http://kotaku.com/346073/ps3-megabox-homebrew-project-is-linux-for-commitment+phobes
Just curious as to if anyone has tried this yet. I've got the required software and will probably give it a run tomorrow. Currently its only available in a 'very buggy' beta.
Its a good idea, but to be honest the only real thing it adds (for me) over the Game OS / XMB is full MKV Support. It will be interesting to see how user-friendly the final interface is, this will be an important factor, the current system is pretty smooth and easy-to-use.
I use the DLNA for all my media, I don't (and won't be) storing any files on the PS3's HDD, the XMB handles DLNA very well. Time will tell for Megabox.
Good to see some homebrew stuff surfacing for the PS3 though. I will report back with my thoughts once I get around to booting it up.