System updates aren't usually something to get all that worked up about, but we think PlayStation 4's 4.5 update is an exception, especially considering the fact it includes more storage options for our ever-so-precious games.
Sony has announced that the update will launch tomorrow, and it'll include some very nice improvements. We're not just talking about many unpatched games running a lot better on PS4 Pro and being able to play games that are saved on an external hard drive, but also some real treats for PlayStation VR owners, those of you who wants to share your experiences, and more:
PSVR improvements
If you're playing a game in PSVR, and you return to PS4's home screen, you may notice that the resolution looks lower than normal on the TV 'Social Screen'. Following this update, you'll find that the resolution of the system screen displayed on your TV is significantly better when you're out of VR mode.
Also, the resolution of Cinematic Mode on PSVR will improve - if your PSVR screen size is set to Small or Medium, the frame-rate of content viewed in Cinematic Mode goes up from 90Hz to 120Hz with this update.
PSVR will now support Blu-ray 3D discs. You will have the ability to watch them in stereoscopic 3D via your headset.
Voice chat for Remote Play
They're adding voice chat when using Remote Play on Windows PC, Mac or an Xperia device. If you've got a gaming session planned with your friends, but you're away from your system, this update makes it seem like you're right at home. You can switch your mic on and off via the microphone icon on the Tool Bar of the Remote Play app.
Off-console availability
There are a variety of off-console apps and features that make communication with other gamers easier, like the PlayStation App and PS Messages. They're now adding an icon, shaped like a smartphone, which indicates a player is logged into PSN but away from their console.
Custom wallpaper & profile colour
You can now use your own screenshots as wallpaper on the home screen.
There's also a new option to better personalise your Profile page. If you've selected a custom cover image, your PS4 will generate a choice of supporting colours based on that image to change the page's background colour to.
Share your activity
You'll now have more choice on what you want to include on your Activity Feed, letting you create custom stories with text, screenshots, player and game tags. Find the post tool on What's New, your Profile or Content Info Screen.
Activity feed privacy
In addition, you can now change the privacy settings for individual posts. You can alter who sees your Activities via the same-named tab in the Sharing Your Experience section of Settings, while you can decide the level of privacy for videos, screenshots, broadcasts, PS Store and PS Music when you go to upload them. But worry not, you can also alter who gets to see that content after the post has been shared.
Save Data Shortcut
Hover over a game title icon and press the Options button. You'll be given the choice to 'Upload/Download Saved Data' from the the PS4's home screen that let you upload the saved data on your PS4 to PS Plus online storage and download the saved data from PS Plus online storage to your PS4 with ease.
From Capture Gallery to Sharefactory
Select your chosen screenshot or video in Capture Gallery, and by pressing the Options button you'll have the choice to go straight into Sharefactory and start editing.
GIF support
You can now share GIFs from Sharefactory to your Activity Feeds.
That's quite a list. Which part is your favourite?