While the features that will be coming in PlayStation 4's next system update were recently leaked, you can't beat official confirmation and explanation.
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The PlayStation Blog today rolled back the curtain on system update 2.50, revealing that the details of the next software version line up with those posted online several days ago. That information had been leaked by those in the beta preview program, so they were always likely to match the real feature list.
The 2.50 system software will be named Yukimura, bringing its headline Suspend/Resume feature to consoles the next time your system updates. This will allow you your PS4 to keep games and apps running in Rest Mode, launching immediately when the console is turned back on in full without having to reopen and load the game. It was a feature mentioned when the PS4 was originally revealed, but had not made an appearance until now.
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"While developing the PlayStation 4 system, our hardware and software teams relied on feedback from our community of developers," wrote Director of Product Planning & Software Innovation at SCEA Scott McCarthy. "The result is the most innovative and forward-thinking gaming console in the market today. Since launch, PlayStation has continued that trend of listening to feedback by bringing some of the most highly requested features from the PlayStation Nation to PS4 with each of our system software updates.
"When we unveiled PS4 two years ago, we announced Suspend/Resume, a feature that would enable PS4 users to jump in and out of their games faster than ever. This has been a feature gamers have been excited about since then, and today I am honored to officially confirm that system software update 2.50, "Yukimura," will soon deliver Suspend/Resume, as well as a number of other requested features to PS4."
That is of course not the only upgrade coming in the software, which does not yet have a release date. Here's what else the console will be getting:
- Sub-account to Master account Upgrade: Users with a sub-account will now be able to upgrade to a master account directly from their PS4 when they turn 18, removing restrictions for chat, enabling users to fund their own wallet, make purchases and more. Currently, users can upgrade their sub-accounts online athttps://account.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/.
- Facebook Friend Search: Gamers globally have jumped into PS4 as a redefined social gaming experience and connecting with friends over the network is a huge part of what makes the PS4 community so special. PlayStation now lets you go even bigger by connecting with your Facebook friends on PS4 using your linked account. Search for Facebook friends who are PlayStation Network members and build on the foundation of Friends you already have in your list.
- Remote Play & Share Play at 60 fps: For games that support 60 fps, the ability to customize the frame rate of Remote Play and Share Play will be added with "Yukimura." Play to your bandwidth strengths and use this option to stream gameplay at 60 or 30 fps when using Remote Play or Share Play on supported devices.
- Accessibility Options: "Yukimura" introduces a wide variety of options to make their PS4 entertainment experience even more accessible. Options include text to speech, enlarged text, bolder fonts, higher contrast UI, zoom for displayed pictures, invert colors on screen and more. Users will also be able to reassign buttons for DualShock 4, making it easier for users with limited manual dexterity or limited reach and strength to play.
- Trophy Improvements: We have received a ton of feedback to improve Trophies. In "Yukimura," a screenshot will automatically be captured at the moment a Trophy is earned, making it easier than ever for you to share your greatest gaming moments with your friends. We're also adding more sorting options along with the new ability to remove games from the Trophy list that have 0% completion.
- Share Video Clips to Dailymotion: When sharing standout PS4 moments via the Share button on DualShock 4, "Yukimura" will allow players to upload directly to Dailymotion.
