Playstation3 to Support Blu-ray

Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) announces that the next system software update for Playstation3 (PS3), its computer entertainment system, has added Blu-ray Disc (BD) Profile 2.0 or BD-LIVE, enabling PS3 owners to experience interactive features, such as downloadable video content, ringtones, games and more. In addition to BD-LIVE, the system software update (v. 2.20) will enable photo and music playlists on PS3 to be copied to PSP (PlayStation Portable) handheld entertainment system, among other new features. "Whether you want to download movie extras, send ringtones to your phone or play interactive games, BD-LIVE will offer exciting new ways to enjoy a Blu-ray movie," says Scott A. Steinberg, vice president, product marketing, SCEA.