’re downloading now and will let you know if there’s anything peculiar.

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Gallery: PS3 firmware 3.40

PlayStation Plus coming via PS3 firmware 3.40 (update: now available) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 28 Jun 2010 22:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 24

Sony explains PlayStation Plus: here’s what your $50 annually buys (update)

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With less than a week before PlayStation Network’s premium subscription plan launches, many gamers still haven’t the foggiest idea what it does — which isn’t terribly promising for a service that costs $50 a year, or even $18 for three months. Thankfully, the official PlayStation.Blog has stepped forward to clear up that noise, explaining more concretely what comes with PlayStation Plus. While you’ll still get online network play for free — assuming you’ve accepted Sophie’s Sony’s Choice — if you choose to pay the extra fee you’ll get free monthly games attached to your account, as long as you remain a subscriber.

Furthermore, PSN titles will be discounted up to 50 percent by the sheer power of your will, you’ll get early access to betas, and you can try certain full games for an hour (not just a demo) before you buy them. You can also turn on an automatic update feature that will download patches and the like automatically, and the company hints it may even (finally) bring us cross-game voice chat. Without knowing which games are included, we still don’t know if it’s worth our annual Ulysses S. Grant, but at least now the service sounds like it’s worthy of consideration.

Update: Looks like the US will get a free copy of Wipeout HD at launch, and European gamers will get LittleBigPlanet as well — see our more coverage link for the full EU slate. Now that’s more like it.

Sony explains PlayStation Plus: here’s what your $50 annually buys (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 24

Bloomberg: Hulu coming to PlayStation network ‘soon’

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It was just two weeks ago in the runup to E3 that Reuters spread rumors of Hulu coming to the Xbox 360 and the iPad as some sort of paid service, and now Bloomberg is adding to the chatter, saying that everyone’s favorite video service is also in talks to become part of Sony’s Playstation Network and appear on the PS3 “soon.” As with the previous rumors, Hulu on PS3 is said to be a paid service, but nothing’s actually confirmed yet. So is Hulu playing Microsoft, Sony and Apple against each other in a bid to collect the biggest exclusivity fee possible, or are we about to see an aggressive Netflix-style multiplatform rollout? We’ll see.

Bloomberg: Hulu coming to PlayStation network ‘soon’ originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 23

Tron gaming peripherals soothe your nostalgia with calming blue light (video)

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We don’t have the foggiest idea whether Tron: Legacy will serve to reboot Disney’s venerable light cycling franchise, but it’s certainly got peripheral vendors in high gear — you’ll be able to hack the ENCOM Digitizing Molecular Laser with a genuine Tron keyboard and mouse or toss virtual light discs with an Tron-themed Xbox 360, PS3 or Wii controller this holiday season. Gaming favorite Razer crafted this $130 laser-etched keyboard with swappable numpad and programmable macros; it will ship alongside a $100, 5600dpi laser mouse in October, and PDP will provide the console controllers for $50 at an unspecified date. We were bummed to hear that the Xbox 360 and PS3 pads are wired, but in retrospect that might be a good thing — by comparison, Razer’s detachable keypad is just begging to be thrown at an MCP-generated foe. See all the new Tron toys lit up in a video after the break. (Caution: video loads automatically.)

Gallery: Tron Legacy gaming peripheral press shots

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Jun 19

Entelligence: The aftermath of E3

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Entelligence is a column by technology strategist and author Michael Gartenberg, a man whose desire for a delicious cup of coffee and a quality New York bagel is dwarfed only by his passion for tech. In these articles, he’ll explore where our industry is and where it’s going — on both micro and macro levels — with the unique wit and insight only he can provide.

Last week’s E3 show was pretty wild. All the major players upped their game quite a bit — pun intended. Here’s my breakdown of the show.

Microsoft: The folks in Redmond led the way with an intro launch party featuring a custom performance from Cirque de Soleil. That was just to warm things up — when it came to actual announcements, Microsoft took a two-tiered approach. On one hand it’s building on the success of long established titles like Gears of War, Fable and of course, Halo. On the other it’s taking the time to re-boot the Xbox 360 with Kinect, which brings controller-free gaming to the platform, as well as adding voice and gesture controls. I think Kinect is a major leap forward in the gaming experience that will appeal to both mainstream and casual gamers. With a streamlined new Xbox 360 and an impressive set of launch titles debuting alongside, Kinect is more akin to a console launch than a peripheral. Overall, I’d say Microsoft is in the lead post-E3 and very well positioned for holiday.

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Entelligence: The aftermath of E3 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 19 Jun 2010 18:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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