But here’s the beautiful irony: That update breathed new life into the community.
| Feature | Full CFW (Custom Firmware) | PS3HEN | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Only CECH-20xx, 21xx, 25xx (with minver check). Fat models. | ALL models (especially Super Slim & late Slims). | | Persistence | Permanent. Boots into CFW every time. | Temporary. Requires enabling after each cold boot. | | Stability | 99.9% stable. Deep kernel access. | 95% stable. Occasional crashes when loading large ISOs. | | Online Play | Possible (with PSN patch & syscall deletion). Higher risk. | Safer, but still risky. | | Best For | Hardcore modders, overclockers, Linux enthusiasts. | Casual players who just want to backup discs & use trainers. | But here’s the beautiful irony: That update breathed
Whether you want to turn your PS3 into a Linux server, an emulation station, a media hub, or simply a way to play Metal Gear Solid 4 in 4K via upscaling, is your home. | ALL models (especially Super Slim & late Slims)