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PSAR Dumper v0.1 for PSP

gotxp | July 31, 2005

It seems that ‘PspPet’ from Ps2Dev has created the first PSAR extractor.

This program also has the ability to DECRYPT certain PRX files from the PSAR (since 2.0 has a different encryption. this program will only extract the 2.0 PSAR and NOT decrypt it).

Here is a quote from the readme:

PSAR Dumper .01

A tool to help legal reverse engineering of the PSP system components.
Extracts the contents of the update data file, and saves them as
separate files on memory stick.
When it can, it will also automatically decrypt the .PRX files
(like the PSPSDK PRXDecrypter tool)

Advanced expert tool.
NOTE: if you have never disassembled an ELF file before,
you probably shouldn’t be using this tool.

Legal Note:
The files you download (ie. the updater EBOOT.PBP) and the files
extracted by this tool (ie. the contents of the OUT and OUTX folders)
are all Sony copyrighted material !!

You can use them under certain “fair uses”.
Do not post these files on the Internet.

Use this tool at your own risk!

The tool itself contains no Sony copyrighted material.

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Tested and works for the following PSP Firmware updates:
Old 1.00 “BOGUS” update
1.50 update
1.51 update
1.52 update
2.00 update **

NOTE: for the 2.00 update, the ~PSP encryption is different. The OUTX folder will be empty.

This is great news because it creates many possibilities such as:

Ability to find new exploits
Better understanding of PSAR format
May lead to a windows based extraction tool
Possibilities of 1.5/2.0 Hybrid firmware
May lead to creating ‘custom’ PSAR files (eg. PSPLinux as main firmware [once it is written :p])
Better overall understanding of PSP firmware.

Download it HERE

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DJSP - Audio Visual MP3 Player

greg | July 29, 2005

Update: Andy has released a new version of DJPS - v0.12a


Andy has finished developing his own MP3 player for the PSP and just emailed it to us - DJSP!

Supported features:

  • MP3 playback, of course
  • 7 Different Audio Visuals! (press Left or Right trigger to change)
  • 4 play modes - normal, sequential, random & repeat
  • Instant Audio Modifiers (button equalizer)
    • Press Square to Reduce bass.
    • Press Triangle to Increase bass.
    • Press Circle to increase Treble.
    • Press X to increase volume.

A note from Andy:

“It’s still quite unfinished. Hope you all enjoy it. I’ve been working hard for the pass month learning psp programming, reading up mathematics, having panda eyes to create this. If you have any questions, comments, etc, and I have time, email me”

The music has to be in the /PSP/MUSIC/ folder for DJSP to find it. Make sure you have at least one song in the folder.

Refer to the included readme.txt for further information and Andy’s email address if you wish to contact him.

Enjoy this fine piece of homebrew!

Download DJSP v0.12a

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Europeans out of luck for homebrew.

Alias420 | July 27, 2005

EuroGamer.net is reporting on, how all Sony PSP’s shipped for the September 1st launch will come with firmware version 2.0. With only a month until launch, I’m sure europeans will anxiously be awaiting a hack for the v2.0 firmware.

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PSP 2.0 Firmware Update

greg | July 27, 2005

The PSP 2.0 firmware update is now available for download. Please remember if you decide to upgrade there’s currently NO possible way to downgrade back to 1.50 or any previous version for that matter. Version 2.0 will prevent you from utilizing any homebrew and/or loaders.

PSP 2.0 changes:

Network

  • Internet browser added
  • Macromedia Flash is not supported.
  • The startup of the internet browser can be limited.

Video

  • Jump function added (UMD Video & UMD Music)
  • A-B repeat function added (UMD Video & UMD Music & videos stored in Memory sticks)
  • “4:3 mode” added to Video mode (videos stored in Memory sticks)
  • Sound mute function added (videos stored in Memory sticks)
  • MP4 (AVC) format playback support added (videos stored in Memory sticks)

Music

  • Can accept music tracks in Atract3 Plus format from “Sonicstage” under version 3.2 (now for pre-order)
  • MP4 (AAC) & Wave (Linear PCM) format playback support added (music stored in Memory sticks)

Photo

  • Wallpaper function added
  • Image receiving function added
  • TIFF, GIF, PNG, BMP format supported

Settings

  • “Korean language” added to “System settings” -> “System language”
  • “Character set” added to “System settings”
  • “Theme settings” added
  • “Internet browser startup limit” added to “Security settings”
  • “WPA-PSK (TKIP)” added to security method in “Network settings”
  • Keyboard now support web input.

