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Hello World! I've been reporting on Sony PlayStation hacking news since 2000 and started PSXHAX in 2014 to cover PlayStation (PSX), PlayStation 2 (PS2), PlayStation 3 (PS3), PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation Portable (PSP), PlayStation Vita (PS Vita), PlayStation TV (PS TV) and next-gen PlayStation 5 (PS5) platforms along with anything else of interest.
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LibPSVR: C Library for Morpheus (PlayStation VR) by Adawarp
Just over a week ago we reported on PSVR Part I of Reverse-Engineering Sony's PlayStation VR, and now adawarp followed up with a C library for Morpheus (PlayStation VR) called LibPSVR for PS4 developers! 
Download: libpsvr-master.zip / GIT
From the README.md: LibPSVR
C library for Morpheus (Playstation VR). Tested with Ubuntu 15.10 + libusb-1.0.20.
Build
Example
OS X (El Capitan)
For quick start, use brew before build.
You will need to unload kernel modules manually.
Download: libpsvr-master.zip / GIT
From the README.md: LibPSVR
C library for Morpheus (Playstation VR). Tested with Ubuntu 15.10 + libusb-1.0.20.
Build
Code:
$ ./build.sh
Code:
$ gcc example.c -I/path_to_psvr_h -L/path_to_libpsvr_so -lpsvrFor quick start, use brew before build.
Code:
$ brew install pkg-config libusb
Code:
$ sudo kextunload -b com.apple.driver.usb.IOUSBHostHIDDevice
Ferrox PS3 Custom Firmware 4.81 COBRA 7.3 by Alexander
Yesterday we saw PS3 CFW FERROX 4.81 v1.0 Standard CEX, and today following his previous revision PlayStation 3 developer @Alexanderss returns with Ferrox PS3 Custom Firmware 4.81 COBRA 7.3 followed by version 1.01 with some bug fixes!
Download: CEXFERROX480COBRA730_FINAL.PUP (195.1 MB)
Mega Mirror: MEGA - Custom Firmware FERROX 4.81 COBRA 7.3 (195.1 MB) / CEXFERROXCOBRA_481_101.PUP (197.8 MB) / CEXFERROX481COBRA_noBD.PUP (197.8 MB)
v1.00 PUP MD5: cfa9e3e52c164251c3d96dc1cc6e8d17
v1.01 PUP MD5: fefd7c0882ccdcbfb6ba39301bef0b80
v1.01 PUP MD5 (NoBD): e0398e15288b520e45d954276d2749b4
To quote from LizZo, roughly translated on the changes: Release - Custom Firmware FERROX 4.81 COBRA 7.3
We told you a short, and so it was! Here we present the new version of Custom Firmware 4.81 FERROX COBRA 7.3
The full version of COBRA FERROX made his debut from Firmware 4.80. It must be said that has been very well accepted in the community, and this gives us a great pleasure to all of us of Cybermodding, but above all to its Developer Alexander. So here we are, punctual as always, a few hours after the release of OFW 4.81.
CFW COBRA implements functions Extras, as you already know. If you do not know the functions of COBRA, just below we will list! Meanwhile, let's see the characteristics of this FERROX COBRA.
FEATURES:
Download: CEXFERROX480COBRA730_FINAL.PUP (195.1 MB)
Mega Mirror: MEGA - Custom Firmware FERROX 4.81 COBRA 7.3 (195.1 MB) / CEXFERROXCOBRA_481_101.PUP (197.8 MB) / CEXFERROX481COBRA_noBD.PUP (197.8 MB)
v1.00 PUP MD5: cfa9e3e52c164251c3d96dc1cc6e8d17
v1.01 PUP MD5: fefd7c0882ccdcbfb6ba39301bef0b80
v1.01 PUP MD5 (NoBD): e0398e15288b520e45d954276d2749b4
To quote from LizZo, roughly translated on the changes: Release - Custom Firmware FERROX 4.81 COBRA 7.3
We told you a short, and so it was! Here we present the new version of Custom Firmware 4.81 FERROX COBRA 7.3
The full version of COBRA FERROX made his debut from Firmware 4.80. It must be said that has been very well accepted in the community, and this gives us a great pleasure to all of us of Cybermodding, but above all to its Developer Alexander. So here we are, punctual as always, a few hours after the release of OFW 4.81.
