Caporegime
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thing is... they sold the original console as baing able to have linux... yellow dog, and now its been removed? are they refunding original PS3 purchasers?
doesn't really effect me, i bought my ps3 to play games, not to have a second PC![]()
update is on april 1st.
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I think it's legit, it's already been removed as standard from Slim models, why wouldn't they do the same across the board?
Poor April Fool's if not, a better one would be saying they were bringing out Cross-Game chat![]()
The only reason they allowed the Linux thing in the first place was so the ps3 could be classed as a computer and thus qualified for lower taxes in Europe or something. Clearly now the risk of the OtherOS exploits is greater than the cost of those taxes and the cost of any lawsuits. Besides, if no new consoles have this feature anyway, they've clearly already settled to take the hit on the taxes so that cost doesn't even exist any more.
AFAIK the original console & pre-slim never mentioned "Other OS" as a feature in the sales literature, it just happened to be a "oh hey that's cool" mention in the manual.thing is... they sold the original console as baing able to have linux... yellow dog, and now its been removed? are they refunding original PS3 purchasers?
At the end of the day, they're removing a feature that was paid for on purchase of the console.
Seems like they're covered to me.PS3 EULA said:3. SERVICES AND UPDATES
From time to time, SCE may provide updates, upgrades or services to your PS3™ system to ensure it is functioning properly in accordance with SCE guidelines or provide you with new offerings. Some services may be provided automatically without notice when you are online, and others may be available to you through SCE's online network or authorized channels. Without limitation, services may include the provision of the latest update or download of new release that may include security patches, new technology or revised settings and features which may prevent access to unauthorized or pirated content, or use of unauthorized hardware or software in connection with the PS3™ system. Additionally, you may not be able to view your own content if it includes or displays content that is protected by authentication technology. Some services may change your current settings, cause a loss of data or content, or cause some loss of functionality.
Always a shame to see a feature go. Worst thing i think they're doing here is apparently when you update you lose access to files and folders in linux. Anyone that doesnt know of the upcoming change in the firmware will update and lose everything.
Covered legally, not covered in customer expectations or satisfaction. It's an underused feature for most people but those that want it or even bought the console for it (I've heard some buying it so they can use it as a media server) will be dissapointed.Seems like they're covered to me.
It's an underused feature
At the end of the day, they're removing a feature that was paid for on purchase of the console.