Yes they need. Current PS4 OS isnt well designed at all
NO they don't the PS4 OS is sleek and responsive.
Yes they need. Current PS4 OS isnt well designed at all
Is this where the controller will lock up and move on its own? Along with the mic dipping terribly so people cannot hear you (the mic dip is mistaken for lag).
I had this happen to me recently and its defectively not my controllers since they would work perfectly fine before.
I think it's some kind of Bluetooth interference. I rebuild my database (probably does jack shit for an issue like this), and reset/reconnected the controllers.
I don't think it's that. I think, for the 'launch' UI, they stripped as many unnecessary features as possible to focus on getting a speedy, working, bug-free OS out there at launch. This is a safe, sound strategy -- avoid feature creep at all cost, make sure your build is rock solid, add features later.
So, for example, at launch they know people will have relatively small libraries -- so don't waste time and energy coding, debugging, and possibly introducing issues by allowing the kind of organization required for large libraries. Add that later. Again, this is sound.
However.. now we're in the period when some people -do- have large libraries... so now some of use need those features, and Sony needs to work them into their priority list, which is always easier said than done when you have a thousand voices asking for a thousand different features... do you focus on UI improvements? PS1/PS2 Classics? Suspend/resume? Share improvements? Bug fixes? Optimization? etc, etc.
And while the easy answer is 'all of them'... that's just not how it works in real projects. So my guess is there is a meeting somewhere, and someone says 'let's get those folders working!'... and someone else says 'Yes, that would be nice, but it -works- as is, so let's focus on getting [insert new feature here] working' instead..." and since the lack of folders only really affects a relatively small % of people [those with the largest libraries] any they can technically get by w/o folders, it'll constantly get pushed down the priority list, even though we want it, they want it, everybody wants it.
At least that's how the large projects I've worked often seem to go -- lots of pressure in different directions, and 'nice to haves' always falling to the bottom of the list.
I don't think it's that. I think, for the 'launch' UI, they stripped as many unnecessary features as possible to focus on getting a speedy, working, bug-free OS out there at launch. This is a safe, sound strategy -- avoid feature creep at all cost, make sure your build is rock solid, add features later.
So, for example, at launch they know people will have relatively small libraries -- so don't waste time and energy coding, debugging, and possibly introducing issues by allowing the kind of organization required for large libraries. Add that later. Again, this is sound.
However.. now we're in the period when some people -do- have large libraries... so now some of use need those features, and Sony needs to work them into their priority list, which is always easier said than done when you have a thousand voices asking for a thousand different features... do you focus on UI improvements? PS1/PS2 Classics? Suspend/resume? Share improvements? Bug fixes? Optimization? etc, etc.
And while the easy answer is 'all of them'... that's just not how it works in real projects. So my guess is there is a meeting somewhere, and someone says 'let's get those folders working!'... and someone else says 'Yes, that would be nice, but it -works- as is, so let's focus on getting [insert new feature here] working' instead..." and since the lack of folders only really affects a relatively small % of people [those with the largest libraries] any they can technically get by w/o folders, it'll constantly get pushed down the priority list, even though we want it, they want it, everybody wants it.
At least that's how the large projects I've worked often seem to go -- lots of pressure in different directions, and 'nice to haves' always falling to the bottom of the list.
NO they don't the PS4 OS is sleek and responsive.
That is great looking yeah. I dont see much problem with the PS4 UI (once you add a custom theme to make it less deadly dull) and think they should prioritize fixing PSN's incredibly unstable servers, but some customization on the UI beyond themes should definitely come after that, yes.thoughts on this MOCK-UP:
R1/L1 shifts "pages" to load the things you see on top (like notifications and friends list)
Personally, I'd like this if they removed some of the tiles (too many redundant tiles that could be put elsewhere), and allowed us to pin games/other things instead.
Everything most important to you would be right at your fingertips.
YES they do. There can't be more than one opinion involved in this matter.
I want to be able to pin tiles, is that too much to ask?
Also, uncompressed PNGs that automatically upload to an online PlayStation site that you can share publicly, so you can see your captures there without having to upload everywhere. Like a Google Drive of sorts.
Gimme that and I am mega happy.
thoughts on this MOCK-UP:
R1/L1 shifts "pages" to load the things you see on top (like notifications and friends list)
Personally, I'd like this if they removed some of the tiles (too many redundant tiles that could be put elsewhere), and allowed us to pin games/other things instead.
Everything most important to you would be right at your fingertips.
Just hook it up with Google Drive. It has APIs just like Youtube Streaming. And it's optional for gamers, and not even on Sony's servers. Win win all over the place.
My top three right now are in no particular order:
- pin items or folders
- larger cloud drive storage
- better friend/group organization
Lower down I want external hard drive and trophy improvements (progression and a better showcase/search/discovery, those images are good looking and the discovery/competition potential is wasted in many games.)
YES they do. There can't be more than one opinion involved in this matter.
i hope Sony doesnt read this gaf thread, ps4 UI is fast and clean, if they change it, i change Console. There´s a reason Xbox One new UI looks alot like Ps4 but in Vertical , they have Notifications on there, messages just like Ps4, difference is that on Xbox One you can acess that without leaving the game.
The only complain is where the games are, it should allow us to do folders, also apps shouldnt be in that Tv Folder but they should be viewed as games if we want to, friends notifications when online is a must and changing name aswel but Sony PLEASE DO NOT change the UI.
thoughts on this MOCK-UP:
R1/L1 shifts "pages" to load the things you see on top (like notifications and friends list)
Personally, I'd like this if they removed some of the tiles (too many redundant tiles that could be put elsewhere), and allowed us to pin games/other things instead.
