Sony Releases PS5 and PS4 Updates: Key Features Revealed

Sony has rolled out new updates for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, fine-tuning various features of these popular consoles.

The PS5 update, version 25.02-11.00.00, is a 1.3GB download that enhances the activity system and introduces additional emoji support. Now, activity details are fully visible on cards, ensuring that potential spoilers remain concealed. This update also integrates Unicode 16.0 emojis, allowing players to express themselves more creatively in messages. Additionally, there are modifications to the parental control settings. 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 it to **Late Teens or Older**, your existing settings will remain unchanged and will be labeled as **Customize**. The update also boosts the overall performance and stability of the system software, alongside refining messages and usability across certain screens.

For PlayStation 4 users, the update is more concise. Version 12.50 focuses primarily on enhancing messages and usability on select screens, ensuring a smoother experience for gamers.

Sony's commitment to improving user experience extends even to the PlayStation 3, which received an update recently despite being nearly 20 years old. This dedication to updating previous generation consoles highlights Sony's ongoing support for its gaming community.

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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 system software update 12.50 comes with a single note:

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

Sony continues to update its previous generation consoles, and even recently updated the nearly 20-year-old PlayStation 3.