PS4™ System Software Update
Current PlayStation®4 System Software Release 7.00
An update to the PlayStation®4 system software was released on October 8, 2019.
Use this update to install system software 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.
BY DOWNLOADING THE PS4 SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE,
YOU ARE INDICATING THAT YOU AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE SYSTEM SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
Updated System Software Features
Main features in system software update 7.00
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™ 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. Some games do not support Remote Play. A PS4™ system with a wired connection via a LAN cable is recommended.
*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.
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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.
How to Download PS4™ System Software Files
Follow the instructions in this section, when you are unable to update the system software from your PS4 directly.
PS4™ System Software Update File
Downloading Requirements
A computer connected to the Internet.
An external storage device or a USB flash drive with at least 460 MB of free space.
The system software of the PS4™ system and system software updates installed on your system are subject to a limited license from Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Visit the System Software License Agreement for details.
Downloading Instructions
On the external drive, create a folder named "PS4". Inside that folder, create another folder named "UPDATE".
Download this file: agree to terms and download update.
Save your file in the "UPDATE" folder as "PS4UPDATE.PUP".
If you get the error: "SU-41350-3 - Cannot find the update file" it means that the PUP file was renamed by your computer due to multiple downloads of the same file.
Solution: Check the download location on your PC or Mac, delete any previous versions. Make sure the current the file is named: PS4UPDATE.PUP.
Access to and use of the PS4™ system software update are subject to your acceptance of the System Software License Agreement. Before downloading the system software update, you should carefully read and understand the terms of the System Software License Agreement.
Installation Instructions
Follow the PS4 installation instructions.
PS4™ Complete System Software File
A full system software installation is required when replacing the internal hard drive on your PS4.
Downloading Requirements
A computer connected to the Internet.
An external storage device or a USB flash drive with at least 1.1 GB of free space.
Downloading Instructions
- On the external drive, create a folder named "PS4". Inside that folder, create another folder named "UPDATE".
Download this file: agree to terms and download complete software.
Save your file in the "UPDATE" folder as "PS4UPDATE.PUP".
If you get the error: "SU-41350-3 - Cannot find the update file" it means that the PUP file was renamed by your computer due to multiple downloads of the same file.
Solution: Check the download location on your PC or Mac, delete any previous versions. Make sure the current the file is named: PS4UPDATE.PUP.
Access to and use of the PS4™ system software update are subject to your acceptance of the System Software License Agreement. Before downloading the system software update, you should carefully read and understand the terms of the System Software License Agreement.
Installation Instructions
Follow the PS4 installation instructions.
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.