Andre Yoskowitz
24 Feb 2011 21:19
First reported by the relatively unknown blog EverythingHQ, Sony may be creating a new model of the PlayStation 3, one that is 'hack-proof.'
Citing "sources," the blog says the company is looking into creating a model of the console that cannot be hacked to run homebrew, Linux or pirated games, and will drop the price of current models.
Despite multiple custom firmwares being developed for the console (at least for those with firmware 3.55), the site says Sony began development on the 'hack-proof' PS3 after "Killzone 3" was leaked earlier this month.
As an added 'incentive' to purchase the new console, Sony will add a 300GB HDD, and sell the console for $300 USD.
Sony is currently in a legal battle against George 'Geohot' Hotz and other PS3 custom firmware writers, although the case may take months as Hotz has received significant donations from the community and plans to fight the suit.