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'''PlayStation Portable System Software''' is the official, updateable firmware for the [[PlayStation Portable]]. Updates add new functionality as well as security patches to prevent Homebrew (games) applications being run on the system. Updates can be obtained in four ways: | '''PlayStation Portable System Software''' is the official, updateable firmware for the [[PlayStation Portable]]. Updates add new functionality as well as security patches to prevent Homebrew (games) applications being run on the system. Updates can be obtained in four ways: | ||
* Direct download to the PSP over [[Wi-Fi]]. This can be performed by choosing "Settings", "[[Network Update]]" from the [[XMB]]. (with the exception of | * Direct download to the PSP over [[Wi-Fi]]. This can be performed by choosing "Settings", "[[Network Update]]" from the [[XMB]]. (with the exception of 3.96 and 5.05) | ||
* Download to a PC, then transfer to the PSP via a [[USB]] cable or [[Memory Stick]]. (with the exception of | * Download to a PC, then transfer to the PSP via a [[USB]] cable or [[Memory Stick]]. (with the exception of 3.96 and 5.05) | ||
* Included on the [[UMD]] of some games. These games may not run with earlier firmware than the version on their UMD. | * Included on the [[UMD]] of some games. These games may not run with earlier firmware than the version on their UMD. | ||
* Download from a PS3 to a PSP system via [[USB]] cable. (Japanese version only) (with the exception of | * Download from a PS3 to a PSP system via [[USB]] cable. (Japanese version only) (with the exception of 3.96 and 5.05) | ||
While system software updates can be used with consoles from any region, Sony recommends only downloading system software updates released for the region corresponding to the system's place of purchase. System software updates have added various features including a web browser, Adobe Flash Player support, additional codecs for images, audio, and video, PlayStation 3 connectivity, as well as patches against several [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|security exploits]], [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|vulnerabilities]], and execution of homebrew programs. If the power supply (Battery/AC) is disconnected while updating the [[Firmware|system software]], the console will be [[Brick|bricked]]. The system will have to be booted from a different source such as a [[Pandora|battery in service mode]] with which it can be restored. | While system software updates can be used with consoles from any region, Sony recommends only downloading system software updates released for the region corresponding to the system's place of purchase. System software updates have added various features including a web browser, Adobe Flash Player support, additional codecs for images, audio, and video, PlayStation 3 connectivity, as well as patches against several [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|security exploits]], [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|vulnerabilities]], and execution of homebrew programs. If the power supply (Battery/AC) is disconnected while updating the [[Firmware|system software]], the console will be [[Brick|bricked]]. The system will have to be booted from a different source such as a [[Pandora|battery in service mode]] with which it can be restored. | ||
The latest reported firmware version shipping pre-installed on new PSPs is | The latest reported firmware version shipping pre-installed on new PSPs is 5.50 (confirmed by a few people who bought a PSP-3000 Special Edition (Harry Potter Version). | ||
The current firmware version is 6.61 and was released on January 15, 2015. It is a minor update released more than three years after the release of the previous version 6.60 in 2011. | The current firmware version is 6.61 and was released on January 15, 2015. It is a minor update released more than three years after the release of the previous version 6.60 in 2011. | ||
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== Pre-release == | == Pre-release == | ||
===1.00 "Bogus" Update=== | |||
'''November 4, 2004''' [https://playstationdev.wiki/pspdevwiki/index.php?title=1.00_Bogus_Firmware Main article] | |||
===1.00 | |||
'''November 4, 2004''' [ | |||
*Note this is the actual 1.00, release 1.00 is 1.03. | *Note this is the actual 1.00, release 1.00 is 1.03. | ||
===1.02 | ===1.02=== | ||
'''November 16, 2004''' [ | '''November 16, 2004''' [https://playstationdev.wiki/pspdevwiki/index.php?title=1.02 Main article] | ||
*VSH is hidden, boots into balloon sample from the SDK. | *VSH is hidden, boots into balloon sample from the SDK. | ||
