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iR Shell Says Farewell at v2.2

Posted Sep 12, 2006 at 01:35PM by Anna S. Listed in: Homebrew Applications Tags: PMP, PMP Mod, psphax0r9, DevHook, Ahman, iR Shell
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iR Shell Configurator


Ahman's iR Shell is arguably one of the best applications ever made for the PSP. However, all good things must come to an end, so with a heavy-heart he announced that this is going to be the final release for the iR Shell.

Being the phenomenal application that it is today, you'd never imagine that it was created through Ahman's failed search for a PSP homebrew that can serve as a wireless controller to his Pentax camera. He's been hard at work on the project since January and he's transformed the then unnamed and potential Pentax camera controller application into the multi-tasking, can't-do-without iR Shell that it is now.

The Pentax camera may have triggered everything in motion, but the legions of dedicated supporters have kept it moving. There's AnonymousTipster, who's responsible for the ZIP and RAR plugins plus in charge of redesigning the iR Shell website. The devoted beta testers, most especially to StoneCut, who helps moderate the forum and help out newbies in the ins and outs of the application. His impressive and well written test reports are essential to the project's development.

Torpie13 for his generous donation for the domain and free T3 hosting service. And if you're still in awe of the UI graphics' transformation, you have these talented graphics artists to thank - Triable, Skydew, Terdinglage, Numeror, PSPHax0r9 and other skin makers. He also extends his sincerest thanks to the different plugin makers and their original authors that makes full use of the iR Shell plugin system.

Changelog:
  • The Homebrew directory can be customized under iR Configurator. You can change it from original /PSP/GAME to anything you like. Pls note if you relocate the homebrew directory, XMB won't be able to launch them.
  • You can now organize your homebrews into various sub-folders, such as:

            - Emulators
            - Games
            - General Utilities
            - WiFi Applications

  • This will help to organize your homebrews and make it easier to locate a specific one easier. It also helps to speed up the APP view. The sub-folder must be in the syntax of "$name$". The 2 dollar signs are used to signify this is a folder which contains various homebrews.
  • The File Manipulation has been updated for the APP view, so that you can create, rename, delete directories as usual. Pls note when you create directory under APP view, you don't need to put dollar signs and the system will add them automatically.
  • A new PMP Mod AVC plugin by Magelo. In order to avoid conflicts with the original PMP Mod 2.02. This new AVC plugin will use extension name "AVC" which means you'll have to rename your pmp avc files to name.avc. The original PMP movie files will still be name.pmp.
  • A new beautiful skin "Vista Clarity" by PSPHax0r9.
Bug Fixes:
  • Fix a bug which cause the inability to launch a 1.5 UMD game from iR Shell.
  • There was a bug in the previous public release which caused "hide splash screen" under iR Configurator not working. It's now fixed.
  • A log file "debug.txt" in the root directory has been accidentally left in the previous public release. You can manually remove it.

As a testament to the application's reputation, Ahman is not going to be leaving us hanging in mid-air. In the coming statements, he goes further into the iR Shell's history and functionality, there's even a mention of a possible comeback:

"From the way I look at it, iR Shell is a pretty stable & mature software under fw 1.5. Although it may not meet everybody's expectation, it certainly took me a lot of time & effort in development and I personally enjoy using it very much. Besides full support for fw 1.5, iR Shell also provides some basic support for 2.x firmware emulation under devhook with ability to multi-task with 2.x UMD game and play your favorite mp3s. This support has been introduced since 2.0 official release, but I didn't mention it in the official release note due to many of other iR Shell functions haven't been fully working under devhook environment. Since this is a final release, I've attached a copy of instructions "devhook.txt" which I had posted in my forum for those who wants to enjoy playing your favorite mp3s under devhook. Pls be warned iR Shell isn't too stable under devhook and it may crash your PSP if you choose an unsupported function. In order to make iR Shell running perfectly under Devhook, a lot of hackings still need to be done in higher firmware, such as support on kernel mode homebrew. When 2.x firmware is fully hacked, I may return back with a few more iR Shell updates to make it more complete."

There is no denying the iR Shell's contribution for the whole PSP community, without it, the whole gaming experience wouldn't be the same. The QJ crew is in consensus that this application is a rare breed. Needless to say, aspiring iR Shell-esque applications have darn big shoes to fill.

Download: [iR Shell v2.2]
Download: [Network Host File System Server 1.5 (Windows Version)]
Download: [Network Host File System Server 1.5 (Linux Version)]
Download: [Pronto Hex Code v1.3 (For Infra-Red Feature)]
Download: [MP3 Player Plug-in Module]

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73 Comments


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   by osiron23 (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » noooooo
pls tell me ur kidding....

   by Wooly (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » I will miss you Ahman
I haven't used IR Shell until recently and now I realize what all the fuss was about. We will never forget your hard work. Thank you for all of your contributions to the homebrew community.

   by FINALLY (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » 1st!!!!!
I'm finally first to a news post!!!!!!! AHH!!!!!!! FINALLY!!!!!

   by Shoryuken (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » this is for you Ahman *raises arm*
See you next time, warrior.

   by DJG - 2006-09-12

You will be missed IRShell and Ahman.

   by haha (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » haha
yeah yeah Ir shell is dead but so is file assistant and file assistrant is the best shell ever (and it is a shell retards) ir shell is just popular but it suks. still a homebrew is a homebrew so rip ir shell.

   by Destructo - 2006-09-12
 » Aww...
And I was waiting for the iR learning feature.

   by mmick (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » The very hard goodbye
Now that I thought the fun was beginning it reaches an end!

