New PS3 Firmware holy smokes were getting there

Hi everyone, PlayStation 3 (PS3) firmware
update (v3.00) adds a number of great new features that we’re excited
to share with you. The latest update incorporates changes that improve
navigation on your PS3. First, you’ll notice some cosmetic changes to
the design of the XMB (Xross Media Bar). We’ve enhanced the look and
feel of the XMB so that it’s easier and even more intuitive to use.
We’ve also added network improvements and personalization options to
help enhance your PS3 experience.
Additional highlights from update 3.00 include:

• “What’s New” – The “Information Board” will be
  replaced with a “What’s New” section, which allows you to enjoy
  interactive PlayStation news every time you start the PS3 system.
  Located under the PlayStation Network icon, “What’s New” displays the
  latest and greatest game, video, PlayStation Network and PlayStation
  news and releases, as well as your recently played games, in a sleek,
  new animated format.
  
• Status Indicator – In the top right corner we’ve
  added an indicator bar, which displays your user icon, friend icon, the
  number of friends you have online and a small message icon to let you
  know if you have any new messages. The indicator also includes a
  scrolling ticker that features the latest news from PlayStation
  Network. In addition, when you press the PS button, the battery life
  indicator will no longer cover up the clock.
  
• Friends List – Now your PlayStation Network
  friends will appear in a slightly redesigned format on your Friends
  List. Also, messages will now be viewable from each of your friends’
  respective profiles.
  
• PlayStation Store Shortcuts – We’ve added a handy
  shortcut icon to the PlayStation Store under both the Game and Video
  categories so you can access the latest content quickly and easily.
  
• Personalization – Personalize your PS3 with new
  dynamic custom themes and avatars. Dynamic themes as well as free and
  premium avatars will be available through PlayStation Store. A dynamic
  theme takes your screen to a whole new level as it incorporates
  animated objects into the background.
  
• Trophies – Showcasing your hard earned trophies
  just got better. Update 3.00 gives game developers the ability to
  modify how they display trophies for add-on content. Base and add-on
  game trophies will continue to be combined into a single list so you
  can see where you stand in a game as a whole. Within that list,
  trophies will be broken out into subcategories—base trophies and add-on
  trophies—that way, you can easily view the percentage of your base game
  trophy collection, and separately track your trophy progress in add-on
  packs. Look for this enhancement to be included in upcoming games.