Fresh firmware lets PS3 gamers get more social

Sony announced a crop of new features and functionalities for the PlayStation 3 on Monday.

By Walaika Haskins

2 Jul 2008

Additions in the 2.40 firmware update include in-game XrossMediaBar (XMB) access that will enable players to communicate with other gamers on their PlayStation Network (PSN) friends list - now doubled in size to hold 100 contacts - as well as access other features without leaving the game they're playing.

Other additions include a new virtual ranking system called "Trophies" and a Google-based Internet search feature added to the XMB.

The latest add-ons will be available for download on 2 July 2008.

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