PS5 Update Out Now For Everyone, Adds 1440p Support And Folders
Following an earlier beta test, the latest PlayStation 5 firmware update is out now, adding 1440 HDMI video output and gamelists (AKA folders), along with some new social features.
In addition to the previously announced features in the beta, the new PS5 firmware update allows players to search for content on YouTube through voice commands. Players can say, «Hey, PlayStation, find [keyword] on YouTube.» This will open the YouTube app and search for what you asked.
This new voice command option is currently available through a preview test, and is limited to the US and UK. English is the only supported language right now.
Additionally, the PlayStation App for iOS and Android is being updated to let players launch a PS Remote Play session directly from the app.
As we reported previously, the PS5 update adds 1440p HDMI video output on compatible TVs and monitors and if the game you're playing supports this. Users can check if their HDMI device can reach 1440p by choosing «Test 1440p Output» in the «Screen and Video» option under system settings. For those playing a game with a higher native resolution, such as 4K, Sony said they «may benefit from improved anti-aliasing through supersampling down to 1440p output.»
As for game lists, players can now create these in their Game Library to help make organizing games easier. «To start, go to the [Your Collection] tab and select [Create Gamelist]. Choose games to add to your gamelist, then decide what to name it,» Sony said.
Game lists can support up to 100 games, and users can have up to 15 lists. Players can select any game to add to a list, whether it be on a disc, digital, or streaming. Games can be added to multiple lists to help you organize your collection. It's unclear if
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