Everything most important to you would be right at your fingertips.
Heh, don't you guys hate the Xbox One dashboard and how incredibly complex and hard to navigate it is?
Huh? how would i hook it up to Google Drive? thru what service?
thoughts on this MOCK-UP:
R1/L1 shifts "pages" to load the things you see on top (like notifications and friends list)
Personally, I'd like this if they removed some of the tiles (too many redundant tiles that could be put elsewhere), and allowed us to pin games/other things instead.
Everything most important to you would be right at your fingertips.
Heh, don't you guys hate the Xbox One dashboard and how incredibly complex and hard to navigate it is?
it looks pretty but i'd have to get a detailed run down of how the navigation works to comment further.
I like the simplicity of the current UI but would like a few improvements:
- When you press down on a game and it loads the game's page (with background, music etc) I'd like to be able to cycle between those with R1/L1.
- Be able to pin items to the front of the row/a favourites row
- Take all the system features to the left of What's New (PS Now, PS+, PSN Store, Web Browser, etc.)
- Be able to hide items in the library (demos, Destiny Alpha, etc.)
Please fix your Rest mode, the DS4 won't connect 50% of times. It's frustrating.
Rebuild database? A user should not use this function daily in order to make thing functional, it's a shame.
yeah, hopefully someone on twitter says "there's more to the update" so we can give it a rest.Thread summary:
Users: I want A,B,C
Sony: *implements* X,Y,Z
NO they don't the PS4 OS is sleek and responsive.
lots of issues when you had a lot of content though. I used PS3 as a media hub, and you had to go through a lot of manual organizing before it could really shine.I wish we could get the XMB back. It was so fast and organized and clean.
hmmm...not sure how many would agree with you here. I actually love the design, it needs enhancements not an overhaul.And again, i never anything about the speed. Current Design is awful and needs a overhaul ASAP
lots of issues when you had a lot of content though. I used PS3 as a media hub, and you had to go through a lot of manual organizing before it could really shine.
Having said that, it still feels 10x more personal than my PS4 right now just from having a custom background, icons and folders, it's time Sony!
Not to sound ungrateful. I literally just booted up my PS4 and was back within Bloodborne in less than 7 seconds! I mean, resume is great, and everything recent is right there, it's good, it really is. Just need to put those little personal touches on it. Folders, Pinning, Avatar, Backgrounds, Notification options. Almost there Sony, you can do it...
I think convoluted is a better word to describe the XB1 dash, the new version even more so.
NO they don't the PS4 OS is sleek and responsive.
Can I turn off the light on my DS4 that can be seen from outer space?
(I have black tape over it, but it would be nice not to ghetto-fy future controllers)
Well I'd hope so considering how bland and basic it is.
Can I turn off the light on my DS4 that can be seen from outer space?
(I have black tape over it, but it would be nice not to ghetto-fy future controllers)
Are you getting no audio at all or only stereo? HDMI can't pass 5.1 PCM audio through optical so it converts it to stereo PCM. Have you tried changing from PCM audio to Bitstream in the audio settings?I really hope this update finally fixes my PS4 audio issue, but I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't.
My surround sound receiver only supports optical, and it only has 1 port. My Samsung TV supports DD 5.1 passthrough from HDMI to optical. However, I cannot get my TV to detect a DD 5.1 audio signal from my PS4, and I've tried changing literally every setting on both the TV and the PS4. I know for a fact that the issue is with the PS4, since my TV can pass DD 5.1 from HDMI to optical perfectly fine with both my Xbox One and PS3. I've tried switching the HDMI cables around of course, but that makes no difference either.
This isn't too big of a deal though, since I own a pair of those Playstation-branded Sony headphones (Silver) that simulate surround sound well enough for my liking (not very comfortable to wear for long periods of time though), and I could just pick up an optical audio switch to work around my problem.
Is this where the controller will lock up and move on its own? Along with the mic dipping terribly so people cannot hear you (the mic dip is mistaken for lag).
I had this happen to me recently and its defectively not my controllers since they would work perfectly fine before.
I think it's some kind of Bluetooth interference. I rebuild my database (probably does jack shit for an issue like this), and reset/reconnected the controllers.
Are you getting no audio at all or only stereo? HDMI can't pass 5.1 PCM audio through optical so it converts it to stereo PCM. Have you tried changing from PCM audio to Bitstream in the audio settings?
This is all I pretty much want at this point...
- External USB storage support
- Visualizer options for Media Player
- Themes
- Delete trophies and items from your library
i've said it before, and i'll say it again. this is a logistical nightmare that will never ever ever ever happen. perhaps the option to hide things from your library will be an option in the future. full deletion would be a really bad idea
you can already delete games with 0 trophies now.....
I really hope this update finally fixes my PS4 audio issue, but I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't.
My surround sound receiver only supports optical, and it only has 1 port. My Samsung TV supports DD 5.1 passthrough from HDMI to optical. However, I cannot get my TV to detect a DD 5.1 audio signal from my PS4, and I've tried changing literally every setting on both the TV and the PS4. I know for a fact that the issue is with the PS4, since my TV can pass DD 5.1 from HDMI to optical perfectly fine with both my Xbox One and PS3. I've tried switching the HDMI cables around of course, but that makes no difference either.
This isn't too big of a deal though, since I own a pair of those Playstation-branded Sony headphones (Silver) that simulate surround sound well enough for my liking (not very comfortable to wear for long periods of time though), and I could just pick up an optical audio switch to work around my problem.