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===1.50 (1.5.0) === | ===1.50 (1.5.0) === | ||
'''March 24, 2005''' Download: [ | '''March 24, 2005''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611825/150.PBP] | ||
Support for: | Support for: | ||
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====1.51==== | ====1.51==== | ||
'''May 18, 2005''' | '''May 18, 2005''' | ||
*Security update to patch [[KXploit]] exploit | *Security update to patch [[KXploit]] exploit | ||
====1.52==== | ====1.52==== | ||
'''June 15, 2005''' | '''June 15, 2005''' | ||
*Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | *Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | ||
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===2.00=== | ===2.00=== | ||
'''September 1, 2005''' Download | '''September 1, 2005''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611826/200.PBP] | ||
*Internet browser added under [network] | *Internet browser added under [network] | ||
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====2.01==== | ====2.01==== | ||
'''October 3, 2005''' Download: [ | '''October 3, 2005''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611827/201.PBP] | ||
*Security update to patch [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|TIFF exploit]]. | *Security update to patch [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|TIFF exploit]]. | ||
===2.50=== | ===2.50=== | ||
'''October 13, 2005''' Download: [ | '''October 13, 2005''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611829/250.PBP] | ||
*[LocationFree™ Player] added. | *[LocationFree™ Player] added. | ||
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===2.60=== | ===2.60=== | ||
'''November 29, 2005''' Download: [ | '''November 29, 2005''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611830/260.PBP] | ||
*Support for Audio RSS feeds under [network/RSS] | *Support for Audio RSS feeds under [network/RSS] | ||
===2.70=== | ===2.70=== | ||
'''April 25, 2006''' Download: [ | '''April 25, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611832/270.PBP] | ||
*Support for Adobe Flash player. | *Support for Adobe Flash player. | ||
====2.71==== | ====2.71==== | ||
'''May 30, 2006''' Download: [ | '''May 30, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611834/271.PBP] | ||
*Support to download Demos from the Web Browser. | *Support to download Demos from the Web Browser. | ||
===2.80=== | ===2.80=== | ||
'''July 27, 2006''' Download: [ | '''July 27, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611835/280.PBP] | ||
*Support for Video RSS feeds. | *Support for Video RSS feeds. | ||
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====2.81==== | ====2.81==== | ||
'''September 7, 2006''' Download: [ | '''September 7, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611836/281.PBP] | ||
*Support for memory sticks with a capacity of greater than 4GB. | *Support for memory sticks with a capacity of greater than 4GB. | ||
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====2.82==== | ====2.82==== | ||
'''October 26, 2006''' Download: [ | '''October 26, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139613681/282.PBP] | ||
*Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | *Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | ||
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===3.00=== | ===3.00=== | ||
'''November 21, 2006''' Download: [ | '''November 21, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139613798/300.PBP] | ||
*PlayStation 3 Remote Play. | *PlayStation 3 Remote Play. | ||
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====3.01==== | ====3.01==== | ||
'''Nov 22, 2006''' Download: [ | '''Nov 22, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139613973/301.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
====3.02==== | ====3.02==== | ||
'''Dec 6, 2006''' Download: [ | '''Dec 6, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614081/302.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
====3.03==== | ====3.03==== | ||
'''December 20, 2006''' Download: [ | '''December 20, 2006''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614204/303.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
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===3.10=== | ===3.10=== | ||
'''January 30, 2007''' Download: [ | '''January 30, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614322/310.PBP] | ||
*Dynamic normalizer. | *Dynamic normalizer. | ||
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====3.11==== | ====3.11==== | ||
'''February 8, 2007''' Download: [ | '''February 8, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614417/311.PBP] | ||
