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The native operating system of the PlayStation 4 is Orbis OS, which is a fork of FreeBSD version 9.0 which was released on January 12, 2012. [6] [7] The software development kit (SDK) is based on LLVM and Clang, [8] which Sony has chosen due to its conformant C and C++ front-ends, C++11 support, compiler optimization and diagnostics. [9]
The PlayStation 3 is forward compatible with the DualShock 4 (originally only via a microUSB cable). Firmware update 4.60 for the PS3 adds wireless connectivity; however, motion and vibration functions are not supported. [35] As the START and SELECT buttons are no longer present, the OPTIONS and SHARE buttons respectively replace them.
System software version 3.0 was released on 1 September 2009. Shortly after its release, a number of users complained that the system update caused their system's Blu-ray drive to malfunction. In addition, John Kennedy of Florida filed a class action suit against Sony Computer Entertainment America(SCEA).
Users can play using a DualShock 3 controller [24] (with functionality for DualShock 4 controllers added with the 3.10 firmware update released on March 25, 2014 [25]), although due to the difference in features between the controller and the handheld, certain games are not compatible with PS Vita TV, such as those that are dependent on the ...
In April 2010, a firmware update was released for the PS3 that allowed Remote Play between it and the Sony VAIO brand desktops and laptops and Sony Xperia brand smartphones and tablets as well. [3] Remote Play is not limited to a nearby connection; it may be used "outside your home" using the Internet when both devices are paired and connected ...
On 23 August 2010, details of a new update (version 2.01) were revealed. While part of the update is free, an unlock key must be purchased from the PlayStation Store in order to access some of the features (listed below). [15] The update was released on 17 November 2010. [16] The following premium services are offered with the 2.01 update:
Firmware update 3.30 officially allowed PS3 titles to be played in 3D, requiring a compatible display for use. [108] System software update 3.50 prepared it for 3D films. [ 109 ] While the game itself must be programmed to take advantage of the 3D technology, titles may be patched to add in the functionality retroactively.
The web browser is a version of the NetFront browser made by Access Co. Ltd. and was released for free with the 2.00 system software update. [4] The browser supports most common web technologies, such as HTTP cookies , forms , CSS , as well as basic JavaScript capabilities.