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OCZ’s New Firmware Offers 210% Performance for the Vertex 4 Series

Famous SSD manufacturer OCZ Technology Group, Inc. has just announced the launch of the new release candidate firmware v1.4RC, which dramatically improves the performance of its Vertex 4 SATA 3.0 Series SSDs. The most significant improvement is the fact that v1.4RC nearly doubles sequential write performance for lowe...

7 May 2012
14:01 GMT

Reminder: Firmware Update for Nintendo 3DS Available Worldwide

Nintendo has released a new firmware update for the 3DS handheld, adding folder support to the gaming platform while also introducing a new system which allows for software to be updated selectively. The Home Screen folder system will allow gamers to include up to 60 items in groups, making it easier to organize the...

25 April 2012
10:16 GMT

PlayStation Vita Gets Firmware Update 1.67

Video game publisher and hardware maker Sony has launched a new firmware update for its PlayStation Vita handheld, labeled 1.67, which is optional and can be downloaded by any user by going to the Settings tab of the console’s menu.The new update is not required in order to access the PlayStation Network and th...

13 April 2012
07:01 GMT

Crucial Releases New Firmware Update for the M4 SSD Series

Memory company Crucial, a subsidiary of Micron Technology Inc., has announced today the availability of its new “000F” version of firmware for the well-known m4 series of SSDs, on its official website. The m4 series is the successor of the famous RealSSD C300, the first SSD to be fully SATA III capable. ...

12 April 2012
04:49 GMT

Semplice Linux 2.0.2 Has Lots of Fixes

Semplice Linux, a GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian's Sid unstable branch with the goal to provide a simple, lightweight, fast and cool environment, has made it to version 2.0.0. The Semplice Project announced the release of Semplice 2.0.2, codenamed Emily, which comes with a few fixes and firmware support...

9 April 2012
09:53 GMT

PlayStation Vita Firmware 1.66 Now Available in Europe

Sony has just released a brand new firmware version for its PlayStation Vita handheld console, taking it to version 1.66 and solving a small problem that appeared after yesterday’s release of software 1.65.The PlayStation Vita has been around for over a month and, since then, Sony has relied on software updates...

4 April 2012
07:53 GMT

PlayStation Vita Firmware 1.65 Available Today

Sony will release later today a brand new firmware update for its recently launched PlayStation Vita handheld console, taking its software up to version 1.65. The PlayStation Vita appeared at the end of February and we’ve already shared our impressions of its hardware and software, while posting a few reviews ...

3 April 2012
04:26 GMT

Firmware 4.1.A.0.562 Gets Certified for Xperia Phones

As Sony Mobile is gearing up for the release of a new platform version to its Xperia devices launched last year, new firmware for these phones is receiving the necessary certification. PTCRB has just certified firmware 4.1.A.0.562 for four of Sony’s handsets set to taste the new Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich o...

2 April 2012
02:13 GMT

ASUS Transformer Prime Update Live

Remember that “awesome” update that ASUS promised for the Eee Pad Transformer Prime tablet? The one that totally failed to stay secret? Well here it is. Apparently, some users in the United States have managed to get the firmware update, and even our slates here in Europe got it. All it takes is ...

29 March 2012
10:27 GMT

Download Amazon 6.3 Kindle Fire Tablet Update

We know that many people own a Kindle Fire tablet from Amazon, and for them we have a piece of good news: the retailer has completed its latest software update for the slate. We'll get right into the thick of things and start listing the main benefits for those who want to get an overall idea of what they are ...

29 March 2012
04:49 GMT

Download the Latest Firmware for GoPro Hero Series Cameras

If you like the haute-tension footage of skillful motorbike riders, extreme skiers or snowboarders, rock-riding bikers and other similar breathtaking action, you should know that most of these movies have been shot using GoPro cameras. The GoPro cameras bear the (neat) name Hero, and we're now offering you the ...

27 March 2012
11:22 GMT

Samsung Galaxy Note Receives New Software Update

Owners of a Galaxy Note smartphone from Samsung are waiting for the release of the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich platform for their devices, but it appears that it might take a while before that happens. In the meantime, however, they can take advantage of a series of enhancements that the South Korean mobile pho...

19 March 2012
04:04 GMT

Download Firmware for Kingston SSDs

Since Kingston is one of the leading names in the memory industry and has been setting a lot of standards during its existence, it was of course just a matter of time until the red-faced man was to be seen on SSDs. Kingston brings forward no less than 4 large categories of SS drives, as follows: Consumer, Business, ...

