PS4 can't play MP3, Music Unlimited needed for background music [Up:Yoshida responds]
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LilWayneSuckz
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If this is a patent issue then I'm fine without it, if this is a means to sell Music Unlimited then they should listen to the people who would like it on PS4 and just patch in support.
I subscribed to Music Unlimited and I love the variety and how well the updates are, but the Android app is terrible for the most part.And the Music Unlimited app is cumbersome on PS3
I subscribed to Music Unlimited and I love the variety and how well the updates are, but the Android app is terrible for the most part.And the Music Unlimited app is cumbersome on PS3
what is the HDD info? Cant find it quickly anywhere.
No Custom soundtrack via mp3's sucks, hopefully they plan to implement it, although i wont use it myself it is one of the basic features really. Plus not like I can get Music Unlimited anyway.
"We have a console available for gamers that want to stream via DLNA and play .mp3s. It's called PlayStation 3."
Kacho
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jmdajr, what console are you getting if any at launch? haven't seen you in gaming much these days.
LiquidMetal14
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400 or 500 dollars for console that will do a lot of things isn't asking a lot. If some are falling on the sword for their favorite brand then let them. Some are rational enough to at least not just respond with obscenities or over reactions.
I'm sure both companies will have some things planned post release seeing as these systems aren't even out yet and we get this kind of reaction.
Truly sensitive times when even background threads get 500 posts.
Netherscourge
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Wait, WHAT?
No MP3 support?
My Sony Blu-Ray player plays MP3s, MP4s, MPEGs, AVIs, MTS, etc.... straight off data discs and USB drives.
The PS4 can't do this? Who in the bloody hell thought that was a good idea?
No MP3 support?
My Sony Blu-Ray player plays MP3s, MP4s, MPEGs, AVIs, MTS, etc.... straight off data discs and USB drives.
The PS4 can't do this? Who in the bloody hell thought that was a good idea?
NullPointer
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Something they've locked down and are now monetizing is something we should expect a firmware update to open up?
Have Sony given any reason whatsoever to expect these features to be patched in at a later date?
TheJollyCorner
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I fucking loved the visualizer on the ps3 it might sound odd but I was really looking forward to a new visualizer
Me too.
I was actually bummed when Sony didn't add any new ones for the PS3 (they hinted at releasing like 5 more visualizations way back in 2007 or so). They added the Planet Earth one and that was it.
3DO still has the best music visualizer. Man that was so much fun to trip to. You could mess with it by pushing various buttons/d-pad/etc.
No CD playback was bad enough for me, but no MP3s in general? Fucking stupid.
Guess I'll be keeping my laptop close by. Thanks, Sony. :[[[
A lot of people really do value custom soundtracks for playing games. Certain genres, like racing, or even certain modes, like online survival, really do benefit from custom music as part of those gaming experiences. Some of us, outside of narrative-heavy games, will listen to audiobooks or podcasts while we play. This is especially important when those people have time constraints due to work. While you were being sarcastic about learning something new, it's probably worth thinking about.
Also, you're suggesting that it's not a problem to take away existing functionality and features (which don't require special investment or hardware from manufacturers) from the newer systems. I have no earthly idea what would motivate that.
Caayn
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oh no...now ill have to listen to just the game im playing.
Is it really that important to people to be listening to their linkin park while pwning some righteous noobs in call of dooty?
How dare you imply such a thing!
(Smarmy jokes aside, apparently it is to a lot of people. There were always some people who had something else pumping on a stereo in the past, and it was beyond useful to have a console with the smarts to do both without having to fiddle with other gear.)
Ohhh Brad, please go back to your Llamas until you have something worthwhile to contribute with.
UberTag
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Only people in denial think Sony has just cause to patch those features in at a later date.
Why? "Because Sony LOVES us. They're not Microsoft. They'll do what's right."
<rolls eyes>
I have a PS4 pre-ordered. Still wondering if it's a wise choice.
I do use a lot of multimedia capabilities, like say windows media center on 360. But Xbone doesn't even use that. It's straight up caca.
Anyhow, Fatherhood hasn't allowed much time for games.
whats the problem? 9.5mm is what you want... no larger 2.5" drives exist except for enterprise storage... 9.5mm gets you 1.5 TB via Hitachi drive for $120 or so.
PS3 was 7mm if I remember correctly?
No external drive support, no mp3s,probably no file input, maybe harddrive needs to be formatted once inserted, probably encrypted too. Maybe they are going for the same type of lockout as the Vita. HD=mem card. If they do, it will probably be due to anti-piracy I think. I think this is the reason behind no custom wallpaper too. If I am correct, minimal file input or access to file system.
Pretty simple. I'm buying a PS4 to play games. Not being able to listen to my own music and having to use MU sucks, but it doesn't stop the fact that I can enjoy my games without it.
lol This guy.
ok so most drives will fit? Why SATA II though. Weak.
TheLegendary
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Isn't Xbox Music just the name of the audio player app? Where does it say you need an Unlimited Pass to play your own MP3s?
SneakyStephan
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sixteen-bit
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Greatness waits.
Not really because of this announcement, but I always wondered: some people seriously hear music when using their videogame? Why? And when? Serious question... like, that doesn't make any sense to me. You are either browsing the store or playing games, or searching for something in the main menu (that usually doesn't take much time). How do you find time to listen to music is beyond me. I never understood the reason to add this Music Unlimited or whatever in the first place.
Also whats DLNA?
Also whats DLNA?
There's many games that are noticeably improved with custom soundtracks, especially including EA racing games. Forcing a subscription to a mildly crappy music service to get custom soundtrack sucks, and in that regard makes it worse than the PS3 in terms of custom soundtracks. Especially since most of my music is stuff that's not on MU, so I couldn't listen to it even if I did shell out for the subscription.
And I game using headsets, so using another device is not a good solution.
I love when Brad trolls the core, though. So many childish tweet responses.
LiquidMetal14
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Of course it's not ready. It won't stop people from over reacting though.
These consoles will have features added and fine tuned through their whole life. People need to realize the complexities of launching new systems and certain priorities coming first.
XiaNaphryz
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But is it a Sony TV? ;P
Yikes. I mean, background music wasn't really a selling point for me but it would have been nice to have. Also, video unlimited is WAY too expensive IMO. They should just do what Amazon does and allow access to certain shows for a monthly/yearly fee and charge extra for premium new content like movies.
Principate
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Umm a console can't play MP3 or basically any file based media despite the fact everything and their mother can play MP3's and precisely why can't it? It's because they want you to buy an entirely separate subscription. Regardless how you look at it this is some Grade A bullshit, if no one complains this, this shit will remain so telling everyone to calm down isn't helping things.
Were you telling people to calm down when the DRM fiasco hit? Probably not, just because it doesn't matter to you doesn't mean it doesn't matter to others.
i don't do this but I am sure there are people that stream music to their ps3 outside of video games. Maybe their music library is on a computer in another room and their ps3 is hooked up to the best stereo in the house.
Oh i get how it would be cool, I would love to play music or dump my podcasts onto my ps4 so i can listen to it while I play.
But its nothing near the end of the console world scenario that people seem to be clamoring about and should be easy as a patch to add in.
I would assume they did this to avoid people playing illegally gained music on their system right? Why else would they not include something like it?
FinalStageBoss
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Too late, Gaf is cancelling preorders left and right!
PiPSmallie
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Someone should tweet at yosp and see if these features will be patched in later or not
TIMtationX
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I seriously wonder how many people actually used MP3s as background music while playing a game.
TheRagnCajun
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That has to be a mistake: PS4 can't play mp3s.
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