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PS5 Update Enhances DualSense Controller Sound and Mic

Mar 14, 2024 1:13 PM

Sony's latest PlayStation 5 system update has introduced improvements to the DualSense controller's audio features, with enhancements such as louder speaker volume with adjustable settings and improved noise canceling for the microphone. This update aims to minimize background noises, making gaming experiences more immersive. Additionally, the Share Screen feature now allows drawing and adding emojis, initially only on the console but will also come to the PlayStation App later this month. Furthermore, PS5 users can now adjust the brightness of the console's power indicator light. Alongside these updates, Sony also announced new titles coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in March.

What improvements does the new PS5 system update bring to the DualSense controller?

The recent PS5 update enhances the DualSense controller by offering louder and adjustable speaker volume, upgraded noise cancelling for the microphone, and new features for the Share Screen function like drawing and adding emojis. The power indicator's brightness can also now be adjusted.

The PlayStation 5 DualSense controller has been praised for its immersive haptic feedback and adaptive trigger features since the console's release. With the latest update, Sony continues to refine the user experience, ensuring the PS5 remains competitive in the ongoing console war. The focus on accessibility and customization, as evidenced by the adjustable power indicator light and the audio enhancements, demonstrates Sony's commitment to responding to player feedback and improving the overall gaming experience on their platform.



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