2 March 2012
09:46 GMT

Sony Says Vita Has Long Term Anti-Piracy Plan

One of the biggest problems for the PlayStation Portable handheld from Sony has been piracy, which has driven quite a few developers and publishers away from the platform, and the company says it has learned from its mistakes and has made the new Vita platform better protected against pirates in the long term. Sony ...

22 February 2012
20:41 GMT

PlayStation Vita Firmware Update 1.61 Now Available for Download

Right before the official launch of the PlayStation Vita that’s set to happen tomorrow, February 22, Sony has deployed a fresh firmware update, which takes the software of the handheld console to version 1.61. Since the release of the PS Vita in Japan last December, Sony has deployed a few firmware updates tha...

21 February 2012
14:31 GMT

[UPDATE] ASUS Transformer Prime Actually Fixed by 9.4.2.14 Update

The latest firmware update to the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime tablet has finally reached outside the borders of the United States.We wrote about the 9.4.2.14 update last week, but the fix had yet to be deployed in Europe.Now, we can safely say that it has reached out dear old continent as well and, based on what w...

20 February 2012
08:11 GMT

Xbox 360 System Update 2.0.14717.0 Now Available for Download

Microsoft has just deployed a brand new system update for its Xbox 360 console, taking its dashboard to version 2.0.14717.0, which aims at fixing some of the color problems that were encountered by owners of the device when playing back videos. After Microsoft released its traditional system software update last Dec...

17 February 2012
07:11 GMT

PlayStation 3 Gets Firmware Update 4.11

The PlayStation 3 home gaming console has received another firmware update from Sony, labeled 4.11, which, according to Sony, “improves certain aspects of system software.” The hardware maker has not offered any more information on what updates the new firmware introduces, which is becoming some sort of ...

16 February 2012
10:10 GMT

Get the New Firmware for Asus Transformer Prime

We're offering you the latest firmware for Asus' nifty transforming tablet going by the name of Transformer Prime and codenamed TF201. The gadget went through some troubles as of late as users grew rather grumpy with the tablet rebooting every now and then, for no apparent reason. Sensible ears have heard ...

13 February 2012
10:08 GMT

Asus Transformer Prime Update Brings Bug Fixes, Better Overall Performance

Working hard on improving the Transformer Prime, Asus has just started sending out a new firmware update to its users, believed to fix some bugs and improve the overall performance of the tablet. So far, information about this new software is limited, but some owners of the Asus tablet are reporting that it fixes so...

8 February 2012
17:01 GMT

Nikon Outs New Firmware for V1 and J1 ILC Cameras

A new firmware update for the V1 and J1 interchangeable lens cameras just went live on Nikon’s website.This carries the v1.11 designation and according to Nikon’s change log it’s just a minor release meant to fix some issues that were affecting its 1-series snappers.The problems range from a miss-co...

7 February 2012
14:41 GMT

PlayStation Vita Firmware 1.60 Out on February 8

Sony has confirmed that it will deploy a brand new firmware update for the PlayStation Vita handheld console, which brings quite a few new features, like a Map app, as well as the ability to capture videos with the Camera app. The PlayStation Vita has been around for quite some time, at least in its native Japan, an...

6 February 2012
10:31 GMT

Download New Firmware for Canon EOS-1D and EOS 5D DSLR Cameras

Today we're bringing you two new pieces of code for two of Canon's professional line cameras, the EOS-1D and EOS 5D. These DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflection) cameras had some firmware errors reported by users and the new firmware seems to have eliminated them. First of all, for the EOS-1D, the 1.0.4 fir...

2 February 2012
11:28 GMT

Firmware for all Samsung Blu-ray Players Available

As we promised, we're bringing you now the latest software for the Samsung Blu-ray players which are currently supported. Even though Samsung stopped listing many of the Blu-ray players on their index (and kept only the latest generation ones), we know that there are a lot of owners out there who are looking to...

1 February 2012
10:35 GMT

New Firmware for Samsung's Line of Blu-ray Players

We're spreading the word about new software intended for Samsung's new line of Blu-ray players, which also includes the splendid aluminum body 3D models. If you're a fan of extreme video quality and have decided to enter the world of Blu-ray fidelity, good for you! But if you're also thinking abou...

30 January 2012
10:47 GMT

Download New Firmware for Iomega StorCenter NAS Units

We've just listed the latest firmware for Iomega's StorCenter NAS units; from the small units designed to meet the usual storage needs in small applications, up to the big bucks storage solutions, they're all receiving updates. The new firmware brings nice new features like the Configuration Capture an...

