Tag

Power Saver Mode

All articles tagged with #power saver mode

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

PS5 Power Saver Mode Sparks Speculation on PS6 Handheld Potential

Sony's new Power Saver mode for PS5 reduces energy consumption by up to 50% for certain games, but it is not indicative of a forthcoming PlayStation handheld device. The mode is part of Sony's eco-friendly initiatives and helps developers optimize games for lower power use, though actual power levels for a portable device would need to be much lower to be feasible as a handheld. Despite rumors and speculation, there is no official confirmation of a new PlayStation handheld or PS6, though Sony continues to explore future hardware innovations.

via Eurogamer|

#console-power-efficiency #handheld-gaming #power-saver-mode

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

Sony introduces Power Saver mode to reduce PS5 performance and energy use

PlayStation announced a new Power Saver mode for PS5 in its upcoming firmware update, allowing games to scale back performance to reduce power consumption, supporting the company's environmental goals. The feature will be available after the beta phase and will disable VR while active. The update also introduces the ability to pair a DualSense controller with up to four devices for easier switching across platforms. The beta is currently available in select countries.

via Video Games Chronicle|

#environmental-initiative #firmware-update #gaming

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

Sony Introduces Power-Saving Features for PS5 to Reduce Energy Consumption

Sony is testing a Power Saver mode for PS5 that reduces power consumption by scaling back game performance, including disabling VR mode and limiting gameplay features, as part of its environmental initiative. The feature will be available in a future system update, initially in beta, and aims to promote energy efficiency, possibly benefiting portable PS5 devices. Additionally, the update allows connecting up to four DualSense controllers to multiple devices simultaneously, enhancing cross-device gaming. The beta is limited to invited participants in select countries, with a global release planned.

via Polygon|

#energy-conservation #gaming-performance #playstation-5

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

Sony PS5 Updates Enhance Power Saving, Controller Connectivity, and System Stability

Sony is testing a new Power Saver mode for PS5 that reduces game performance to lower power consumption, potentially benefiting portable gaming devices like a rumored PlayStation handheld. The feature, part of a system update beta, will allow supported games to scale back performance, aligning with Sony's environmental goals and preparing developers for more versatile game modes. Additionally, the update enables pairing up to four devices with a single DualSense controller.

via The Verge|

#console-update #gaming #power-saver-mode