Sony Rolls Out New PS5 Firmware Beta Update with Activity Card Enhancements

The update, available to select beta users, introduces improved activity details, Unicode 16.0 emoji support, and adjustments to parental controls.

Sony has released a new PS5 firmware update in beta phase, available to System Software Beta Program participants via invitation codes.
The update improves the display of activity details on cards, fully showing information while keeping spoilers hidden.
Unicode 16.0 emojis, including new options like a harp and a leafless tree, are now supported for messaging on the console.
Parental controls now default to restricting communication and user-generated content for accounts set to 'Late Teens or Older,' though existing settings remain unchanged.
Additional improvements include enhanced system performance, stability, and clearer messaging on certain screens.