PS5 System Software Version 24.02-09 is Out and Adds Some Cool New Features

Dimmable PS5 power indicator and new parties and share screen features are among the updates with the latest PS5 system software

PS5 console and system software download progress

The latest system software for PS5 is out of Beta and is landing on consoles all over the world right now. The new PS5 system software version 24.02-09 adds some pretty cool features, including louder DualSense controller speaker sounds and the ability to dim the power light on your PS5.

Check out the full features list below via playstation.com.

PS5 System Software Version: 24.02-09.00.00

  • We’ve updated the device software of the DualSense and DualSense Edge wireless controllers to improve their sound features.
    • The controller speakers can now produce higher volume sound, allowing you to hear in-game sounds and voice chat audio more clearly. 
    • The mic input quality on these controllers has been improved with a new AI machine-learning model. Background noise from button presses and game audio are suppressed, resulting in a better voice chat experience. 
  • You can now adjust the brightness of your PS5’s power indicator.
    • Go to Settings > System > Beep and Light, and then select Brightness
  • We’ve added new features in Parties and Share Screen.
    • Players watching Share Screen can use pointers and emoji reactions to interact with the host’s gameplay.
      • Viewers can use a pointer or indicate a specific location on the gameplay screen with ping. 
      • Viewers can also send emoji reactions. 
      • This feature is available when the host turns on Viewer Interactions in the Share Screen settings. 
  • Unicode 15.1 emoji is supported. You can now use them in messages. 
  • We’ve updated the device software of the DualSense and DualSense Edge wireless controllers, PlayStation VR2 headset, PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, and Access controller to improve stability. 
  • We’ve improved system software performance and stability. 
  • We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.