New PS5 DualSense Controller Update Released

Sony has released a new update for the PS5 DualSense controller today in addition to a system software update for the PS5.

[darkrider]

Nice job

[AKS]

I can tell just from the name 22.02-06.00.00.42-00.00.00.0.0 that it's going to be truly amazing.

[1nsomniac]

Apparently there’s been reports of those still using 2.4ghz on ps5 having issues with interference on controllers making it lose sync.

[VENOM OF SINS]

Bluetooth itself works off the 2.4GHz band, so even if your PS5 is wired to your network you will get that interference so long as there is a 2.4GHz Wifi network in proximity. Some routers (I think only ASUS at this point) have an option for Bluetooth Coexistence which will report to your Bluetooth devices which channels are in use so that they can hop on an unused channel. The problem is that most Bluetooth products don’t bother to make use of this feature. Was experiencing this issue 1st hand with the console approximately 3ft from my router, until I moved it upstairs. Also happened with my Nintendo Switch OLED. For the most part, Microsoft is using a proprietary protocol for connecting controllers (and accessories), and only its most recent controllers have added Bluetooth support (to facilitate PC support) in addition to this protocol. That being said, haven’t experienced the issue on the Xbox. At this point, I’d say it all boils down to Bluetooth sucking as a protocol and I’m not really sure what leverage Sony would have over reducing the suck, besides ditching it altogether. The issue is obviously not isolated to the PlayStation and affects many consumer products.

[SoulWarrior]

Only my switch has constant problems losing sync with the joycons, never happens on my PS5.

[1nsomniac]

Like I said it’s a known fault that has appeared lately to PS5. The fix is to disable the network connection and the dualsense will instantly sync again.

Never happened to me but I use 5ghz.

[Pedrof]

Probably some stability improvement

[MaximusPrime_]

Well-done for not reading it, captain obvious

[Aloymetal]

A vote for Pedro.

[Mr_cheese]

An F for Pedro

[AmUnRa]

Noppe you can custom your button layout, and also an stability improvement, i give you that😉

[EvertonFC]

Helps to read

[Xenial]

It's unfortunate that this update is forced, and not optional such as the previous updates.

I've been purposely neglecting updates for one of my Dualsense controllers (personal reasons) and with this update, you cannot simply bypass or update later. If you do so, the controller is turned off and rendered unusable, upon connection attempt again, you are prompted to update once more in an endless loop.

As opposed to before, you can opt to update later, or simply press the circle button to bypass the update notification. And continue to use the controller.

It's not a huge complaint, however, this is still concerning.

[northpaws]

The problem is, then some lazy gamers would keep skipping updates and then complain when the controllers are not working correctly. I understand it can be frustrating if you for whatever reason doesn't want to update though.

[darthv72]

Out of curiosity... why would you want to skip a controller update? I update all my controllers when available, as I feel the updates are meant to improve things they found to have issues.

[Vits]

Maybe it is an "If it's not broken don't mess with it" kind of deal?
Never had an issue with a DualSense update, but I wouldn't be surprised if something broke with it. My 8bitdo S30 Pro 2 for example started having issues with its motion sensor as soon as I updated it. So I had to roll back a couple of updates for it to start working again.

[EvertonFC]

"I've been purposely neglecting updates for one of my Dualsense controllers (personal reasons)"

May I ask WHY?

[Daeloki]

"I never update my devices"
*Device stops working*
"Shocked Pikachu face"

[gold_drake]

are you really complaining about a system update for a controller?