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Product Recommendation
The PS3 3.41 firmware update offers users a product recommendation feature in the PlayStation store that users can use to conveniently identify new products to purchase. This firmware feature is developed based on individual account user purchase history, as well as information about the account user in general, such as the type of games he enjoys playing. Users can sign into their online accounts and access the product recommendation feature in the product details section of the PlayStation store.
Simplicity
The 3.41 software update for the PlayStation 3 was released prior to all of the multimedia features that came with later updates, such as the 3.70 update that offers special storage and backup options for video, music and picture files or the ability to play 3D games or watch 3D videos on the PS3 Blu-Ray player. For gamers who want to keep their PS3 systems simple, and solely for gaming purposes, the 3.41 update is a version that offers protection, security and enough features to maintain an entertaining gaming experience without the complications of multimedia options.
Security
A security patch was implemented to the 3.41 version so that the software update now has more adequate security measures in place to keep sensitive information private and less vulnerable to hackers or online pirates. The security patch addresses a variety of vulnerabilities that were found on the PlayStation 3 system and network -- some of which may have contributed to the 2011 Sony security breach. Regardless of what update version you have on your PlayStation, Sony advises users to frequently or routinely change their passwords to enhance security measures.
Display Settings
The display settings were enhanced between PS3 updates 3.40 and 3.41. As such, if you skipped over the 3.41 update, you may have missed out on these display upgrades. Downgrading to upload the 3.41 version update is advantageous if you want to get in on clearer images, sharper colors and a deeper color output.