Last month we revealed that it was possible to sign up to test the upcoming PlayStation 4 system software update early, and now we know some of the features that are coming in the full version. Spoilers: it has a few highly requested features.
One of the most noteworthy features is the option to store content to an external HDD up to 8TB in size. You can download and install applications directly to your extra storage, and the saved contents are easily manageable through the settings menu.
Another highly requested feature is to make custom wallpapers. Now it'll be possible to use your favourite in-game screenshot, edited or untouched, as the background image for your home screen. You'll even have the option to have drop-shadows on texts and dim the Function Area to better suit the screenshot.
The update also includes tweaks to the quick-menu. It'll now cover less of your gameplay screen, and you'll be able to access handy Party features via Online Friends, like creating new parties, inviting friends, and joining parties, without transitioning to the separate Party app.
Some of you have shared your concerns regarding the messy notifications list, and Sony has been listening. They've now removed the tabs, and gathered them all in a single simplified list. You'll also get quick access the Notification settings from the Options Menu to turn off or customise which pop-up notifications appear on your screen, so you're only getting the notifications you want.
Now you'll have the option to post directly into the Activity Feed, which appears in a variety of places across the console, including What's New. Under What's New you'll see a new option to post things like text, screenshots, and gifs directly into your Activity Feed. You can also tag games or other users to make sure they don't miss your posts.
Tying into to this new feature, Live from PlayStation will show screenshots that users uploaded to PSN as a Public Activity, so you can show off your best gameplay moments not only to your friends, but to users around the globe.
There's even an extra treat for PlayStation VR owners, as the update adds the ability to view 3D movies in stereoscopic 3D directly on the headset.
This is just a sampling of what's coming in the upcoming update, and we'll get to know more about those and the release date in a few weeks. Which feature are you most interested in?