Sony Releases Updates for PS5 and PS4: Key Features Revealed

Sony has released significant updates for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, enhancing user experience and functionality.

The latest PS5 update, version 25.02-11.00.00, is a 1.3GB download that brings several improvements. One of the key enhancements is the way activities are displayed. Now, activity details are fully shown on cards, with potential spoilers cleverly hidden to maintain the surprise factor. This update also introduces support for Unicode 16.0 emojis, allowing players to express themselves more vividly in messages.

Additionally, there are important changes to parental controls. When set to Late Teens or Older, the Communication and User-Generated Content option will automatically default to Restrict. However, if you've previously set this level, your settings will remain as Customize, ensuring continuity and control over your preferences.

As always, Sony has focused on improving the system software's performance and stability, along with enhancing the messages and usability on various screens.

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PS5 update 25.02-11.00.00 patch notes:

• We’ve made it simpler to view details about activities.
• Activity details are now fully displayed on cards.
• Potential spoilers will still be hidden.
• Unicode 16.0 emojis are now supported. You can use them in your messages.
• When you set the parental controls' restriction level to Late Teens or Older, Communication and User-Generated Content will now default to Restrict. If you have previously set the level to Late Teens or Older, your previous settings will not be affected and it will be shown as Customize.
• We've improved system software performance and stability.
• We've improved the messages and usability on some screens.

On the other hand, the PS4's update 12.50 is more modest but still valuable. It focuses on a single but crucial aspect:

• We've improved the messages and usability on some screens.

Sony's commitment to enhancing its consoles extends beyond just the latest models. They continue to support and update even the nearly 20-year-old PlayStation 3, showing dedication to their entire gaming ecosystem.