How do I get the most out of my PS5?

What cool things can the PS5 do?

Should PS5 be vertical or horizontal?

Again, the PS5 is designed to support both vertical and horizontal positions. Having said that, those that are especially worried about their console's long-term health may choose to position the PS5 horizontally in order to minimize known and suspected risks.

What should I do when I first get PS5?

Once you've connected the HDMI 2.1 cable to both your PS5 and TV and plugged the console into a power source, you can turn the PS5 on with the DualSense controller. Be sure to first connect the pad to the console with the included USB cable, as this is required for the initial setup.

Is a PS5 Pro coming?

Some rumours have suggested that the PS5 Pro will launch as early as June 2023. But given the stock issues of the original PS5, many are predicting a more conservative release date of late 2023.

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Is PS5 jailbreakable?

You Can No Longer Update Your PS5 and Games

To successfully jailbreak your PlayStation 5, the system needs to be running a specific firmware version or older. So if you want to jailbreak your console, you need to hold off on updating your PlayStation 5.

What is the design flaw on the PS5?

According to tech experts, the PS5 seemingly has a design fault where, if stored vertically, the console's liquid metal cooling solution can drip and freeze on top of other components, causing major damage. The liquid metal should be sealed in, but this seal can be “moved or damaged” according to insiders.

What are the issues with vertical PS5?

The story kicked off six days ago when gaming site Wololo.net reported a hardware flaw in the PS5 could cause the console's “liquid metal thermal paste” to leak into other components of the machine when played in an upright position.

How do I stop my PS5 from overheating?

Storing your PS5 in a well-ventilated area could do wonders for keeping your console cool. The PlayStation. Blog website recommends that you keep your console at least 10cm (four inches) away from any wall surface. Placing it in a tight cramped space is a recipe for disaster when it comes to overheating.

What is the best video quality for PS5?

4K is almost four times higher definition than standard (1080p HD). Though all PS5 consoles have 4K and HDR capabilities, the availability of image quality depends on your home entertainment setup.

Are PS5 graphics better than PS4?

The PS5 has some clear upgrades over the PS4, including a more powerful graphics performance, faster loading times and superior cooling.

How do I turn on 4K on PS5?

Can you change PS5 light color?

Features. Multiple LED lighting effects: this LED Light for PS5 has 8 colors and more than 400 light effects for you to choose from. You can choose the lighting mode that suits your game by adjusting the color, light speed, brightness.

How do you find hidden games on PS5?

From your Game Library, select Filter and Sort. Turn on Hidden Items to temporarily show your hidden games.

What can PS5 do other than games?

What is the correct position for PS5?

Just like its predecessor, the PS5 can lie flat on its side or vertically, whichever you may prefer. Most Sony marketing materials only show the PS5 standing vertically but the included stand makes it easy to lay the console flat without it wobbling.

Should a PS5 be on its side?

Like the previous three generations of Sony consoles before it, the PS5 can be positioned in either a flat horizontal position or a vertical standing position. Unlike those consoles, though, this one doesn't require a separate stand attachment.

What is the highest quality PS5?

The PS5 outputs 1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080), 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) and 8K UHD (7680 x 4320). 1080p is the most accessible resolution, though 4K UHD is increasingly popular as the price of the technology falls to a reasonable level. 8K UHD has yet to be widely adopted, but it is a nice touch of future-proofing.

Is it ok to put my PS5 vertical?

Reports recently came that setting the PlayStation 5 vertically might harm the hardware. However, it all seems to be a false alarm, and gamers can rest assured that their console is fine no matter which orientation it is in.

Why is PS5 so difficult?

The console was released in November 2020, but was very difficult to obtain for most of its lifespan. A semiconductor chip shortage limited Sony's production of new PS5 consoles.

How to get games for free PS5?

Each month, PS5 and PS4 owners who subscribe to one of Sony's PlayStation Plus tiers get to download and play a great selection of free games.

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