PlayStation 5 Gets Voice Commands, Better Music Control UI in Latest System Software Update

The latest update also gives PlayStation VR2 users more control over what's being shown when they broadcast their gameplay.

Posted By | On 26th, Oct. 2023

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A new system software update for the PlayStation 5 has been released. Numbered at update 23.02-08.20.00.06, the update is a weighty one, coming in at 1.185GB. The update brings with it a few new features, including some fixes to the interface for users of the PlayStation VR2.

As part of the update, PS5 users can now more easily control their music, with the music control centre now getting a two-column layout that allows for easier browsing of playlists, categories and songs.

The update is also bringing with it a new voice control feature for English-speaking users with PlayStation Network accounts in either the U.S. or U.K. Using the feature, players can say “What’s new?” through voice command on any screen, which will have the PS5 show the user its newest features.

PlayStation VR2 users can now avoid accidentally broadcasting their surroundings while broadcasting their VR gameplay. The Settings screen now has an option that allows players to block see-through view on TV, preventing the camera see-through image from being displayed on the TV.

Check out the full list of new features in the update below.

  • (Music) in the control centre is now much easier to use. With its two-column layout, you can easily browse various categories, playlists, and songs.
  • You can avoid unintentionally broadcasting your surroundings while broadcasting games with your PlayStation VR2.
  • – Go to [Settings] > [Accessories] > [PlayStation VR2], and turn on [Block See-Through View on TV] to prevent the camera see-through image from being displayed on your TV while using your PS VR2.
  • If you say “What’s new?” via Voice Command on any screen, you can now check for new PS5 features.
  • – Currently, Voice Command (Preview) is only available in English for players with accounts for PlayStation Network in the U.S. and UK.
  • We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.

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