27 January 2012
09:53 GMT

OCZ Firmware for Octane SATA 3.0 SSDs Doubles IOPS Performance

If anyone was skeptical about the benefits of firmware updates, OCZ will probably shatter any unfortunate preconceptions with the new enhanced IOPS firmware (v1.13) for the Octane SATA 3.0 Series SSDs.Long story short, the update, after applied to all octane SATA 6.0 Gbps solid state drives, improves the IOPS perform...

24 January 2012
10:49 GMT

New Firmware for Samsung Solid State Drives

Samsung dishes out new firmware for the (so far) three members of the SSD family: the 830 series, with 2 desktop-oriented drives and one for notebook use. The greatest improvement in version CXM03B1Q is the increased stability and compatibility of the firmware update tool. Since users have reported drive detection i...

24 January 2012
09:37 GMT

Amazon Releases 6.2.2 Kindle Fire Software Update

Keeping with its strategy making small improvements to the Kindle Fire on a regular basis, Amazon has just released a new firmware update.Known as the 6.2.2 version by Amazon, the new update adds a button that lets you enable full screen Web surfing in the Silk browser, but this is pretty much all that you get accord...

18 January 2012
06:53 GMT

Sony PS Vita Firmware 1.52 Ready for Japan Consoles

Sony releases the latest firmware for their Japan-oriented PlayStation portable console dubbed Vita, and recommends that users should upgrade their software. The 1.52 firmware version solves some issues reported by users as Sony claims, though few words on the specific problems have gotten out so far except for some ...

17 January 2012
10:30 GMT

Crucial Delivers New Firmware for SSDsThat Used to Fail After 7 Months

It's truly a nice thing that the guys back at the Crucial headquarters are really listening to their customers, especially when it comes to customers complaining. We are happy to announce that the new Crucial M4 SSD firmware, version 0309, is now ready and he have it available for download. Users have reported ...

16 January 2012
09:04 GMT

Synology DiskStation Manager 3.2 Available for Your NAS

We're currently listing the newest NAS firmware version for Synology products. The new version of the DiskStation Manager (DSM) is now 3.2 and brings enhanced features letting you use your storage devices with more efficiency. DSM 3.2 brings HTML5 and CSS3, making the GUI far better than anything NAS-related so...

10 January 2012
03:20 GMT

Download the Latest HP Printer Firmware and Defend Yourself from Hackers

Recent research reveals that some series of HP printers have firmware issues that can cause major information leaks, especially when we're thinking about printers in large networks. While especially-devised documents can be infected with malicious code, printing them can give a hacker complete access over the r...

6 January 2012
09:30 GMT

Protect Your HP LaserJet Devices with the Latest Firmware, Download Here

The latest events surrounding HP LaserJet printers caused a lot of waves and many owners are desperately trying to update their firmware to protect their devices against hackers. Since the firmware is not easy to find on HP’s site, our Drivers Department is offering you easy-to-find download links for your HP L...

6 January 2012
07:31 GMT

Corsair Force GT and Corsair 3 SSD Firmware 1.3.3 Is Now Live

Here goes a new firmware version for two or Corsair's SSD series, the Force GT and Series 3. The new firmware reaches version 1.3.3 and addresses some errors which occurred with the previous version in certain situations. The new Corsair firmware can be updated using the manufacturer's toolbox and no issue...

6 January 2012
06:05 GMT

Download Firmware for Samsung Plasma TVs

When it comes to multimedia, it looks like nothing is good enough. Well, we hope that Samsung's new line of plasma TVs will be able to satisfy your hunger for stunning graphics, in either 2D or 3D. Samsung's plasma TVs come with diagonals ranging between 51" (class 51" is actually 50.73" or 121.7 cm) and 6...

3 January 2012
09:44 GMT

Download Samsung LED Smart TV Drivers and Firmware

As we promised, here's a new load of drivers and firmware for Samsung's LED TVs. You can enjoy exploring the new multimedia capabilities of these TVs and benefit from all the upgrades in the new software. These smart TVs boast the LED technology for crisp colors and sharp image, allowing you to get the bes...

29 December 2011
10:27 GMT

Softpedia Offers Samsung LCD TV Firmware for Free

TV has come a long way since the early days and its resemblance to the "old ways" is close to none. We're now offering you the latest firmware for Samsung's new line of LCD TVs, with 32 to 46 inches diagonal. The new series of Samsung LCS TVs sports 720p resolution for enhanced graphics, no matter whether ...

