Sony releases PSP firmware 4.05: expanded visualizer support *Update*

Not long after the release of Sony‘s PlayStation Portable Firmware 4.0, a new firmware update seems to be on the rise yet again. Eric Lempel, Director of PlayStation Network Operations, recently announced on the PlayStation Blog that PSP firmware update v4.05 will be released very soon. Find out the specifics of the new Firmware v4.05 in our full article.

*Update* PSP FW 4.05 is out. Changelog in full article.

With the recent release of the PlayStation Portable Firmware 4.0, Sony was quick to announce the imminent arrival of its new version 4.05 firmware update. For those of you who enjoy using your handheld as your primary music device, you will definitely get a kick out of the latest update.

Eric Lempel, Director of PlayStation Network Operations, announced on the PlayStation Blog that PSP firmware update v4.05 will include new visualizers for music playback, among other features. There weren’t any specifics given on what exactly the new additions were going to be like, but he assured everyone that we’ll be able to find out more about it once v4.05 is released.

In any case, we’ll be keeping an eye out for any news regarding the upcoming firmware update. Make sure to drop by again just in case we find out any new information on it.

*Update* Nice! We finally got word that PSP FW 4.05 is finally released – yeah we know we’re a bit late on this (y’know how hectic the E3 event is…)! Following Eric Lempel’s announcement just a few minutes ago, we now get confirmation of what’s new with FW 4.05 – turns out to be quite a skimpy update. Check out the changelog:

New or revised features in system software version 4.05

Music

• The number of visual player patterns that can be used has been increased.

Note:

• This system software update includes all features contained in previous versions.
• The new system software will preserve any settings previously made to the PSP (such as the Parental Control level).
• Depending on the software title, you may not be able to play without first updating the PSP system software.
• Do not perform updates using any data other than the official update data provided by Sony Computer Entertainment over a network or on disc media, and do not perform updates by methods other than those described in the product documentation or in this site. If an update is performed using data from another source, by another method, or with a PSP system that has been altered or modified in any way, the PSP system may not operate properly and may not be able to install the official update data. Any of these actions may void the PSP system warranty and affect your ability to obtain warranty services and repair services from Sony Computer Entertainment.

Many thanks to jik131, GmDude66, chessboxer, DaNoob, jj_ob, zakir8 for the tips!