Something to warm you up during the cold Winter month of February, is a new 'mmCM' aka 'multiMAN for Cobra-USB' update with of course many improvements, the biggest one being 5x times faster when running in that nice 4x2 display as pictured in all the 'screenshots' below!

Here is the complete changelog for the v04.01.03 release:

04.01.03

• Changed: 4x2 display mode is rewritten to use XMMB engine which makes it 5x faster and allows access to all content (Games/Music/Video/Photo/Retro/ISO)
• Added "4.11" option in "System Firmware Version" to spoof reported version to the latest OFW 4.11
• Added support for loading network PSX/PS3/BD/DVD ISO/BIN+CUE images to lastGAME2 application
• Added proper support for covers in "Coverflow" mode, without affecting XMMB and other display modes (covers in Coverflow/4x2 modes and icons in BOARD mode)
• Added PIN-protected option "Reset Options to Default" in SETTINGS (press [TRIANGLE] to access it in the SIDE menu). Default PIN is "0000".
• Added support for forcefully resetting mM to default during boot if L2+R2+L3+R3 buttons are pressed
• Changed: PIN-protected options will not prompt for PIN code if using the default PIN "0000". If "Parental Level" is set, games which require higher level will still require PIN.

Off-Site Download Link: --> mmCM ver 04.01.03 UPD (20120217).rar (4.88MB) via SendSpace

OFFICIAL SITE: http://www.COBRA-USB.com

Team Cobra has released another update to their 'mmCM' (aka) 'multiMAN' for Cobra, and it includes support for creating ISO/BIN+CUE images and also much faster transfer speeds both in FTP and to and from remote hosts.

04.01.02

• Added support for creating ISO/BIN+CUE images from PS2 CD and PS1/PSX CD *directly* to remote host
• Added automatic extraction of thumbnails after ISO/BIN+CUE is created (PS3/PS2/PSX/BD/DVD)
• Added support for displaying coverart/jacket for Blu-ray and AVCHD discs (if /HDAVCTN or /BDMV/META/DL folders contain jpg jacket-image)
• Added support for creating ISO files from folders to remote host (ISO is cached to internal HDD and then moved to remote host)
• Improved FTP transfer speed (up to 10MB/s over 100Mbit connection)
• Improved transfer speed from and to remote hosts (/net_host) (up to 10MB/s over 100Mbit connection)
• Improved scanning of remote host content folders
• Added support to set "External Game Data" for games/applications installed under /dev_hdd0/game or /dev_usb***/GAMEI (RELOAD.SELF required)
• Fixed few issues introduced in 04.01.01, related to displaying/refreshing Retro/Music/Photo columns

Off-Site Download Link: --> mmCM ver 04.01.02 UPD (20120213).rar (4.52mb) via SendSpace

OFFICIAL SITE: http://www.COBRA-USB.com

We are finally happy to announce the "Official Release"

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XMB Manager Plus v0.10


XMB Manager Plus (XMBM+) is a new XMB category based off of REBUG’s "Package Manager", which is a modded version of the official (debug/Jailbreak) "Install Package Files" XMB option.

This will replace the "Install Package Files" option or for REBUG CFW "Package Manager".

XMB Manager Plus allows the entire PS3 filesystem to be browsed and/or deleted (all file types supported), We have added functions to REBUG's
"Package Manager" and renamed it to "Package Manager Plus", it consists of all previous features plus it now includes new Homebrew Category that has
options to download a selection of popular PS3 homebrew packages. We have also added a new "Game Data Manager" that contains all games data type
tools, like saves, backups, etc. There are plenty more options also available in this new update, see the changelog below.

Download: XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.10.rar
ps3hen's 4.00 HFW port: Download Here
NFWv3 dev_blind update pack: Download Here
Cobra CFW dev_blind fix: Download Here

Discussion and Support: UPDATED - XMB Integrated File Manager Beta v0.06c - (WIP / POC)

Your feedback is always welcome.

Screenshots: Here and Here (thanks toto67)



Main Features in XMBM+ v0.10


Package Manager Plus

Allows homebrew/packages to be easily downloaded, installed and deleted.

File Manager Plus

Browse and Delete files from all locations such as hdd, usb, etc.

Game Data Manager

Includes all the game data tools from main XMB plus some more additions. Things like Gamedata, Savedata, Backups and trophys are contained here.