*Reset option for [[PlayStation Network titles]]. | *Reset option for [[PlayStation Network titles]]. | ||
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===3.30=== | ===3.30=== | ||
'''March 28, 2007''' Download: [ | '''March 28, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614526/330.PBP] | ||
*Support for thumbnail images within RSS channel and in video folder. | *Support for thumbnail images within RSS channel and in video folder. | ||
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===3.40=== | ===3.40=== | ||
'''April 20, 2007''' Download: [ | '''April 20, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614634/340.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
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===3.50=== | ===3.50=== | ||
'''May 31, 2007''' Download: [ | '''May 31, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614711/350.PBP] | ||
*Allows Remote Play to be used via an internet connection. | *Allows Remote Play to be used via an internet connection. | ||
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====3.51==== | ====3.51==== | ||
'''June 29, 2007''' Download: [ | '''June 29, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614852/351.PBP] | ||
*2007 [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|Illuminati exploit]] has been patched | *2007 [[Known Exploits and Vulnerabilities|Illuminati exploit]] has been patched | ||
====3.52==== | ====3.52==== | ||
'''July 24, 2007''' Download: [ | '''July 24, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139614957/352.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
===3.60=== | ===3.60=== | ||
'''September 10, 2007''' Download: | '''September 10, 2007''' Download: N/A Initial Firmware for [[PSP Slim]] | ||
'''Only for [[PSP Slim]]''' | '''Only for [[PSP Slim]]''' | ||
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===3.70=== | ===3.70=== | ||
'''September 11, 2007''' Download: [ | '''September 11, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615077/370.PBP] | ||
'''First "Universal" Firmware for the [[Original PSP]] and the [[PSP Slim]]''' | '''First "Universal" Firmware for the [[Original PSP]] and the [[PSP Slim]]''' | ||
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====3.71==== | ====3.71==== | ||
'''September 13, 2007''' Download: [ | '''September 13, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615201/371.PBP] | ||
*Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | *Revisions to strengthen security have been added. | ||
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====3.72==== | ====3.72==== | ||
'''October 30, 2007''' Download: [ | '''October 30, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615285/372.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] expanded. | ||
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====3.73==== | ====3.73==== | ||
'''November 29, 2007''' Download: [ | '''November 29, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615412/373.PBP] | ||
*Improved system stability by fixing problems where the [[UMD]] drive would occasionally suspend | *Improved system stability by fixing problems where the [[UMD]] drive would occasionally suspend | ||
===3.80=== | ===3.80=== | ||
'''December 17, 2007''' Download: [ | '''December 17, 2007''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615515/380.PBP] | ||
*Streaming internet radio player | *Streaming internet radio player | ||
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===3.90=== | ===3.90=== | ||
'''January 29, 2008''' Download: [ | '''January 29, 2008''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615650/390.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] has been expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] has been expanded. | ||
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====3.93==== | ====3.93==== | ||
'''March 18, 2008''' Download: [ | '''March 18, 2008''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615764/393.PBP] | ||
*Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] has been expanded. | *Support for [[PlayStation Network titles]] has been expanded. | ||
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====3.95==== | ====3.95==== | ||
'''April 8, 2008''' Download: [ | '''April 8, 2008''' Download: [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615853/395.PBP] | ||
*Support for PlayStation Network titles has been expanded | *Support for PlayStation Network titles has been expanded | ||
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====3.96==== | ====3.96==== | ||
'''June 4, 2008''' Download: | '''June 4, 2008''' Download: Only comes with the Hot Shots Golf 2 UMD | ||
