Firmware Update
Sony releases PS5 update adding read receipts and quick game joins
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Sony has rolled out PS5 system software update version 26.01-12.60.00 on January 28, 2026, introducing optional message read receipts and direct access to friends' games from the Welcome Hub. The update also enhances system performance and message usability. These changes aim to improve social interactions on the console.
Nintendo's latest firmware update for the Switch 2 has added quality-of-life features but caused widespread compatibility issues with third-party docks. Released this week as version 21.0.0, the update is leading to black screens and broken connections for many users. Reports suggest thousands of setups are affected, prompting debates on whether to install or skip it.
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Nintendo has stated it did not intend to hinder compatibility with legal third-party docks for the Switch 2 following firmware update 21.0.0, which has caused issues for some users. The update, released on November 11, 2025, reportedly rendered several third-party docks unusable, prompting complaints from owners. While some manufacturers have issued fixes, Nintendo emphasizes that the change was unintentional.