From Sony’s official Playstation blog comes word of hefty updates to the Playstation 3 and PSP system software, adding some long-overdue features.

PSP gamers will soon be able to download games directly onto the handheld with a Wi-Fi connection by signing up for the Playstation Network. This also allows for a consistent account between the PSP and PS3. Downloads through PC will be temporarily unavailable as Sony makes some adjustments.

The version 5.0 firmware upgrade also adds a sleep timer to use while listening to music and a full-screen keyboard for text entry.

The PS3’s version 2.5 updates aren’t as significant, but there are quite a few of them. Support for an official bluetooth headset has been added, which is helpful as it will come bundled with the upcoming SOCOM: Confirmation. Movie watchers will be able to splice their videos into smaller chunks for easier viewing, and In-game screenshots will be supported on a case-by-case basis.

For the trophy-seekers, tweaks to the interface show how far you are from the next Trophy Level, and players will be able to view their friends’ Trophy Level progress. A minor change to Friend status information shows how long it’s been since your buddies have gone online. Promotional codes and Playstation Network cards will be redeemable directly through the store.

In the power-saving department, new settings enable a shutdown of the PS3 and controllers after set periods of inactivity. The system can also be set to switch off after downloads are complete.

There’s no word on a set release date. Playstation Network Operations director Eric Lempel only promises that the updates are “coming soon.”