28 December 2011
09:48 GMT

Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.62 Now Ready for Xperia Handsets

Sony Ericsson's Xperia devices should soon get a taste of a software update, and it appears that the build is already prepared for shipping. A new firmware is ready for Xperia handsets, namely software version number 4.0.2.A.0.62, the PTCRB site unveils. Unfortunately, this is not the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandw...

24 December 2011
11:21 GMT

Intel SSD Toolbox 3.0.2 Now Available on Softpedia

Just days before Christmas and Intel are quite busy: a new version of their SSD Toolbox emerges and bears the 3.0.2 tag. The new toolbox comes with fixes for several bugs reported to plague the previous version. Namely, the scheduled Intel SSD Optimizer sessions could not run on encrypted drives; now, everything ru...

23 December 2011
09:49 GMT

Downgrade B&N Nook Tablet Firmware, Get Side-Loaded Apps Again

Not happy about the newest limitations imposed upon Nook Tablet owners, a member of the XDA-Developers forum took it upon himself to find a way to revert the changes. Firmware updates are usually something that users should look forward to. After all, provided something didn't go horribly wrong during develo...

23 December 2011
08:04 GMT

Amazon Kindle Fire Firmware 6.2.1 Is Out and We Have It

We're happy to announce the launch of a new firmware version for Amazon's latest gadget, the Kindle Fire. Users can upgrade to firmware 6.2.1 using a WiFi connection or a computer. For those appeased more by the computer update, we have the 6.2.1 software update package. All they have to do is make sure t...

22 December 2011
09:51 GMT

New Firmware for Creative ZEN Touch 2 (with GPS) Available

Android is a really "catchy" operating system and we get to see more and more devices running Google's OS. ZEN Touch 2 (with GPS) is one of the top-drawer gadget in Creative's offer, now getting a new firmware, 2.00.35. The new firmware is in fact a new, improved version of the 2.2 Android OS, codenamed Fr...

21 December 2011
10:41 GMT

Intel Readies Solid State Drive Toolbox 3.0.1

Intel delivers the 3.0.1 version of their SSD Toolbox utility, a drive management software that will help you get detailed info on your solid state drive, and allow you to make firmware upgrades. The toolbox provides data on SSD model number and size, firmware version, drive health and estimated life remaining. At t...

20 December 2011
09:48 GMT

Sony Apologizes Over PlayStation Vita Launch Problems

The PlayStation Vita launched on December 17 on the Japanese market and it took just two days for gamers to begin talking about problems with the device, some of them appearing after players applied the firmware update that Sony released for it.The reported problems included crashing, lag when playing and accessing c...

20 December 2011
08:31 GMT

Nokia 700 Tastes Symbian Belle v111.030.0609 Firmware

Finnish mobile phone maker Nokia is currently pushing out software updates for some of its latest Symbian devices, bringing the firmware on these phones up to version 111.030.0609. According to the latest reports on the matter, handsets such as Nokia 700, Nokia 603 and Nokia 701 are benefiting from the software upd...

20 December 2011
03:33 GMT

PlayStation Vita Already Gets Firmware Update 1.50 in Japan

Barely has the PlayStation Vita handheld console been released in Japan and already Sony has pushed a firmware update for the device, taking it to version 1.50.Japanese gamers eagerly awaited December 17, as Sony finally released the PlayStation Vita portable console, after hyping it up with a passion in the last few...

19 December 2011
14:31 GMT

M-Audio Venom Synth Receives New Firmware

M-Audio has released the 1.15.4 firmware version (Mac) for their top-drawer synth called Venom, upgradable using the special tool, now version 1.8.7. The corresponding pieces for Windows are driver version 5.10.0.5142  and updater version 1.0.13.Venom is a synthesizer that mixes the colorful tonal warmth of the ...

19 December 2011
11:15 GMT

PS VITA Firmware xTractor 2.01 Is Up and Running

The Firmware xTractor is the most popular tool for extracting the firmware of the newly-released gaming console Sony PS Vita. It has now been upgraded to version 2.01.The new version has received a Download FW option, which seems to have been requested by users, and various minor working fixes, including a filename f...

19 December 2011
10:04 GMT

Sony Reveal Firmware 1.50 for PlayStation Vita (Japan only)

Sony's newest portable gaming console, Vita, receives firmware 1.50 these days. Unlike other firmware you might be accostomed to, the Sony Vita can only be updated using the Internet connection or a PlayStation 3 connected to the Internet.As Sony PS 3 has received firmware 4.00, the console can easily become you...

19 December 2011
08:42 GMT


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