Sony has release PS3 Firmware v4.83 today, which is a minor update to the console featuring stability improvements. The update is mandatory if you wish to play games online, so you may want to update your console before going online.
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PS4 Firmware 6.00 was officially released today, following several weeks of beta testing. However, the new update doesn’t include any major changes or new features, which is unusual for a major release as the version number would indicate. The changelog reveals only system performance improvements.
Yet another minor firmware update for the PS4 was been released, updating the PS4 to version 5.56. If you’re not keeping track, this is the third minor update to PS4 Firmware 5.50. Luckily, this update is optional, and isn’t required unless the game you’re playing requires it.
A minor PS4 firmware update was released on 17th May 2018, updating the PS4 to version v5.55. Although a minor update, this update is mandatory to access the PlayStation Network. The changelog for this update can be found below.
Sony has released a new minor firmware update for the PS4 today, updating the system software to v5.53. The update is approximately 440 MB and allows you to make changes to how much data is collected from your PS4, presumably in relation to the upcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, which comes into effect on 25th May 2018.
PS4 Firmware 5.50 is now out of beta and available for all owners to download. This major firmware update adds lots of new features and improvements to the system, including Play Time Management for Parents, Supersampling Mode for PS4 Pro, improvements to the PS4 Library and more. The official changelog as been included below.
A new minor firmware update has been released for the PS3, updating the system software to v4.82. The PS3 hasn’t had a major firmware update since 2013, but it’s good to see Sony is continuing to patch the PS3 to fix bugs and security issues. The update is mandatory, and is required to access the PlayStation Network.
A minor update for the PS4 has been released, updating the system software version to v5.01. This is a very minor update and is currently not mandatory to install. However, it may be required if you attempt to play some newer games. The changelog indicates that this update improves system performance.
The latest major PS4 Firmware update is out of beta and available to download to everyone. This new update continues to improve the system software by allowing gamers to customise their friends list, easily manage family member accounts, and makes further changes to Notifications, including colour customisation.
Sony has released PS4 Firmware v4.74, which is a minor update to improve system performance. The software update is currently optional, but may be required when starting certain newer games. The new update means Sony is also preparing to release Firmware v5.00 Beta 6 to to patch the same issue.