'''First time a firmware has only been released on a [[UMD]]''' | '''First time a firmware has only been released on a [[UMD]]''' | ||
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===4.00=== | ===4.00=== | ||
'''June 18, 2008''' [ | '''June 18, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/139615971/400.PBP Download] | ||
*Google Search has been added as an icon under "Network". | *Google Search has been added as an icon under "Network". | ||
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====4.01==== | ====4.01==== | ||
'''June 25, 2008''' [ | '''June 25, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/139616118/401.PBP Download] | ||
*Display of search results under Internet Search has been improved for certain languages. | *Display of search results under Internet Search has been improved for certain languages. | ||
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====4.05==== | ====4.05==== | ||
'''July 13, 2008''' [ | '''July 13, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/139611003/405.PBP Download] | ||
*Added new visualization effect under [Music]. | *Added new visualization effect under [Music]. | ||
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===4.20=== | ===4.20=== | ||
'''October 14, 2008''' Download: | '''October 14, 2008''' Download: N/A Initial firmware for [[PSP-3000]] | ||
*[USB Auto-Connect] feature in [System Settings] under [Settings] | *[USB Auto-Connect] feature in [System Settings] under [Settings] | ||
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====4.21==== | ====4.21==== | ||
'''October 14, 2008''' Download: | '''October 14, 2008''' Download: N/A Initial firmware for [[PSP-3000]] | ||
*Patched a bug in libtiff. | *Patched a bug in libtiff. | ||
== 5.XX Kernel == | == 5.XX Kernel == | ||
===5.00=== | ===5.00=== | ||
'''October 15, 2008''' [ | '''October 15, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/154173870/500.PBP Download] | ||
'''First "Universal" Firmware for the [[Original PSP]], the [[PSP Slim]] and the [[PSP 3000]]''' | '''First "Universal" Firmware for the [[Original PSP]], the [[PSP Slim]] and the [[PSP 3000]]''' | ||
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====5.01==== | ====5.01==== | ||
'''October 22, 2008''' [ | '''October 22, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/156397511/501.PBP Download] | ||
*Fixed a bug where PSP owners using 8GB or 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duos get a message saying there is insufficient memory space on their Memory Sticks while downloading stuff from the PlayStation Store even when there is enough space. | *Fixed a bug where PSP owners using 8GB or 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duos get a message saying there is insufficient memory space on their Memory Sticks while downloading stuff from the PlayStation Store even when there is enough space. | ||
====5.02==== | ====5.02==== | ||
'''November 20, 2008''' [ | '''November 20, 2008''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/165575426/502.PBP Download] | ||
*System software stability during use of some features, including PlayStation(R)Store, has been improved. | *System software stability during use of some features, including PlayStation(R)Store, has been improved. | ||
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====5.03==== | ====5.03==== | ||
'''January 20, 2009''' [ | '''January 20, 2009''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/186438841/503.PBP Download] | ||
*System software stability during use of some features, including PlayStation(R)Store, has been improved. | *System software stability during use of some features, including PlayStation(R)Store, has been improved. | ||
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====5.05==== | ====5.05==== | ||
''' | '''February 19, 2009''' Download: Only comes on certain UMDs | ||
*Compatibility update for Idolm@ster SP and a few other games. | *Compatibility update for Idolm@ster SP and a few other games. | ||
===5.50=== | ===5.50=== | ||
'''April 21, 2009''' [ | '''April 21, 2009''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/223895666/550.PBP.html Download] | ||
*[Information Board] has been added | *[Information Board] has been added | ||
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====5.51==== | ====5.51==== | ||
'''June 11, 2009''' [ | '''June 11, 2009''' [http://rapidshare.com/files/243319810/551.PBP Download] | ||
*System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | *System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
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=== 5.55 === | === 5.55 === | ||
'''July 6, 2009''' Download: | '''July 6, 2009''' Download: Only comes on certain UMDs | ||
