Xavier just posted an interesting tidbit in the comment section here� This is my first time hearing about Belzar, which is supposedly a full-fledged direct boot modchip with quite the feature set:
Works on all PS3 models
Works on all PS3 regions (USA, JAP, PAL)
Direct Boot of PS3 original, import, and backup (copied) games
Direct Boot of PS2 original, import, and backup (copied) games
Supports multi-region Blu-ray Movie Playback
Supports multi-region DVD Movie Playback
No config disc needed � it just works!
Transparent stealth operation
Integrates proven belzar Intelligent Code Modifying System
No awkward USB interface � just insert DVD and play!
Supports all up to date titles
Ultra-low power consumption; does not interfere with normal PS3 operation
Only 12 wires to solder
No external PC/laptop needed
Completely upgradeable firmware, via Belzars USB 2.0 interface
The lowdown� On July 1st the public release was apparently delayed due to a nasty bug that crashed the console using the latest firmware update. Furthermore, a couple days back it�s said the modchip was sent to 50 beta testers for final bug testing. No price or release date has been mentioned/confirmed.
Now, as far as I�m concerned, this is absolute pure speculation for the time being. That is until some concrete evidence surfaces proving otherwise. Anyone, beta testers, hello?!
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