It seems that the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Cyber Crimes Center, known as C3, has replaced its '$8,000 Tableau/Dell server combination' with more efficient and much cheaper $300 PS3s. Each PS3 is capable of 4 million passwords per second, and C3 currently has 20 PS3s with plans to buy 40 more. Naturally this is only being used to break encryption on computers seized with a warrant and suspected of harboring child pornography

http://it.slashdot.org/story/09/11/1...eak-Encryption ...

TetWiis v0.1b released by pembo

TetWiis is a Nintendo Wii Tetris clone, shamelessly based on the Nintendo DS version of Tetris.

TetWiis is freeware, can be distributed freely and should never be charged for.

v0.1b - Release 18th November 2009

Known Issues/Missing Features
Currently only works from an SD card.
Power reset callback not implemented correctly
GameCube Pad, Classic Controller support not yet complete
Options aren't saved
Highscore table not implemented yet
Blocks not all coloured/patterend correctly
Only currently tested on PAL TV - may have issues with NTSC.

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Apart from a few spikes the homebrew scene has been quieter of late especially in the once all mighty PSP Scene, heres my viewpoint on the scene as a whole with regards to homebrew.

PSP

As ive already stated the PSP scene has been much quieter over the last year, thankfully the likes of our very own zx81 has kept emulation of older consoles alive and also our very own Zack has had a dabble in Snes emulation, also great is the N64 emulator still being worked on. Im sure most people like myself are praying that the M33 Team and Dark Alex release a new Custom firmware. Hopefully the PSPGo will be cracked for homebrew soon, then i might actually buy one.

Nintendo DS

On the emulation side of things the DS has gotten stagnant but thankfully the Gaming side has been awesome, id say one of the biggest releases this year was the GBA Emulator that used the DSIplayer Flashcart, it does make the mouth water to see what else is doable with the DSIplayer.

Nintendo Wii

The Wii is still the king of the present gen consoles for homebrew and the credit must go to wiibrew for becoming a fantastic unbiased release source for coders, the recent release of the N64 emulator for Wii has to be a real crowning point for the wii scene, thanks to the guys at emulatemii for that.

PS3

Sadly still no major breakthrough for the PS3, im sure most are praying for a custom firmware that allows region free PS2 and PS1 gaming and full emulation, we can but dream.

Xbox360

The free60 project has brought some emulation to the Xbox360 but sadly that major breakthrough is yet to happen.

Iphone/Ipod touch

Whilst a great system for games from amateur coders the powerful machines are void of homebrew apart from zodttd, lets hope we see more emulators soon.

Dreamcast

Been a quiet few months but the console still soldiers on with the odd release, if you havent ever had a dreamcast your missing out on an awesome homebrew scene, trust me.

GP2X

Whilst theres no more gp2x consoles being made the homebrew scene is still very active, mainly due to the excellent forums over at gp32x, a great homebrew handheld if you can get one

GP2x Wiz

The Wiz is probably the 2nd most active console for homebrew releases and has lived up to expectations, personally id like to see a working N64 emulator on the handheld but maybe thats not possible, certainly a good future ahead

Dingoo A320

Probably the best homebrew device this year, Dingoo Linux has been the release of the year for this handheld and has brought many of the star coders to release their emulators and games on the dingoo. If you havent got one then your missing out bigtime.

GP32
The handheld may be considered dead but only a month or so ago Slaanesh released a new version of MAME for the GP32 that easily beats versions of most of the newer consoles, dust off that GP32 and get some arcade gaming going

Pandora

The most powerful handheld is coming, if the console does Dreamcast, N64 and PSX Emulation at a playable speed then you have a major player in the world of homebrew.

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Whilst the homebrew scene has been quiet of late the commercial releases for the PSP have certainly improved and yes about time too, im curious to ask which of the big games released in the last few months and upcoming months have really grabbed your attention.

Personally im playing football manager 2010 but Grand tourismo is pretty decent but whats your fave(s) ? ...

I check most sites 3 times daily for news and one of my favourite sites for news and releases has been down due to database problems for what seems a long while now, anyone have any info as to whats happening to palib?

http://forum.palib.info/index.php

For newcomer DS Devs its a great place to learn defelopment on the DS. ...

Nintendo fans are in for more than just new Wii Vitality Sensor software at E3 2010. The Legend of Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma says Nintendo hopes to show something "surprising" about Link's next Wii-bound adventure.

Aonuma tells the UK's Official Nintendo Magazine that the Zelda team has been trying "something new in terms of the structure" of the next entry in The Legend of Zelda, which Shigeru Miyamoto teased at this year's E3 in the form of new concept art.

The next Zelda game after The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks appears to be aimed at mixing up the now-familiar 3D formula. Aonuma tells ONM that he agrees with Miyamoto that "if we are following the same structure again and again, we might not be able to give long time Zelda fans a fresh surprise."

The still unnamed Zelda title will take advantage of the Wii MotionPlus peripheral and, more than likely, will offer a new role for Link's trusty Master Sword, as hinted at by the Wii game's concept art.

http://kotaku.com/5407642/nintendo-p...ing-at-e3-2010 ...

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E 'available for download a new revision, the 1251, the Jpcsp, the emulator PSP for PC developed in Java. For a correct use dell'applicazioneche allows you to run some homebrew like those already in the archive, you need to install Java on your PC.
Following the complete changelog of the latest release and a link to download.

