Overview
- Sony is deploying PS5 system software version 25.08-12.40.00 globally starting December 2–3.
- The official changelog lists improvements to messages and usability on some screens alongside performance and stability enhancements.
- Users are seeing PSN messaging additions including typing indicators, the option to delete sent messages, and read receipts on both console and the PlayStation App.
- Read receipts are switched on by default, so players concerned about privacy can disable them in settings.
- The update is rolling out in phases, MP1st reports a download size of about 1.3 GB, and coverage suggests it likely includes routine backend security hardening ahead of the holidays.