New firmware updates went live today for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita consoles, and they don’t just improve system stability like the most recent updates released for both systems. Game.
PlayStation 3 4.89 and PlayStation Vita 3.74 firmware updates, according to online reportsactually remove functionality from both systems, as they disable account creation, remove some account management settings, and require two-factor authentication to log in. Accounts created on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, as well as via the official PlayStation Network website, can be used without any limitations on mainstream Sony systems.
A new system software update for #PlayStation Vita (now 3.74) and #PS3 (now 4.89) just released.
Changes for both systems:
– Removed account creation from PS3/Vita
– Removed some account management settings
– Device password required for connection
While disappointing, the changes introduced to the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita systems via the latest firmware updates aren’t exactly surprising. Last year, Sony removed the ability to purchase PlayStation Store content with credit and debit cards through the systems themselves, forcing users to use PlayStation Network Cards to top up their credit to purchase games. digital games. The PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita stores are also no longer accessible through a web browser.
