Coming soon in a system software update
There was no sign of DivX support in the latest PS3 firmware update,despite DivX CEO, Kevin Hall hinting that support was just around the corner. He revealed earlier this month that developers could now take advantage of the decoder technology after updating their SDK to version 2.0.It looks like consumers aren't going to have to wait much longer after a press release from DivX confirmed that the technology will indeed support DivX video playback.
"We are excited to work with Sony Computer Entertainment to bring DivX to PS3," said Kevin Hell, CEO of DivX, Inc."Our technology will expand the multimedia functionality of PS3 by enabling users to enjoy access to the broad library of content in the DivX digital media format."
From the press release:
Products that bear the DivX Certified logo have undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX media experience that includes reliable video playback and excellent visual quality. DivX is currently working to certify PS3 and deliver a superior digital media technology to consumers in the near future. Current PS3 end users will be able to add DivX functionality to their systems via a separate system software update at a forthcoming date. PS3 game title developers will be able to utilize DivX's decoder technology by updating the system software of PS3's Software Development Kit to version 2.00, which was released by SCE on November 2nd.