Multi-Media Manager

Browse, Copy, Rename and Play all your PS3's internal hdds media from one location. All options from the normal XMB categories are available in
one new combined category.

Web Links

This section includes links to some popular websites for easier access.

About

Contains XMBM+ info, links to PS3Crunch release thread, updater option, etc.



Version History - Change-log


v0.10:
+ Complete new file and xmb layout, rebuilt from the ground up
+ New Package Manager Plus
+ New Homebrew downloader integrated into Package Manager Plus
+ New custom file manager (only for browsing and deleting files)
+ New Multi-Media Manager
+ Works from HDD and on USB (special version needed)
+ New icons and texts all around
+ New logo
+ New integrated update system for XMBM+ updates
+ Links to some popular websites added to a new category

v0.02 to 0.09:
+ Ported to 4.00 HFW
+ Works on all 3.41 CFWs
+ Works on all 3.55 CFWs
+ Works now on retail XMB, and one for REBUG/debug XMB
+ PKG installer

v0.01:
+ Initial version (XMB File Manager) POC/WIP



XMBM+ v0.10 Release Notes


Tested so far on REBUG 3.55.2, OFW 3.55, Cobra CFW(requires additional dev_flash file), KMEAW 3.55, True Blue CFW, Hermes 3.41, etc. ps3hen has
also ported XMBM+ to his 4.00HFW.



Install Instructions
*NOTE: all packs have "Install Instructions" in the README file (they are not all the same)

1 - Copy the XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.10[step1].pkg and XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.10_flash[step2].pkg files to the root of your USB media.
2 - Install XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.10[step1].pkg file and XMB_Manager_Plus_v0.10_flash[step2].pkg file.
3 - Run the XMB Manager Plus installer (you can delete it afterwards).
4 - Enjoy!

NOTE: Follow the correct order or your "Install Package Files" (or "Package Manager") option will disappear and you'll have reinstall dev_flash files or firmware.



Uninstall Instructions


1 - Download Rebug Package Manager pkg
2 - Install Rebug Package Manager pkg file
3 - Run the Rebug Package Manager installer (you can delete it afterwards)
4 - Delete XMB Manager Plus in the XMB "Game Data" category

NOTE: Follow the correct order or your "Install Package Files" (or "Package Manager") option will not appear and you'll have to reinstall dev_flash files or firmware.



Update Instructions


Just use the option "Update" in "About" section and then install the package.



Team XMBM+


andreus(coding), bitsbubba(coding, themes), DeViL303(coding, POC/WIP) ps3Hen (coding, 4.00 port), Aldostools(coding), CloneD(themes), Berion(logos)



Extra Special Thanks to...



Cyberskunk & evilsperm(Team REBUG), graf_chokolo, fail0verflow, ******, Kakaroto, An0nym0us, Hermes, jjolano, hi3, rms, kmeaw, flukes1, netkis, Xtse , glevend,
gitbrew, Slynk, Mathieulh(and PSGoove Team),PSFreedom, Deank, JaiCrab, PS3Crunch, Tortuga Cove, PSX-Scene and anyone else that we have forgotten.

WE REALLY APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU GUYS GAVE US.

"LETS KEEP THE SCENE ALIVE!!!"

It has only been a few days since the big update to 'mmCM' (aka) 'multiMAN Cobra Manager' which enabled full network ISO loading via the Cobra-USB dongle, and based on user feedback the Team has released a minor update to expand the features and fix up some tiny errors.

Changelog for 'mmCM' v04.01.01:

• Increased max number of entries for directory listing in file manager to 3584 (from 2560), fixing issues with PSX/PS2/PS3 covers
• Optimized scanning for network content (ISO/CUE+BIN) (Video, Music, Photo and Roms are also supported)
• Added "4.10" option in "System Firmware Version" to spoof reported version to the latest OFW 4.10
• Added support for creating ISO images from PS2 DVD, PS3 BD, Blu-ray and DVD discs *directly* to remote host (remote file system must support 4GB+ file sizes)
  --> You can now create backups of your games and movies directly to your PC and play them remotely! (Blu-ray movies/DVD-Video titles may require additional decryption)
• Added support for extracting ICON0.PNG for network PS3 ISO games, which don't have .png/.jpg thumbnail in the remote folder (when game ISO is loaded)
• Added support for extracting coverart (/BDMV/META/DL) for Blu-ray ISO movies, which don't have .png/.jpg thumbnail in their folder (when movie ISO is loaded)
• Added support for installing PKG package files from remote host (clicking over a .pkg file from /net_host folder in File Manager)
• Added "Network" device-browse entries in PHOTO, MUSIC, VIDEO and RETRO columns to enable browse/view/playback functions for remote content
• Added support for loading RETRO games (ROMS) from remote host
• Added support for thumbnails for ROMS, PSX, PS2, PSP, BD and DVD titles
• Added new game titles to internal database (PSX/PS2)
• Fixed an issue which caused mmCM to lock during boot (on boot screen)
• Fixed a potential issue which may have caused creating invalid *split* ISO files from PS3/BD discs (when output exceeds 4GB and is stored on USB)