Changelog:

Quote:

Rev1251: First Implementation of lightweight mutexes.
Rev1250: MTVC / MFVC: - Added code to get / set VFPU_PFXS, VFPU_PFXT and VFPU_PFXD registers. - Replaced the native Java.Random by our own Random class so we can get / set the seed in VFPU_RCX0 register. - Ignored VFPU_RCX1-VFPU_RCX7 as we do not know about the original hardware random algorithm in PSP. VMTVC / VFMVC: - same code as MTVC / vpr MFVC but instead of using GPR.
Rev1249: Further findings for Video command CLEAR (based on tests using 3D Studio): also disable CULL_FACE, FOG, STENCIL_TEST, COLOR_LOGIC_OP and DepthMask in CLEAR mode.
Rev1248: Improved color accuracy for vertex color formats 5650, 5551 and 4444.
Rev1247: Provide basic implementation for MFVC and MTVC
Rev1246: First draft of GE viewport interpretation. Not yet fully functional: this feature has to be enabled in VideoEngine.useViewport to not break current games. Code review is welcome!
Rev1245: Allow the configuration of the normal values in 3D Studio.
Rev1244: Fixed lighting for directional light (no spot exponent and cutoff).

http://jpcsp.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=2056

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Over a year since the last release, developer roe-ur-boat has released an update to its AutoStart PRX, plugin through which you can launch the console launch, up to 10 different programs by simply pressing a button. This update brings compatibility with custom firmware GEN is with the Game Categories Plugin Bubbletune, is also fixed a bug that was crashing the program configuration if the EBOOT had a name.
More to follow.

Changelog v5.1:

Quote:

- Support for cf Gen
- Compatibility with Game Categories
- Fixed a bug that was crashing the program configuration if the EBOOT had no name

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Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) celebrates the third anniversary of the PlayStation 3 (PS3) computer entertainment system and PlayStation Network this week. Three years into its ten-year lifecycle, the PS3 system continues to exhibit tremendous momentum. This year, SCEA unveiled its best software lineup to date, with AAA titles such as UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves, Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time, InFAMOUS and Killzone 2 garnering critical acclaim. In fact, today SCEA led the 2009 Spike Videogame nominations with 17 nominations, more than any other first or third party publisher. Strong consumer demand for rich, digital and connected entertainment experiences continue to drive the popularity of PlayStation Network. What began as an online commerce option for games and content has evolved into an innovative entertainment network in just three short years.

"We are extremely proud that in just three years into its lifecycle, PlayStation 3 and the unmatched digital offerings of PlayStation Network have helped to redefine the connected home entertainment experience," said Patrick Seybold, Senior Director of Corporate Communications and Social Media, SCEA. "From a tremendous lineup of blockbuster titles, to Blu-ray movies and games, to access to a library of thousands of movies, TV shows and games on the PlayStation Store, no other system on the market today delivers a more complete entertainment experience or a better value than PS3. With the continuing addition of new features such as Netflix and Facebook integration, highly anticipated break-out games like MAG and God of War III on the horizon, and the on-going evolution of connected experiences through PlayStation Network, we've only just begun scratch the surface."

In October 2009, U.S. sales for the PS3 system grew nearly 70 percent when compared to October 2008, making it the only console to experience significant growth year over year. October also marked the highest month of revenue on record for the PlayStation?Store, with downloads increasing 60 percent over October 2008. To date, more than 650 million pieces of content have been downloaded worldwide from PlayStation Store. Currently, there are more than 31 million registered PlayStation Network accounts worldwide.

"Many believe a console race is a 100-meter dash, but it's really a marathon. The PS3's ten-year lifecycle is clear testament of Sony's commitment to providing entertainment value to consumers," said Jesse Divnich, Director of Analyst Services, EEDAR. "PS3's growth in recent months is a perfect example of how a new low price along with upcoming innovative, exclusive titles such as MAG, Gran Turismo 5 and God of War III, will act as large catalysts for driving the PS3's install base even higher. Add in the robust offerings on the PlayStation Network and there's no doubt that PS3's success will continue well throughout 2010, and beyond."

As the PS3 system enters its fourth year, it is well on its way to delivering ten years of value to consumers and serves as a testament to the leading innovation and unbeatable entertainment the PlayStation brand provides its consumers. Launches from much anticipated first-party titles including, MAG, Heavy Rain, Gran Turismo 5, EyePet, Modnation Racers and God of War III, as well as third-party releases such as Bioshock 2 from 2K Games, Battlefied: Bad Company 2 and Dante's Inferno both from EA, FINAL FANTASY XIII from Square Enix, and Capcom's Super Street Fighter IV, will enable SCEA to continue to redefine gameplay in 2010.

PlayStation today offers an unmatched breadth of entertainment and content choices, including streaming movies and TV shows from Netflix, in addition to PlayStation Network's expansive library of 17,400 TV episodes and movies for rent and purchase; a rich selection of more than 450 games for PS3 and PSP, 4,000 pieces of add-on game content and exciting new offerings such as "minis" and the "digital comics," which will be available later this year. PlayStation has been redefining consumer entertainment for the past 15 years and consumers can remain confident that the PS3 system and PlayStation Network offerings will only continue to grow and expand as consumer entertainment needs evolve. ...