CFW COBRA implements functions Extras, as you already know. If you do not know the functions of COBRA, just below we will list! Meanwhile, let's see the characteristics of this FERROX COBRA.
FEATURES:
- Built on the basis of OFW 4.81 SONY.
- PSN / SEN Enabled.
- Update from any possibility of CFW (CEX).
- Ability to Upgrade from OFW 3.55.
- Ability to Downgrade from any CFW with QA active Flags.
- QA Flags active if previously enabled.
- FEATURE - Added COBRA PATCH 7.30!
- FEATURE - Compatibility PS2 games.
- FEATURE - Compatibility with the 'latest version of ReactPSN.
- FEATURE - RSOD Bypass Screen Console sufferers...
PS3DumpChecker Latest Build and PyPS3tools Updates by Littlebalup
Following Sony's recent PS3 System Software 4.81 and his previous release, today PlayStation 3 developer littlebalup updated both the PS3DumpChecker and PyPS3tools GITs with the latest build of PS3DumpChecker and PyPS3tools that support version 4.81 OFW followed by 4.82 Firmware support with more revisions and the changes below.
Since the release of 4.83 Firmware he's also updated PS3DumpChecker.exe and PyPS3checker v0.9.1 again below alongside 4.84 Firmware adding support for it as well.
Download: PyPS3tools-master.zip / PS3DumpChecker.exe (Latest Versions)
From the README.md: PS3DumpChecker
A PS3 NOR/NAND Dump Checker/Verifier
NOTE: Nobody takes ANY responsibility for any false negative/false positive given by this app, the responsibilty that your dump is valid is YOURS and yours alone... this tool should be treated as an easy way to make a quick check to see if it's at all worth looking closer at, to really verify your dump read the latest information here: Validating_flash_dumps
You may use this tool any way you like, you may also use the code on this repo any way you like If you find any bugs let me know so i can fix them! if i don't hear about bugs i can't fix them
swizzy[at]xeupd.com is my e-mail if you have any bug reports to give or just wanna talk... I'm also available on the irc network...
Since the release of 4.83 Firmware he's also updated PS3DumpChecker.exe and PyPS3checker v0.9.1 again below alongside 4.84 Firmware adding support for it as well.
Download: PyPS3tools-master.zip / PS3DumpChecker.exe (Latest Versions)
From the README.md: PS3DumpChecker
A PS3 NOR/NAND Dump Checker/Verifier
NOTE: Nobody takes ANY responsibility for any false negative/false positive given by this app, the responsibilty that your dump is valid is YOURS and yours alone... this tool should be treated as an easy way to make a quick check to see if it's at all worth looking closer at, to really verify your dump read the latest information here: Validating_flash_dumps
You may use this tool any way you like, you may also use the code on this repo any way you like If you find any bugs let me know so i can fix them! if i don't hear about bugs i can't fix them
swizzy[at]xeupd.com is my e-mail if you have any bug reports to give or just wanna talk... I'm also available on the irc network...
Playerkp420 Dual Boot OFW 4.81 for PSN on PlayStation 3 Arrives
Following his previous release, today PlayStation 3 developer playerkp420 updated his Dual Boot OFW 4.81 for accessing PSN a bit safer on modified PlayStation 3 consoles.
Download: DB OFW 4.81.rar (196.61 MB)
MD5 Hash: 6C4451661E23DA441EAED7550E3682F0
Here is what's new from @playerkp420: Playerkp420 Dual Boot OFW 4.81
I whipped up a DB OFW 4.81 to share.
For those that don't know, this is for a safer way to play on PSN. It is suggested to have 2 hard drives. One for CFW, and one for this DB OFW. When you want to act like your PS3 is not jailbroken, insert DB OFW HDD and install Playerkp420 DB OFW 4.81. Then you can play as you are on OFW.