NOTE 1: Playing video content from remote hosts requires caching to local storage
NOTE 2: For best compatibility with remote content, the following content folders are automatically created in the root folder served by ps3netsrv:

Code:

! - BDISO - for Blu-ray movie titles in ISO format
! - DVDISO - for DVD-Video titles in ISO format
! - PS3ISO - for PS3 games in ISO format
! - PSXISO - for PS1/PSX games in ISO or CUE+BIN format
! - PSPISO - for PSP games in ISO/CSO format (NOTE: Currently used ONLY for storing backups and not to play games)
! - PS2ISO - for PS2 games in ISO format (NOTE: Currently used ONLY for storing backups and not to play games)

! - MUSIC - for audio files in MP3 format
! - PICTURE - for image files in JPG/PNG format
! - VIDEO - for supported video files
! - ROMS - for supported RETRO games (gen/fba/vba/snes/fceu emulator subfolders)
! - PKG - for installable package files (.pkg) (NOTE: You can install packages from remote host in File Manager mode)
! - GAMES - for PS3 games in folder/jb format (NOTE: Currently used ONLY for creating/storing backups and not to play games)

Off-Site Dowload Link: --> mmCM ver 04.01.01 UPD (20120209).rar (4.52mb) via PS3SceneFiles

OFFICIAL SITE: http://www.cobra-usb.com

One of the problems of owning a DEX machine is it very useful to develop 'homebrew' on, but if you want to sit down and enjoy some nice game 'backup' love, you are out of the picture and you needed to own TWO PS3 machines. -- Finally, recently with the latest 'mmCM' update, there was some background work added to make it possible now to run 'multiMAN' on a DEX (aka) TEST machines, and magically this UPD PKG was handed over to me to test and pubicly release, and it seems to do the job very nicely

You need to install the 'mmCM' v04.01.00 released yesterday first on your DEX, then run this UPD PKG to get 'multiMAN' to now run & play games from your HDD

This makes the 'mmCM' function as normal 'multiMAN' on DEX machines running 3.55 just like on CEX, but of course without the Cobra exclusive functions!

Not much more can be said about this release, but it seems to work on QA flag'ed CEX machines also thanks to LV2_LOADER and the previous 'dexl0ve' posting

Exclusive PS3SceneFiles File Library Link: --> multiMAN ver 04.01.00 DEX UPD MOD (20120204).pkg (1.69mb)

A new PS3 homebrew developer group called DexL0ve, which I have not heard from before, but it seems it is made up of some 'ex-sceners' that wish to remain out of the LiMeL1GhT after chatting with them a bit in private to make sure this file was legit, has now pass on to me a exclusive little juicy tidbit, in honor of the recent release of LV2_LOADER by Team Rebug.

UPDATED: - The 'dexl0ve' group noticed recent forum posts, and released a 'fixed' version this morning!

Code:

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 |  _"\ \| ___"|/ \ \/"/  |"|    / _"\  u\ \   /"/u\| ___"|/ 
/| | | | |  _|"   /\  /\U | | u | / U |/  \ \ / //  |  _|"   
U| |_| |\| |___  U /  \ u\| |/__| \// |,-./\ V /_,-.| |___   
 |____/ u|_____|  /_/\_\  |_____|\___/(_/U  \_/-(_/ |_____|  
  |||_   <<   >>,-,>> \\_ //  \\  //       //       <<   >>  
 (__)_) (__) (__)\_)  (__)_")("_)(__)     (__)     (__) (__) 

`!` So you have a CEX, and wanted some c0ding l0ve .!.

.. D0n't You Miss -_-_- Peek and P0ke ? ...

