Sony announced a new
PlayStation Portal Remote Player Firmware /
System Software update
version 3.0.0 is incoming following the
Source Code for Open Source Software Used in PS Portal and recent
PlayStation Portal Exploit disclosure, which will feature sign-in screen support for select public Wi-Fi networks among other enhancements outlined below.
To quote from Sony Interactive Entertainment VP of Product Management
Hiromi Wakai on the incoming
PlayStation Portal Remote Player System Software update:
When we developed the PlayStation Portal remote player, our goal was to bring high-quality console gaming experiences to the palm of your hands, even when you aren’t in front of the TV.
We continue to evolve the experience on PS Portal, and we are happy to announce that the latest system software update for our first dedicated remote play device will start rolling out tomorrow – adding a few new user enhancements.
Sign-in screen support for select public Wi-Fi networks
While we recommend PS Portal to be used in your home as you have control over the quality of the Wi-Fi, it can also be used outside of the home in places where a fast and stable Wi-Fi connection is available – and we’ve seen many players take advantage of this.
With this new update, PS Portal will also connect to a range of public Wi-Fi networks that may require additional validation steps beyond entering the network password. This includes Wi-Fi networks with sign-in screens that can often be found in hotels, cafes, and airports.
To connect to these public Wi-Fi networks, PS Portal will display a QR code for you to scan with your smartphone or tablet. Once scanned, you’ll be able to use your mobile device’s web browser to complete the additional validation steps on behalf of your PS Portal.
As a reminder, PS Portal requires a Wi-Fi connection with at least 5Mbps, and for a better play experience a...