XrossMediaBar ( pronounced CrossMediaBar or the official abbreviation XMB ) is the graphical user interface used on Sony PlayStation Portable , PlayStation 3 , as well as PSX game consoles, on BRAVIA TVs and VAIO laptops.
PlayStation Portable Console
On the PlayStation Portable, the background of the XMV changes depending on the month (if this function is enabled).
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PlayStation 3 Console
XMB on the PS3 differs from the version on the PSP by the theme and the availability of additional functions of the PS3.
On Sony Bravia TVs
XMB on Sony TVs BRAVIA is a graphical user interface ( GUI ) that allows you to see which devices are connected to the TV and gives you quick access to them. Along with the settings option, the horizontal panel also displays user connections in groups, such as cameras, digital TV, analog TV, and input devices. From there, you can select a channel with one click or play a disc.