PlayStation 4 System Update
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.
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.
About System Software
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 https://doc.dl.playstation.net/doc/ps4-eula/ for details.
Latest Version: 7.00
System Software Update 7.00 for PlayStation 4 Systems
An update to the system software for PlayStation 4 systems was released on October 8th, 2019. You can use this to update your system software to 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™ 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.
- Besides Xperia™ devices, Remote Play can now be used on other smartphones and tablets running Android™ 5.0 or higher*2. Download
*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.
*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.
Update Methods
You can update the system software of the PS4 system by any of the methods described below. To confirm that the update was completed successfully, once update process is completed, go to the function screen and select 
(Settings) > [System] > [System Information]. If the version number of the system update file you used for updating the system is displayed in the [System Software] field, this means that the update was completed successfully.
Use your PS4 system's network update feature to update the system.
Use an update file contained on a game disc to update the system.
This update method can be used if your PS4 system is not connected to the Internet. Download the update file to your computer, and then save it on a USB storage device. Copy the saved file to the system storage of your PS4 system to update the system.
Update using the Internet
The following things are needed to perform the update:
- PlayStation 4 system
- Internet connection (wired or wireless)
Before using the network update feature, you must configure your PS4 system's network settings. For details, refer to the user's guide for your PS4 system.
From the function screen, select (Settings) > [System Software Update]. Your system automatically checks over the Internet whether you have the latest version of the system software. If there is an update file for a later version, it is downloaded to the system. When downloading is complete, a notification message is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. From the function screen, select 
(Notifications), and then follow the screens to perform the installation.
Update using a Disc
The following things are needed to perform the update:
- PlayStation 4 system
- A disc that contains an update file
When you play a disc that contains a later version of the system software, a screen is displayed to guide you through the update process. Follow the screens to perform the update.
Update using a Computer
The following things are needed to perform the update:
- PlayStation 4 system
- Computer connected to the Internet
- USB storage device, such as a USB flash drive * There must be approximately 460MB of free space.
- On the USB storage device, create folders for saving the update file.
Using a computer, create a folder named "PS4". Inside that folder, create another folder named "UPDATE".
- Download the update file, and save it in the "UPDATE" folder you created in step 1.
Save the file with the file name "PS4UPDATE.PUP".
There are 2 types of update file which can be downloaded using via computer.
"Update File (Standard Update)" and "Update File (New Installation)"
Please be aware that both update files share the same name (PS4UPDATE.PUP).
- Connect the USB storage device that the update file is saved on to your PS4 system, and then from the function screen, select (Settings) > [System Software Update]. Follow the screens to complete the update.
- If your PS4 system does not recognize the update file, check that the folder names and file name are correct. Enter the folder names and file name in single-byte characters using uppercase letters.
Perform a new installation of the system software
This procedure is for initializing your PS4 system and performing a new installation of the system software, such as for when you replace the hard disk drive.
- Be careful when using an update file for reinstallation. All users and all data will be deleted.
The following things are needed to perform the update:
- PlayStation 4 system
- Computer connected to the Internet
- USB storage device, such as a USB flash drive *There must be approximately 1.1GB of free space.
- On the USB storage device, create folders for saving the update file.
Using a computer, create a folder named "PS4". Inside that folder, create another folder named "UPDATE".
- Download the update file, and save it in the "UPDATE" folder you created in step 1.
Save the file with the file name "PS4UPDATE.PUP".
There are 2 types of update file which can be downloaded using via computer.
"Update File (Standard Update)" and "Update File (New Installation)"
Please be aware that both update files share the same name (PS4UPDATE.PUP).
- Turn off the power of your PS4 system completely.
Check that the power indicator is not lit. If the power indicator is lit up in orange, touch the power button on the PS4 system for at least 7 seconds (until the system beeps a second time). - Connect the USB storage device that the update file is saved on to your PS4 system, and then touch the power button for at least 7 seconds.
The PS4 system starts in safe mode. - Select [Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software)].
Follow the screens to complete the update.
- If your PS4 system does not recognize the update file, check that the folder names and file name are correct. Enter the folder names and file name in single-byte characters using uppercase letters.
