Sony Releases PS5 and PS4 Updates: Details Inside

Sony has rolled out new updates for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, fine-tuning various features to enhance your gaming experience.

The latest PS5 update, version 25.02-11.00.00, weighs in at a modest 1.3GB and brings a host of improvements. One of the standout features is the enhanced activity details now fully displayed on cards, ensuring you get all the information you need without any potential spoilers ruining your fun. Additionally, the update introduces support for Unicode 16.0 emojis, allowing you to express yourself more vividly in messages.

For families, the update also includes adjustments to parental controls. When setting the restriction level to Late Teens or Older, 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 no unexpected changes.

Beyond these specific enhancements, the update also focuses on the nuts and bolts of the system, improving overall software performance and stability. You'll also notice improved messages and usability on certain screens, making navigation smoother and more intuitive.

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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.

Meanwhile, the PS4 isn't left behind, receiving its own system software update, version 12.50. Though more modest, this update focuses on enhancing messages and usability on certain screens, ensuring a smoother experience for PS4 users.

Sony's commitment to its gaming community is evident as it continues to support not just the latest consoles but also older generations, including the nearly 20-year-old PlayStation 3 with recent updates.