All articles tagged with #remote play
Originally Published 24 days ago — by IGN
Sony and Honda are collaborating to enable PS5 gaming via Remote Play in Honda's Afeela vehicles, allowing passengers to stream games from their home console while parked or on the move, requiring a stable internet connection and a powered-on PS5 at home.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by GAMINGbible
Sony's PlayStation Portal has received a major update that enhances navigation, enables instant in-game purchases, and improves overall performance, making it a more versatile handheld for PS5 gamers on the go, despite some ongoing issues with cloud access and Wi-Fi dependency.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Eurogamer
The PS Portal, initially seen as a peripheral, has become a significant device for PlayStation gamers after a major update allowing direct game streaming from PlayStation servers, surpassing other devices in engagement and usage, and proving to be a portable, versatile gaming option that enhances the PlayStation ecosystem.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Push Square
Sony's PS Portal, a dedicated Remote Play device, has become the most popular platform for streaming PS5 games, with data showing higher engagement among its users compared to non-users. Despite initial skepticism, ownership has increased significantly, with over half of surveyed users now owning the device and many using it regularly, highlighting its success and integration into the gaming experience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TrustedReviews
The Sony PlayStation Portal is a handheld device designed for Remote Play of PS5 games, featuring an 8-inch LCD display and a split DualSense controller. While it offers an excellent experience for PS5 gaming away from the main display, its lack of cloud gaming support and slow charging are noted drawbacks. The device's singular focus on mirroring content from the PS5 limits its functionality, but it excels in providing a tailored experience for Remote Play.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TrueAchievements
The Xbox February update brings touch controls to remote play, a thumbstick calibration tool, new library filters, and an option to automatically sign out of the console. The update also includes a new access restriction option for shared consoles and improved download speeds for Xbox Insiders.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pure Xbox
The Xbox February 2024 update brings new features including touch controls for Xbox Remote Play, a thumbstick recalibration tool, improved filters in My Games & Apps, and an option to delete Xbox profiles when signing out, making it easier for shared console use in places like hospitals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pure Xbox
Xbox is testing full touch control support for Xbox Remote Play on Android and iOS devices, allowing users to navigate the Xbox dashboard using touch controls alone. This feature is currently available in the Xbox Beta app and is expected to roll out to the standard Xbox app in the near future, enhancing the remote gaming experience for Xbox One, Series X, and Series S users.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Microsoft is adding touch controls to its Xbox mobile apps for iOS and Android, allowing users to remotely control their consoles and play games on phones and tablets without a Bluetooth controller. The touch controls, already available on Xbox Cloud Gaming, work on any game and have been popular among players. Microsoft has also used Xbox touch controls for its dual-screen Surface Duo handset and is expected to bring them to a dedicated Xbox Cloud Gaming app for iOS.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Metro.co.uk
A reader shares how the PlayStation Portal has significantly increased their gaming time, allowing for extra play sessions in the evenings after their family has gone to bed. They compare the device to alternatives like the Backbone and Steam Deck, praising its ease of use and seamless remote play capabilities. While noting minor drawbacks such as screen quality, they express overall satisfaction with the device and its impact on their gaming experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Game Informer
The PlayStation Portal is a $200 remote player designed for remote play with your existing PS5 console. It offers a high-quality hardware experience with a durable and comfortable design, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and an 8-inch touch-display screen. The Portal allows for seamless remote play over home Wi-Fi, making it convenient for playing games in different rooms or even outside within Wi-Fi range. It also enables multiplayer engagement and serves as an additional controller. While it may not be a revolutionary way to engage with PlayStation games, it is a great option for those who want to enjoy gameplay on a smaller portable screen and have a PS5 console with a robust game library.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gizmodo
Sony's $200 PlayStation Portal, a Wi-Fi-only streaming device, is now available for pre-order on Sony's PlayStation Direct website. The device, which consists of a DualSense controller attached to an 8-inch LCD screen, will be limited to one per customer and will launch on November 15th in the U.S., U.K., and select countries in Europe. However, the Portal does not support PlayStation's cloud game streaming and requires a minimum of 5 Mbps connectivity for remote play. It also has limited compatibility with third-party headphones, as it uses Sony's proprietary PlayStation Link technology.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Push Square
Sony's PS Portal, a handheld device designed for PS5's Remote Play, will be released on November 15th. Pre-orders are currently available on PS Direct, with other retailers opening pre-orders on September 29th. Priced at $199.99 in the US and £199.99 in the UK, the PS Portal features an 8-inch LCD screen and offers all the functionality of the DualSense controller, including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. The device allows users to stream gameplay from the PS5 over home Wi-Fi and has a battery life comparable to the PS5 controller.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by AnandTech
Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Portal, a dedicated remote play handheld device for PlayStation 5 owners. The device features an eight-inch, 1080p LCD display and allows for streaming games at up to 60fps. It comes with controllers similar to the PS5's DualSense controllers and has the PS5's home screen. However, it is not compatible with Sony's anticipated cloud streaming service for PS5 titles and lacks Bluetooth audio support. The device is expected to have a battery life comparable to the DualSense controller and will be released later this year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Portal remote player, a dedicated remote play streaming device that allows users to stream PS5 games to a handheld device. Priced at $200, the device features an 8-inch LCD screen, full DualSense controller features, and requires an internet connection to stream games from the PS5. It does not have local processing power and will be released in 2023. Sony also announced new official PlayStation headsets.