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Updates and Fixes Sony Should Include in the Next PS4 Firmware Update

We all know that the PlayStation 4 is an incredible device, but just like the launch PS3, the console is set to get better with every firmware update. With that in mind, Daily Reaction’s Seb and Dan brainstorm the small fixes they’d recommend for FW 2.0. - PSLS

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Foolsjoker4531d ago

I'd say that is a good start.

doctorstrange4531d ago

Yeah, nothing's perfect, and it'd be kind of boring if it was - I love how my PS3/360 transformed in front of me.

mochachino4531d ago (Edited 4531d ago )

The OS runs really well so I don't know about fixes,

But the updates to numerous to list.

Some immediate concerns for me

-the ability to turn off the light on the controller
-game/system updates not just downloading while in sleep mode but installing as well
- a "real" standby mode similar to a phone or tablet (I want to hold down the PS button and be back in the game fast)
-the ability to share directly with friends or in a way that doesn't require 3rd party services.
-the ability to change the theme/background - if not personal wallpapers, the colour should change at least.
-better blu ray drive controls - PS3s were far more intuitive

Conzul4531d ago (Edited 4531d ago )

Nice!

I'd add:
- ability to upload 6sec clips to Vine
- ability to upload 15sec clips to instagram
- ability to add tagline/description to your stream channel.
- ability to fullscreen outgoing stream even when camera and mic are on.
- add background colour gradient mods similar to PSV capability.
- integrated FB, Twitter, email apps like PSV capability.
- add new voice commands, "Close; Switch; Pause..."
- add Skype app like on PSV. Protip: Skype attracts girls. Jussayin'
- change L3 to punctuation/symbols, not special characters. SRSLY?
- add a private play timer for each game in the trophy section.
- ability to delete predictive dictionary contents.
- ability to chose wide angle while streaming from PS camera.

Most important though!
- LOCAL music library.
- LOCAL photo library.
- LOCAL video library.
- export recorded gameplay to video library for offload.

garos824531d ago

Good stuff conzul agree with many of those.

Better controls and options for users wanting to listen to other music. I hope it's streamlined and simple to use when mp3 availability patch hits

bub164531d ago

Turn off controller light
PAUSE DOWNLOADS!!!!!!!!!!
Set audio options to automatic, i want the game to choose DTS or DD

Barneyco4531d ago

Does ps+ automatically collect game saves or do we have to do that manually every time? That would be nice.

BISHOP-BRASIL4531d ago

It does save to cloud automatically but it's on a game to game basis. When you first start a game you'll be given the option if you want to autosave into the cloud or not upload to cloud at all. I believe you can turn it on/off as well as make a single manual upload to cloud going over the game and hitting options, but I'm not sure (always said just yes and never looked back, will worry when it's filled).

Lawndart19814531d ago

Yes, it'll be another selling point for the camera....

although since Skype is owned by Microsoft, we wont see it on the PS4 until the XB1 meets sales expectations

Conzul4531d ago (Edited 4531d ago )

Skype is already on the PSV.

Though I'd rather they used VSee. Higher quality on less bandwidth, and end to end encryption so you don't need to worry about the NSA. Already on linux and android and windows and it's FOSS.

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The Big PSSR Interview With Mark Cerny

DF: "Just over a year ago, we shared exciting news directly from PlayStation 5 lead system architect Mark Cerny that Sony intended "to have something very similar to FSR 4's upscaler available on PS5 Pro for 2026 titles as the next evolution of PSSR." Just over a year later, the promise has been delivered and the quality upgrade can be transformative. This is the technology we hoped for, duly delivered, and when the opportunity arose to share some questions with Cerny about the revised PSSR, we didn't need to be asked twice."

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Mark Cerny Confirms Frame Generation "Should Be Seen At Some Point On PlayStation Platforms"

In a detailed interview coming soon on Digital Foundry, PlayStation 5 lead system architect Mark Cerny has shared more on the Project Amethyst collaboration with AMD, confirming that ML-based frame generation is coming to "PlayStation platforms" but advising DF not to expect any further updates this year.

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Chocoburger57d ago

Hopefully it can be turned off for those who don't desire frame generation. Just a simple toggle in the settings menu shouldn't be hard to add.

Eonjay57d ago

Yeah I am pretty sure this is the plan... Just easier to make it an option.
I am actually quite interested to see just what this does to extend the life of the PS5 Pro.
As far as PS6... I really feel like this tech is gonna greatly even the playing field with higher end PCs.
This is why Nvidia is trying to pass off its new AI filter as something worth caring about. We are fast approaching the endgame of raster performance.

