US EditionThe PlayStation Portal Is About to Become Even More of a PSP Successor with Its Next Major Update
Sony's update boosts PlayStation Portal visuals with a 1080p High Quality mode and cloud streaming improvements as monthly users grow 162%, enhancing player experience.
- Rolling out globally, the update begins March 18 CET and JST, adding 1080p High Quality mode and Cloud Streaming improvements, Sony's PlayStation Blog reported.
- With cloud engagement surging, Sony moved to improve streaming as PlayStation cloud streaming monthly users rose 162% year-over-year and over 50% of Portal users subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium.
- Step 1: Access your Quick Menu to begin, then enable 1080p High Quality via Quick Menu > Max Resolution > 1080p High Quality and restart the Remote Play or Cloud Streaming session.
- Sony says the update aims to deliver higher visual fidelity, smoother interactions, and a seamless experience, but slight data drops can cause artifacts and pixelation, so stability remains limited for some PlayStation Portal users.
- Despite early skepticism, the PS Portal sold an estimated 2 million units by the end of 2024, and new Portal owners still face a 15 to 20 minute first-time setup.
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