According to several sources, Sony has released it’s newest firmware update (v3.15) on the PS3. This update is completely optional. In order to access the update you need to select the ‘System Update’ tab, you will then be prompted with a set of instructions, and a list of agreements to read. A few new notable additions in the update include, the ability to play PSP Minis, as well as being able to Data Transfer. Keep in mind, not all PSP Mini titles are playable on the PS3.

Data Transfer Utility

1. Turn both current PS3 (A) and new PS3 (B) on and connect them with a LAN cable; PS3 (A) should be connected to the TV. Please note, firmware (v3.15) must be installed on both systems.

2. On the XMB of PS3 (A), scroll to the Settings catefory and select [System Settings] and then [Data Transfer Utility]

3. Follow the instructions on-screen and transfer data.

4. After transferring the data, follow the instructions on-screen, and then connect PS3 (B) to the TV to view the XMB.

5. If content that was downloaded from PlayStation Store was transferred as part of this operation, you must activate PS3 (B) before you can use the data. Log in to the PS3 system as the user who owns the content, and then select (PlayStation Network) > (Account Management) > (System Activation) to activate the system.

PSNStore.com has been kind enough to generate a short list of working PSP Minis.

Working:

* Echoes (EU tested)

* Kahoots (US tested)

* Zombie Tycoon (US tested)

Not Working:

* Blast Off (US tested)

* Brainpipe (US tested)

* Bubble Trubble (US tested)

* Fieldrunners (US tested)

* Fortix (EU tested)

* Let’s Golf (US tested)

* Pinball Dreams (EU tested)

* Pinball Fantasies (EU tested)

* Spot The Difference (EU tested)

* Vempire (EU tested)

This list is unoffical, if you come across any that haven’t been included in the list, please make a note in the comment section.

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