Looking for more protection for whatever sensitive files you have in your PSP? Here's Cypher-Me to the rescue. Cypher-Me is a file decrypter-slash-encrypter plugin that works directly from inside iRShell's file browser. It's also been updated with a few bug fixes and cosmetic changes, so hit the full article for the complete changelog.


Download: Cypher-Me v0.21

PCoopD of the Maxy_PSP dev team announced over at the forums that they've begun work on MaxES, a new shell application for the Sony PSP. It's still in the early stages of development, though those interested in hearing about its features will want to visit the full article.


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Here's a new iR Shell plugin known as Cypher-Me from homebrew coder MaxTheBest. Basically, what this does is directly encrypts the highlighted file in iR Shell's file browser.

The program is currently on version 0.2 B. To know more about its features and the initial bug fixes, proceed to the full article via the "read more" link below.

Download: Cypher-Me v0.2 B

Heads up, PSP Users! Ahman recently provided some additional info for iR Shell users on getting iR Shell to work on 3.90 M33. Apparently, you have to hex edit the PRX files to bypass the firmware reader so it'll work.

Luckily for the less technically inclined, someone already managed to do the editing, thus presenting the community with some modified PRX files with which to patch iR Shell.

Download: iR Shell v3.9 patch

Homebrew developer AhMan has released iRshell v3.9. The coder has given word that this is the final public release of the application since AhMan has announced that he is retiring from the PSP scene. More information about the application can be found in the full article. Click on the "read more" link below to get there.

Download: iR Shell v3.9
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We've got some good news and bad news for you guys regarding the upcoming build for iR Shell. The good news is that it will carry support for CFW 3.80 M33, and should be out in a few days.

As for the bad news, well, take a breath, and read it over in the full article.

Kudos to SBrown for tipping us off regarding this!

The Ghost team has come up with an alternative shell program for the PlayStation Portable handheld. XAVShell 1.0.2 sports added security features such as a login password requirement upon running the app, as well as the standard shell functions similar to other programs.

Read the changelog for the current build of XAVShell v1.0.2 after the jump!

Download: XAVShell 1.0.2

When there's an earthquake, an aftershock follows. Or at least, that's what we'd call this quick bug fix update after AhMan just released iR Shell v3.8. This release, iR Shell version 3.81, addresses incompatibility issues and fixes a few bug. Both the update for v3.8 users and a full release for those who haven't tried the latest iR Shell version are available for download. Details at the full article!



Download: iR Shell v3.81 Update (for v3.8 users)
Download: iR Shell v3.81 Full

Sony PlayStation Portable homebrew fans rejoice - the latest version of iR Shell has recently been released into the wild by none other than PSP homebrew developer AhMan, and yes, it's now available for download. Unlock the fullest potential of your handheld with this neat little homebrew - just make sure you read up on it first, okay?

Download: iR Shell 3.8

QJ.NET reader CJ has pointed us towards a new homebrew release from Chilly Willy and CaptShoe. The collaboration between ChillyWilly and CaptShoe has resulted in Snes9xTYL 0.4.2 ME for the PSP Slim, an update of the non-ME PSP Slim version AhMan released a while back. Here's the changelog:

• Ported to use 3.xx compatible MediaEngine library.
• Fixed button detection in key redefine screen when map analog to pad is enabled.
• Sound issues reduced, but not entirely. This would require more time.
• L+R functionality replaced by Home button. To quit, tap Home twice.
• The time to get back to the XMB should now be decreased. Homehook.prx courtesy of NJ.
• Simplified welcome message with the ability to disable completely.
• Option to turn off intro animation.
• New snesadvance.dat (speedhacks) by Illegal Machine and Warkobo. Thanks!
• New XMB graphics.

Aside from bringing SNES emulation goodness to the PSP Slim, this SNES emulator also works fine on old PlayStation Portables. According to Chilly Willy, this version is hardcoded to run at 333 MHz since the PSP Slim hangs when you change the CPU speed while MediaEngine is running.

This version of Snes9xTYL also burns up a lot of juice. Chilly Willy says that "sleep mode has been disabled since sleep would have done nothing at all". Both the CPU speed change and the battery drain issues are being worked on and should be fixed in a later release.

Please read the documentation files included in the download before installing this application.

Download: Snes9xTYL 0.4.2 ME for PSP Slim
Download: Snes9xTYL 0.4.2 ME for PSP Slim source code