Update Instructions:

  • Connect your PSP to your PC via USB cable.
  • Go to the directory /PSP/GAME/ in your memory stick.
  • Create a sub-directory named “UPDATE” (MUST be uppercase)
  • Copy the downloaded EBOOT.PBP file into this directory (/PSP/GAME/UPDATE).
  • Disconnect the PSP from the PC
  • Go to “Game” -> “Memory Stick” on your PSP
  • Browse to the Update file and load it.

Download from:

Enjoy!

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Tenchi no Mon Stand Alone Browser Released!

greg | July 26, 2005

source: pspcrazy

Apparently a stand alone web browser has been released for your PSP. We have yet to test this ourselves; however, this is a direct quote from pspcrazy.com:

“After looking through the forums, i spotted delta-hawk and inja posted us some great links and info on the new tenchi no mon web browser(which btw is a great game :)). The links below are strictly for the web brower alone and not the games. One thing is for certain when you start using this browser you will not want to update to version 2.00 of the psp :). It loads twice as fast as the wipeout broswer due to loading directly from the memory stick. I edited this myself and added a search button enjoy!”

Download Techni Browser w/ Loader!

note: This is not the Tenchi no Mon game - just the browser.

Leave your feedback!

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Super Pong v1.10

greg | July 26, 2005

Garak has released Super Pong v1.10 for your PSP.

Install: For Firmware 1.5 users,

copy the SUPERPONG and SUPERPONG% folders (located in EBOOTS\V1_50\) to the PSP/GAME folder on your PSP. Or, if you don’t care about the cool icon and start menu (hey, I took the time), use the KXploit tool as you normally would on the EBOOT.PBP file in the EBOOTS\V1_00 directory.

Install: For Firmware 1.0 users,

Just copy the EBOOT.PBP file in the EBOOTS\V1_00 directory to your PSP/GAME/SUPERPONG directory.

Game Play:

Press Start to pause during game play
Press the Square key at any time to put an additional ball into play
Press the Circle Key to rotate between backgrounds

Download Super Pong v1.10 - source code included.

Enjoy!

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Two new PSP Homebrew Games

greg | July 26, 2005

The folks over at edepot have released two awesome new PSP homebrew games.

AgenaWorld

AgenaWorld is a classic space shooting game similar to (and a little aiming towards) the “Homeworld” PC game, but has its own unique features. Press Triangle Button in game to see mission objective. Supports multiplayer (PSP to PSP) via infrared. See below for more details.

Ceres

CERES is a classic space shooting game similar to the “Asteroids” arcade game, but has its own unique features. If you like the game please “HOLD DOWN LEFT SHOULDER BUTTON” when in the game, and make a monetary donation.

Feel free to donate to edepot - registered users will receive a special fully unlocked version of the game which includes additional weapons and other secrets.

Refer to the included readme files for additional homebrew and installation information.

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PSP Backup Utility

greg | July 26, 2005

BP has created a PSP Backup utility based on a batch script which simply backs up data from your memory stick with 1 click of the mouse. This application will aid in backing up all your UMD & PSP homebrew saved game data.

Download PSP Backup v1.0

Be sure you read the included text file for additional notes.

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the PSP Mag - Issue 06

greg | July 24, 2005

Have you checked out PSP Mag yet? PSP Mag was the first to bring PSP info to your PSP’s screen, ranging from news all the way to reviews. They had a really exciting issue -Issue 06 - mid month with the addition of a new section they like to call “The Other Side.” This is where they will be reviewing other consoles and accessories, so make sure you check it out. Issue 07 is just around the corner, and is going to be just as exciting. Mark August 1st on your calendars!

If you’d like to help PSP Mag deliver this publication to the readers, they’ve got a few positions available. Those interested in writing PSP or Xbox reviews/previews, email sledge@thepspmag.com. If you’d like to do write-ups for PS2, contact rainer@thepspmag.com, and for Nintendo products, ness@thepspmag.com. You can also contact sledge@thepspmag.com if you have any experience with site building as their crew can always use a hand. Finally, if you are a flash designer or artist, contact editor@thepspmag.com.

Download PSP Mag Issue 06

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PSP Backgrounds

greg | July 24, 2005

Finally! The PSP Backgrounds area is back online and ready to accept submissions. For those who have submitted PSP backgrounds via email and do not see them posted, feel free to go ahead and submit it now.

PSP Saves will be back online shortly.

Enjoy!

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