Sony's latest PS5 beta introduces support for Dolby Atmos and up to 8TB of M.2 SSD storage.

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Sony has commenced testing a new software beta for the PlayStation 5, which incorporates Dolby Atmos support, up to 8TB of M.2 SSD storage support, and various UI improvements. The beta is currently being rolled out in specific countries, and historically, Sony makes beta features accessible to all PS5 consoles in a few months.

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Here's a list of the highlights; a full breakdown can be seen on the PlayStation blog here

• Sony has initiated testing of a new PlayStation 5 software beta with several notable features and improvements.

• The beta introduces Dolby Atmos support, making PS5's 3D AudioTech compatible with Dolby Atmos devices, enhancing immersion in the audioscapes of PS5 games.

• Media apps like Netflix will also update their apps on PS5 to support Dolby Atmos audio.

• The beta increases the expandable M.2 SSD storage limit from 4TB to 8TB, providing more storage options for PS5 owners.

• Various UI improvements have been added, including the ability to mute or adjust the beep sound when turning the console on or off, and enabling haptic feedback from a DualSense controller while navigating the PS5 UI.

• A new accessibility feature allows the assignment of a second controller to one account, useful for assisting others during gameplay or navigating the PS5 UI.

• Social aspects have been improved, allowing players to invite others into a closed party without adding them to a group, and send party invites to groups.

• A preview of someone's shared screen can now be seen before joining a party, and emoji reactions for messages have been added.

The beta is currently available in select countries, and Sony typically makes beta features available to all PS5 consoles within a few months.