Sony PSP firmware 3.93 is now available for download from Network Update. From the changelog, the update is offering enhanced support for PlayStation Network titles.

Additionaly, there are 20 new internet radio players that have been added to the PSP’s Internet Radio feature. However, this information is not mentioned in the changelog.

Click here to download PSP Firmware 3.93

Good news to all Sony PlayStation 3 owners, Sony has released PS3 firmware 2.17 and it is now available for download from the PlayStation Network (PSN).

However, the update merely improves the “operating stability” on some online PS3 titles.

Microsoft and Sony are reported to be discussing a potential future marriage for Blu-ray and the XBOX 360.

If you will remember, Microsoft is competing with Sony’s PlayStation 3 and it has backed Toshiba’s HD-DVD format and offered an HD-DVD drive that can be plugged into their 360. Microsoft has even said no toXBOX 360 Blu Ray support.

Whether the result of this discussion is an integrated component for 360 console or just an external drive which can be bought off the shelf, it would make 360 users out there more happy if Blu Ray becomes available to XBOX 360.

Now that Linux has been made to run on PS3 systems, the GameCube Linux project has released a “proof of concept” Linux distribution for the Nintendo Wii gaming console.

Powered by a 729MHz PowerPC processor, Wii hardware running Linux can be used as a thin client, multimedia terminal, server, or platform for “homebrew” computer games.

Currently, an Mp3 player and an emulator of Super Nintendo games have already been ported while more applications are expected to be created as the flood gates are open for Linux based homebrew apps on the Wii.

The procedure to install Linux on the Wii does not require any hardware hacks or mod chips. You need the right copy of the game Zelda, Gamecube SD Card Adapter and a 1GB or higher SD card.

Below are the requirements you’ll need to install Linux on Nintendo Wii gaming console:

• Nintendo Wii
• SD card
• SD card adapter for the Nintendo GameCube
• USB Gecko adapter
• Twilight Hack
• the Nintendo Wii Proof of Concept code

Sony PSP’s latest firmware update which includes Skype VoIP chat software has arrived in North America and Europe.The chat software, which is only compatible with the PSP Slim because of its increased internal memory allows users to call other Skype members for free.

Aside from PSP Slim, other requirements for Skype chat software to work include Wi-Fi, memory stick and microphone headset.

The 3.90 firmware can be obtained by selecting Network Update from the PSP’s settings menu. The firmware can be found in Sony’s official system update page.

The launch of Skype for PSP in Japan, which is originally scheduled last week of January will be delayed for a simple reason that “two microphone products did not meet the Skype specifications“. Because of this event, Sony has decided to delay the Skype feature in Japan. The good news is that the US and Europe launch will not be affected by this setback.

Please read the official announcement below:

SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN TO POSTPONE THE RELEASE OF MICROPHONE PRODUCTS FOR PSP® (PLAYSTATION®PORTABLE)

Tokyo, January 23, 2008 – Sony Computer Entertainment Japan (SCEJ), a division of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) responsible for business operations in Japan, today announced that it would postpone the release of two microphone products for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable), SINGLE PACK (with one microphone, PSPJ-15010) and TWIN PACK (with two microphones, PSPJ-15011), scheduled to be released in Japan on Thursday, January 24th, 2008.

SCEJ planned to release the microphone along with the introduction of Skype™ features for the new slim and light PSP (PSP-2000). However, it was found that the microphone did not meet the Skype specifications in part to obtain certification and SCEJ has determined to postpone the release of the microphone. New release date will be announced as soon as decided.

With this, SCEJ has also reached a decision to postpone the introduction of the Skype features and services in Japan, scheduled in late January as part of the system software update for PSP. Solutions to enable users to start using Skype features and services on their PSP are being sought for and will be announced in due course.