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The PS5 now sounds better than ever thanks to its latest update: these are all the changes
PlayStation 5 is now compatible with Dolby Atmos devices, but the latest patch brings many more features and updates to the console.
The beta of the next PS5 update has come to fruition and the Japanese company has announced some of the new features that have been implemented in the most recent patch. In addition to new accessibility options, Sony’s next-generation console has been strengthened and now supports Dolby Atmos, adding new sound options to enjoy 3D audio technology. Beyond that, several brand-new social features have been revealed.
From now on, PS Remote Play will be compatible with the Android TV 12 operating system. On the other hand, the verified devices are Chromecast with Google TV (4K model) and the Bravia XR A95L model.
Although voice commands have been improved, these changes only apply to the United States and the United Kingdom. Regarding the news of the PS App on iOS and Andorid, PlayStation has reported that players will be able to react to messages with emojis and preview when sharing a screen with another user before joining the group in the app.
These are the features that are now available on PS5
Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed all the news in a publication of the official PlayStation blog, which we collect below.
Accessibility
- Use a Second Controller for Assistance. You can now assign a second controller to one account as an assist controller, and use two controllers to operate your PS5 console as if you were using a single controller. This feature introduces a new way for you to enjoy games collaboratively with others or help a friend or child navigate a particularly challenging section of a game.
- System UI Haptic Feedback. You now have the option to turn on haptic feedback effects while navigating your PS5 with your DualSense controller, DualSense Edge controller, or PS VR2 Sense controller.
Support for compatible Dolby Atmos-enabled audio devices
3D Audio powered by Tempest 3D AudioTech can now be enjoyed by those who own compatible Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI devices such as soundbars, TVs or home theater systems. Tempest 3D AudioTech specifically renders to the Dolby Atmos audio device in use – including overhead channels – allowing for even greater levels of immersion in the audioscapes of PS5 games.
Social feature enhancements
- Party UI update. You can now invite a player into a closed party without automatically adding the player into the group or creating a new group. Additionally, players can now send open or closed party invitations to groups instead of only individual players.
- Share Screen Preview. When someone’s sharing their screen in a party that you can join, you’ll now see a preview image of their Share Screen, even before you enter the party.
- Join friends’ game sessions easily. You can now easily see which of your friends are in an activity you can join under the [Friends] tab.
- Game Hub tournaments tile. In the game hub, you can now see how many tournaments you’ve entered and the highest place you’ve achieved, as well as the start time for the next tournament. You can select the tile to see the full tournament list.
- React to messages with emojis. You can now add reactions to messages with emojis, which makes communicating with friends quicker and easier.
Ease-of-use features
- Search for games in your library. You can now search for games within your game library.
- Game Help improvements. Game Help cards have been improved. In addition to in-progress activities, you can now see available, previously available, upcoming, and completed activities. When a card is selected, its details are now displayed on the right side of the card, making it easier to find objectives and their corresponding hints.
- Discover new features. Browse useful tips for getting the most out of your PS5 and learn about new features in the new Discover Tips section.
- Mute PS5 beep sound. You can now mute or adjust the volume of the PS5′s beep sound when turning it on or off, or putting it in rest mode.
Support for larger-capacity M.2 SSDs
- You can now use an M.2 SSD with a maximum capacity of 8TB (up from the previous 4TB limit) to expand storage space on your PS5 console.