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Quite the update this one, adding some new features (some known and a couple of surprises) to the already feature heavy Playstation 3. Some of the hightlights are the ability to purchase a Playstation Plus subscription, improved network connectivity, and a Video editor and uploader. Additionally, a firmware update for the PSP (Ver 6.30) has also been released.

PlayStation Plus: As previously detailed, Playstation Plus will allow subscribers access to exclusive features and offers, and can be acquired as of this update. Some features include:

* Games & Special Offers – access to great games every month worth over $400 a year, exclusive discount on PlayStation Store and early access to demos and beta trails.
* Exclusive Content – download and keep loads of new and exclusive premium avatars, dynamic themes and game add-ons.
* Full Game Trial – Try full games each month for a limited period before you decide whether to buy them.
* Automatic Download – Set your PS3 to automatically wake up, download and install all of your game updates, new game demos and even download the latest system software. All without you lifting a finger.
* Limited Special Offer – To celebrate the launch of PlayStation Plus we are also offering users the chance to get hold of LittleBigPlanet completely free. Simply sign up for a 1 year membership between now (29th) and the 3rd August 2010 and a downloadable copy of the award winning PS3 game is yours to keep forever.

Photo Gallery: Network based photo sharing is now available in Photo Gallery. Upload, browse and comment photos on Facebook and Picasa. Photos can also be shared among friends

Video Editor & Uploader: Edit and upload videos stored on your PS3 to Facebook and You Tube, and can be found on the XMB.

PlayStation Store Five Star Rating Support: Now you can rate PlayStation Store content you have purchased with one to five star ratings.

Power Save Settings: The default setting for PS3 System Auto-Off will be set at 2 hours, and now you'll have additional power save options to try and help you save some money on your electricity bills.

So why wait? Beg your ISP for some bandwidth and get downloading!!

The official release article can be found at the Playstation website, here.