Then when you wish to go back to CFW, insert CFW HDD, and install your favorite CFW. It is important to keep your DB OFW HDD free of any homebrew apps. To prevent Sony from seeing them. Keep all your CFW stuff on your CFW HDD.
I personally tested this on my CECH-2501A, and my CECHA01. On both I went from Darknet 4.81 v1.00 to Playerkp420 DB OFW 4.81. Then back to Darknet 4.81 v1.00.
It is recommended anyway to boot to recovery menu after switching HDDs and installing either DB OFW or CFW with Option 6 every time you want to switch.
Don't just switch HDDs, because then your NOR/NAND Flash will still...
Download: DB OFW 4.81.rar (196.61 MB)
MD5 Hash: 6C4451661E23DA441EAED7550E3682F0
Here is what's new from @playerkp420: Playerkp420 Dual Boot OFW 4.81
I whipped up a DB OFW 4.81 to share.
- Made from OFW 4.81.
- ECDSA check patch applied to isoldr in lv0.
- ECDSA check patch applied to spu_pkg_rvk_verifier.
- Same metadata applied to keep the exact same size as OFW. (see pic below) Even all the encrypted files inside CoreOS are the same size.
- Can be installed over OFW 3.55 and any CFW with a lower or same version.
- While on this DB OFW 4.80, you can install any CFW with the same or higher Syscon version.
- Can only play disc based games and games downloaded from PSN. (Basically it is just like OFW, except you are able to go back to CFW without a hardware flasher.)
For those that don't know, this is for a safer way to play on PSN. It is suggested to have 2 hard drives. One for CFW, and one for this DB OFW. When you want to act like your PS3 is not jailbroken, insert DB OFW HDD and install Playerkp420 DB OFW 4.81. Then you can play as you are on OFW. Then when you wish to go back to CFW, insert CFW HDD, and install your favorite CFW. It is important to keep your DB OFW HDD free of any homebrew apps. To prevent Sony from seeing them. Keep all your CFW stuff on your CFW HDD.I personally tested this on my CECH-2501A, and my CECHA01. On both I went from Darknet 4.81 v1.00 to Playerkp420 DB OFW 4.81. Then back to Darknet 4.81 v1.00.
It is recommended anyway to boot to recovery menu after switching HDDs and installing either DB OFW or CFW with Option 6 every time you want to switch.
Don't just switch HDDs, because then your NOR/NAND Flash will still...
Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Free with PlayStation 4 Purchase
Today Sony announced that those who purchase a PlayStation 4 between November 4th-5th will also snag Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare for PS4 absolutely free! 
Below are the complete deets from PlayStation VP John Koller, to quote:
"To celebrate the launch of Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare on November 4, we’ve got a special promotion available at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada — buy a PS4 on November 4 through November 5 and get Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare free!
Pick up the new slimmer, lighter PS4 for $299.99 USD / $379.99 CAD at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada from November 4-5 and you’ll get a free copy of Infinity Ward’s latest addition to the Call of Duty series (check with your local retailer).
And if you pick up the Uncharted 4 PS4 bundle, you’ll get the new slimmer PS4, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, and Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare for just $299.99 / $379.99 CAD.
The PlayStation community just got a sneak peek at Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare during the recent beta on PS4, and I personally can’t wait to jump in and play on Friday. See you online!"
Below are the complete deets from PlayStation VP John Koller, to quote:
"To celebrate the launch of Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare on November 4, we’ve got a special promotion available at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada — buy a PS4 on November 4 through November 5 and get Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare free!
Pick up the new slimmer, lighter PS4 for $299.99 USD / $379.99 CAD at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada from November 4-5 and you’ll get a free copy of Infinity Ward’s latest addition to the Call of Duty series (check with your local retailer).
And if you pick up the Uncharted 4 PS4 bundle, you’ll get the new slimmer PS4, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, and Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare for just $299.99 / $379.99 CAD.
The PlayStation community just got a sneak peek at Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare during the recent beta on PS4, and I personally can’t wait to jump in and play on Friday. See you online!"