PS4 System Software

PS4 System Software Update 7.00

An update to the system software for PlayStation 4 systems was released on 08/10/19. You can use this to update your system software to version 7.00.

Always update your PS4 system to the latest version of the system software. By updating, you can enjoy additional features, improved usability and enhanced security.

PS4 system software features
Version 7.00

Main features in the system software update

The following changes have been made to (Party).

The maximum number of people who can join a party has been increased from 8 to 16.

Chat transcription has been added, and accessibility has been improved. While in a party, use (PS4 Second Screen) *¹ on your smartphone or other mobile device to convert party voice chat to text, or to enter text to have it read aloud to other party members.

This feature works only in English and is available only on PS4 systems sold in certain regions.

Network connectivity has been improved.

Audio quality of voice chat has been improved.

Remote Play can now be used on more devices.

Besides Xperia TM devices, Remote Play can now be used on other smartphones and tablets running Android™ 5.0 or higher*². Download PS4 Remote Play from Google Play™ to use this feature.

Additionally, for mobile devices running Android 10, you can now connect a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller via Bluetooth®for Remote Play*²*³.

*1 Download the latest version of PS4 Second Screen, available from Google Play™ or the App Store.

*2 Remote Play may not be compatible with every device.

*3 Depending on the device, certain features such as the touch pad and the vibration function may not be available.

Other updated features

When using Remote Play on an iPhone or iPad, you can now do the following things. Select [Settings] on the Remote Play screen to switch to these settings.

iPhone or iPad: The controller can now be displayed at all times. iPhone: You can now lock the screen orientation.

You can now use a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller via Bluetooth for Remote Play on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac*.

Update to the following OS to use this feature.
iOS 13
iPadOS 13
macOS Catalina

* Some features, such as the touch pad and the vibration function, may not be available on the iPhone and iPad.

"Xperia" is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Mobile Communications AB.

App Store, iPad, iPhone, Mac, iPadOS and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

The Bluetooth®word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Google Play, the Google Play logo and Android are trademarks of Google LLC. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.

Download PS4 update file

If your PS4 cannot automatically update, try redownloading the file. If that fails, transfer the file below onto a USB drive and install on your PS4 following the installation guide.

PS4 system software update file

How to install PS4 update from USB

Download PS4 reinstallation file

Reinstalling your PS4 system software will delete all of the data contained in your PS4 system storage; this process is often referred to as a "factory" or "hard" reset.

PS4 system software reinstallation file

How to reinstall PS4 system software from USB

Restart PS4 system software download on PS4

If your PS4 system software automatic download is stuck, please delete the update and start again:

Select (Notifications) from the PS4 function area, highlight the update file and press the OPTIONS button > [Delete].
Next, select (Settings) > [System Software Update].

If you experience multiple failed downloads, please update the PS4 system software using a USB.

Fix & Replace

PlayStation Forum

Fix and Replace diagnostic tool

If you are having issues with your PS4 firmware update, please visit the Fix and Replace diagnostic tool for further steps and to arrange a repair.

Alternatively, you can visit the PlayStation community forum and search for Safe Mode topics for more advice.

Notices

Do not download or install the update using data other than the official update file provided online by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Do not download or install updates by methods other than those described in the system documentation or on this website. If you download or install update data from a different source, by a different method, or on a system that has been altered or modified in any way, the system might not operate properly and might not be able to install the official update data. Any of these actions can void the system warranty and affect your ability to obtain warranty services and repair services from Sony Interactive Entertainment.
Do not install system software soon before or soon after a power outage.
Do not turn off your system during the installation. Interrupting the installation can cause your system to be damaged.
You might not be able to use some applications or content without first updating the system software.

System Software

By using or accessing the System Software, you agree to be bound by all current terms of this Agreement. To access a printable, current copy of this Agreement, go to http://doc.dl.playstation.net/doc/ps4-eula/.

Sony Interactive Entertainment, at its sole discretion, may modify the terms of this Agreement at any time, including any terms in the PS4 system documentation or manual, or http://doc.dl.playstation.net/doc/ps4-oss/index.html.

Please check back on this website from time to time for changes to this Agreement.

PS4 System Software Update