Why did Sony remove Linux from PS3?

Linux ("Other OS" iirc) was removed in an (admittedly heavy handed) attempt to lock down the PS3 to prevent piracy. Both features were very niche to be honest, and despite the very vocal uproar in very small corners of the internet, most people didn't care.

Why did Sony get rid of backwards compatibility?

Simply put, money. Sony has made the PlayStation 5 backward compatible with PlayStation 4 games, but anything older they want you to pay for. They have heavily invested in their streaming service and one way to make money with it is to have the only way to play old classic games on new hardware through that service.

How long will Sony support ps3?

"Due to the depletion of parts inventory, we will no longer be able to provide after-sales service for the PlayStation 3 CECH-4300 series main unit and all PlayStation 3 peripherals on April 30, 2022 (Saturday). If you are considering applying for this service, please make your request as soon as possible!"

Is Sony discontinuing ps3?

Sony: 'It's clear that we made the wrong decision here. So today I'm happy to say that we will be keeping the PlayStation Store operational for PS3 and PS Vita devices. '

How much does Sony lose per PS3?

According to The Wall Street Journal, which examined Sony's fiscal third-quarter financial performance, the company loses 6 cents on "every dollar of PS3 hardware sales." Considering the PlayStation 3 current retails for $300, we can safely assume then, that the company loses about $18 per unit.

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How much money did Sony lose on the PS3?

According to Cousins' report on Kotaku, Microsoft has spent some $2.996bn on Xbox 360 since it launched in 2005, while Sony has fared worse, spending $4.951 billion on PS3. Both figures are a loss, and you can see an overview of both company's losses in Cousins's financial table here.

Will PS5 ever support PS3?

FAQs. Can I use a PS3 disk on my PS5? No, using a PS3 game disk will not work on the PS5.

Why can't PS5 run PS3?

The underlying architecture of the PS3 is cited as the major reason Sony hasn't pursue backwards compatibility in the PS4 and PS5. As Modern Vintage Gamer explains, the PS4 featured an underpowered Jaguar CPU incapable of properly emulating PS3 games.

Is PS3 still being updated?

Yes, in 2023. Sony has released a PS3 firmware update, version 4.90. There's nothing fancy in the update--it improves system performance and requires a minimum 200 MB of free space on the PS3 hard drive or storage media.

How much RAM did the PS3 have?

PlayStation 3 has 256 MB of XDR DRAM main memory and 256 MB of GDDR3 video memory for the RSX.

Can PS3 run Windows?

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PS3 can't run Microsoft Windows or Apple's OS X but it can run Linux operating systems. There are many Linux varieties, but our favorite is Ubuntu.

What is the most backwards compatible PlayStation?

In announcing the PlayStation 5, Sony revealed that the console is fully backward compatible with the PS4. This means you can play PlayStation 4 games on a PlayStation 5; you can even use some PS4 hardware with the PS5.

Why can't Sony keep up with PS5?

First is the global health crisis. The global pandemic caused another problem: a global chip shortage. Many chip manufacturers haven't been able to supply as many semiconductor chips which would help PS5 production meet the gamers' demand.

Why is Sony cutting back on PS5?

The reason? The ongoing chip shortage — yep, that's still a major issue — and shipping delays across the global supply chain. And based on Sony's decision to cut its PS5 shipments forecast by some 3.3 million units in fiscal year 2022, it's not going to get easier to snag a console soon.

Why PS3 doesn't support PS2?

All backwards compatible PS3s are "fat," but not all fat PS3s are backwards compatible. If you have a fat PS3, check the number of USB ports on the front of the PS3. If the PS3 has four USB ports, it is backwards compatible. If it has two USB ports, it cannot play PS2 discs.

What would happen if I put a PS3 game in a PS5?

Physical disc versions of PS3 games are not backward compatible with the PS5; therefore, to play PS3 games on a PS5 console, you need to stream via the cloud. A PS3 game can only be streamed and played on your PS5 console if you subscribe to Playstation Now, which gives you access to the PS3 library.

Why doesn't PS4 support PS3 games?

PlayStation 4 consoles don't have the hardware of the PS3, so they can't run the older games natively. And Sony decided it wasn't worthwhile to build a software emulator to handle the older titles, leaving the PS4 only able to play PS4 games. The PS4 can't play PS2 or original PlayStation discs, either.

Is PS3 backwards compatibility coming?

The answer is Yes. All PS3 consoles are backward compatible with PS1 games. This means you can play original Spyro, Metal Gear Solid, and Crash Bandicoot games on your HDTV or through a projector without any upscale or special HDMI adapters.

Is a PS5 Pro coming?

When can we expect it? We have seen some reports that suggests a PS5 Pro may hit shelves around late 2023 or 2024. That's a long time to wait, but before that we may see a PS5 with a detachable disc drive.

Will PS3 ever be worth money?

A used PS3 is worth between $40.00 – $650.00 depending on condition and if the console comes with all its original cables. Like every antique, treasured heirloom, or piece of art, a PS3 will vary in price depending on its condition.

Is Sony losing the console war?

According to Microsoft, Sony is the "industry leader", which is to say that it has conceded and lost the console wars. Microsoft's reply comes as it tries to convince regulatory bodies of its attempt to purchase Activision Blizzard and how it's in everybody's best interests.

Is Sony being sued for 5 billion over PlayStation Store prices?

Sony is being sued for £5 billion ($5.9 billion) over the price of its online PlayStation Store prices, with the plaintiff claiming Sony is over-charging consumers and abusing its position as the primary seller of PlayStation games digitally.