Michiel198956d ago

bro nvidia doesnt care about pc or consoles....these tinfoilhat theories that nvidia want to deceive the public cause ps6 get closer to pc power? come on man....
They're making an ai filter because "drumroll" they're focussed on ai right now....not because of consoles power might or might not rival pc's power or whatever other console vs pc argument you wanna come up with. I like how every action a company takes in the mind of the sony goons always has either to do with console wars or consoles vs pc instead of just making money.

Look up the % of their revenue that comes from gaming and how much comes from AI

Inverno56d ago

Fake frames and fake resolutions should enhance an already well optimized game. Industry been moving in the wrong direction since these pro models came out last gen. The PS360 gen couldn't even deal with 720p res without tanking fps, PS4ONE gen started pushing for 4K when they couldn't even push beyond 900p/720p, and current gen can't run at 1080p/60 fps without dynamic resolution or some AI trickery.

SonyStyled56d ago

There’s quite a few PS3 games that are 1080p/60fps

OpenGL56d ago

Not really. Most of them were not actually native 1080p, Wipeout HD used dynamic resolution, GT5 was 1280x1080 scaled horizontally, etc.

LucasRuinedChildhood56d ago (Edited 56d ago )

PS3 was great but the frame rates weren't.
The vast majority of first person shooters on PS3 besides COD targeted 30fps, the genre which most needs 60fps.

Arcade racing games also often were only 30fps. Respect to Burnout Paradise and Driver Dan Francisco for actually being 60fps despite being open world when even track based racers were usually 30fps.

isarai_lee56d ago (Edited 56d ago )

Famegen is the most backwards garbage imo. The whole point of more frames is better response, but framegen doesn't improve response, in fact it makes it worse so what's the point?

jznrpg56d ago

I don’t have experience using it but I’m sure the end goal is to further the tech as time goes so it’s a benefit in the long run

MagUk56d ago

Frame gen has its usefulness but I would only use it if you can run a game above 60fps and upwards. It can add extra smoothness. Personally I’d only use it on single player games that ain’t that ain’t to fast paced.

Eonjay56d ago

I think how it will be used. I think it will be used on the Pro to provide improvements in unlocked games running in the 60-80 range... of which their are quite a few.

Pyrofire9556d ago

I am just coming around to thinking Frame-gen is okay but I have to emphasis so hard that a game already should be running at 60 before it.

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Mark Cerny 'Loved' Legend of Dragoon, But Admits It 'Can't Possibly Be as Good' as He Remembers

The Legend of Dragoon is held in very high regard by Sony stalwarts, a JRPG developed in-house for the original PlayStation. While it never achieved the same success as other games of that era, it's retained a cult status, and you still see calls from fans today for Sony to return to the land of Endiness. Now, fans can say that Mark Cerny, lead system architect for the PS4 and PS5, ranks among their number.

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no_more_heroes166d ago

There's definitely parts of it that haven't aged well, for sure. It would be interesting to see how a remake could fix the things that need it while somehow maintaining the game's charm.

gold_drake165d ago

i think the combat could definitely be almost like expedition 33, with the precision input thing.

no_more_heroes165d ago

My thoughts exactly. It's been a long-ass time since I've played it, but I remember there being weirdness with the plot regarding a female character. I'm on the fence about whether I'd want an FF7 Remake-style approach, or just a warts-and-all approach of it being the same exact game with 21st century graphics and presentation.

Even with regards to the goofy voice acting lol!

Part of me wants that FF7R style treatment.

Relientk77166d ago

A fantastic JRPG that should return. I wish Sony would just remake this already. I mean Bluepoint Studios makes fantastic remakes... there you go Sony.

-Foxtrot165d ago

They do…and as soon as Sony bought them they decided to waste their talents on a GaaS title for 5 years before cancelling it.

Such a shame

We could have had at least a remake from them with the next one close to being teased

MDTunkown165d ago

Jrpg age well it’s not like replaying driver.
And its flaws like to much random encounter and slow combat can easily be fixed

Knightofelemia165d ago

It's still one of those hidden gem JRPG's I love the game. I wish Sony would do something with the title whether an HD remaster or give it the remake treatment like Square did with FF7. I also wish Sony would do something with the Wild Arms franchise and another JRPG franchise I love as well.

Miraak82 165d ago

Story and charecters were good, cinematics were top notch and gameplay was fun for its time but world and exploration left much to be desired especially after playing games that came out before it like FF and Xenogears . It's a shame we never got another in-house made Sony rpg , kinda surprised they never tried to acquire Level-5 for all they rpgs they've made for them

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