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First Pix, Now DivX on the PlayStation 3

Nov 13, 2007 8:21am CST tags: Games: Console, Sony
A forthcoming system update for the PlayStation 3 will allow users to play back DivX-encoded video files, DivX, Inc. has announced.

No specific date was provided as to when consumers can expect to receive DivX functionality. Developers are currently able to make use of the technology care of the latest PS3 software development kit, version 2.00 of which was released November 2.

"We are excited to work with Sony Computer Entertainment to bring DivX to PS3," said DivX CEO Kevin Hell. "Our technology will expand the multimedia functionality of PS3 by enabling users to enjoy access to the broad library of content in the DivX digital media format."

                                                          

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