Older PS3 Models and New Firmware Updates

With the introduction of each new PlayStation 3 model, we see improved hardware that runs cooler, and as the Xbox 360 knows too well, this helps to keep a system from overheating or crashing.

The latest PS3 slim may not be as slim as many gamers hoped, but it certainly runs cooler. Now what about the older PS3’s and rumors of hardware problems thanks to firmware updates.

It’s just this problem, which an article over on psxextreme.com is focusing on. The post is based on a “theory” thanks to feedback they received from readers. You can read the full post on PSX Extreme here.

We have seen PS3 firmware updates cause problems for users before, but the article suggests that there is a pattern of hitting “older models harder”. Is this something you have seen with PS3 updates? Share your views in the comments.