Hellcat programmer published the first version of his recovery program, which he christened Recovery flasher. The goal of this program is to create a Reinstalling the custom firmware without Pandora battery. Recovery flasher is removed from the recovery of the PSP menu on the menu item Run program at / PSP / GAME / RECOVERY / EBOOT.PBP started, and from there you have various options: 

• Custom Firmware 3.71 M33-3 install 
• Flashes create backup 
• XMB design settings 
• Settings 
• PSN serial numbers recover 

To firmware 3.71 M33-3 to install, the 3.71 update in RECOVERY folder. Learn more about this entnehmt her the readme. 

 Download: Hellcat’s Recovery Flasher

Have you ever stolen candy from a baby? Have you ever thought about it? Well homebrew developer, crait , allows you to come close to that experience with his very first release of ChildBeGone. With this program you can "keep other people* from seeing your private files, updating your PSP, deleting your files, or generally playing with your PSP while you are not watching".

While it's technically not stealing candy from a baby, it's at least stealing the opportunity for someone to enjoy your PSP without your permission! You may even make someone end up like the poor little boy in this article. That's gotta get your evil juices flowing!

What's particularly special about this program is that you can display your own personal message to someone who is trying to use your PSP. Have a younger sibling and want to tell them off? You get the picture.

To download ChildBeGone and read other information about this application, click the link below.

  [ ChildBeGone Release Thread ]

TVersity 1.0 RC2 has just been released lately, with some much needed features added, as well as some enjoyable ones. One of my most favorite changes has to be the support for album art. The image isn't limited to the icon that Windows Media Player or Winamp produce, but you can also use your own art by using the naming convention included in the readme. While this release isn't a full on v1.0 release, it is still very close. The album art interface is also not limited to Wiis but any HTML (PS3's, Blackberries, iPhones, PSP's, etc.) and Flash (Wii!) interface. Here is the changelog for your viewing pleasure:

Download [ TVersity v1.0RC2 ]
Via [ Tversity ]

It looks like a few leaked shots of supposed new PSP model have hit the internet. In addition to the images, it was also revealed that the new model is packing a built-in microphone, new "Home" button that better resembles the PS3, and even the potential for having phone support. That's all well and good, but what about those internal HDD rumblings we've been hearing? If you had revealed that, then maybe I could actually be excited about a potential product refresh. Is it just me, or do anonymous sources always seem to disappoint?

[ PSP China ] via [ Kotaku ]

Sony has been seriously considering the addition of hard drives to new PSPs. This idea has been going around for a fairly long time in the Sony managemnent. A quote from Jack Tretton, President and CEO of Sony Somputer Entertainment America pretty much confirms this.

"I think we definitely thought about it [Adding harddrives to PSPs], I think that's the trend moving forward."

Will this pose problems for homebrew? Will this give Sony any sort of sales boost? We'll just have to wait and see.

Sony has released PSP Firmware 4.05 to the public.  Not much is known about this firmware, besides the obvious added visualizers.  Check it out:

UPDATE: Thanks to 1/-0 , we know more about this firmware. Sadly, this update benefits only Japanese PSP owners.

Here are the changes:

*Added new visualization effect under [Music]. 

Slim-only features: 

* Up to 8 programs may now be scheduled for record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only) 
* You may now set up a whole series of programs to record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only) 
* You may now record TV using the One-segment TV Tuner without having to also watch it (Japanese version only) 

Via [ Engadget ]

So it's finally here, the 2008 E3 Media & Business Summit. Today is the day. It will last until the 16th. But what can you expect for the next few days? Well, for starters, you won't here anything today about Sony. Microsoft and Electronic Arts will be dishing it out at 10:30 am PT / 1:30 pm ET and 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET respectfully. But tomorrow on the 15th, we'll see what Sony brings to the table.

For the PS3, you may hear new information about games like God of War III or possibly Heavenly Sword 2, but don't hold your breath on the second one. You may also hear about future firmware expectations as well as coverage on the new 2.41 firmware. If I had to put my money where my mouth is, I'd say Sony will also discuss the "Greatest Hits" collection. Japan already has it, and Europe is getting it soon, so it seems like a worthy mention.

For the PSP developments, things are very up-in-air. I think we will definitely be hearing about a Patapon 2 and/or Loco Roco 2 in the works since Sony wants to show it cares about UMD sales.I think we'll also hear big developments from Ubisoft. They are planning to release a whopping 12 PSP titles this fiscal year, and so far these have remained secret. Rayman is expected, but what else? I think we're going to find out! I also expect that Sony will talk more about downloadable content. Sony seems like they are aiming to make the PS Store accessible directly from the PSP itself instead of only on computer. It would be interesting if Sony revealed a "PSP Trophy" system similar to PS3 Trophies and Xbox Achievements, but that's not likely. Lastly, I'm wondering how Sony plans to market the PSP through the holiday season. New colors, bundles, accessories? I guess we'll have to wait until the 14th! Gamespot will have live coverage here, so enjoy!

Via [ Gamespot ]  [ PSPFanBoy ]  [ Joystiq ]  [ Sony ]  [ e3summit08 ]