* Compatibility update for certain UMD games. For a list of those games, see Official Firmware 5.55 | * Compatibility update for certain UMD games. For a list of those games, see Official Firmware 5.55 | ||
== 6.XX Kernel == | == 6.XX Kernel == | ||
=== 6.00 === | === 6.00 === | ||
'''September 10, 2009''' | '''September 10, 2009''' Download | ||
* Games can now be grouped and displayed in folders based on their expire date under [Game]. | * Games can now be grouped and displayed in folders based on their expire date under [Game]. | ||
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=== 6.10 === | === 6.10 === | ||
'''September 30, 2009''' | '''September 30, 2009''' Download | ||
* Bluetooth Tethering for Internet Access. | * Bluetooth Tethering for Internet Access. | ||
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=== 6.20 === | === 6.20 === | ||
'''November 18, 2009''' | '''November 18, 2009''' | ||
* The 'Archer MaClean's Mercury Exploit' was patched. | * The 'Archer MaClean's Mercury Exploit' was patched. | ||
* Wireless LAN LED no longer flashes when online | * Wireless LAN LED no longer flashes when online | ||
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=== 6.30 === | === 6.30 === | ||
'''June 29, 2010''' | '''June 29, 2010''' | ||
* Games can now be sorted by their format (PSP, minis, PlayStation, PC Engine, and Neo Geo.) | * Games can now be sorted by their format (PSP, minis, PlayStation, PC Engine, and Neo Geo.) | ||
* PlayStation Plus compatibility. | * PlayStation Plus compatibility. | ||
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=== 6.31 === | === 6.31 === | ||
'''July 29, 2010''' | '''July 29, 2010''' | ||
* The system stability of certain titles has been improved | * The system stability of certain titles has been improved | ||
* Fixed a bug in Persona 3 Portable when games couldn't be played after the PSP was put in standby. | * Fixed a bug in Persona 3 Portable when games couldn't be played after the PSP was put in standby. | ||
=== 6.35 === | === 6.35 === | ||
'''November 24, 2010''' | '''November 24, 2010''' | ||
* The Hot Shots Golf Save Game Exploit was silently patched. | * The Hot Shots Golf Save Game Exploit was silently patched. | ||
* Prepares the PSP system for Qriocity, a cloud-based music service. | * Prepares the PSP system for Qriocity, a cloud-based music service. | ||
=== 6.36 === | === 6.36 === | ||
'''UMD Only First found on December 1, 2010''' | '''UMD Only First found on December 1, 2010''' | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
=== 6.37 === | === 6.37 === | ||
'''January 20, 2011''' | '''January 20, 2011''' | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
* The Everybody's Sukkiri #1 Save Game Exploit was patched. | * The Everybody's Sukkiri #1 Save Game Exploit was patched. | ||
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=== 6.38 === | === 6.38 === | ||
'''April 12, 2011''' | '''April 12, 2011''' | ||
* Allows access to the Qriocity service. | * Allows access to the Qriocity service. | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
=== 6.39 === | === 6.39 === | ||
'''May 24, 2011''' | '''May 24, 2011''' | ||
* Forces users to change their PlayStation Network password as a result of the PlayStation Network outage. | * Forces users to change their PlayStation Network password as a result of the PlayStation Network outage. | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
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'''Pre-installed Only | '''Pre-installed Only | ||
First found on August 16, 2011''' | First found on August 16, 2011''' | ||
This firmware is only available pre-installed on very early production PSP-E1000 models. | |||
* Support for PSP-E1000 model. | * Support for PSP-E1000 model. | ||
=== 6.60 === | === 6.60 === | ||
'''August 10, 2011''' | '''August 10, 2011''' | ||
First "universal" firmware version for all PSP models; PSP-1000, PSP-2000, PSP-3000, PSP-N1000 and PSP-E1000 series | First "universal" firmware version for all PSP models; PSP-1000, PSP-2000, PSP-3000, PSP-N1000 and PSP-E1000 series | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
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=== 6.61 === | === 6.61 === | ||
'''January 15, 2015''' | '''January 15, 2015''' | ||
* System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | * System software stability during use of some features has been improved. | ||
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http://fj01.psp.update.playstation.org/update/jp/psp-updatelist.txt | http://fj01.psp.update.playstation.org/update/jp/psp-updatelist.txt | ||
#SystemSoftwareVersion=6.60; | #SystemSoftwareVersion=6.60; |