I will miss (a lot) Ir Shell developments and Ahman´s knowgledge! Today PSP community loses the development of one of the biggest icones ever on this realm... Devhook, Daxziso (and all programs that contributed for them) and IrShell (with all the homebrew associated) are what makes my day with PSP. Now one of the biggest stops...

I hope you take some vacations and after that you pick Irshell up again with fresh ideas and make us a surprise!

Thanks Ahman (and all the people who constantly contributes with homebrew).

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   by tomskag (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12

ahman amen


r.i.p you brought me hours of enjoyment in school. soo many tvs!!
but im sure that there will always be updates with plugins right?????

   by Zodionic (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » :(
i cant believe it, my favorite homebrews, snestyl and irshell, come to an end....its sad, but i know that there is hardley any new features to add in, and if there is, others shall make them, with a the abilities for plugins, the possabilities are endless, thankyou ahman for making my psp alot more open sorce.

   by iR Shell lover (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » ahhhh man....
come on man you can't give up! =(

   by XTatiC (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » poo
...I just recently got a mem stick big enough to be able to have more than 1 game and iR shell at the same time :( Love your work man and thanks a lot.

CATCH YOU ON THE BRICKED SIDE!

   by rikardo_92 (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » cya ahman
we will miss you....i love this program!!!!!

   by PSPGEEK (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12

me too i'll miss the good times i had in school with irshell and and tv, vcr, dvd, and at the same time listening to music

AhMam i'll miss u

it would be awesome if u have updates for the ir codes :)

   by uk_psp1.50er - 2006-09-12
 » 3rd registered comment!!
yes they fixed the splash screen bug...its a shame its the final version. best psp shell ever

   by ford (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » .
Thanks a whole bunch ahman. You have dedicated your time to this system and the community and it has paid off. Thank you for all your hard work and of course...IRSHELL! You'll be missed. :)

   by Anbu Elite (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » Thankyou Ahman
IR Shell is a great application...it's sad to hear that you are discontinuing the project. Though, it is an awesome app, and I just wanna say thanks.

PS: I hope one day you'll return to improve IR Shell!

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   by Ibanezmike (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » CONFIGURATOR PROBLEM
sorry to be a bring down, but these last two releases for me at least, the configurator freezes the psp somewhere in the middle of the list. just after app suffix names. i wanted to know if anyone else had this problem. but either way. what a kick ass program. its so well coded youd think it was made by
son........no they wouldnt have the decency.

   by spud6754 (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » thanks man
I have had IRshell since the begginning and it has ALWAYS been my favourite app.

Well done and it will be missed.

   by oh (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » noooooooo
oh well ill miss ir shell bye

   by Bad Intentions - 2006-09-12
 » Bye..
Your shell is my most used homebrew app, but it's so sad to see you stop developing for it. I (and probably the rest of the community) wish you luck in whatever it is that you plan to do. Good luck and thanks for the great program!

   by RaiderX - 2006-09-12
 » noooooooooooo!!!!
boooo!! :*(

ah well, many thanks for the amazing app u left us with ahman! And plos dont leave the scene, im sure im not the only one who would love to see more apps from you!

   by killa726 (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » R.I.P
I HAVE BEEN SIDE TO SIDE SINCE THE BEGING WITH THIS APP AND I JUST HOPE THEY CHANGE THERE MIND I love THIS APP RIP.

   by neothedarkone (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » Too bad
Good app, too bad it is discontinued :'(. The last version seems to be huge though :D

   by band-aid (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » source code?
Maybe he'll release the source code that way someone can pick up where he left off. Or at least someone may learn something from it. I don't think the homebrew community can stand for long if devs get stingy with their code.

   by StoneCut (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » R.I.P. iR Shell
Those were the happy days :(

   by ikarius (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » Be well
Well, Ahman, really, iRShell is over all expectations and you did a great job all the way around, for that I congratulate you. I use iRshell to replace my XMB (Thanks to Dark_Alex's custom firmware and some configuration of mine) and it makes my PSP so much better (would be even better with a new faceplate since mine is completly cracked... who knows why I always took care of my PSP, whatever.)

In any case, I am sad to see you go but I am sure you will do well in your future endeavour. Good luck, friend.

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   by xulap (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » thanks ahman!!!
thanks ahman!!!! i love you dude,for real,irshell is the greatest shell id ever seen,and not only the best shell,its one of my top 3 favorites homebrews(maybe #1),so ahman,i appreciate all youd done for us(psp users),i cried when i saw the post saying that this will be the final release...but its ok,by being the final release,it means its completed and perfect and dont need anymore changes! dude thanks again! ill miss you...i wait you keep making good apps like that 'man.
sincerly;
xulap

   by xulap (Unregistered) - 2006-09-12
 » thanks ahman!!!
thanks ahman!!!! i love you dude,for real,irshell is the greatest shell id ever seen,and not only the best shell,its one of my top 3 favorites homebrews(maybe #1),so ahman,i appreciate all youd done for us(psp users),i cried when i saw the post saying that this will be the final release...but its ok,by being the final release,it means its completed and perfect and dont need anymore changes! dude thanks again! ill miss you...i wait you keep making good apps like that 'man.
sincerly;
xulap

   by FLai - 2006-09-12
 » .
Your the best out there Ahman! We love you!



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