First PlayStation 5 System Update of 2026 Adds Read Receipts and More
Sony has released the first PlayStation 5 system update of the year, which includes several new firmware features.
The catchily-named Update 26.01-12.60.00 is available to download today and actually includes a couple of notable changes, beyond the usual vague improvements to performance and stability.
Today’s headline addition is the ability to turn on read receipts for your messages, which you can opt into via your Settings menu. With this, you’ll allow others to see you’ve read their DMs. Sony has said it’s switching this feature on gradually even if you have the update installed — so don’t be surpised if it still takes some time to show up.
Another new addition today is the ability to jump from Friends Activity directly into a game that a friend is playing.
Today also brings the first PlayStation 4 system update of the year. PS4 system software version 13.04 is available now, though includes no major changes. Full patch notes for the two console updates lie below.
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