New PS3 Firmware – PSN Restoration Begins

The Official PlayStation Blog was updated with some exciting news this evening.

First, Kaz Hirai discusses the PlayStation Network Restoration process in a brief video clip (nice watch, btw).

Also noted, is the release of new PlayStation 3 firmware, version 3.61. The update, which took me a few minutes, still produces a network error, but over the next few hours, network restoration will be released in regions/states. The emphasis of this update is for online multiplayer. The PlayStation store will NOT be available at this time. (see below)

Details of the 3.61 update below, courtesy of http://us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/ps3/index.htm

New for 3.61: As a security measure, this system software update will require you to change your account password before you can again access PlayStation^®Network *. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete this process. > See details

* Applies to the master account and all sub-accounts.

When you change your password, an e-mail message may be sent to the e-mail address registered with PlayStation^®Network (your sign-in ID). If you cannot receive messages at your registered e-mail address, you will not be able to change your password.
If you cannot receive messages at the e-mail address you have registered as your sign-in ID, before changing your password, make sure you have an e-mail address where you can receive messages and then contact PlayStation^® Consumer Support.

Depending on your country/region of residence and the network environment you are using, you may not be able to change your PlayStation^®Network account password or make use of PlayStation^®Network services for some time after updating your PS3™ system software.
The ability to change PlayStation^®Network account passwords and use PlayStation^®Network services* will be made available in all regions within a few days.

* This does not include the use of PlayStation^®Store.

Hit up the link below to view more details of the PSN restoration and the map of North America to see the progress of your area.

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/05/14/play-on-%E2%80%93-psn-restoration-begins-now/

We’re interested to know your thoughts on the update. Keep us posted on the progress of the restoration in your area by commenting below!

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