Finally thanks t0 --> LV2_LOADER <-- you can n0w

If you want some c0ding l0ve on CEX, QA it first <0>

With thanks to Rebug, An0nymous, Dean, graf_chokolo

FIXED 2/6 - Sorry, first release had wrong offset <v>

From my limited understanding of PS3 coding and reading the NFO file, that by using the LV2_LOADER released by Team REBUG earlier, and by QA flag'ing your CEX machine, this file is basically a patched LV2 DEX Kernal that will load fully on your CEX machine and thereby give you some DEX (aka) TEST machine L0VE on your Jailbroken PS3 Console.

Remember this is only useful to hard-core PS3 developers and you need to use the LV2_LOADER released by Team REBUG earlier.

Exclusive PS3SceneFiles File Library Link: --> dexl0ve_fixed.rar (1.51mb)

Team Cobra have been busy at work with their new big update, and it is finally ready for release, this evening they are launching both a new firmware v5.0 for the Cobra-USB dongle, along with a new 'mmCM' v04.01.00, which adds tons of new features, the biggest is network loading of game images from your PC to PS3.

Changelog of Cobra USB Fw 5.0:

- Added support to play ISOs from a PC using network connection. No more waste of time copying between PC and PS3, play directly from the files on your computer!

Requires to run the supplied PS3NETSRV server application (it is inside mmCM 04.01.00 download) on the PC, a version for Windows and Linux is provided. (Mac users can use the Windows version with Wine. NOTE: When using Wine, we recommend to run directly the command line PS3NETSRV.exe and not the GUI).

Currently the following items can be played from network:

• PS3 isos
• PSX cue+bin or isos
• Blu-Ray isos
• DVD isos

Currently the following items cannot be played from network:

• PS3 games in JB directory format (planned for 5.1 release)
• PSP isos (planned for 5.1 release)
• PS2 isos (planned, but we cannot estimate the version)

Although Cobra doesn't restrict the ISOs from being loaded through WiFi, WiFi is too slow for most uses, we recommend to use a wired connection.

- Optimized a bit the read of PS3 isos (15-20% gain in external disk, not noticeable in internal disk)

- Added dynamic firmware version spoofer capabilities. You can set the spoof in mmCM settings. As Sony release new firmwares, the spoofer can be updated by updating mmCM, without need of updating Cobra USB fw. No system files are modified by the version spoofer, all take place in ram.

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Changelog of mmCM 04.01.00:

• Changed: Nethost PC server application "ps3serv" is replaced by new windows/linux application "ps3netsrv"
• Added support for playing PS3 and PSX games in ISO/CUE+BIN format from remote net_hosts (PCs connected to the LAN)
• Added support for playing Blu-ray and DVD-Video movie titles in ISO format from remote net_hosts ! NOTE: For best performance and compatibility of the new net_host interface, a WIRED network may be required (Wi-Fi is also supported) ! NOTE: Root folders served by remote hosts must contain /PS3ISO, /BDISO, /DVDISO and /PSXISO folders to enable remote content
• Added new option in SETTINGS column: "Network Servers" for setting up to 10 remote nethost IP:PORT values
• Removed: *nethost* settings from options[_default].ini are ignored and no longer supported
• Added new option in SETTINGS column: "System Firmware Version" for "spoofing" current FW version to 4.00 or higher
• Added support for thumbnail images for remote BD/DVD/PS3/PSX ISO/BIN+CUE files (*.jpg / *.png)
• Added support to copy files from one net_host to another
• Added support to delete folders from remote net_host
• Added support to view files in TextViewer from remote net_host folders
• Added support to copy games and ISO images to remote host from SIDE menu ([TRIANGLE] in XMMB/XBDM/BOARD display modes)

Remember you just need the BASE file before if you upgrading your old 'multiMAN' and it support updating from all versions including the old v2 series, and you can use alot of the new features of 'mmCM' on your normal Jailbroken Sony PlayStation 3 Console without the need of the Cobra-USB dongle.

File Library Link for 'Cobra-USB': --> Cobra-USB Firmware v5.0 (196.4kb) via PS3SceneFiles

File Library Link for 'mmCM' FULL: --> multiMAN CobraManager v04.01.00 FULL (20120204) (201.25mb) via PS3SceneFiles

File Library Link for 'mmCM' BASE: --> multiMAN CobraManager v04.01.00 BASE (20120204) (30.12mb) via PS3SceneFiles

OFFICIAL SITE: http://www.COBRA-USB.com