Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.
Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.
Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.
It's hard to believe, but this November the Xbox 360 will turn 4-years old, and the Wii and PS3 will turn 3-years old. These consoles mark what's considered to be the seventh generation of video game consoles, and generally consoles are revamped every 4-7 years.
Back last March, over a year ago, we wrote about how Sony was developing a virtual world where Playstation users would be able to go to interact with others online. At the time, we knew that it was going to be a free download, users would be able to purchase accessories, but most importantly, it was expected to be available around the globe by the Fall of 2007.
Have you been wondering how the consoles have been stacking up against each other lately? Don't worry, you stataholics will be getting your fix in this article. Below you'll find the top selling hardware/consoles, and then also the top 10 games for the month of February 2008.
Playstation 3 users are getting all riled up because DivX support has officially been announced for the system. This will be sent out via a separate system software update sometime in future, which means existing PS3 owners will get a piece of the action.
Hoping to compete with navigation devices like the TomTom and Garmin, Sony has announced that coming in February 2008, they’ll be selling an accessory that will turn the PSP (Playstation Portable) into a navigation device.
Next generation consoles like the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 are packed with new features and capabilities that set them apart and place them in the “Next Gen” category, yet a recent study indicates that a good chunk of these console owners really don’t know everything their system can do. If you don’t know what your system is capable of, you’re certainly not going to be able to take full advantage of your purchase.
Mods chips are the focal point of recent raids here in the U.S. by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to an announcement issued by ICE, over 32 warrants were issued, and homes and businesses were raided in 16 different states.
Usually you hear of the eBay auctions gone awry when the buyer receives something that they didn’t expect like an empty box, or the item in terrible condition. I think this is one of the only times where I’ve heard of someone being satisfied with what came in the box, even though it wasn’t exactly what they purchased.
Late last week there was a lot of chatter going on that Sony was going to be dropping the Playstation 3 price. A Circuit City add for the week of July 15th displaying the PS3 at a decently reduced price gave further indication that it was coming, but Sony never confirmed it, and in fact they denied it.
Blu-ray continues to get a few more people on their side in the battle with HD DVD. Just two weeks ago, Blockbuster decided to lend support to Blu-ray because next month when Blockbuster increases their selection of high definition DVD’s, Blu-ray was chosen as the format. This was viewed as another victory for Blu-Ray, and another slap in the face for HD DVD.
The next time you go into a Gamestop store, you may get a little extra pressure to purchase a PlayStation 3. Gamer’s Reports is reporting that their source at Gamestop says that Sony is running a contest for Gamestop managers. In other words, they’re bribing managers to step-up their game and sell more PS3’s.
Sony has made the ultimate decision to discontinue the 20GB version of their Playstation 3 in North America. While it was the cheaper model, consumers so far have shown that they prefer the 60GB model.
February sales numbers are in, and according to NPD, a Market Research Firm, the Wii out-sold any other game console. And so far, they’re right on track to out-ship and out-sell both the Xbox 360 and the PS3 in 2007 as the International Data Corporation originally predicted.
Sony has responded to complaints that they’re lacking in the online support area by introducing Playstation Home. The virtual world which reminds me a lot of Second Life will allow users to have virtual avatars, virtual homes, and live together in different environments, both private and public.
If you’re looking for a great way to spend the rest of your Sunday afternoon, maybe you should do it playing some Grand Theft Auto (GTA). There is no doubt that GTA is best known for it’s car stealing madness as you rush around trying to avoid the cops and complete the jobs you’re hired to do…but that is what makes it so fun!
According to DigiTimes, none of the latest game consoles including the Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, or PS3 will stand King of the Hill over the market like the PS2 previously did. The PS2 reigned over the market for quite a while, but this time around, it will be shared.
Kotaku is a popular gaming blog that is part of the same network as Gizmodo and Lifehacker, and today they have been on a rollercoaster ride with Sony. Seeing that they are so popular there is no doubt that Sony would want to be on their good side to help promote future product releases, but Kotaku did something that Sony wasn’t too fond of.
