PS5 Update Enhances Pro Features, Tweaks Bluetooth
A recent PlayStation 5 system update introduces enhanced PSSR for PS5 Pro owners. New features for all users include voice chat speaker indicators and a Community Activity widget. However, the update also disables Bluetooth for rest mode and HDMI Device Link in certain regions.
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PlayStation 5 System Update for September 2026 Makes Major Changes
The PlayStation 5 system update for September 2026 (version 26.06-14.00.00) introduces several quality-of-life improvements, including enhanced PSSR image quality as a default setting for PS5 Pro owners. New features for all PS5 users include speaker indicators in voice chat and a Community Activity widget. The update also modifies Bluetooth functionality, disabling its use for rest mode and HDMI Device Link in certain regions.
New PS5 Update Is Out Now, And Sony Actually Added Some New Features
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 system software update, version 26.06-14.00.00, which includes several new features and improvements. The update enables enhanced PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) by default for PS5 Pro consoles, adds a speaker indicator for voice chats, and introduces new widgets to the home screen, including a trending tab for popular games.
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Sony has released a new beta firmware update for the PlayStation 5, which reportedly includes features beneficial for the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. The update also mentions Sony considering warning labels for PS5 consoles regarding the decision to discontinue disc drives.
New PS5 Update Is Out Now, Makes Reading Easier
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PlayStation 5, version 26.04-13.60.00, which offers minor improvements to messages and usability on some screens. This update follows a previous one that introduced PSSR enhancements for the PS5 Pro and other features like an improved Friends Activity widget. The article also notes ongoing player backlash against Sony's planned discontinuation of physical game disc support in 2028.
Second PlayStation 5 System Update for July 2026 Is More of the Same
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released the second PlayStation 5 system software update for July 2026, version 26.05-13.60.00. The update, which is over 1 GB, reportedly improves messages and usability on some screens. This follows a previous update on July 1st that enhanced system performance and stability.
PS5 System Update for July 2026 Is Live, Don’t Get Your Hopes Up
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released a new PlayStation 5 system software update, version 26.04-13.42.00, for July 2026. The update, weighing around 1 GB, is described as improving system performance and stability, with no major new features for players. Notably, it does not fix the broken 'Recently Played' section but does include a Grand Theft Auto VI overlay on the PS5 Welcome Hub and PS Store search bar.
PS5's latest firmware update just started rolling out, here's what you need to know
Sony has begun rolling out a new PlayStation 5 system software update, version 26.04-13.42.00, which focuses on improving system performance and stability. Separately, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is confirmed to release on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11th, with its physical version containing the full game on cartridge and targeting 900p/30fps handheld and 1080p/30fps docked.
