Sony Updates PS5 and PS4 Systems: Key Changes Revealed

Sony has rolled out new updates for both the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, enhancing user experience and system performance.

The PS5's latest update, version 25.02-11.00.00, is a 1.3GB download that brings several improvements. One of the key enhancements is to the activities feature, where activity details are now fully displayed on cards. This update ensures that potential spoilers remain hidden, keeping the gaming experience enjoyable. Additionally, the update introduces support for Unicode 16.0 emojis, allowing players to express themselves more vividly in messages.

For families, there are significant changes to parental controls. When setting the restriction level to Late Teens or Older, the Communication and User-Generated Content will now default to Restrict. However, if you've previously set this level, your settings will remain as Customize, ensuring continuity in your preferences.

Beyond these features, the update focuses on improving system software performance and stability, along with enhancing the messages and usability on some screens.

Here are the detailed patch notes for the PS5 update 25.02-11.00.00:

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.

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On the other hand, the PS4's update, version 12.50, is more modest but still valuable. It focuses solely on improving the messages and usability on some screens, ensuring a smoother experience for users of the previous generation console.

Sony's commitment to updating its consoles extends even to the nearly 20-year-old PlayStation 3, showcasing their dedication to enhancing user experience across all platforms.